Ingredient Glossary

what goes into our products

All Natural Ingredients. Always.

At Herb'neden, we are committed to using only therapeutic grade essential oils for their natural health benefits and wonderful scents. We believe in the power of plant-based ingredients and therapeutic grade essential oils to soothe, hydrate and nourish for overall healthy skin.

herb'neden is committed to hand crafting natural cruelty-free skincare products using essential oils

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Activated Charcoal

Activated Charcoal is a detoxifying agent, purifying and refreshing the skin. Activated charcoal goes deep into your pores to lift away dirt, excess oil, and other skin irritants.

Learn how Activated Charcoal in soap and face wash from herb'neden acts like a magnet for oil, dirt, and other toxins in your skin. Find Out How


Skin Type

  • Oily, acne, combination skin

Pairs Well With

  • We pair our Charcoal with Peppermint essential oil for an intense, deep cleanse that refreshes your senses and your whole body.

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Calendula

Calendula oil comes from marigold flowers. It's often used as a complementary or alternative treatment. Calendula oil has antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties that make it ideal for healing wounds, soothing eczema, and relieving diaper rash.

Known to be a historical wound healing herb, Calendula is also a gentle and powerful cleanser, leaving your skin feeling soothed and rejuvenated from products like body oils, soaps, and salves from herb'neden. Hear More


Skin Type

  • Sensitive, problem, irritated skin

Pairs Well With

  • We pair Calendula with Chamomile for a naturally anti-septic recipe that nourishes and soothes sensitive skin.

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Cedarwood

Cedarwood oil has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antifungal properties that can alleviate skin irritations and conditions. Packed with antioxidants, the oil can help improve the appearance of dull skin and balances the skin's production of excess oil, preventing breakouts and diminishing blemishes.

Herb’neden utilizes Cedarwood in several of our products like body oils and bar soaps, giving you a warm and woodsy scent experience, as well as a mentally stimulating cleanse. Learn More


Skin Type

  • All skin types

Pairs Well With

  • We pair Cedarwood with Sage Oil to create the perfect earthy blend, with smoky Cedarwood oil packed with antioxidants, and clarifying Sage.

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Chamomile

Chamomile has powerful skin properties like anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, antibacterial, antiseptic, and contains essential oils and antioxidants. It’s also hypoallergenic and helps to reduce skin irritants.

Chamomile is known to be a gentle and soothing herb, perfect for infants and those with sensitive skin. This makes chamomile perfect for herb’neden sensitive skin products, like face serums and body oils. Find Out More


Skin Type

  • Sensitive, problem, irritated skin

Pairs Well With

  • We pair Chamomile with another flower, Calendula. These ingredients create an unscented, naturally antiseptic recipe perfect for sensitive skin.

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Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is full of antioxidants and phytonutrients protecting the skin from environmental threats. Coconut oil is also an emollient, working to lock in the moisture of the skin while removing impurities. Coconut oil can reduce redness by calming the skin and providing immediate hydration.

Herb’neden utilizes Coconut Oil’s unique properties, like being rich in vitamins A & E, as well as being antibacterial and anti-fungal, in all of our soaps. Hear More


Skin Type

  • Sensitive, oily skin

Pairs Well With

  • We pair this Coconut Oil with Kaolin Clay for a replenishing, creamy finish in a simple bar.

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Coffee

Coffee is one of the best natural exfoliators, helping to remove unwanted smells from bacteria and cellulite. Caffeine is a powerful antioxidant to help fight free radicals which can cause fine lines and wrinkles.

More than just fuel for the mind, Coffee also harbors anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties, as well as being an incredible exfoliator. Herb’neden utilizes these unique qualities in our vanilla mint coffee bar soaps and body scrubs. Learn More


Skin Type

  • Normal, oily, combination skin

Pairs Well With

  • We pair our Coffee with Peppermint essential oil to create that cleansing tingle on the skin and awaken your senses. Who doesn't love a good "pick-me-up"?


