Descriptions of the ingredients in Oblak Natural products

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Spruce (spruce resin)

Spruce resin is an organic active substance that protects trees from damage and infections caused by external influences. Resin preparations have been used for many years in traditional folk medicine to treat a wide variety of skin problems.

  • Function: Regeneration
  • INCI: PICEA ABIES RESIN

Spruce resin

Calendula (flowers)

Calendula has been known since the time of the ancient Greeks, Romans and other peoples of the time. It is used in a wide range of products because it has a beneficial effect on the skin and relieves skin problems. Its use is also suitable for delicate, sensitive skin.

  • Function: Against skin problems
  • INCI: CALENDULA OFFICINALIS FLOWER EXTRACT

Marigold pot

Horse chestnut (fruits)

Horse chestnut, also known as wild chestnut, has been used for centuries in various preparations for the care of legs and feet. The fruits contain as the main active ingredient escin, which belongs to the saponins. In addition, it also contains flavonoids and coumarin glycosides.

  • Function: Leg and foot care
  • INCI: AESCULUS HIPPOCASTANUM EXTRACT

Horse chestnut

Aloe vera (gel)

Aloe vera is known for its numerous beneficial and positive effects on the skin. Due to its wide spectrum of effects, it can be found in many cosmetic preparations. The gel from the core contains many active substances such as mucilage, pectins, sugars and others.

  • Function: Skin soothing
  • INCI: ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE

Aloe vera

Chamomile (flowers)

Chamomile is used to care for sensitive skin and to relieve skin problems. It works by stimulating skin function. The flowers contain proazulenes, coumarins, flavonoids, sesquiterpene lactones, spiroethers, polysaccharides, phenolic acids and essential oil.

  • Function: Skin care
  • INCI: CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA FLOWER EXTRACT

Chamomile

Witch hazel (leaves)

Witch hazel, also known as hamamelis, is an excellent tonic for the skin as it has been shown to have an astringent effect. Witch hazel leaves contain tannins, essential oil, flavonoids and phenolic acids. Its use was widespread among the Indians of North America.

  • Function: Skin tonic
  • INCI: HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA EXTRACT

Witch hazel

Iceland moss (whole part)

Iceland moss has a mild antiseptic effect and is used in a way that interacts with the other active ingredients. It contains polysaccharides, bitter components (lichen acids), vitamin B12 and iodine. Iceland moss, which is a symbiosis of fungi and algae, is found mainly on the ground in the form of dense pads.

  • Function: Mild antiseptic
  • INCI: CETRARIA ISLANDICA EXTRACT

Iceland moss

St. John's wort (flowers)

St. John's wort has a nourishing and beneficial effect against various skin conditions. It also provides additional protection to the skin and prevents skin problems. The flowers and leaves containa lot of red-coloured naphthodianthrones, especially hypericin. Quercetin glycosides, tannin bioflavonoids and procyanidins are also important components.

  • Function: Skin care and protection
  • INCI: HYPERICUM PERFORATUM FLOWER/TWIG EXTRACT

St. John's wort

Lemon balm (leaves)

Lemon balm or melissa has beneficial effect against various skin conditions. It has a cleansing and tonic effect on the skin and smells pleasant. The leaves of lemon balm contain flavonoids, phenylpropanoids, tannins, triterpenes, monoterpene glycosides, sesquiterpene derivatives and essential oil.

  • Function: Against the appearance on the skin
  • INCI: MELISSA OFFICINALIS LEAF EXTRACT

Lemon balm

Comfrey (roots)

Comfrey has a beneficial effect against various unvanted appearances on the skin and is one of the most important plants for regeneration. It improves the skin's defense mechanism, stimulates its function and supports the skin's ability to regenerate. One of the main active ingredients of comfrey is allantoin.

  • Function: Regeneration
  • INCI: SYMPHYTUM OFFICINALE ROOT EXTRACT

Comfrey

Arnica (flowers)

Arnica has a beneficial effect against various skin conditions. The flowers contain a lot of carotenoids, which also give them their color. The sesquiterpene lactones, namely helenalin, arnifolin and others, which are most responsible for the effect of arnica, should be emphasized.

