AZIAL and rendez-vous Ingredient Glossary


AZIAL & *rendez-vous* Glossary of Ingredients
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Ingredient	Description	Found in AZIAL	Found in rendez-vous
Aloewood Powder Aquilaria crassna	A resinous wood that sometimes occurs in trees belonging to the Aquilaria genus. It is also known as aloeswood or agarwood, and is valued for its distinctive fragrance.	All Incense Cones.	None.
Alcohol	Sourced from plants, alcohol is an excellent solvent for herbal extracts. Also known as ethanol or ethyl alcohol. It is effective as an antiseptic at minimum concentration of about 62% (percentage by volume, not weight). It kills organisms by denaturing their proteins and dissolving their lipids and is effective against most bacteria and fungi, and many viruses.	Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer & Aromatic Sanitizing Spray. All Ambiance Sprays.	None.
Aloe Vera Leaf Juice Aloe barbadensis	This is a succulent perennial of the lily family with skin enhancing value in the juice of its leaves. It is rich in vitamins, minerals, amino acids, enzymes, proteins, and is known as a humectant, and for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. Aloe Vera is also valued for its hydrating, soothing and healing properties, and is suitable for all skin types. Recent studies indicate that aloe vera has the ability to accelerate cell growth in the skin.	All Liquid Shower Soaps, Body Lotions, Shampoos & Conditioners. Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer & Hand Sanitizing Liquid Soap. Gourmand Spa Base: Rejuvenating Body Scrub Base, Renewing Facial Scrub Base, all Clay Base Concentrates; Gourmand Spa Marmelade: Raspberry, Green Tea, Guava, Papaya & Mango.	All Aloe-Concentrate Body Lotions. All Liquid Body Soaps. All Aloe Toners. All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion. Clay Cleansing Cream & all Gentle Cleansing Foams. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant. All Purifying Masks. Massage Cream Meditating.
Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA)	Alpha hydroxy acids work mainly as exfoliants, causing dead skin cells in the epidermis or skin’s top layer to separate from one another. The result is skin that sloughs off and can be removed easily allowing new skin cells to resurface. Studies have shown that alpha hydroxy acids may also encourage elastin and collagen production, two components that contribute to firm, smooth and toned skin. Skin benefits associated with alpha hydroxy acids include an improvement in wrinkles, skin roughness, skin discoloration and sun damage. AHA formulas increase skin's sun sensitivity, so it is important to use protective sunscreen while using AHA. It is best to use AHA as night treatments only.	None.	Renewing AHA Antioxidant Night Cream.
Amaranth S (Tassel flower) Extract Sodium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Amaranth Protein	A natural gentle deep cleansing peptide that provides a foaming effect. It is an organic surfactant that is non-irritating. The presence of essential amino acids in the amaranth protein provides a nourishing effect.	All Shampoos.	None.
Annatto Seed Extract Bixa orellana	Derived from the reddish pulp which surrounds the seeds; it provides natural coloring. An emollient, and its high carotenoid content provides beneficial antioxidant properties.	Soap: Carrot Honey, & Papaya Lime. Gourmand Spa: Marmelade of Papaya & Raspberry.	None.
Apricot Kernel Oil Prunus armeniaca	Moisturizing, nourishing and revitalizing properties. Fine textured carrier oil rich in Vitamin A that is easily absorbed by the skin without leaving it feeling oily. High in poly-unsaturated fatty acids. Rich in oleic acid and linoleic acid. Particularly helpful for dehydrated, delicate, mature or sensitive skin. The moisturizing, nourishing and revitalizing properties of apricot kernel oil combine well with essential oils. Also soothe inflammation and relieve itchiness.	None.	Essential Balms: Sensitive Skin, Soothing & Slimming.
Avocado Oil Persea gratissima	A rich heavy oil, that is deeply penetrating and rich in vitamins A and D, lecithin, potassium as well as vitamin E. It is beneficial for dry or mature skins, or skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis. It is very useful when treating sun or climate damaged skin that is dehydrated and undernourished as it is said to help with regenerating the skin and softening the tissue.	None.	Essential Balms: Stretch Marks.
Bamboo Powder Bambusa vulgaris	A species of bamboo indigenous to South East Asia. The bamboo stem is cold dried immediately after harvest to preserve its beneficial properties, characteristic yellow color & its very light, pleasant scent. It is naturally rich in minerals salts & silica.	Botanical Powder: Bamboo. All Incense Cones.	None.
Basil, Holy Essential Oil Ocimum gratissimum	Properties include antibacterial, antidepressant, antifungal, insecticide, tonic and stimulant. It is a good skin tonic and is beneficial for dull and dry skin, as well as acne prone skin. It helps enhance hair luster and promotes healthy hair and scalp. It has uplifting properties and can help ease the sense of depression, and promote clarity of mind and concentration. Also known for its insect repelling properties.	Soap: Margherita. Shampoo & Conditioner: Balancing. All Sanitizing Care products. Essential Oil Blend, Ambiance Spray & Pillow Spray: Twilight.	Essential Balm: Problem Skin.
Beeswax Cera alba	A natural thickener and emulsifier derived from honeycomb. It is emollient, nourishes, moisturizes and softens skin. It locks in moisture, allowing the skin to remain hydrated.	All Candles. Scented Pouch.	All Essential Balms. Massage Balm Relaxant.
Benzoin Essential Oil Styrax benzoin	It is warming, uplifting and revitalizing, and promotes a sense of calm and comfort that helps ease feelings of depression and emotional fatigue. It improves skin elasticity, helping cracked skin, while aiding the healing of sores and wounds and at the same time reducing redness, irritation and itching.	All Incense Cones.	Essential Balm: Young Skin.
Bergamot Essential Oil Citrus aurantium bergamia	Properties include antidepressant, antiseptic, antibiotic, calmative and vulnerary. It is useful for skin complaints like acne, oily skin conditions, and eczema and psoriasis. It also helps induce a sense of happiness, helps ease feelings of anxiety, tension and depression.	Soap: Coconut Bergamot. Liquid Shower Soap: Uplifting. Moisturizing Body Oil: Meditating & Uplifting.	Massage Cream Meditating. Essential Balm: Stretch Marks.
Betel Leaf Piper betle	It contains a phenol called chavicol which has powerful antiseptic properties. Popular in traditional Asian herbal remedies, especially in Ayurveda therapies. Beneficial for skin wounds & inflammation, and has invigorating properties.	Soap: Betel Ginger. All Herbal Pouches.	None.
Black Sticky Rice Seed Oryza glutinosa	Ground black sticky rice seeds help soften and smoothen skin.	All Herbal Pouches.	None.
Botanical Preservative	Our botanical preservative is an all-natural herbal extract mixture made from Oregano leaf, Thyme leaf, Olive leaf, Rosemary leaf, Lavender flower and Golden Seal root. It is the synergistic combination of the botanical extracts that, combined at proprietary levels, yields a natural preservative with a broad spectrum of activity. It is safe, effective and can be used in a wide range of topical and personal care products.	All Shampoos & Conditioners. All Body Lotions. All Liquid Shower Soaps. Gourmand Spa: Rejuvenating Body Scrub Base, Renewing Facial Scrub Base, all Clay Base Concentrates. Hand Sanitizing Liquid Soap.	All Aloe Concentrate Body Lotions. All Liquid Body Soaps. All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion. Clay Cleansing Cream & all Gentle Cleansing Foams. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant. All Purifying Masks. Massage Cream Meditating.

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Ingredient	Description	Found in AZIAL	Found in rendez-vous
Cajeput Essential Oil Melaleuca leucadendron cajaput	Cajeput is not only used as an ingredient for cosmetics and perfumes, it was also well known for its antiseptic properties and was a traditional remedy for the stomach, for rheumatism, cholera and as an insecticide. It smoothens and brightens skin and keeps skin free from infections, thus used extensively in cosmetics, antiseptic creams etc. It also tones the skin and is an emollient which softens and soothes skin. It stimulates the organs, gives a warming effect, promotes circulation. It promotes perspiration and thus serving as a detoxifier.	None.	Essential Balm: Stretch Marks.
Camphor Essential Oil Cinnamomum camphora	Properties include anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, insecticide, analgesic and stimulant. It is highly beneficial for muscular aches and pains, sprains, and rheumatism.	Moisturizing Body Oil: Soothing. All Sanitizing Care products.	None.
Carrot / Carrot Seed Essential Oil Daucus carota sativa	Rich in beta-carotene, minerals, vitamins A, E and pro-vitamin A, and is a known antioxidant. It is nourishing and can help revitalize skin and improve skin tone in mature skin. It helps to reduce age spots and balance moisture in the skin.	Soap: Carrot Honey (Pulp & Juice). All Herbal Pouches (Root). Gourmand Spa: Renewing Facial Scrub Base.	Light Antioxidant Day Cream & Rich Antioxidant Night Cream. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant.
