| Nature
has always been the greatest source for healing the skin. The
core of these extraordinary nurturing formulas is the ancient
Kombucha culture. This tea has been brewed as a healing and rejuvenating
remedy for over 2000 years. Oak Bay Naturals has blended organic
botanicals with nature’s finest elements and our Kombucha
formula to create unique, restorative skin care remedies. |
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Kombucha
Formula
Most likely concocted originally
in China, the kombucha ‘mushroom’ has flourished
in tea for thousands of years. The Kombucha brew has been
called ‘Divine Tea’ and ‘Elixir of Immortality.’ Because
of its numerous health-giving benefits, use of the brew
has spread worldwide. It has traveled to Japan, India,
Korea, Java, the Philippines, Russia, Europe, the United
Kingdom, Canada, Brazil, South Africa and the United States.
Arriving in the U.S. with early Asian
and Russian immigrants, Kombucha enjoys a longstanding reputation
as a healing agent for a variety of physical ailments. And
now, this Kombucha-based facial tonic is proven to have remarkable
rejuvenating effects on our skin.
The Kombucha brew contains antioxidant
vitamin C, B vitamins, enzymes, minerals, and detoxifying
acids to energize cell renewal, moisturize, and protect delicate
facial skin. The combined effects of the Kombucha and botanicals
result in a fresher, lovelier, more youthful complexion. |
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Grape
Seed (Vitis vinifera)
A rich source for plant flavenoids,
Grape Seed benefits are numerous and valuable. Antioxidant
Grape Seed scavenges free radicals and inhibits the destruction
of collagen. In addition, it boosts intracellular Vitamin C
levels and strengthens capillaries. |
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Horsetail
Extract (Equisetum hiemale)
The therapeutic use of Horsetail
dates back to the 16th century. It has been used to treat wounds
and skin disorders, control harmful fungi, reduce swelling,
and stabilize scar tissue. A natural emulsifier and astringent,
Horsetail contains silica which reduces moisture clusters for
a faster, deeper rate of penetration. |
What
is a weed?
A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered.
~Ralph Waldo Emerson |
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Oxygenated Water
The water in Oak Bay Naturals’ Facial
Tonic is an active ingredient. Drawn from a very deep ancient
Olympic Peninsula reservoir, it has been naturally filtered
for hundreds of years for exceptional purity. This powerful
yet gentle water is specially treated to correct the pH balance
on all types of skin. Oxygenated water is critical for ensuring
super-absorption and enhancing the performance of every other
ingredient. |
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Kukui
Nut Oil (Aleurites moluccana)
Kukui oil is expeller pressed from
the nut of the kukui tree. The Hawaiian word "kukui" means
ENLIGHTENED and this highly penetrating oil was treasured by
the ancient Hawaiians for its soothing and healing properties.
The oil is an outstanding emollient and provides relief for dry
skin. |
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Green
Tea
Green Tea has been used by the
Chinese for 5000 years as a potent medicinal herb. It has been
shown to combat skin cancer, and decrease inflammation and
itching by insect bites and skin disorders. Green Tea is also
known as a sun shield and to soothe sunburns. |
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Lavender
Lavender is native to S. France
and the Canary Islands and now grows throughout the world. It
is in the mint family and its
scent is stored in oil glands embedded among its flowers, leaves
and stems. Throughout history Lavender has been prized for its
impressive healing and antiseptic properties. For centuries it
has been used in cosmetics, medicinal and decorative uses. During
epidemics the Persians, Greeks and Romans burned Lavender in
their sick rooms to protect themselves. In work War I and II
it was used to prevent infection and relieve pain. For the skin
it is antiviral and antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, restorative,
antitoxic, analgesic, and sedative. Lavender is good for acne,
eczema, dermatitis, fungus, burns and wounds. |
There
is a way that nature speaks, that land speaks. Most of the time
we are simply not patient enough, quiet enough, to pay attention
to the story.