  • Function: Against skin problems
  • INCI: ARNICA MONTANA FLOWER EXTRACT

Arnica

Common yarrow (herb)

Common yarrow has beneficial effect against various skin conditions. The genus name "Achillea" was named after Achilles, the hero of Greek mythology, who treated the skin problems of his soldiers with yarrow. Yarrow contains flavonoids, tannins, sesquiterpenes, phenolic acids, alkaloids, polyacetylenes, coumarins and essential oil.

  • Function: Buttock (anal) care
  • INCI: ACHILLEA MILLEFOLIUM EXTRACT

Common yarrow

Honey clover (herb)

Honey clover has a beneficial effect against various undisired appearances on the skin, especially on the legs and feet. It is often used in skin care products in the area of more visible veins. It contains mainly coumarin glycosides and flavonoids and smells of coumarin.

  • Function: Nega nog in stopal
  • INCI: MELILOTUS OFFICINALIS HERB EXTRACT

Honey clover

Nettle (leaves)

Nettle has a beneficial effect on scalp problems, promotes hair growth and eliminates dandruff. The use of nettle is widespread in herbal medicine, as it is often an ingredient in various teas. Already in ancient Egypt nettle was used as a food, and the Greeks and Romans adopted it for the same purposes.

  • Function: Hair and scalp care
  • INCI: URTICA DIOICA LEAF EXTRACT

Nettle

Olive oil

Olive oil is a carrier oil for ointments with extremely beneficial properties for the skin. It is used in ointments because it is well absorbed into the skin and does not leave stains. The main components of olive oil are mixed triglyceride esters of palmitic acid, oleic acid and other fatty acids.

  • Function: Basic carrier oil
  • INCI: OLEA EUROPEA FRUIT OIL

Olive oil

Almond oil

Almond oil is an extremely popular oil in cosmetic products with beneficial properties for the skin. In almond oil dominate oleic acid, linolenic acid and palmitic acid. After application, the skin is soft, more elastic and intensely nourished.

  • Function: Skin softening
  • INCI: PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS OIL

Almond oil

Sunflower oil

Sunflower oil is one of the carrier oils for ointments with beneficial properties for the skin. Sunflower oil is dominated by linoleic acid in the triglyceride form. The oil also contains palmitic, stearic and oleic acids and vitamin E.

  • Function: Basic carrier oil
  • INCI: HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL

Sunflower oil

Jojoba oil

Jojoba oil is a very good oil for the skin because it balances various skin conditions. Jojoba oil is a liquid wax ester, so it is not really an oil. The oil is very similar to the oils (sebum) produced by our skin and is therefore very compatible with human skin.

  • Function: Regulation of skin processes
  • INCI: SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS SEED OIL

Jojoba oil

Coconut oil

Coconut oil and its derivatives are used in a wide range of cosmetic products. Because it contains saturated fatty acids, it stays fresher longer, thus extending the life of the products. It keeps the skin soft and nourishes it intensively.

  • Function: Nourishing the skin
  • INCI: COCOS NUCIFERA OIL

Coconut oil

Shea butter

Shea butter is extracted from the mighty African Karite tree. Its high content of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids and vitamin E makes it suitable for protection and care of dry and mature skin. It has a beneficial effect on various skin problems.

  • Function: Skin protection
  • INCI: BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER

Shea butter

Avocado oil

Avocado oil is one of the more viscous oils, but still absorbs well into the skin. It is suitable for the care of dry, rough and problem skin. It has a beneficial effect, as it richly nourishes and regenerates the skin. The oil is suitable for all skin types, even sensitive.

  • Function: Sensitive skin care
  • INCI: PERSEA GRATISSIMA OIL

Avocado oil

Castor oil

Castor oil has an extremely high content of ricinoleic fatty acid. It has a beneficial effect on various unvanted appearances on the skin and additionally protects the skin. It is also often found in care products against stretch marks.

  • Function: Skin soothing
  • INCI: RICINUS COMMUNIS SEED OIL

Castor oil

Rosehip oil

Rosehip oil is an extremely beneficial oil for skin care, especially for the face. It consists of polyunsaturated fatty acids, of which linoleic acid and alpha-linolenic acid predominate. It also contains vitamin E and carotenoids, which give the oil its characteristic color.