Castor USP OIl Ricinus communis	Healing & anti-inflammatory properties. Rich in fatty acids it is an emollient & easily penetrates the skin to leave it soft and supple. Acts as a protective barrier on your skin that will protect skin against harsh environmental conditions. Extremely soothing and moisturizing to the skin. Also a perfect conditioning beauty aid for hair - helps moisturize the scalp, and is reputed to promote hair growth and prevent dandruff.	Soap: Carrot Honey, Papaya Lime, Cassia Alata, Plantago, Double Sesame, Rice Bran, & Breathe Easy. All Liquid Shower Soaps. All Moisturizing Body Oils. All Conditioners. Hair Protective Oil.	All Liquid Body Soaps. Massage Cream Meditating. All Detoxifying Cleansing Bars. All Gentle Cleansing Foams.
Candle Bush Leaf Cassia Alata	A tropical plant, rich in antioxidant. Traditionally acclaimed to be effective in treating skin infections due to its antibacterial and antifungal properties.	Soap: Cassia Alata	None.
Cedarwood, Himalayan Essential Oil Cedrus deodara	Properties include antiseptic, tonic, astringent, diuretic, insecticide, sedative and fungicide. It has calming and soothing properties and is beneficial for feelings of tension and anxiety. It also helps relieve itchiness and reduce inflammation.	Body Lotion: After Bite & Repellent. All Sanitizing Care products. Essential Oil Blend, Ambiance Spray & Pillow Spray: Orange Mountain	None.
Centella Extract Centella asiatica	Also known as Gotu kola, it contains asiaticosides and triterpenes giving it excellent properties that deal with wound healing and promoting healthy skin. It is also known for its soothing and firming effects on the skin, and in improving skin appearance.	Soap: Margherita.	None.
Cetearyl Olivate	A nonionic emulsifier that helps blend ingredients together in cosmetic solutions, usually ones with moisturizing properties. It’s helps soften the skin and hair, and gives products a smooth and luxurious feel. It’s most often used in conjunction with sorbitan olivate.	All Body Lotions. All Conditioners. Gourmand Spa: Renewing Facial Scrub Base, all Clay Base Concentrates & Rejuvenating Body Scrub Base.	All Aloe Concentrate Body Lotions. All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion. Clay Cleansing Cream. All Gentle Cleansing Foams. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant. All Purifying Masks. Massage Cream Meditating.
Chamomile Essential Oil Chamomilla recutita	Properties include analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, sedative and stomachic properties. Well-known for its calming and relaxing properties for the mind and body. Particularly beneficial for skin irritations, dry skin conditions and sensitive skin, and is known to have soothing and healing influences on the skin.	Moisturizing Body Oil: Relaxing. Herbal Pouch for Face. Gourmand Spa: Renewing Facial Scrub Base.	Light Antioxidant Day Cream & Rich Antioxidant Night Cream. Essential Balms: Sensitive Skin, Problem Skin, Soothing & Slimming. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant. Massage Balm Relaxant.
Champaka Essential Oil Michelia champaca	The flower is considered as very precious among the Indian flowers, and is also popular in SEA. The smell of champaka flower is unique and attracting. It promotes mental clarity and alertness, it is also euphoric and calming.	Essential Oil Blend, Ambiance Spray & Pillow Spray: Twilight	None.
Charcoal Powder	One of the natural powders used in incense cones.	All Incense Cones.	None.
Cinnamon Bark / Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil Cinnamomum zeylanicum	Properties include antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, stomachic, antiseptic and antimicrobial. It is warming, comforting and calming, and helps fights exhaustion and relieve feelings of depression and weakness. Its analgesic properties make it beneficial in easing muscular aches and pains. It also helps with the digestion and can improve appetite.	Liquid Shower Soap: Comforting. Moisturizing Body Oil: Comforting. All Sanitizing Care products. Herbal Pouch for Body (Bark). Incense Cone & Candle: Cinnamon.	None.
Citric Acid	It is naturally found in citrus fruits. Used as a preservative and to adjust acid-alkali balance. In general it is thought as an antioxidant that can help tone and refresh skin, and reduce the look of aging by promoting new skin growth and destroying free radicals.	All Conditioners.	All Liquid Body Soaps. Massage Cream Meditating. All Detoxifying Cleansing Bars. All Gentle Cleansing Foams.
Citronella, Java Essential Oil Cymbopogon winterianus	Properties include antiseptic, deodorant, insecticide, parasitic, tonic and stimulant. Most popular for its insect repelling ability. It is also good for refreshing rooms and helps promote clarity, and beneficial for oily skin and softening skin. Its deodorant properties make it excellent for refreshing tired sweaty feet.	Body Lotion: After Bite & Repellent. Foot Massage Oil: Citronella.	None.
Clove Bud Essential Oil Eugenia caryophyllus	Properties include antiseptic, anti-neuralgic, disinfectant, insecticide, stimulant and tonic. Reputed for easing respiratory problems, it also helps the mind feel stimulated, and dispels the sense of depression and lethargy. Beneficial for acne and skin sores, and is an effective insect repellent.	Soap: Breathe Easy. Incense Cone & Candle: Clove.	None.
Cocoa Butter Theobroma cacao	This is a pure vegetable emollient is derived from the seeds of the Cacao tree. It is a nutrient-rich emollient and skin moisturizer with healing properties. Softens, protects and conditions, and is used with great effect on very dry, dehydrated and flaky skin. It also is effective in diminishing signs of wrinkles and stretch marks.	Soap: Mango Mint, Choco Mint & Cappuccino. All Conditioners. Gourmand Spa: All Clay Base Concentrates.	Clay Cleansing Cream. Massage Balm Relaxant.
Cocoa Extract Theobroma cacao	Used for its delicious chocolate aroma.	Soap: Choco Mint.	None.
Coconut Oil Cocos nucifera	Ayurvedic medicine has recognized the healing properties of coconut oil for over 4,000 years, traditionally using it in its many forms to treat a variety of health problems and to nourish the body and hair. Coconut oil can be used as a base, and in massage oils/creams and certain medicated shampoos. Its properties make it also an excellent humectant, helping to retain skin moisture in the skin and preventing water loss. It softens and conditions dry skin as well as hair, and is reputed to prevent stretch marks.	All Soaps & Conditioners. Hair Protective Oil.	All Detoxifying Cleansing Bars. All Gentle Cleansing Foams. Massage Cream Meditating. All Liquid Body Soaps.
Coenzyme Q10 Ubiquinone	Coenzyme Q10, also referred to as CoQ10 or ubiquinone. It is an antioxidant, and therefore helps to protect cells from damage caused by the body's own free radicals. Popular as an anti-aging ingredient in skin care products.	Gourmand Spa Marmelade: Raspberry for Face & Body, Green Tea, Guava, Mango & Papaya.	All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion.
Coffee Extract Coffea arabica	It is warming & invigorating, and an excellent antioxidant. It has a stimulating, revitalizing tonic effect.	Soap: Cappuccino.	None.
Comfrey Root Extract Symphytum officinale	Comfrey is a sweet, cooling herb with expectorant, astringent, soothing and healing effects. It reduces inflammation. It is particularly effective in slow healing wounds and to help repair tissue damage. Comfrey contains an excellent cell proliferant and is used to stimulate growth of new skin cells.	None.	All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant.
Coriander Seed Essential Oil Coriandrum sativum	It has warming & comforting properties, and helps to ease the mind and fight fatigue. Useful to refresh and to uplift the mind.	Soap: Indochine.	None.
Cypress Essential Oil Cupressus sempervirens	Properties include astringent, antiseptic, tonic and sedative. It has purifying, warming and restorative properties, creating a soothing effect that helps promote a sense of calm and peace. It is beneficial to oily as well as congested skin and wounds.	All Sanitizing Care products. Essential Oil Blend, Ambiance Spray & Pillow Spray: Twilight.	None.

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Ingredient	Description	Found in AZIAL	Found in rendez-vous
Eucalyptus Lemon Essential Oil / Leaf Eucalyptus citriodora	Properties include anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antiviral, astringent, decongestant, deodorant, stimulant, and vulnerary. This is one of the most powerful antiseptic oils, often used to treat skin wounds. It is also a highly recommended insect repellant, and is known to be beneficial for athlete's foot and fungal infections. It helps soothe and invigorate tired and sore muscles, and helps stimulate blood circulation. It is purifying, invigorating, and helps dispel fatigue and debility. It is also clarifying and its fresh cool scent helps keep the mind clear and focused. It is beneficial for the temporary relief of nasal congestion.	Soap: Breathe Easy. Body Lotion: After Bite & Repellent. Bath Salt Cleansing. All Sanitizing Care products. Foot Massage Oil: Eucalyptus. All Herbal Pouches (Leaf). Incense Cone: Eucalyptus.	Essential Balm Slimming.
Evening Primrose Oil Oenothera biennis	An exceptionally fine textured oil that is very rich in fatty acids, especially in gamma linolenic acid (GLA). It is anti-inflammatory & excellent moisturizing properties, and is softening and soothing, making it an excellent oil for face and body massage blends, particularly for dry, scaly, devitalized and prematurely aging skin. It is known to accelerate the healing of wounds and scars and by forming a protective layer on the epidermis, it keeps complexion strong and supple.	All Moisturizing Body Oils.	All Antioxidant Creams. Essential Balms: Eyes & Stretch Marks. Massage Balm Relaxant & Massage Cream Meditating. All Gentle Cleansing Foams.
