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ingredients

We occasionally are asked about the ingredients we use to produce our Oils of Aloha® products. Cosmetic and skin care labeling law requires us to use names approved by the Food and Drug Administration and administered by the Cosmetics, Fragrances and Toiletry Association (CTFA). We endeavor in all cases to comply with their rules and regulations.

Aleurites Moluccana (Kukui) Seed Oil
Kukui oil is nearly 77% polyunsaturated fat - 43% linoleic acid and 33% linolenic acid.  The oil is expeller pressed to exacting standards.  Kukui oil quickly penetrates the stratum corneum and assists the skin in maintaining its water barrier function.  It is also used in the treatment of burns and is an outstanding emollient.  If you would like more information on this unique oil call us for a copy of our technical bulletins.

Macadamia Ternifolia (Macadamia) Seed Oil
Macadamia oil is also produced here in Hawaii by Oils of Aloha. The oil is used extensively in cosmetics and skin care products.  It is 80% monounsaturated and very stable.  The oil contains some 20% palmitoleic acid that is present in the skin of the very young, but seems to disappear as we age.  Macadamia oil may slow the aging of the skin by acting as an antioxidant. This is also an excellent food grade oil.

Acetylated Lanolin Alcohol
An emollient used in our conditioning shampoo.

Algae Extract
Used for its water binding and antioxidant functionally.

Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate
It is derived from coconut and is used primarily as a detergent cleansing agent. It is considered to be gentle and effective and is added to our shampoo as a foaming agent.

Ascorbyl Palmitate
Used in our kukui oils as an antioxidant and preservative.

Behenyl Alcohol
A thickener and emollient in our moisturizing creams.

Biosaccharide Gum-1
A moisturizer and binder that helps with the cohesion of the moisturizing cream.

Butylene Glycol
This is a common humectant and solubilizer used in cosmetics. It is an effective solvent and coupling agent and improves the stability of cosmetic emulsions.

Canola Oil
Canola, a descendant of rapeseed oil, is low in erusic acid, low in saturated fat and fairly high in monounsaturated fat.  We use it in our massage oils to provide good slip and slide.

Carbomer
It is used for formulating sparkling and clear gels as well as stabilizing emulsions. It is an effective thickener and is pH sensitive.

Cetearyl Alcohol Ceteareth-20
This is a combined product that offers emulsifying and thickening properties and is used in our lotions.

Cetyl Acetate
A solvent used in our shampoo.

Citric Acid
Derived from citrus and used primarily to adjust the pH of products to prevent them from being too alkaline or acid-alkali balance. It is also a mild preservative and sequestering agent. It is used in our shampoo.

Cocoamidopropyl Betaine
Derived from the salts in coconut oil. It is a surfactant and foam booster.

Coconut (Cocos Nucifera) Oil
A carrier used in our kukui glycerine soap.

Cyclomethicone
A silicone based emollient used in lotions that promotes easy spreading and results in a soft, smooth feeling without being sticky or oily. Slows water loss through the skin.

Cyclopentasiloxane
A lubricant used in our lotions.

Dimethicone
A substance derived from silica (sand is a silica). The unique fluid properties of silicone give it a great deal of slip and in its various forms it can feel like silk on the skin, impart emolliency, and be a water-binding agent that holds up well, even when skin becomes wet.

EDTA & Disodium EDTA
A preservative used to protect our lotions from spoilage by microorganisms.

Food Colorant
Added to our kukui soaps to give them their bright Hawaiian rainbow colors.

Glycerine
Vegetable glycerine moisturizes and cleanses skin, has emollient and lubricating properties. It is a humectant and has hygroscopic properties that means it actually attracts moisture from surrounding sources.

Glyceryl Monostearate
Used in our moisturizing lotion as an emollient.

Glyceryl Stearate
This ingredient serves as an emulsifier and thickener. It is made from hardened vegetable oil and vegetable glycerine mixed with stearic acid. It is seen as a beneficial ingredient in many health and beauty products.

Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
Used to soften and smooth the skin in our massage oil.

Glycol Stearate
Glycerine combined with alcohol forms an excellent emulsifier and emollient. Used to integrate the kukui oil into the water base.

Hexylene Glycol
This is a humectant or humidifying and delivery ingredient used in our lotions. When used in a small amount it keeps products from melting in high heat or freezing when it is cold. It also helps active ingredients penetrate the skin.

Lauramide DEA
Derived from fatty acids and used for its surfactant properties in our conditioning shampoo.

Magnesium Myristate
A thickener used in our moisturizing cream.

Methylisothiazolinone
A preservative used in our moisturizing creams and lotions.

Panthenol
It enhances the strength of hair and increases the resistance to breakage. It conditions without buildup and prevents damage caused by overheating and over drying of hair and scalp. Panthenol nourishes hair by replenishing its level in the hair and imparts long lasting moisturization.

Parabens
Preservative used to protect our lotions from spoilage by microorganisms.

PEG 120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
PEG stands for polyethylene glycol and is a complex molecule that thickens a formula, also serves as an emulsifier and emollient.  It reduces irritation caused by surfactants.  Derived from corn sugar.

Phenoxyethanol Caprylyl Glycol Potassium Sorbate
A preservative used to protect our lotions and cream from spoilage by micro-organisms.

Polyglyceryl-10 Pentastearate
Used for its wax properties and as an emulsifier in our moisturizing creams.

Polysorbate 80, Cetyl Acetate
Used in our conditioning shampoo to emulsify and condition. It disperses and breaks down oils in the hair. Assists in the cleansing of the hair follicles.  A lanolin extract.

Propylene Glycol
A humectant or humidifying and delivery ingredient. When used in small amounts it prevents formulations from melting in high heat or freezing when it is cold. It also helps active ingredients penetrate the skin.

Quaternium 15
An effective preservative used in our shampoo.

Retinyl Palmitate
It is also known as Vitamin A Palmitate. It is used for its normalizing effect on dry skin, increases the skin elasticity and can regenerate prematurely aged skin.

Safflower Oil (Carthamus Tinctorius)
High in polyunsaturated fats, safflower oil is used in our glycerine soaps.

Sodium Hydroxide
A neutralizer added to our kukui soap.

Sodium Laureth Sulfate
A surfactant used in our shampoo.

Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate
Used in our moisturizing creams to retain moisture and soften the skin.

Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate
A solubilizer and emulsifier used in our moisturizing cleanser.

Sorbitan Sesquioleate
An emollient and emulsifier used in our  moisturizing cleanser.

Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, DL-Alpha Tocopherol
All are antioxidants used in our kukui oils and lotions.

Triethanolamine
Used to adjust the PH of a formulation.

Triethylhexanoin
An emulsifier used in our moisturizing cleanser.

Vegetable Stearic
An emollient, emulsifier and thickener in the kukui soap.

Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
Composed of 10% saturated fat, 16% monounsaturated fat and 70% linoleic acid.  Used in our massage oils to complement the characteristic feel of our product.

Xantham Gum
Used in our kukui products to thicken their consistency and as a suspending agent.

 
 
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