  • Function: Skin protection and care
  • INCI: ROSA RUBIGINOSA SEED OIL

Rosehip oil

Vegetable vaseline (Olus)

Vegetable vaseline or olus oil is the carrier lipid component for the ointment. It is a mixture of triglycerides of vegetable origin and represents a patented, innovative and, of course, an alternative to petroleum jelly (petrolatum).

  • Function: Ointment base
  • INCI: OLUS (VEGETABLE - COCONUT DERIVED) OIL

Vegetable vaseline

Beeswax

Beeswax is produced by honey bees and is widely used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Its main function is to give consistency and hardness to products. It has a beneficial effect on the skin, as it gives it softness, elasticity and moisture, while protecting it from external weather conditions.

  • Function: Thickener and skin protector
  • INCI: CERA ALBA

Beeswax

Palm fat

Palm fat is a carrier fat for many ointments. It is obtained from the pulp of cultivated oil palm fruits from sustainable palm plantations (RSPO). It gives structure to ointments, good lubricity and is an excellent alternative to mineral oils. It contains the most palmitic and oleic fatty acids.

  • Function: Ointment base
  • INCI: ELAEIS GUINEENSIS BUTTER

Palm fat

Lanolin

Lanolin is obtained from the fleece of sheep after shearing and is similar in composition to sebum. During processing, lanolin is highly purified and a dense lipid substance is obtained, which has very beneficial effects on the skin. Lanolin is able to bind about 300% of its own weight in water, so it is an excellent moisturizer and at the same time very well protects the top layer of the skin.

  • Function: Skin protection and better lubricity
  • INCI: LANOLIN

Lanolin

Allantoin

Allantoin is the main active ingredient of comfrey root. In cosmetic products it has moisturizing and keratolytic effects. It also has a beneficial effect on various skin problems and undesirable skin conditions.

  • Function: Against undesirable skin conditions
  • INCI: ALLANTOIN

Allantoin

Bisabolol

Bisabolol has a beneficial effect on various skin problems and soothes irritated skin. It is found in the essential oils of various plants, including the essential oil of German chamomile.

  • Function: Relieving skin problems
  • INCI: BISABOLOL

Bisabolol

Honey

Honey is a sweet, viscous substance produced by honeybees. Honey contains a large amount of sugars and has a pronounced moisturizing and nourishing effect on the skin. People have been collecting and using honey for thousands of years.

  • Function: Skin moisturizing
  • INCI: MEL

Honey

Propolis

Propolis is a resinous bee product used by bees to protect the hive. Propolis consists of various plant resins and waxes. In cosmetic products it acts against various skin problems.

  • Function: Against skin problems
  • INCI: PROPOLIS CERA

Propolis

Carrot juice

Carrot juice is a source of beta-carotene, a precursor of vitamin A. Carrot juice has an extremely nourishing effect on the skin and relieves skin problems. The use is especially suitable for dry and mature skin.

  • Function: Nourishes the skin
  • INCI: DAUCUS CAROTA SATIVA JUICE

Carrot juice

Olive squalane

Olive squalane is a derivative of squalene found in human sebum. Squalane is a stable form obtained from olive oil. It has a beneficial effect on the skin, nourishing, protecting and leaving a pleasant silky feeling on it.

  • Function: Nourishes the skin
  • INCI: SQUALANE

Olive squalane

Magnesium

Magnesium has a beneficial effect on the skin and has a detoxifying effect. It is added to cosmetic products in the form of a water-soluble salt. Magnesium is absolutely necessary for the normal functioning of certain functions, such as metabolism and cellular energy.

  • Function: Nourishes the skin
  • INCI: MAGNESIUM SULFATE

Magnesium

Panthenol

Panthenol or provitamin B5 is a well-known humectant used to intensively moisturize the skin. It has the ability to penetrate the lower layers of the skin and act as a long-term moisturizer. It also relieves various skin problems and is suitable for sensitive skin.

  • Function: Skin hydration
  • INCI: PANTHENOL

Panthenol

Escin

Escin is the main active ingredient in the fruits of wild (horse) chestnut. It belongs to saponins and has a beneficial effect on leg and foot problems.