Frankincense Essential Oil Boswellia carterii	Properties include antiseptic, astringent, diuretic, sedative and tonic. A good skin tonic, with exceptional rejuvenative properties making it beneficial for mature skin. It helps skin look revitalized, and minimizes the appearance of wrinkles and scarring. It is also calming and soothing to the whole body and mind.	Moisturizing Body Oils: Energizing. Body Lotion: All Day SPF15.	Aloe Concentrate Body Lotion All Day SPF 15. Essential Balms: Mature Skin & Stretch Marks.

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Ingredient	Description	Found in AZIAL	Found in rendez-vous
Gac Oil Momordica cochinchinensis	This tropical fruit found in Vietnam and other regions of South East Asia where it is valued for many important health benefits. It is esteemed as the “fruit from heaven” and is prized for its ability to promote longevity, vitality, and health. Recent research has shown it is very rich in beta-carotene, lycopene and vitamin E, with excellent rejuvenative properties. It also has high antioxidant properties which help to protect the skin from free radicals which cause pre-mature ageing.	Gourmand Spa: Renewing Facial Scrub Base.	All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant. Massage Cream Meditating.
Geranium, Bourbon Essential Oil Pelargonium graveolens	Properties include astringent, diuretic, antiseptic, anti-depressant, tonic and anti-spasmodic. It balances the oil production of the skin, while helping to keep skin supple. Beneficial also for acne-prone skin and fluid-retention, and helps minimize the appearance of cellulite. The cicatrisant properties ensure that it is helpful in wound healing. It has an all-over balancing effect on the mind, is uplifting and relieves feelings of stress and anxiety.	Moisturizing Body Oil: Relaxing. All Sanitizing Care products. Gourmand Spa: Renewing Facial Scrub Base.	Aloe Concentrate Body Lotion All Day SPF 15. Light Antioxidant Day Cream & Rich Antioxidant Night Cream. Essential Balms: Problem Skin, Soothing, Eyes, Slimming & Stretch Marks. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant. Massage Balm Relaxant.
Ginger Root / Ginger Essential Oil Zingiber officinale	Properties include analgesic, anti-emetic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, bactericidal, cephalic, stimulant, and tonic. It helps counteract feelings of indifference, apathy & lethargy, and promotes concentration and strengthens the mind. It is highly effective for muscle aches and pain (especially backaches), circulation issues and arthritic pain. It also helps improve circulation & joint mobility.	Soap: Plantago, Betel Ginger & Indochine. Liquid Shower Soap: Energizing. Moisturizing Body Oil: Regenerating. Foot Massage Oil: Ginger. All Herbal Pouches (Root).	None.
Glycerin	The glycerin we use is naturally derived from vegetable oils, and is a natural by-product in the soap making process. It is a humectant which attracts water to the skin, and helps skin retain moisture. It keeps the skin feeling soft and smooth.	All Body Lotions except After Bite & Repellent. All Shampoos & Conditioners. Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer. Gourmand Spa: Rejuvenating Body Scrub Base. NB. All AZIAL soaps and all AZIAL Liquid Shower Soaps have their glycerin retained in the saponification process.	Clay Cleansing Cream. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant. All Purifying Masks. *NB. All rendez-vous* Detoxifying Cleansing Bars have their glycerin retained in the saponification process.**
Glyceryl Cocoate	A skin conditioning, cleansing agent derived from coconut. It is a non ionic surfactant derived from Coconut that is used as an emollient and emulsifier that improves the moisturizing properties of a product. It increases lubricity, leaving hair feeling conditioned and skin feeling soft and smooth.	All Liquid Shower Soaps & Body Lotions. All Shampoos & Conditioners. Hand Sanitizing Liquid Soap. Gourmand Spa: Renewing Facial Scrub Base, all Clay Base Concentrates & Rejuvenating Body Scrub Base.	All Aloe Concentrate Body Lotions. All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion. Clay Cleansing Cream. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant. All Purifying Masks. Massage Balm Relaxant & Massage Cream Meditating. All Aloe Toners.
Golden Seal Root Extract Hydrastis canadensis	The root contains berberine and hydrastine which give golden seal a broad-spectrum antibacterial action, and is one of the herbal extracts found in our botanical preservative.	All Shampoos & Conditioners. All Body Lotions. All Liquid Shower Soaps. Gourmand Spa: Rejuvenating Body Scrub Base, Renewing Facial Scrub Base, all Clay Base Concentrates. Hand Sanitizing Liquid Soap.	All Aloe Concentrate Body Lotions. All Liquid Body Soaps. All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion. Clay Cleansing Cream & all Gentle Cleansing Foams. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant & all Purifying Masks. Massage Cream Meditating.
Grapefruit Essential Oil Citrus grandis	Properties include antidepressant, antiseptic, astringent, diuretic, disinfectant, tonic and anti-infectious. High in vitamin C and AHAs. It is toning and beneficial for oily, congested skin and acne-prone skin. Its diuretic properties, make it useful in helping to remove excess water from the body and is therefore also great for treating cellulite. It has an uplifting effect on the mood and helps promote a sense of happiness and relieves the feeling of stress and depression. It is used with great success to combat muscle fatigue and stiffness while stimulating the lymphatic system and thereby clearing the body of toxins.	Moisturizing Body Oil: Meditating. Bath Salt: Cleansing. Body Lotion: After Sun. Essential Oil Blend, Ambiance Spray & Pillow Spray: Twilight.	Aloe-Grapefruit Toner. Aloe Concentrate Body Lotion After Sun Regenerating. Light Antioxidant Lotion & Renewing AHA Antioxidant Night Cream. Essential Balm Slimming. Purifying Mask Oily or Acne Prone Skin.
Grapefruit Seed Extract Citrus grandis	Natural extract from the seeds & pulp of grapefruits. Used as a natural preservative with natural biocide reducing growth of yeasts, molds & bacteria. It is also a natural antioxidant which helps to protect the skin from free radicals which cause pre-mature ageing.	All Liquid Shower Soaps, Body Lotions. All Shampoos & Conditioners. Hand Sanitizing Liquid Soap. Gourmand Spa: Renewing Facial Scrub Base, all Clay Base Concentrates & Rejuvenating Body Scrub Base.	All Aloe Concentrate Body Lotions. All Liquid Body Soaps. All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion. Clay Cleansing Cream. All Gentle Cleansing Foams. All Purifying Masks. Massage Cream Meditating. All Aloe Toners.
Green Montmorillonite Clay (French Green Clay) Montmorillonite	This French Green Clay is highly efficient at drawing oils and toxins from the skin. It is rich in important minerals and phyto-nutrients and is the most commonly used therapeutic clay. Although when applied to the skin French Clay draws out impurities, it also allows the essential mineral within the clay to be absorbed by the skin. The natural mineral found in the clay aids healing to the cells under the skin. The natural minerals found within French clay have the ability to stimulate the blood circulation, remove dead skin cells and tone and freshens the skin.	None.	All Detoxifying Cleansing Bars. All Purifying Masks.
Green Tea Extract / Leaf Camellia sinensis	Has astringent and excellent antioxidant properties. It is known for its cell regenerating properties that help skin appear firmer and more supple, and therefore popular as an anti-aging ingredient in skin care products.	Gourmand Spa: Green Tea Marmelade. All Herbal Pouches (Leaf).	Light Antioxidant Day Cream, Light Antioxidant Lotion & Renewing AHA Antioxidant Night Cream.
Guava Fruit Pulp Psidium guajava	Very rich in Vitamin A, B & C & minerals. It is high in antioxidants, and a wonderful astringent. Beneficial for mature skin, it helps wrinkles appear smoother, & slows down the visible signs of aging.	Gourmand Spa: Guava Marmelade.	None.
Hibiscus Extract Hibiscus sabdariffa	It has astringent and anti-inflammatory properties, and provides strong antioxidant activity, and is useful against the effects of aging. It has I-hydroxy-acids that improves skin flexibility and elasticity, as well as creates higher moisture levels in the skin.	None.	Light Antioxidant Day Cream & Light Antioxidant Lotion. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant.
Honey Mel	Honey’s ability to absorb and retain moisture helps keep skin hydrated and fresh and prevents drying. It helps to protect the skin from the damaging effects of the sun's rays, and supports the skin's ability to rejuvenate, leaving it feeling soft and supple. Honey absorbs impurities from the pores on the skin, making it an ideal cleansing agent.	Soap: Carrot Honey.	None.
Honeysuckle Flower Lonicera japonica	Properties include antitoxin, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory. It is used in traditional Chinese remedies to dispel heat and remove toxins. It is soothing for the skin, and can reduce redness and minor irritations caused by dry skin. It also smoothes and softens skin.	All Herbal Pouches.	None.
Horsetail Extract Equisetum arvense	Horsetail helps boost the skin. It works to increase the health of the connective tissue in the skin and helps to create a healthier skin tone.	None.	Light Antioxidant Lotion.