~Linda Hogan |
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Aloe
Vera
Aloe Vera has a long history
as a skin lotion, originating from tropical Africa. Cleopatra
is said to have attributed her beauty to it. It became popular
in the 1950’s in the West for its ability to heal burns
and wounds. Now it is used for almost any skin condition that
needs soothing and astringing. |
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Lemon
Balm (Melissa officinalis)
Historically considered a cure-all,
Lemon Balm has been used to treat a wide range of ailments
including fever, headaches, insomnia, nausea, and digestive
disorders. But its claim to fame lies in its ability to effectively
assist healing and advance the regeneration of healthy tissue. |
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Almond Oil
Almond oil has high amounts of vitamin A and is a natural moisturizer that is
benefical to dry, chapped hands and feet. It is an exellent skin softener, conditioner
and a great moisturizer. It is high in minerals, protein and vitamins A,B1,B2,B6
and E. |
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Marsh
Mallow (Althea officinalis)
Marsh Mallow has served many
cultures as a medicine. Commonly used in ancient times, Hippocrates
treated wounds with this plant. He applied the dried or powdered
roots as a poultice on abrasions and eruptions. In current
times, Marsh Mallow is also used to heal sore throats and mouth
infections. |
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Avocado Oil
The word Avocado is derived from
the Aztec word "ahuacalt".They are
the fruit form the Persea America, a tall evergreen tree that can grow up to
65 feet in height. They contain significant amounts of vitamin E, alpha-carotene
and beta-carotene and large amounts of nutrients including vitamins and minerals
that are beneficial to the skin. |
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Neroli
Hydrosol (Orange Blossom
Water)
This hydrosol is distilled from the blossoms of the Bitter Orange tree. Its scent
is used to relieve helps releave anxiety and stress. It is mildly astringent
and helps to tighten the pores. |
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Calendula
(Calendula officinalis)
‘Powerful Magic’ is
how the Ancient Romans described this botanical. They used
Calendula as an ointment to speed healing of wounds and to
treat rashes, burns, and insect bites. Today it is commonly
used to minimize scarring and to help control facial thread
veins. |
The
sun, with all those planets revolving
around it and dependent upon it,
can still ripen a bunch of grapes as if it had nothing else in the universe to
do--
Galileo |
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Organic
Essential and Plant Oils
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Clover
Blossom (Trifolium pratense)
Found in abundance in many countries,
Red Clover Blossom has been used through the ages to treat
a variety of skin ailments including eczema, boils, pimples,
scalp irritations, and athlete’s foot. Its healing soothing
effects act in harmony with the other Oak Bay Naturals’ botanicals. |
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Sea
Algae
Harvested at peak potency then
concentrated into a highly nutritious extract, our sea algae
is loaded with exceptional conditioning and healing agents
along with vital antioxidants. The sea algae forms a protective
hydrating film, entrapping the nutrients and healing agents
in the Kombucha formula. This process enables extended absorption,
promoting active cell renewal. |
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Comfrey
Extract (Symphytum officinale)
Ancient healers used Comfrey to
treat almost any kind of bruise, burn, or wound - even broken
bones! Used in a hot poultice, its ability to remove scars has
been highly touted. The English have been swearing by Comfrey
Root for generations. |
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Shea
butter
Shea olein comes from the fruits of the karate tree and is obtained by enrichment
of shea butter: Karisterols. The Karite tree grows only in the Savannah of west
central Africa.The butter is used traditionally as an ointment for rheumatism,
burns and light wound treatment. The fruits, similar to a big nut contain an
edible kernel which is very rich in fats. Deeply rooted in the African tradition,
Karite is a part of daily life in the bush. New borns are welcomed by a vigorous
shea butter massage and the sacred tree is used all year long to provide necessary
fat for nourishment. It has high natural antioxidant properties in its nuts. |
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Coneflower
(Echinacea purpurea)
Coneflower acts as a soothing
agent on skin irritations. It has been widely used in the treatment
of acne and eczema. A natural antiseptic and skin smoother,
Coneflower reportedly increases the body’s resistance
to infection. |
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All processes
of formulation and ingredients are handcrafted using
environmentally friendly methods and involve no animal testing. |
