Ingredients Directory
Activated Charcoal
A superb cleansing ingredient for the face, activated charcoal acts as a magnet that pulls excess oils and toxins away from the skin’s surface. It removes dirt and makes your pores less visible, leaving your skin smoother and more refreshed.
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Allantoin
Allantoin is a non-irritable, plant-based ingredient that can be extracted from comfrey or chamomile plants. It softens and soothes the skin, while serving as the perfect skin-conditioning agent.
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Baking Soda
Baking soda is known for its ability to soften and smooth out the skin’s surface.
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Beet Powder
Beetroot powder is a plant-based ingredient rich in Vitamin C and revitalizing antioxidants. It helps to improve the appearance of hyperpigmentation and detoxifies the skin for a more natural, vibrant complexion.
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Bentonite Clay
Derived from volcanic ash sediment, this natural, highly-absorbent ingredient is rich in minerals such as calcium, magnesium, potassium and silicon. It gently removes impurities, toxins and chemicals, leaving you with softer, more radiant skin.
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Organic Blue-Green Algae
Also known as, “spirulina,”organic blue-green algae is a water-based, plant-like organism that moisturizes, hydrates and conditions the skin. It’s a great source of antioxidants and protein, and helps to draw toxins away from the skin.
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Citric Acid
Citric acid is a fine, white crystalline powder derived from non-GMO sugar cane. As a skincare ingredient, it helps to exfoliate built-up layers of dead skin, revealing brighter, smoother and firmer-looking skin.
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DMAE Bitartrate
This organic compound supports the elimination of free radicals from the skin, which helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. DMAE bitartrate is also best known for its restorative benefits and gives the look of tightened pores for firmer-looking skin.
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Goat Milk
A natural source of vitamin E, A, B6 and B12, goat milk is an age-old ingredient that assists in soothing, calming and brightening dry, sensitive skin. It also contains lactic acid, an alpha hydroxy acid, which gently removes dead skin cells and moisturizes the skin.
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Green Chromium Oxide
This flat, matte medium-green pigment is commonly used to adjust hues in personal care and cosmetic products. All of the green chromium oxide used in Touch of Urth products is FDA-approved.
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Green Clay (Montmorillonite)
Also known as sea clay, green clay is a highly-absorbent ingredient made of minerals, kelp and seaweed. Green clay is especially beneficial for oily skin types. It also helps to exfoliate dead skin cells and gives the appearance of tight pores for younger-looking skin.
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Kaolin Clay (kaolinite)
Kaolin clay is a natural, gentle exfoliating clay suitable for all skin types, but especially beneficial for sensitive, dry skin. Sometimes referred to as white clay or China clay, it cleanses the skin without stripping its natural moisture for a brighter-looking glow.
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Malic acid
Malic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid, naturally occurring in many fruits and vegetables such as apples and pears. This fine white granule powder hydrates the skin, while removing dead skin cells. Malic acid also helps to make pores less visible and improve the appearance of hyperpigmentation.
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Manganese Violet
A violet pigment commonly used in skincare products, manganese violet is a safe, FDA-approved coloring compound included in many cosmetic and personal care products.
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MSM
MSM is a natural form of organic sulfur compound found in all living organisms. Being a key component of collagen, MSM has positive results to maintain vibrant, young-looking skin.
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Organic Mustard Seed
This wonderful spice is a rich source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Organic mustard seed also helps to revitalize the skin by removing impurities.
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Pro-Vitamin B5
Also referred to as panthenol, pro-vitamin B5 is a powerful addition to any skincare product. It deeply penetrates and hydrates the skin, while also improving its softness.
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Tartaric acid
Tartaric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid, naturally occurring in fruits like grapes. A fine white crystalline powder, it reduces the appearance of large pores, acne and dark spots, all while brightening the skin and improving its tone.
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Organic Turmeric Root
An ancient wildroot originating in Southeast Asia, organic turmeric root brings out the natural glow in your skin. It also helps to minimize the appearance of dark circles and signs of aging.
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Ultramarine Blue
A blue pigment used in the formulation of skincare products, ultramarine blue can be safely used for coloring in cosmetic and personal care products. Any ultramarine blue used in Touch of Urth products is FDA-approved.
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Vitamin B3
Vitamin B3 or niacinamide is a multi-purpose, skin-revitalizing ingredient that helps to combat the appearance of aging skin. It helps to enhance the skin’s overall texture and tone, as well as improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
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Vitamin C Ester
Vitamin C Ester is an oil-soluble antioxidant that helps to improve the appearance of aging skin. Because it’s oil-soluble, it is a more stabilized form of the original antioxidant and can penetrate deep to create the appearance of younger-looking skin. It is also non-acidic, non-irritating and excellent for sensitive skin types.
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Yellow Iron Oxide
Yellow Iron Oxide is a safe, gentle and non-toxic natural occurring mineral used extensively in skincare products. For purposes of safety, iron oxides are formulated in labs and typically do not irritate skin, making them accessible to sensitive skin types.
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Zinc Oxide
Zinc oxide is a skin protector that helps to soothe skin and reduce the appearance of acne breakouts. This powerful mineral is safe to use and a common ingredient in personal and cosmetic products.
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