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Ingredient	Description	Found in AZIAL	Found in rendez-vous
Immortelle Essential Oil Helichrysum italicum	Properties include antioxidant, anti-allergenic, anti-inflammatory, and astringent. It is rejuvenating and regenerating, and has a strong reputation for its ability to reduce the visible signs of aging and minimize the appearance of scarring.	Gourmand Spa: Renewing Facial Scrub Base.	Light Antioxidant Day Cream & Rich Antioxidant Night Cream. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant.
Jasmine Essential Oil Jasminum grandiflorum	Properties include antidepressant, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, anti-spasmodic, cicatrisant, and sedative. It has the ability to soothe and moisturize, and is beneficial for dry, stressed and sensitive skins, and helps skin feel more supple, and also helps reduce stretch marks and other scars. It is relaxing, intoxicating, warming, sedating, and a great aphrodisiac, and helps induce a sense of optimism, confidence & euphoria.	Liquid Shower Soap: Feeling. Shampoo & Conditioner: Feeling. Moisturizing Body Oil: Feeling. Bath Salt: Feeling.	None.
Jojoba Oil Simmondsia chinensis	High in antioxidant. It has absorption properties that are similar to our skin's own sebum therefore an excellent moisturizer & ideal for all skin types, with a wide range of benefits for various skin conditions from anti-acne to anti-aging. It helps minimize the appearance of wrinkles, stretch marks and lighten scars. It provides excellent spread ability and lubricity making it a very popular ingredient in massage products. It is also an excellent natural hair cleanser, nourisher & conditioner, and helps hair remain supple.	Soap: Carrot Honey. All Body Lotions except After Bite Repellent. All Moisturizing Body Oils, Liquid Shower Soaps & Conditioners. Hand Sanitizing Liquid Soap. Gourmand Spa: Rejuvenating Body Scrub Base.	All Aloe Concentrate Body Lotions. Rich Antioxidant Night Cream. All Liquid Body Soaps. Massage Balm Relaxant & Massage Cream Meditating. All Detoxifying Cleansing Bars. All Gentle Cleansing Foams. All Purifying Masks.
Jojoba Pearls Simmondsia chinensis	Jojoba pearls are tiny, spherically shaped beads consisting of hydrogenated jojoba oil (= jojoba wax). It provides gentle but highly effective exfoliation without the abrasiveness like other natural or synthetic exfoliants. It is emollient, non-occlusive & non-commedogenic, very mild & suitable for sensitive skin.	Gourmand Spa: Jojoba Marmelade.	None.
Juniper Berry Essential Oil Suniperus communis	Properties include antiseptic, astringent, depurative, diuretic, stimulating, vulnerary and tonic. It is stimulating and helps promote a sense of calm, thus relieving feelings of anxiety, nervous tension & mental exhaustion.	Essential Oil Blend, Ambiance Spray & Pillow Spray: Twilight.	Light Antioxidant Lotion & Rich Antioxidant Night Cream.
Kaffir Lime Leaf Citrus hystrix	A popular herb in traditional Asian remedies. It is energizing and uplifting and has been used to overcome tiredness and lethargy, and to promote a sense of well-being.	Scented Pouch: Energizing	None.
Kelp Powder Laminaria digitata	Laminaria digitata is an extract of the alga (algae) and is a skin conditioning agent. It is rich in compounds that are hydrating agents and can help form a protective barrier on the skin. It has amino acids that help improve and maintain skin's elasticity by increasing hydration.	None.	All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion.
Lavender Essential Oil Lavandula angustifolia	Properties include analgestic, anti-depressant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antirheumatic, antiseptic, cicatrizant, deodorant, hypotensive, insecticide, nervine, parasticide, rubefacient, sedative, stimulant, tonic and vulnerary. It promotes healing and prevents scarring by stimulating the cells to regenerate more quickly. It is soothing and provides a balancing action on the skin and helps tone and revitalize, and is beneficial for all types of skin problems, and ease the pain of sunburn and sunstroke. A must for relaxing and calming. It not only energizes and relaxes, but it also balances, rejuvenate and inspires and is effective for headaches, migraines and insomnia. It is also beneficial for muscular aches and pains.	Soap: Coconut Lavender. Liquid Shower Soaps: Feeling & Uplifting. Shampoos & Conditioners: Feeling & Uplifting. Bath Salt: Feeling. Moisturizing Body Oils: Feeling, Relaxing & Uplifting. All Body Lotions. Hand Sanitizing Liquid Soap. Gourmand Spa Clay Base Concentrates: Dry SKin & Oily Skin. Incense Cone: Lavender.	All Aloe Concentrate Body Lotions. Light Antioxidant Lotion & Renewing AHA Antioxidant Night Cream. Clay Cleansing Cream. Essential Balms: Problem Skin & Stretch Marks. Massage Balm Relaxant. Detoxifying Cleansing Bars, Gentle Cleansing Foams & Purifying Masks: Oily Skin & Dry Skin.
Lavender Flower Extract Lavandula angustifolia	Lavender extract is one of the ingredients in our botanical preservative.	All Shampoos & Conditioners. All Body Lotions. All Liquid Shower Soaps. Gourmand Spa: Rejuvenating Body Scrub Base, Renewing Facial Scrub Base, all Clay Base Concentrates. Hand Sanitizing Liquid Soap.	All Aloe Concentrate Body Lotions. All Liquid Body Soaps. All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion. Clay Cleansing Cream & all Gentle Cleansing Foams. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant & all Purifying Masks. Massage Cream Meditating.
Lecithin	Lecithin is soy bean based, and contains many beneficial properties, and is used as an emulsifier, thickener, and stabilizer. It is also an emollient, which is a softening and soothing agent. In addition, it has magnificent moisturizing properties.	All Shampoos & Conditioners.	None.
Lemon Essential Oil Citrus medica limonum	Properties include astringent, antibacterial and antiseptic. It is good for oily skin conditions, and acne-prone skin. Its fresh, revitalizing and uplifting scent helps dispel feelings of tiredness and exhaustion, and clears the mind.	Moisturizing Body Oil: Energizing & Invigorating.	Essential Balm Soothing.
Lemongrass Essential Oil Cymbopogon schoenanthus	Properties include antiseptic & rejuvenating, stimulating & balancing, tonic, astringent, anti-infectious, anti-parasitic, nervine and depurative. It is beneficial for cellulite, as well as toning the skin. It is a strongly anti-bacterial and is useful for problem skin, open pores and acne. It is also beneficial for athlete's foot and other fungal infections, and it also helps refresh tired sweaty feet. It imparts shine to the hair and helps lackluster hair. It is also an excellent insect repellent, and its scent can help energize & revive the whole body, and relieve the symptoms of jetlag.	Soap: Mugwort Lemongrass. Bath Salt: Uplifting. Shampoo & Conditioner: Invigorating. All Sanitizing Care products. Foot Massage Oil: Lemongrass. Incense Cone & Candle : Lemongrass. Essential Oil Blend, Ambiance Spray & Pillow Spray: Lemongrass	Essential Balm Slimming.
Lime Essential Oil Citrus aurantifolia	Properties include astringent, revitalizing & toning. It can act as an astringent on skin where it is reputed to help clear oily skin. It is refreshing, reviving & energizing and helps the body feel revitalized, and benefits tired muscles, while enlivening & refreshing the mind. It also helps leave hair clean and free of buildup, resulting in shiny looking hair.	Soap: Citrus Splash, Papaya Lime, Rice Bran, & Indochine. Liquid Shower Soap: Awakening & Energizing. Moisturizing Body Oil: Awakening & Cooling. Bath Salt: Uplifting. Body Lotion: Awakening. Shampoo & Conditioner: Awakening. Gourmand Spa: Marmalade of Guava, Papaya & Green Tea; Salt & Sugar Body Scrub Supplement Papaya; Salt & Sugar Facial Scrub Supplement Papaya/ Guava. Foot Massage Oil: Lime. All Herbal Pouches.	None.
Litsea glutinosa	The bark powder is one of the natural powders used in incense cones.	All Incense Cones.	None.

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Ingredient	Description	Found in AZIAL	Found in rendez-vous
Magnesium Salt Magnesium carbonate	Mineral-rich salt naturally obtained from sea water. It antibacterial, soothing, healing. Used in bath soaks and body scrubs for its softening effect on the skin.	All Bath Salts.	None.
Mandarin Essential Oil Citrus nobilis	Properties include stimulating and toning. It is excellent for minimizing the appearance of stretch marks and scarring. It is soothing and encourages feeling of hope & joy, and induces a sense of calm. Beneficial also for sleeplessness resulting from stress & anxiety, and helps relieve tension and irritability.	Moisturizing Body Oil: Relaxing. Essential Oil Blend, Ambiance Spray & Pillow Spray: Fragrant Forest.	Essential Balm Stretch Marks.
Mango Fruit Mangifera indica	Properties include stimulating, antioxidant, antibacterial and brightening. It is an extremely rich source of enzymes such as lactase and it helps to clarify and nourish skin. Beneficial also for sun-damaged skin.	Soap: Mango Mint Soap. Gourmand Spa: Mango Marmelade	None.
