Ingredients
At Robinson's Remedies, we believe in using natural ingredients wherever possible to bring you the best in lip and skincare.
Arnica: Nature's Remedy for Your Skin
Arnica is a flowering plant from the Asteraceae family, native to the mountainous regions of Europe and North America. The bright yellow flowers of Arnica montana are the parts most commonly used in medicinal and skincare products. Traditionally used in herbal medicine, arnica has become a popular natural remedy for its potent healing properties.
Why Arnica?
Arnica has been valued for centuries for its ability to alleviate pain and inflammation:
- Pain Relief: Arnica is widely known for its ability to relieve muscle pain, stiffness, and bruising. It’s often used by athletes and those recovering from physical strain to speed up the healing process.
- Anti-inflammatory: Arnica’s powerful anti-inflammatory properties help reduce swelling and inflammation, making it effective for treating sprains, strains, and joint pain.
- Healing: The plant promotes the healing of bruises and wounds by increasing circulation and reducing the appearance of discoloration.
- Soothing: Arnica provides a soothing effect on sore muscles and joints, offering natural relief from discomfort and tension.
Safe and Effective
Arnica is safe for topical use and is effective for all skin types. It’s commonly used in creams, gels, and ointments designed to provide natural pain relief. However, arnica should not be applied to broken skin or ingested, as it can cause irritation or toxicity. Always perform a patch test before using a new product to ensure your skin’s compatibility.
Experience the Benefits
We use Arnica in Lip Renew products because this remarkable plant's natural pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory benefits are significant. It will soothe sore embouchure muscles, reduce swelling, and heal any bruising, allowing you to play stronger for longer and recover faster!
Calendula: Nature's
Gentle Healer
Calendula is a vibrant flower known for its gentle yet powerful healing properties.
Calendula, commonly known as marigold, is a flowering plant from the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region but is now cultivated around the world. The bright orange and yellow flowers of Calendula officinalis are the parts most commonly used in skincare and medicinal products.
Why Calendula?
Calendula has been treasured for centuries for its numerous skin benefits:
- Healing: Calendula promotes wound healing and is often used to treat minor cuts, burns, and abrasions. Its anti-inflammatory properties help soothe the skin and reduce redness.
- Moisturizing: Rich in essential oils and antioxidants, calendula deeply moisturizes and nourishes the skin, making it ideal for dry and sensitive skin types.
- Anti-inflammatory: The plant’s anti-inflammatory properties make it effective in treating conditions like eczema, dermatitis, and diaper rash.
- Antimicrobial: Calendula has natural antimicrobial properties that help protect the skin from infections.
- Antioxidant: Packed with flavonoids and carotenoids, calendula helps protect the skin from environmental damage and supports overall skin health.
Safe and Effective
Calendula is gentle enough for daily use and suitable for all skin types, including sensitive and delicate skin. It is often used in products for babies and individuals with sensitive skin due to its mild nature. We recommend performing a patch test before widespread use to ensure compatibility with your skin.
Experience the Benefits
Discover the gentle healing power of calendula with our products and let nature care for your skin with its nurturing touch!
Coconut Oil: Nature’s Moisturizer for Your Skin
Coconut Oil, a versatile and highly beneficial oil, can be found in many of our products.
Coconut Oil is derived from the meat of mature coconuts harvested from the coconut palm (Cocos nucifera). These palms thrive in tropical regions worldwide, including Southeast Asia, the Pacific Islands, India, and the Caribbean. The oil is extracted by drying and pressing the coconut meat, producing a pure, nourishing oil rich in essential fatty acids.
Why Coconut Oil?
Coconut Oil is celebrated for its deep moisturizing and healing properties. Packed with medium-chain fatty acids, particularly lauric acid, it offers multiple benefits:
- Moisturization: Penetrates deeply into the skin to provide lasting hydration.
- Healing: Aids in the repair of damaged skin and promotes wound healing.
- Protection: A light protective barrier on the skin protects it from environmental stressors.
- Anti-inflammatory and Antimicrobial: Reduces inflammation and helps to prevent infections, making it ideal for soothing irritated skin and protecting against bacteria and fungi.
Safe and Effective
Coconut Oil is gentle enough for daily use and is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. Its natural composition is free from harmful chemicals and additives, making it a safe choice for you and your family.
