Ingredient Glossary – Know What's in Your Skincare

What's Inside Your Skincare?

Transparency matters. Every ingredient I use is chosen with intention – to nourish your skin naturally, without harsh chemicals or synthetic fragrances. Here's your guide to the pure, earth-given ingredients you'll find in Forever Kelsiann products.

Shea Butter

What it is: A rich, creamy fat extracted from the nuts of the African shea tree.
Why we love it: Deeply moisturizing and packed with vitamins A and E. Perfect for soothing eczema, healing dry skin, and providing long-lasting hydration without clogging pores.
Found in: Body butters, lip balms

Kokum Butter

What it is: A luxurious butter extracted from the seeds of the kokum tree, native to India.
Why we love it: Non-greasy and highly emollient, it regenerates skin cells and restores elasticity. Perfect for sensitive skin and won't clog pores. Melts at body temperature for silky-smooth absorption.
Found in: Body butters, facial moisturizers

Mango Butter

What it is: A creamy butter derived from the seed kernels of the mango fruit.
Why we love it: Rich in vitamins A and C, it softens and protects skin while fighting free radicals. Lightweight yet deeply nourishing, ideal for dry and sensitive skin.
Found in: Body butters, lip balms

Coconut Oil

What it is: A natural oil pressed from coconut meat.
Why we love it: Antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and incredibly nourishing. Absorbs quickly to soften and protect skin while supporting the skin barrier.
Found in: Body butters, facial serums

Jojoba Oil

What it is: A liquid wax extracted from jojoba plant seeds.
Why we love it: Mimics your skin's natural sebum, making it perfect for all skin types – even acne-prone. Non-comedogenic and balancing.
Found in: Facial serums, body oils

Rosehip Oil

What it is: A precious oil cold-pressed from the seeds of wild rose bushes.
Why we love it: Packed with vitamins A and C, essential fatty acids, and antioxidants. Brightens skin tone, reduces hyperpigmentation, and promotes cell regeneration. Lightweight and fast-absorbing for all skin types.
Found in: Facial serums, anti-aging treatments

Grapeseed Oil

What it is: A light, fast-absorbing oil pressed from grape seeds.
Why we love it: High in linoleic acid and antioxidants, it's perfect for oily and acne-prone skin. Non-comedogenic, tightens pores, and balances oil production without heaviness.
Found in: Facial serums, lightweight moisturizers

Sweet Almond Oil

What it is: A gentle oil pressed from sweet almonds.
Why we love it: Lightweight, vitamin-rich, and soothing for sensitive and eczema-prone skin. Absorbs beautifully without greasiness.
Found in: Body butters, massage oils

Arrowroot Powder

What it is: A silky, natural starch extracted from the arrowroot plant.
Why we love it: Absorbs excess moisture and oil, leaving skin feeling soft and smooth without talc or harsh chemicals. Gentle enough for the most sensitive skin.
Found in: Body powders, dry shampoos

Colloidal Oatmeal

What it is: Finely ground oats that disperse in water to create a soothing, milky solution.
Why we love it: Clinically proven to calm irritated, itchy, and eczema-prone skin. Forms a protective barrier, locks in moisture, and reduces inflammation. A gentle hero for sensitive skin.
Found in: Soothing creams, bath soaks, eczema treatments

Collagen Peptides

What it is: Bioavailable protein fragments derived from collagen, the building block of skin structure.
Why we love it: Supports skin elasticity, firmness, and hydration. Helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and promotes a plump, youthful complexion.
Found in: Anti-aging serums, firming creams

Vitamin E (Tocopherol)

What it is: A natural antioxidant derived from plant oils.
Why we love it: Protects skin from environmental damage, supports healing, and acts as a natural preservative to keep our products fresh.
Found in: Most products as a natural preservative

Essential Oils

What they are: Concentrated plant extracts with natural aromatherapeutic properties.
Why we love them: We use only pure essential oils – never synthetic fragrances – for gentle, natural scent and skin benefits. Always diluted to safe levels for sensitive skin.
Found in: Select products (we also offer unscented options)

Beeswax

What it is: A natural wax produced by honeybees.
Why we love it: Creates a protective barrier on skin, locks in moisture, and gives our balms their perfect texture. Ethically sourced from happy bees.
Found in: Lip balms, salves