Marjoram Essential Oil Origanum marjorana	Properties include analgesic, antiseptic, antiviral, bactericidal, cephalic, hypotensive, nervine, sedative, and vulnerary. It has a warming action and calms emotions, relieves anxiety as well as stress and helps to calms hyperactive people. Beneficial also for headaches, migraines and insomnia. It is useful for rheumatic pains as well as sprains, strains and spasms, as well as swollen joints and painful muscles.	Moisturizing Body Oil: Relaxing.	None.
Marigold Flower Extract Calendula officinalis	Calendula is beneficial in skin care, soothing inflammation, controlling bleeding and healing damaged tissue where the skin is broken. It is ideal in for dry, dehydrated, irritated and delicate skin as well as fighting the signs of aging.	None.	All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant.
May Chang Essential Oil Litsea cubeba	Properties include antiseptic, astringent, deodorant, disinfectant and sedative. It is beneficial for acne-prone skin and oily skin, and can aid excessive perspiration. It is also refreshing and rejuvenating, and helps clear the mind.	Soap: Mugwort May Chang & Indochine. Candle: May Chang. Essential Oil Blend, Ambiance Spray & Pillow Spray: Twilight & Orange Mountain.	None.
Mugwort Leaf / Mugwort Extract Artemisia vulgaris	It has mild nervine and sedative properties, and helps promote sleep, and is thought to aid depression and ease tension. It is also considered an excellent insect repellant.	Soap: Mugwort Lemongrass, Mugwort May Chang & Mugwort Patchouli. All Herbal Pouches.	All Purifying Masks. (Mugwort Extract)
Mulberry Leaf Morus australis	It is used in traditional herbal remedies, and helps promote proper blood circulation.	All Herbal Pouches.	None.
Myrhh Essential Oil Commiphora myrrha	Its properties include astringent and antiseptic. It is excellent to treat wounds and sores, and since it promotes cell regeneration, it is used effectively on mature skin, as well as sorting out deep cracks on the feet and hands.	None.	Essential Balm Mature Skin.
Neem Oil Melia azadirachta	Well-known for its insecticidal, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties, and is widely hailed as a natural insect repellant. Traditionally used in Indian medicine to aid in the healing of topical skin disorders. Its high fatty acid content makes it an excellent moisturizer.	Body Lotion: After Bite Repellent.	None.
Neroli Citrus aurantium	Neroli encourages new cell growth, valuable for mature skin and is good for all skin types but particularly good for dry, irritated or sensitive skin. It helps prevent stretch marks & reduces scars and is ideal for sensitive skin for its gentleness.	None.	Aloe-Neroli Toner.
Noni Root Morinda citrifolia	Noni is a member of the Rubiaceae plant family. It has been used in folk remedies by Polynesians for over 2000 years, and is reported to have a broad range of therapeutic effects, including antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and immune enhancing effects. Leaves, bark, and roots are beneficial for a great many maladies from helping to relieve aches and pain from arthritis to minimizing the sense of depression.	All Herbal Pouches.	None.
Olive Oil Olea europaea	Soothing & healing for all skin types. It is known for its traditional use as a cicatrizing agent, it can be incorporated into a formulation for skin damage either by UV radiation or for assisting with wound healing. Contains very high levels of antioxidants, particularly vitamin E & phenols. It helps to protect the skin from the harmful action of free radicals, said to delay aging skin & acts as an excellent moisturizer.	All Liquid Shower Soaps, Body Lotions, Shampoos & Conditioners. Hand Sanitizing Liquid Soap. Gourmand Spa: Renewing Facial Scrub Base, all Clay Base Concentrates & Rejuvenating Body Scrub Base.	All Detoxifying Cleansing Bars. All Gentle Cleansing Foams.
Olive Leaf Extract Olea europaea	This has been shown to have antibacterial, antimicrobial and antifungal properties, and is one of the ingredients in our botanical preservative. It is noted also for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and helps clear acne, blemishes and soothe dry, stressed skin, and is also beneficial for mature skin.	All Shampoos & Conditioners. All Body Lotions. All Liquid Shower Soaps. Gourmand Spa: Rejuvenating Body Scrub Base, Renewing Facial Scrub Base, all Clay Base Concentrates. Hand Sanitizing Liquid Soap.	All Aloe Concentrate Body Lotions & Liquid Body Soaps. All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion. Clay Cleansing Cream & all Gentle Cleansing Foams. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant & all Purifying Masks. Massage Cream Meditating.
Orange, Sweet Essential Oil Citrus aurantium dulcis	Properties include antidepressant, antiseptic, deodorant, stimulant, and tonic. Reputed to strengthen epidermis, increases circulation, cell hydration, support cell regeneration & collagen formation, and is a good skin tonic. Beneficial for older more mature skin as well as acne and for soothing dry irritated skin. Its scent is uplifting, energizing & promotes a sense of peace, calm and happiness, and to dispel the sense of depression. It also helps encourage restful sleep.	All Body Lotions, except After Bite & Repellent. Essential Oil Blend, Ambiance Spray & Pillow Spray: Fragrant Forest, Orange Mountain & Caresse.	Clay Cleansing Cream. Detoxifying Cleansing Bars, Gentle Cleansing Foams & Purifying Masks: Normal or Combination Skin, & Dry Skin. Light Antioxidant Day Cream & Rich Antioxidant Night Cream. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant. Massage Cream Meditating. Liquid Body Soap Caresse & all Aloe Concentrate Body Lotions.
Oregano Leaf Extract Origanum vulgare	It is reputed to have one of the best antiviral, antiseptic, antibacterial and antifungal properties. Oregano extract is an ingredient in our botanical preservative.	All Shampoos & Conditioners. All Body Lotions. All Liquid Shower Soaps. Gourmand Spa: Rejuvenating Body Scrub Base, Renewing Facial Scrub Base, all Clay Base Concentrates. Hand Sanitizing Liquid Soap.	All Aloe Concentrate Body Lotions & Liquid Body Soaps. All Anitoxidant Creams & Lotion. Clay Cleansing Cream & all Gentle Cleansing Foams. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant & all Purifying Masks. Massage Cream Meditating.

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Ingredient	Description	Found in AZIAL	Found in rendez-vous
Palm Oil Elaeis guineensis	It is considered to be a natural source of anti-oxidant and is a good oil to use for soaps as it provides a rich lather.	Soap: Carrot Honey, Citrus Splash, Papaya Lime, Cassia Alata, Plantago, Rice Bran & Breathe Easy.	None.
Palmarosa Essential Oil Cymbopogon martini	Properties include antiseptic, bactericidal, hydrating, and tonic. It helps regulate production of skin sebum, stimulate cell rejuvenation and has a hydrating effect on the skin, and keeps the skin supple & elastic. Beneficial for reducing the visible signs of wrinkles. Good for mature skin, acne-prone skin and dry skin. It is effective in relieving stiff and sore muscles, while calming the mind and uplifting and invigorating the spirits and clearing muddled thinking. Its action against viral illnesses and bacteria - coupled with the attractive smell - make it a great oil to use to disinfect a room.	Gourmand Spa: Renewing Facial Scrub Base, all Clay Base Concentrates & Rejuvenating Body Scrub Base. Essential Oil Blend, Ambiance Spray & Pillow Spray: Caresse	Light Antioxidant Day Cream & Rich Antioxidant Night Cream. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant. Essential Balm Slimming.
Pandan Leaf Extract Pandanus amaryllifolius	Popular for its sweet and earthy aroma. The juice extracted from the fresh leaves provides a natural green food coloring as well.	Soap: Margherita.	None.
Papaya Fruit Carica papaya	This fruit contains the enzyme papain, which has wonderful exfoliating properties - removing dead skin, and specifically damaged skin. The juice helps reduce and attenuate freckles or brown spots due to exposure to sunlight, smoothing the skin and creating a healthier looking skin.	Soap: Papaya Lime. Gourmand Spa: Papaya Marmelade.	None.
Patchouli Essential Oil Pogostemon cablin	Properties include antidepressant, antiphlogistic, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, astringent, deodorant, diuretic, fungicide, insecticide, sedative and tonic. It helps promote cell rejuvenation and can stimulate the formation of new skin cells. It is beneficial for mature skin and overly dehydrated skin, for healing wounds and minimizing scars. It also helps relieve fluid retention & feelings of bloatedness, tones skin, and useful for minimizing cellulite. It has a grounding and balancing effect on the emotions and helps dispel lethargy, while relieving the sense of depression and anxiety. It is also said to create an amorous atmosphere.	Soap: Mugwort Patchouli. Liquid Shower Soap: Feeling Shampoo & Conditioner: Feeling Moisturizing Body Oil: Feeling, Meditating & Relaxing. Bath Salt: Calming & Feeling.	Massage Balm Relaxant & Massage Cream Meditating. Essential Balm Stretch Marks.
