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Glossary of Ingredients

A glossary of botanicals

The botanicals behind every testament — what they are, where they come from, and exactly what they do.

Calendula

Calendula officinalis
Mediterranean · grown in Kenya

The defensive heart of our Calendula testaments. Tames inflammation, calms redness and soothes even the most sensitive skin.

Mangosteen

Garcinia mangostana
Tropical Southeast Asia

A xanthone-rich miracle fruit that tightens pores and accelerates cell rejuvenation for a firmer, more youthful look.

Rosehip

Rosa canina
Highland Africa

Repairs and radiates. Rich in regenerative vitamin A and essential fatty acids — the golden secret of our face oil.

Balanites

Balanites aegyptiaca
Kenyan drylands

The rare Desert Date oil. Deeply moisturising and renewing, prized for repairing mature and stressed skin.

Fenugreek

Trigonella foenum-graecum
North Africa & Asia

An ancient ritual for hair growth, strength and natural shine — it fortifies follicles and calms the scalp.

Shea & Cocoa

Vitellaria paradoxa · Theobroma cacao
West & Central Africa

Raw African butters that deeply nourish, soothe and quench thirsty skin without a greasy finish.

Jojoba

Simmondsia chinensis
Semi-arid Africa & Americas

A featherlight wax-ester oil that mimics the skin's own sebum to balance, soften and protect.

Vitamin E

Tocopherol
Plant-derived

A potent antioxidant that protects the skin barrier, conditions and supports recovery.

Raw Honey

Mel
Kenyan apiaries

A natural humectant and gentle antibacterial that keeps skin soft, calm and hydrated. (Why our honey-based formulas are not labelled vegan.)

Argan

Argania spinosa
North Africa

Liquid gold — conditions hair and skin, softening and adding a brilliant, healthy shine.

Aloe Vera

Aloe barbadensis
Africa

Soothes, repairs and replenishes lost moisture — a calming hydrator for reactive skin.

Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia
Mediterranean highlands

Calms the body and mind. Relaxing and grounding, with gentle anti-inflammatory benefits.