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Geranium

Geranium Oil is known to effectively eliminate dead cells and to promote the regeneration of newer, healthier skin, thus benefitting acne-prone skin. It also works as an anti-inflammatory and anti-septic agent making it a beneficial ingredient in treating skin ailments such as excessive oil, acne, eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis.

Geranium is gentle on the skin, and gives a clean, rose-like scent that is pleasing and relaxing. Herb’neden uses Geranium in some of our body oils and facial serums, helping dull skin feel rejuvenated. Find Out How


Skin Type

  • All skin types

Pairs Well With

  • We pair Geranium with other florals like Lavender for a lovely garden scent that lasts and helps enliven the skin.


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Grapefruit

Grapefruit essential oil is known to improve and uplift your mood. A bright and crisp scent is sure to awake your senses, and give a fresh start to your day. Grapefruit oil is also rich in antioxidants and skin-enriching nutrients.

Grapefruit, along with other citrus, contains a high amount of vitamin C, which when used in skincare can be extremely energizing and refreshing. Herb’neden uses grapefruit oils in some of our body scrubs and bar soap, which can help start your day on a high note. Hear More


Skin Type

  • Normal, combination, oily skin

Pairs Well With

  • We pair Grapefruit essential oil, which is rich in antioxidants and works to improve your mood, with Peppermint oil, which is refreshing and provides a fresh cooling sensation.


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Lavender

Lavender has anti-depressing and relaxing properties. It is also known to even the skin complexion, reduce acne, and improve the appearance of eczema and psoriasis.

Known for being an overall relaxing herb, Lavender is great for soothing both the mind and body. Calm and relieve skin irritations and de-stress from the day with numerous products that contain lavender from herb’neden. Learn More


Skin Type

  • Sensitive, normal skin

Pairs Well With

  • We pair Lavender with Rosemary for a lovely garden scent and soothing properties to help sensitive skin.


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Lemongrass

Lemongrass is a natural astringent, antiseptic, and antibacterial agent. It detoxifies the skin and removes impurities, which makes it ideal for treating acne breakouts and everyday use.

Armed with both antiviral and antibacterial properties, Lemongrass can also help combat excessive perspiration. Herb’neden utilizes all of these great qualities found in lemongrass in our body scrubs and deodorants. Find Out More


Skin Type

  • Acne, eczema, dry and cracked skin

Pairs Well With

  • We pair Lemongrass with Patchouli Essential Oil to create a wonderful earthy scent with a clean, citrus feel.


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Oatmeal

Oats are a natural moisturizer and emollient which makes this soap perfect for treating dry and sensitive skin. Oats contain saponins, which is a plant extract that foams and removes dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.

Did you know Oatmeal isn’t just considered a healthy breakfast food, but it’s also an all-natural cleanser? Herb’neden uses oatmeal in a variety of our products designed to gently exfoliate the skin, as well as soothe various skin irritations. Hear More


Skin Type

  • Dry, sensitive, irritated, itchy skin

Pairs Well With

  • We pair Oats with Honey to add a sweetness to the scent and create products that are great for sensitive skin.


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Patchouli

Patchouli Essential Oil is great for alleviating acne conditions, eczema, and serves as a remedy to dry and cracked skin. Patchouli oil is a toner, tightening the pores and reducing the appearance of wrinkles while evening the skin tone.

Love it or hate it, Patchouli is an extremely popular herb found in numerous products from herb’neden. That classic earthy scent is often found paired with lemongrass or other herbs and oils that can help reduce scars and blemishes and acne. Find Out More


Skin Type

  • Acne, eczema, dry and cracked skin

Pairs Well With

  • We pair Patchouli Essential Oil with Lemongrass to create a wonderful earthy scent with a clean, citrus feel.


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Peppermint

Peppermint Essential Oil is a natural antiseptic, deeply cleansing the skin and effectively removing any unwanted bacteria.