Pepper, Black & Green Essential Oil Piper nigrum	Properties include analgesic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitoxic, aphrodisiac, diuretic, and tonic. It is a warming oil and can be used to great effect to help circulation. It has traditionally been used to relieve muscular aches and pains of all description, especially rheumatism and arthritis. It also invigorates & stimulates the mind, and strengthens the nerves.	Soap: Indochine. Moisturizing Body Oil: Invigorating	None.
Peppermint, Japanese Essential Oil / Leaf Mentha arvensis	Properties include antiseptic, anti-bacterial, and stimulating. Beneficial for congested skin, acne-prone skin, and can help reduce skin irritation. It effectively relieves body aches and pains and assists in circulation, and helps refresh hot, tired feet. In hair care, it helps purify and balance all hair and scalp, and is beneficial for dandruff. It is beneficial for mental fatigue and headaches, refreshing the spirit and stimulating mental agility and helps improve concentration. Useful in the treatment of circulation, muscles and joints complications and relieves arthritis, inflamed joints, muscular pains, rheumatism and sprains.	Soap: Mango Mint, Cassia Alata, Double Sesame, Breathe Easy & Choco Mint. Moisturizing Body Oil: Cooling. Conditioner :Cooling. Gourmand Spa: Mango Marmelade, Mango Salt & Sugar Body Scrub Supplement, Mango Salt/ & Sugar Facial Scrub Supplement. All Sanitizing Care products. Foot Massage Oil: Peppermint. All Herbal Pouches (Leaf). Scented Pouch Energizing (EO & Leaf) Essential Oil Blend, Ambiance Spray & Pillow Spray: Twilight & Orange Mountain.	Essential Balm Slimming.
Peru Balsam Essential Oil Myroxylon pereirae	It has a rich, sweet vanilla-like aroma and is said to have antiseptic properties.	All Sanitizing Care products.	None.
Phyllanthus Plant Phyllanthus ninuri	Properties include pain-relieving, diuretic, astringent, hypotensive, antispasmodic, antiviral and antibacterial. It has a long history in traditional herbal remedies from the Amazon to China and India and is beneficial for relieving pain and helps reduce inflammation.	All Herbal Pouches.	None.
Pinaceae Powder Pinaceae sp. Powder	It belongs to the conifer family and is one of the natural powders used in incense cones.	All Incense Cones.	None.
Pine Essential Oil Pinus pinaster	Properties include antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, refreshing, deodorizing. It is warming and helps ease muscular and joint aches and pains, and it can stimulate circulation. Its scent is useful to relieve mental and physical fatigue, while having a cleansing and clearing effect on a room.	Soap: Double Sesame. Moisturizing Body Oil: Soothing. Essential Oil Blend, Ambiance Spray & Pillow Spray: Orange Mountain.	None.
Plantago Leaf Plantago major	Properties include astringent, anti-toxic, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory. It has been used traditionally as a topical remedy for skin inflammation and wounds and helps safeguard the skin against environmental stresses.	Soap: Plantago.	None.
Polyglucose Decyl Glucoside	Derived from glucose from corn starch and a fatty alcohol found in coconuts, Decyl Glucoside, is a mild non-ionic surfactant. It is a gentle natural cleanser, and is biodegradable.	All Liquid Shower Soaps. All Shampoos. Hand Sanitizing Liquid Soap.	All Aloe Toners. All Liquid Body Soaps.
Pomelo Essential Oil Citrus grandis	Properties include antidepressant, antiseptic, diuretic, disinfectant, and tonic. It helps purify congested, oily & acne prone skin, and is useful in treating cellulite & water retention. Uplifts the mind & depression, induces euphoria. Dispels bitterness & resentment. Helps to eliminate emotional confusion, increases a sense of humor & well-being. Combats fluid retention & sluggish symptoms. Valuable for arthritis, gout, rheumatism. Assists with cellulite, colds & flues, lack of energy, jet lag, overweight, headaches, mental & physical tiredness. It has an uplifting effect on the mood and helps relieve the sense of stress and depression. It is used with great success to combat muscle fatigue and stiffness. It also helps stimulate hair growth and makes hair shiny.	Soap: Citrus Splash. Liquid Shower Soap: Awakening. Moisturizing Body Oil: Awakening. Body Lotion: Awakening. Shampoo & Conditioner: Awakening. Foot Massage Oil: Pomelo. All Herbal Pouches.	Detoxifying Cleansing Bar: Oily Skin. Gentle Cleansing Foam: Oily Skin.
Pomouwood Essential Oil Bulnesia Sarmientoi	Also known as oil of guaiac, it comes from the palo santo tree. It has a soft rose like scent, similar to the scent of tea roses or violets.	Essential Oil Blend, Ambiance Spray & Pillow Spray: Fragrant Forest & Twilight	None.
Potassium Hydroxide	Potassium Hydroxide is also known as potash lye or caustic potash. Potassium Hydroxide has the ability to attract water molecules from the surrounding environment and eventually dissolves in the water it absorbs. Used in the saponification process in natural soap making.	All Liquid Shower Soaps. Hand Sanitizing Liquid Soap.	All Liquid Body Soaps.

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Ingredient	Description	Found in AZIAL	Found in rendez-vous
Raspberry Powder Rubus idaeus	Extremely rich in antioxidants & very rich in AHA, Vitamin C & minerals. It helps shield skin from harmful environmental elements such as sun and pollution, and helps control melanin production to promote bright, radiant skin tone. Also helps wrinkles appear smoother, & reduce visible signs of aging.	Gourmand Spa: Raspberry Marmelade for Face, Raspberry Marmelade for Body. Botanical Powder: Raspberry	None.
Red Montmorillonite Clay Montmorillonite	It cleanses, detoxifies and exfoliates the skin, leaving skin refreshed, toned and rejuvenated.	Soap: Choco Mint.	None.
Rice Bran Oil Oryza sativa	Very rich in fatty acids and unsaponifiables and is one of the best sources of tocotrienols, an antioxidant that may be much more powerful and effective than Vitamin E. It is easily absorbed by the skin & extremely gentle with softening & moisturizing properties, and is perfect for dry, flaky, sensitive, mature and delicate sensitive skin (e.g. baby), where additional moisturization is required and is effective for keeping skin smooth. Rice bran oil also contains a compound called gamma-oryzanol believed to hinder UV rays absorption at the skin’s surface.	All natural soaps except Floral, Gourmet & Indochine Soaps. All Liquid Shower Soaps, Moisturizing Body Oils & Body Lotions (except After Bite Repellent). Hand Sanitizing Liquid Soap. Gourmand Spa: Rice Bran Marmelade, Renewing Facial Scrub Base & Rejuvenating Body Scrub Base.	All Detoxifying Cleansing Bars & Gentle Cleansing Foams. Light Antioxidant Day Cream. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant. Massage Balm Relaxant & Massage Cream Meditating. All Liquid Body Soaps & Aloe Concentrate Body Lotions.
Rose, Bulgarian Essential Oil Rosa damascena	Properties include uplifting, aphrodisiac, astringent and regenerative. Also known as Rose Damask. It is excellent for moisturizing and hydrating the skin, while having a general stimulant and antiseptic action, making it good for all skin types, but especially so for dry, mature and irritated skin. It helps reduce skin redness & inflammations, and also acts as a general skin tonic.	Gourmand Spa: Renewing Facial Scrub Base.	Aloe-Rose Toner. Light Antioxidant Day Cream & Rich Antioxidant Night Cream. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant.
Rose Petal Rosa floribunda bybrid	It is an astringent, toning and aromatic, and helps to control bacterial infections and promotes healing.	Herbal Pouch for Face.	None.
Rosehip Extract / Rosehip Oil Rosa canina	Rosehip is the fruit of the rose plant and is high in vitamin C as well as 32 other minerals and vitamins such as beta carotene, bioflavinoids, calcium, citrates, citric acid, iron malates, malic acid, niacin, phosphorus and vitamins A, B1, B2, E, K. Being rich in Vitamin C it contains natural antioxidant properties and help improve the elasticity of the skin. It also has anti-inflammatory properties and can be used in tinctures and balms to relieve muscular aches and pain.	None.	All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant.
Rosemary Essential Oil Rosmarinus officinalis	Properties include antioxidant, analgesic, antidepressant, astringent, cephalic, diuretic, hypertensive, stimulant, sudorific and tonic. It normalizes excessive oil secretions and helps acne-prone skin. It improves blood circulation and is useful with reducing water retention during menstruation, and also with obesity and cellulite. It has a pronounced positive effect on the health of the hair and scalp. It increases the circulation to the scalp and is therefore also effective for encouraging hair growth. It is beneficial for mental fatigue and nervous exhaustion and helps relieve pain associated with rheumatism, arthritis, and sore stiff muscles.	Moisturizing Body Oil: Energizing. Shampoo & Conditioner: Balancing. All Sanitizing Care products.	Essential Balms: Young Skin & Slimming.