  • Function: Leg and foot care
  • INCI: ESCIN

Escin

Vitamin E

Vitamin E is an oil-soluble antioxidant that prevents fat oxidation. So they do not become rays for a long time. In the body it protects cell membranes from the harmful effects of free radicals and tissues sensitive to oxidation.

  • Function: Oil-soluble antioxidant
  • INCI: TOCOPHEROL or TOCOPHERYL ACETATE

Vitamin E

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is a water-soluble antioxidant and plays an important role in various biological processes. It is involved in the synthesis of collagen, stimulates immune system function, and acts as an antioxidant. It is present in various forms in cosmetic products.

  • Function: Water-soluble antioxidant
  • INCI: ASCORBIC ACID or ASCORBYL PALMITATE

Vitamin C

Rosemary oleoresin

Rosemary oleoresin oleoresin is a CO2 extract of rosemary standardized for diterpene phenol content. Similar to vitamin E, it prevents the oxidation of fats and thus represents a new natural alternative to other oil-soluble antioxidants.

  • Function: Oil-soluble antioxidant
  • INCI: ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS LEAF EXTRACT

Rosemary oleoresin

Lavender (essential oil)

Lavender essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of French lavender flowers. On the skin, it acts against skin problems and stimulates the skin's defense mechanism.

  • Function: Against skin problems
  • INCI: LAVANDULA OFFICINALIS or ANGUSTIFOLIA FLOWER OIL

Lavender essential oil

Fir needle (essential oil)

Fir needle essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of fir needles and twigs. It has a beneficial effect against skin conditions and prevents skin problems synergistically with the other ingredients.

  • Function: Against unwanted appearances
  • INCI: ABIES ALBA NEEDLE OIL

Fir needle essential oil

Rosemary (essential oil)

Rosemary Rosemary essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of rosemary sprigs. In massage products, it has an invigorating effect on tired muscles and is suitable for massaging stiff limbs.

  • Function: Invigurating effect
  • INCI: ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS OIL

Rosemary essential oil

Tea tree (essential oil)

Tea tree essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of Australian tea tree leaves. It has a mild antiseptic effect on the skin and is therefore suitable against many skin problems.

  • Function: Mild antiseptic
  • INCI: MALALEUCA ALTERNIFOLIA OIL

Tea tree essential oil

Eucalyptus (essential oil)

Eucalyptus essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of eucalyptus leaves. Eucalyptus is often added to rub-in products in the respiratory area, as it opens up the airways.

  • Function: Opening the airways
  • INCI: EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS OIL

Eucalyptus essential oil

Peppermint (essential oil)

Peppermint essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of peppermint leaves. Due to the high content of menthol, which has a cooling effect, it is added to products for massages and relaxation of muscles and limbs.

  • Function: Pleasant cooling and relaxing effect
  • INCI: MENTHA PIPERITA OIL

Peppermint essential oil

Everlasting (essential oil)

Everlasting essential oil, also called immortelle flower oil, is obtained by steam distillation of its flowers. It is used in cosmetic products because it soothes the skin and relieves skin problems.

  • Function: Skin soothing
  • INCI: HELICHRYSUM ITALICUM FLOWER OIL

Everlasting essential oil

Thyme (essential oil)

Thyme essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of thyme. It is often added to products for rubbing in the respiratory area, as it has a beneficial effect on the respiratory tract.

  • Function: Beneficial for the respiratory tract
  • INCI: THYMUS VULGARIS OIL

Thyme essential oil

Sage (essential oil)

Sage essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of the leaves. The oil is extremely strong, so it is used in small concentrations. It is often added to foot care products, as it has a beneficial effect against various skin conditions.

  • Function: Against unwanted appearances
  • INCI: SALVIA OFFICINALIS OIL

Sage essential oil

Juniper (essential oil)

Juniper essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of juniper berries. It is suitable for muscle massages after heavy loads or sports activities, as it has a relaxing effect.

  • Function: Muscle relaxation
  • INCI: JUNIPERUS COMMUNIS FRUIT OIL

Juniper essential oil

Cypress (essential oil)

Cypress essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of needles and cones. It is used for foot care and in products for the care of the butlock (anal opening) in case of problems.

  • Function: Buttock (anal) care
  • INCI: CUPRESSUS SEMPERVIRENS OIL

Cypress essential oil