Herb’neden’s soaps and salves with Peppermint don’t just wake up and refresh the skin, but they can also help fight oxidation of the skin. Peppermint naturally has anti-aging and anti-inflammatory properties, which makes it a fantastic cleanser for your whole body. Learn More


Skin Type

  • Oily, acne prone, combination skin

Pairs Well With

  • We pair our Peppermint with Activated Charcoal for an intense, deep cleanse that refreshes your senses and your whole body.


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Rosemary

Rosemary is known for its mentally stimulating properties increasing concentration, performance speed, and memory. Rosemary essential oil is a source of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. Many say rosemary essential oil can boost the immune system and improve blood circulation.

Rosemary is found to have stimulating, as well as rejuvenating properties when applied to the skin. Did you know it can also help lift mental fog? Find rosemary paired with lavender in several products from herb’neden. Hear More


Skin Type

  • Sensitive, normal skin

Pairs Well With

  • We pair Rosemary with Lavender for a lovely garden scent and soothing properties to help sensitive skin.


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Shea Butter

Shea Butter works as an emollient, leaving skin soft and hydrated. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that soothe the skin and is packed with antioxidants like vitamins A and E.

Boasting numerous beneficial properties like vitamins A & E, omega 9’s, and being a natural skin hydrator, it’s no wonder herb’neden uses Shea Butter in all of our bar soaps and body butters. Smooth out wrinkles and give your skin a spa-like treatment. Learn More


Skin Type

  • All skin types

Pairs Well With

  • We pair Shea Butter with numerous all natural ingredients, giving your skin a rich and luxurious experience.


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Sodium Hydroxide

In our soap making process, we use food grade sodium hydroxide, otherwise known as lye. During the 4-6 week curing process, the soap bars lose water weight, in which the sodium hydroxide is dissolved. Therefore lye is needed for the chemical process that soap goes through, but it's not present in the final product. Thankfully, sodium hydroxide is only a small component alongside the other natural ingredients used to make our soap.


Sodium hydroxide is a necessity in every soap, even handmade herb’neden soap. It’s important to understand the role that sodium hydroxide plays in maintaining healthy skin and why it’s a key ingredient in soap.


Sunflower Oil

Sunflower oil contains vitamin E, providing antioxidants that protect from sun damage and linoleic acid that helps retain moisture in the skin.

Sunflower Oil is a light, all-natural oil that herb’neden uses in our body washes, body oils, and face serums. A deeply nourishing and moisturizing oil, sunflower oil also contains high amounts of essential fatty acids, leading to healthy, rich skin. Find Out More


Skin Type

  • All skin types

Pairs Well With

  • We use Sunflower Oil as a base oil for all of our washes, oils, and serums, which all provide your skin with rich moisture.


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Tea Tree

Tea Tree oil is an antiseptic that helps with skin conditions and symptoms. With anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial components, the oil fights away bacteria. This makes it especially helpful to bacteria caused odor, dry skin, psoriasis, eczema, and acne.

It’s no wonder herb’neden uses Tea Tree oil in so many of our products - it is anti-fungal, antiviral, and antibacterial! Great for acne and other skin ailments, find Tea Tree in some of our bar soaps, face wash, serums, and toners. Hear More


Skin Type

  • Dry, oily, problematic skin

Pairs Well With

  • We pair our Tea Tree Oil with Turmeric Powder to create a naturally effective anti-inflammatory cleanser that nourishes and smoothes the skin.


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Turmeric

Turmeric powder is a well documented anti-inflammatory and helps diminish skin discoloration. Turmeric can help with hyperpigmentation, dark circles, and increase even tones and radiance of the skin.

Being a popular ingredient in all-natural skincare, Turmeric can be found in herb’neden’s most sought-after products: Tea Tree and Turmeric bar soap and face wash. Most known for its anti-inflammatory property, turmeric is great for combating hyperpigmentation or other dark spots on the skin. Learn More


Skin Type

  • Dry, oily, problematic skin

Pairs Well With

  • We pair our Turmeric with Tea Tree Essential Oil for a naturally effective anti-inflammatory cleanser that helps to smooth the skin.


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