Rosemary Leaf Extract Rosmarinus officinalis	Rosemary extract has been shown to improve the shelf life and heat stability of omega-3 rich oils, which are prone to going rancid. A potent natural antioxidant, Rosemary extract is one of the ingredients in our botanical preservative.	All Shampoos & Conditioners. All Body Lotions. All Liquid Shower Soaps. Gourmand Spa: Rejuvenating Body Scrub Base, Renewing Facial Scrub Base, all Clay Base Concentrates. Hand Sanitizing Liquid Soap.	All Aloe Concentrate Body Lotions & Liquid Body Soaps. All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion. Clay Cleansing Cream & all Gentle Cleansing Foams. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant & all Purifying Masks. Massage Cream Meditating.
Rosewood Essential Oil Aniba rosaeodora	Properties include antiseptic, aphrodisiac, bactericidal, cephalic, deodorant, insecticide and stimulant. It is great for skin rejuvenation. It has excellent cell stimulant and tissue regeneration properties, and is excellent for mature skin, but it is also beneficial for dull, dry & oily skin, and is suitable for sensitive and inflamed skin.	Body Lotion: All Day SPF 15. Gourmand Spa: Clay Base Concentrate for Normal Skin & for Oily Skin. Essential Oil Blend, Ambiance Spray & Pillow Spray: Caresse.	Clay Cleansing Cream. Detoxifying Cleansing Bars, Gentle Cleansing Foams & Purifying Masks: Normal or Combination Skin, & Oily Skin. Essential Balm: Young Skin, Mature Skin, Sensitive Skin, Problem Skin & Slimming. Liquid Body Soap Caresse & Aloe Concentrate Body Lotion All Day SPF 15.

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Ingredient	Description	Found in AZIAL	Found in rendez-vous
Sandalwood Essential Oil Santalum album / Fusanus spicatus	Properties include antiphlogistic, antiseptic, astringent, emollient, sedative and tonic. Aids any skin type or condition, mild enough for sensitive skin. It helps to moisturize and hydrate ageing, dry or flaky skin, relieves itching and inflammation and helps balance oily and skin conditions. It is wonderfully relaxing and creates a calming and harmonizing effect, while reducing the sense of tension and confusion. It also beneficial for insomnia, and known for its aphrodisiac effect.	Liquid Shower Soap: Feeling. Shampoo & Conditioner: Feeling. Moisturizing Body Oil: Energizing, Feeling & Invigorating. Gourmand Spa: Clay Base Concentrate for Dry Skin, Sandalwood Marmelade. Bath Salt: Feeling.	Liquid Body Soap Réveil.
Sea Salt Sea Salt	Mineral-rich salt naturally obtained from sea water. It antibacterial, soothing, healing. Used in bath soaks and body scrubs for its softening effect on the skin.	All Bath Salts. Gourmand Spa: All Salt Body Scrub Supplements & all Salt Facial Scrub Supplements.	None.
Sesame Seed, White & Black Sesamum indicum	A popular exfoliant in oriental body care, it provides mild exfoliation for all skin types and gentle enough for everyday use.	Soap: Double Sesame	None.
Shea Butter Butyrospermum parkii	Anti-inflammatory & soothing properties. It is a deep penetrating and long acting moisturizer & emollient. It helps restore the skin's moisture balance, improve the elasticity of the skin, and prevent visible signs of aging and wrinkles. It also provides ultimum skin care protection (also partly against UV radiation), and helps heal minor wounds & irritated skin.	All Body Lotions except All Day SPF15 & After Bite Repellent. Gourmand Spa: Rejuvenating Body Scrub Base.	Detoxifying Cleansing Bars & Gentle Cleansing Foams: Normal or Combination Skin, & Dry Skin. Rich Antioxidant Night Cream. All Purifying Masks. Essential Balms: Eyes & Stretch Marks. Aloe Concentrate Body Lotion After Sun Regenerating.
Sodium Borate	Astringent and antiseptic properties. This natural mineral compound is an emulsifier, and also helps neutralize the pH level. It prevents or retards bacterial growth, and thus protect products from spoilage.	All Liquid Shower Soaps. Hand Sanitizing Liquid Soap.	All Liquid Body Soaps.
Sodium Hydroxide	Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye and caustic soda. It has the ability to attract water molecules from the surrounding environment and eventually dissolves in the water it absorbs. It is used in the saponification process in natural soap making.	All Soaps.	None.
Sophora Flower Sophora japonica	Properties include antibacterial, ant-inflammatory, antispasmodic and tonic. It is used in traditional Chinese medicine, to alleviate heat and toxins, and is said to disperse swellings.	All Herbal Pouches.	None.
Sorbitol	Natural polyhydric alcohol derived from a sugar solution (dextrose) from wheat. A humectant, and lubricant with effective moisturizing properties (avoids moisture loss), good smoothing & conditioning effects on hair.	All Conditioners.	All Aloe Toners.
Sorbitan Olivate	Produced from olive oil fatty acids and sorbitol. It is an emulsifier, used to stabilize skin care ingredients.	All Body Lotions & Conditioners. Gourmand Spa: Renewing Facial Scrub Base, all Clay Base Concentrates & Rejuvenating Body Scrub Base.	All Aloe Concentrate Body Lotions. All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion. Clay Cleansing Cream & all Gentle Cleansing Foams. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant & all Purifying Masks. Massage Cream Meditating.
Soybean Oil Glycine soja	Properties include revitalizing, regenerating and emollient. High in linoleic and oleic essential fatty acids, and Vitamin E. It helps with cell renewal, and improving the appearance and health of the skin. It is easily absorbed and leaves a smooth sensation to the skin.	Body Lotion: After Bite Repellent. All Foot Massage Oils.	None.
Soybean Protein Glycine soja	It is highly effective in inhibiting elastase released to the skin surface after skin irritation caused by UV-exposure or environmental stress as well as under dry skin conditions. It also acts as an extremely efficient moisturizer. It helps fade age marks, the discoloration spots that show up on aging skin, and has a beneficial effect on lines and wrinkles. Soy's vitamin E stimulates skin cell replacement while its lecithin helps replace skin's elasticity and restore a firm, glowing appearance.	None.	All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion.
Star Anise Essential Oil Illicium verum	Antiseptic, anti-parasitic, astringent, stimulant properties. It promotes vitality, and helps to calm the nerves to dispel anxiety and tension.	Soap: Indochine. Candle: Star Anise.	None.
Sugar, Brown / White Sucrose	Sugar contains glycolic acid, an alpha-hydroxy acid that is a natural exfoliant. The glycolic acid not only helps condition and moisturize skin, but protect it from toxins. Sugar is also a humectants, drawing moisture to the skin during exfoliation. Brown sugar is gentler than white sugar, making it ideal for super-sensitive skin. Brown sugar is specially used for body.	Gourmand Spa: All Sugar Body Scrub Supplements & all Sugar Facial Scrub Supplements.	None.
Sunflower Oil Helianthus annuus	Rich in oleic acids with high amounts of Vitamins A, D, and E, also has beneficial amounts of lecithin, and unsaturated fatty acids. It is deeply nourishing & conditioning for the skin and very beneficial for dry, weathered, aged, & damaged skin. A good emollient and provides a protective barrier for skin.	All Moisturizing Body Oils.	Light Antioxidant Day Cream, Rich Antioxidant Night Cream & Renewing AHA Antioxidant Night Cream. Massage Balm Relaxant & Massage Cream Meditating. Essential Balms: Eyes & Stretch Marks.
Sweet Almond Oil Prunus amygdalus var. dulcis	It is an excellent emollient and also helps the skin to balance its loss and absorption of moisture. It is further a great moisturizer suitable for all skin types, helps relieve irritation, inflammation and itching. Not only does almond oil help protect the surface of the skin, but has great value to act as an emollient, skin soother and softener while conditioning the skin and promoting a clear young looking complexion.	None.	All Detoxifying Cleansing Bars & Gentle Cleansing Foams. Massage Balm Relaxant & Massage Cream Meditating. Essential Balms: Eye & Stretch Marks

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Ingredient	Description	Found in AZIAL	Found in rendez-vous
Tamanu Nut Oil Calophyllum inophyllum	Tamanu oil is a remarkable topical healing agent, with general skin healing actions, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. Promotes new tissue formation, accelerating healing and healthy skin growth. It is a very nourishing oil used for healing all kinds of skin. It helps with scarring, stretch marks and acne and absorbs quickly into the skin.	None.	Essential Balms: Young Skin, Mature Skin, Problem Skin & Stretch Marks.
Tea Tree Essential Oil Melaleuca alternifolia	Properties include antimicrobial, antiseptic, bactericide, fungicide, insecticide and stimulant. This must be the greatest oil to fight viruses, bacteria and fungi, and is one of the ingredients in our sanitizing blend. It is beneficial for oily and acne-prone skin. It also helps to soothe sore muscles and generally fortifies the body, and helps revitalizes & stimulate the mind.	All Sanitizing Care products. Moisturizing Body Oil: Energizing.	Light Antioxidant Lotion & Renewing AHA Antioxidant Night Cream.
