Is extracted without chemical solvents in a supercritical process using CO2 at high pressure but low temperature.
This is less damaging than steam distillation and the resulting extract resembles the original chemical make up of the Vanilla Bean more closely than an essential oil.  It could even be considered to contain a fuller spectrum of constituents from the plant than any essential oil.

Vanilla Bean Extract smells amazing!
It is warm, sweet and rich.  The aroma of vanilla has been shown to lift mood and generate feelings of wellbeing and calmness.

Vanilla-Beans10-packSkin Benefits of Vanilla Bean Extract

  • Vanilla has anti-inflammatory properties, which can help to soothe and calm irritated skin.
  • Anti-bacterial.  Vanilla has been used to reduce skin infections and in wound healing.
  • Vanilla Bean Extract contains Vanillin, a polyphenol with powerful anti-oxidant properties.
  • Anti-oxidants help to protect against free radical damage and the effects of environmental stresses on the skin.
  • Vanilla also contains B vitamins, including niacin, thiamin, riboflavin, vitamin B6, and pantothenic acid.  All of which help to maintain healthy looking skin.

 

Other Hero Ingredients in Ecology Creams

 

GRASS FED TALLOW

Is like emu oil but comes from healthy grass fed cows. It is ultra rich in the same kinds of lipids found naturally in healthy looking skin and is balanced in essential fatty acids and vitamins A, D, E, & K. Grass fed tallow deeply moisturises and softens skin.

Our tallow comes from 100% grass-fed, free range - never confined to feedlot - pasture raised cows. No antibiotics ever and no added hormones or growth promotants

AUSTRALIAN GOLDEN JOJOBA OIL

Is actually a liquid wax.  It is grown pesticide free and deeply nourishes skin, balancing oil on skin and smoothing the look of fine lines and stretch marks.

ORGANIC CAMELLIA OIL

Is lightweight and absorbs well, soothing dry and easily irritated skin. It is rich in vitamins A, B, C & E, omega 6 and omega 9 fatty acids, promoting skin elasticity and softening and smoothing skin.

HEMP SEED OIL

Is rich in omega 6 and 3 fatty acids. It also contains a special omega 6 - GLA - which has been shown to be helpful for calming redness and easily irritated skin. It is helpful for balancing oil on skin and protecting dry, tired or dehydrated skin, leaving skin looking soft and smooth.

AUSTRALIAN NATIVE KAKADU PLUM OIL

Is lightweight and rich in omega 6 and omega 9 fatty acids to soften and smooth skin.

PRICKLY PEAR OIL

Is rich in omega 6 and 9 fatty acids and also contains vitamins K and E. Prickly Pear oil helps to nourish, calm, soften and smooth skin. It is best known for helping to brighten the look of age spots, sun damage and even out skin tone.

ORGANIC MACADAMIA NUT OIL

Is light weight and absorbs well, without feeling greasy.  It has been shown to soften and smooth the look of skin and to improve the appearance of scars, sunburn and mature skin.

ORGANIC EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL

Is high in omega 9 fatty acids, anti-oxidants, polyphenols and squalene.

AUSTRALIAN EMU OIL

Is rich in omega 9's and balanced in omega 3 & 6 essential fatty acids which help to replenish the skin's own natural lipids and promote the look of healthy skin.

ORGANIC COLD PRESSED SUNFLOWER OIL

Is rich in omega 9's and balanced in omega 3 & 6 essential fatty acids which help to replenish the skin's own natural fats yacids. It is also rich in vitamin E and when used daily has been shown to help strengthen the skin barrier against infection in infants

VANILLA BEAN EXTRACT

Helps to soothe and calm the look of easily irritated skin. It also contains polyphenols and B Vitamins.

WILD HARVESTED KANUKA OIL

Helps to soothe and calm the look of easily irritated skin.

WILD HARVESTED MANUKA OIL

Helps to soothe and calm the look of easily irritated skin.

ORGANIC CALENDULA EXTRACT

Help to soothe and calm the look of itchy, red, easily irritated skin. Contains carotenoids and other antioxidants.

NATIVE NEROLINA OIL

Has a fresh fruity floral aroma. It is has been shown to be gentle on skin.

LEMON SCENTED TEA TREE OIL

Has a bright lemon aroma.

ORGANIC FRANKINCENSE OIL

Has a woody, sweet spicy aroma. It has been shown to help firm and tone ageing skin, as well as reducing the look of scars and fine lines.

ORGANIC YLANG YLANG OIL

Has a sensual floral fragrance. It has been shown to help balance oil on skin, retain moisture and promote healthy, hydrated looking skin.

ORGANIC GERANIUM OIL

Has a sweet rosy fragrance. It has been shown to help balance oil on skin and to help soften and smooth the look of mature skin.

ORGANIC BASIL OIL

Has a warm herbal fragrance. Basil has has been shown to help skin tone.

ORGANIC ROSEMARY LEAF EXTRACT

Has anti-oxidant properties. It also keeps the animal fats cold pressed oils in Ecology Creams fresh and stable.