Thyme Leaf Extract Thymus vulgaris	Antimicrobial, astringent, antiseptic, antifungal, bactericidal, cicatrisant, insecticide, stimulant, and tonic properties. It is cleansing, purifying, stabilizing, energizing and strengthening and is one of the ingredients in our botanical preservative. It is often used to invigorate and stimulate hair growth. It is used as a tonic for hair and to help maintain healthy scalp, and is known to benefit hair-loss and dandruff.	All Shampoos & Conditioners. All Body Lotions. All Liquid Shower Soaps. Gourmand Spa: Rejuvenating Body Scrub Base, Renewing Facial Scrub Base, all Clay Base Concentrates. Hand Sanitizing Liquid Soap.	All Aloe Concentrate Body Lotions & Liquid Body Soaps. All Anitoxidant Creams & Lotion. Clay Cleansing Cream & all Gentle Cleansing Foams. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant & all Purifying Masks. Massage Cream Meditating.
Titanium Dioxide	Naturally derived from a mineral, it reflects light and is used as a sunscreen for broad spectrum UV protection.	Body Lotion: All Day SPF15.	Aloe Concentrate Body Lotion All Day SPF15
Tomato Fruit Solanum lycopersicum	Antioxidant properties. It is purifying to the skin, and also helps balance the pH of the skin and stabilize the acid mantle.	Soap: Margherita.	None.
Turmeric Curcuma longa	Properties include antioxidant, astringent, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic. It is known to speed the healing of wounds, and minimize scarring. In traditional Asian remedies it is used to invigorate the Qi (life force), normalize energy flow, lifting both depression and mania, and as a general tonic. It is also used as a natural yellow dye.	Gourmand Spa: Green Tea Marmelade, Guava Marmelade & Mango Marmelade. All Herbal Pouches.	None.
Vetiver Root Essential Oil Vetiveria zizanoides	It has antiseptic properties and has a nourishing and moisturizing effect and is useful for dry, irritated or dehydrated skin. It is also helpful in reducing wrinkles and stretch marks and to improve the tone of slack skin, as well as helping wounds to heal.	None.	Essential Balms: Young Skin & Mature Skin.
Vitamin A Retinol	Retinol is an antioxidant ingredient and is known as a rejuvenating agent as it is able to normalize keratinization (horny layers) by regulating skin cell. It accelerates cell renewal and stimulates the fibroblast and collagen in the skin, thereby reducing wrinkles and fine lines. It helps skin retain moisture thereby preventing dryness and helps promote a softer smoother skin.	None.	All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion. Essential Balms: Eyes & Stretch Marks.
Vitamin C Ascorbic acid	It is a good antioxidant that helps to fight free-radical damage caused by cell metabolism and environmental stress. It works to protect against UVB rays and can help combat sun damage, wrinkles and photodamage. It is a popular anti-aging ingredient as it assists synthesis of collagen and elastin, that is necessary to promote younger looking skin.	None.	All Aloe Toners. All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion.
Vitamin B5 Panthenol	Panthenol is a humectant, emollient and moisturizer. It can attract water into the upper layer of the skin and is an effective moisturizer and softener. It enhances the regeneration of the skin and can work as a skin tightening agent to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It is a well-known hair care ingredient as it readily binds to the hair shaft. It coats the hair and lubricates the hair shaft, making strands appear thicker and shinier. It also helps to reduce reduces split ends.	All Shampoos & Conditioners. Hair Protective Oil.	All Aloe Toners.
Vitamin E Tocopherol	Properties include soothing, regenerating, antioxidant. Valued in natural skin care products for its reputation to heal, rejuvenate, soften, soothe and protect the skin. It is an excellent moisturizer and promote flexibility and suppleness of skin. Known to help reduce the signs of aging to promote youthful looking skin. Its antioxidant properties is also used to delay the onset of rancidity in fats and oils, and extend shelf life of cosmetics.	All Shampoos, Conditioners & Moisturizing Body Oils. Body Lotion: After Bite Repellent. Hair Protective Oil. Gourmand Spa: Renewing Facial Scrub Base, all Clay Base Concentrates & Rejuvenating Body Scrub Base.	Clay Cleansing Cream & all Gentle Cleansing Foams. All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant & all Purifying Masks. Massage Balm Relaxant & Massage Cream Meditating. All Essential Balms. All Aloe Concentrate Body Lotions.

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Ingredient	Description	Found in AZIAL	Found in rendez-vous
Water Aqua	Water forms part of the liquid phase of products. It offers no topical benefits to the skin. It is used only to dilute sodium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide for the saponification process in our soaps.	All Pillow Sprays Water is not used in any AZIAL hair, skin, body or spa products.	*Water is not used as an ingredient in any rendez-vous* products.**
Walnut Shell Juglans regia	Crushed walnut shell is a gentle, natural and effective exfoliant.	Gourmand Spa: Walnut Shell Marmelade.	None.
Walnut Germ Oil Triticum vulgare	Helps promote the formation of new cells, improve circulation, and to help repair sun damage to the skin. It is also used to help relieve the symptoms of dermatitis. It has a high vitamin E content as well as essential fatty acids and is is used as part of a base oil as it helps to promote a smoother, younger looking skin, assisting in healing scar tissue as well as stretch marks.	None.	Essential Balms: Eyes & Stretch Marks.
Wheat Protein Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein	This is a moisturizing and conditioning protein derived from whole wheat. It increases the hair's ability to retain moisture, and easily penetrates the hair shaft. It imparts shine and gloss to damaged and dull hair. Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein attracts and retains moisture, builds body, reduces porosity, improves hair manageability, improves luster and smoothness.	All Shampoos & Conditioners.	None.
White Kaolin Clay Salix alba	This is a finely textured, light colored clay with excellent absorbent qualities. These qualities are used to draw out impurities and toxins and thereby clear the skin of excess oil, dirt, pollutions and other waste materials. It also helps tighten and tone skin.	Gourmand Spa: All Clay Base Concentrates.	Clay Cleansing Cream. Detoxifying Cleansing Bar Oily Skin. All Purifying Masks.
Willow Bark Extract Kaolin	It is a bitter, astringent herb with cooling properties, which relieves pain, lowers fever and reduces inflammation. Willow bark extract has shown excellent results when dealing with acne and problem skin.	None.	Light Antioxidant Day Cream & Light Antioxidant Lotion. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant.
Wintergreen Essential Oil Gaultheria procumbens	Properties include stimulant, analgesic, astringent. It has a strong heat/cooling action and is intensely aromatic. Its pain-relieving action make it very beneficial for aches and pains, arthritis, and rheumatism. It is also believed to increase the speed of healing for skin disorders, and when added to lotions, acts as a natural moisturizer.	Moisturizing Body Oil: Soothing.	None.
Witch Hazel Extract Hamamelis virginiana	This is a superb astringent herb, with slight aromatic properties and is used reduce inflammation. It is particularly beneficial for oily and problem skin through its more gentle properties.	None.	Light Antioxidant Day Cream & Light Antioxidant Lotion.
Xanthan Gum	A natural sugar polymer found on the foliage of leafy green plants. Used as a thickener and emulsifier in natural skin care products.	All Body Lotions, Shampoos & Conditioners. Gourmand Spa: Renewing Facial Scrub Base, all Clay Base Concentrates & Rejuvenating Body Scrub Base.	Clay Cleansing Cream. All Antioxidant Creams & Lotion. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant & all Purifying Masks. Massage Cream Meditating. All Aloe Concentrate Body Lotions.
Ylang Ylang III Essential Oil Cananga odorata	Properties include antidepressant, antiseborrhoeic, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, hypotensive, nervine and sedative. Its soothing effect and its balancing action helps correct sebum production making it beneficial for both oily & dry skin, and has a stimulating effect on the scalp which promotes more luxurious hair growth. It has a relaxing effect, and helps release anxiety & tension, anger & fear, and relieve exhaustion. It is uplifting, creating a sense of euphoria and can ease the sense of depression. It is traditionally used as an aphrodisiac.	Soap: Coconut Ylang Ylang. Liquid Shower Soap: Calming. Moisturizing Body Oils: Calming, Feeling & Meditating. Body Lotion: All Day SPF 15, Calming & Feeling. Shampoo & Conditioner: Calming & Feeling. Bath Salt: Feeling. Gourmand Spa: Clay Base Concentrate for Normal Skin. Incense Cone & Candle: Ylang Ylang. Scented Pouch. Essential Oil Blend, Ambiance Spray & Pillow Spray: Fragrant Forest & Caresse.	Detoxifying Cleansing Bar & Gentle Cleansing Foam: Normal or Combination Skin Purifying Mask Normal or Combination Skin Massage Cream Meditating. Essential Balms: Slimming & Stretch Marks.
Yucca Root Extract Yucca schidigera	Yucca root has a long history of medicinal use among the Native Americans. It is packed with nutrients, including fiber, vitamins A, B, and C. Yucca root also contains saponins, chemical compounds that form soapy lathers when mixed with water and offer many health benefits. It is beneficial for treating skin conditions, healing wounds, and promoting shiny and healthy hair.	None.	Light Antioxidant Day Cream & Light Antioxidant Lotion. Jojoba Pearls Exfoliant.
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