Experience the Benefits
Our creams and lip balms deliver intense hydration, promote healing, and protect your skin, leaving it soft, smooth, and radiant. Discover the natural moisturizing power of Coconut Oil with our products and let your skin bask in its gentle care!
Lavender Oil: Nature’s Soother
Lavender oil is derived from the flowers of the Lavandula angustifolia plant, which is native to the Mediterranean region. With its delicate purple blossoms and soothing fragrance, lavender has been used for centuries in both medicinal and cosmetic applications. The essential oil is extracted through steam distillation, capturing the essence of the plant’s therapeutic properties.
Why Lavender Oil?
Lavender Oil is treasured for its wide range of benefits, particularly in skincare and aromatherapy:
- Calming and Relaxing: Lavender Oil is renowned for its calming effects on the mind and body, making it a popular choice for stress relief and relaxation. It’s often used in aromatherapy to promote better sleep and reduce anxiety.
- Anti-inflammatory: Lavender Oil’s natural anti-inflammatory properties help soothe irritated skin, reduce redness, and calm conditions like acne, eczema, and psoriasis.
- Healing: The oil promotes healing of minor burns, cuts, and wounds by enhancing cell regeneration and reducing the risk of infection.
- Antimicrobial: Lavender Oil has antimicrobial qualities that help protect the skin from bacteria and fungi, making it effective in treating acne and other skin conditions.
- Aromatherapy Benefits: Beyond its topical uses, lavender oil’s soothing scent can enhance mood, reduce headaches, and promote overall well-being.
Safe and Effective
Lavender Oil is safe for topical use and is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. Its gentle nature makes it a versatile ingredient in skincare products, as well as in soothing balms and bath products. As with any essential oil, it’s important to dilute lavender oil before applying it directly to the skin and to perform a patch test to ensure compatibility.
Experience the Benefits
We use Lavender Oil in Skin Repair so that you can experience the calming, healing, and protective benefits of this versatile essential oil. Whether you’re looking to soothe irritated skin, relax your mind, or promote healing, Skin Repair with Lavender Oil is an excellent choice.
Oat Oil: The Gentle Skin Soother
Oat Oil is extracted from the seeds of the Avena sativa plant, commonly known as oats. Native to temperate regions around the world, oats have been used for centuries in both food and skincare for their nourishing and soothing properties. Oat Oil is rich in essential fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamins, making it a powerful ingredient in skincare.
Why Oat Oil?
Oat Oil is highly valued for its ability to nurture and protect the skin:
- Moisturizing: Oat Oil is deeply hydrating, helping to lock in moisture and keep the skin soft and supple. Its high lipid content makes it particularly effective for dry and sensitive skin.
- Soothing: Known for its soothing properties, Oat Oil helps calm irritation and redness, making it ideal for conditions like eczema, dermatitis, and rosacea.
- Antioxidant Protection: Rich in antioxidants, including vitamin E, Oat Oil helps protect the skin from environmental stressors and free radical damage, supporting overall skin health.
- Anti-inflammatory: Oat Oil’s natural anti-inflammatory properties reduce inflammation and soothe irritated skin, making it a gentle yet effective option for sensitive skin.
- Skin Barrier Support: Oat Oil strengthens the skin’s natural barrier, helping to protect it from external aggressors and maintain its health and resilience.
Safe and Effective
Oat Oil is gentle and safe for all skin types, including sensitive and mature skin. It is particularly beneficial for those with dry or irritated skin, as it provides deep hydration and soothing relief. Oat Oil is also non-comedogenic, meaning it won’t clog pores, making it a great option for acne-prone skin.
Experience the Benefits
We use Oat Oil in Lip Repair and Skin Repair so that you can experience its deeply moisturizing and soothing effects. Whether you're looking to hydrate dry skin, calm irritation, or protect your skin from environmental stressors, our oat oil-based products offer a natural, effective solution.
Discover the nourishing power of Oat Oil and enjoy softer, healthier skin with every use!
Peppermint Oil: The Refreshing Revitalizer
Peppermint Oil is derived from the leaves of the Mentha piperita plant, a hybrid of watermint and spearmint, native to Europe and North America. This invigorating essential oil has been used for centuries in traditional medicine and aromatherapy for its refreshing scent and therapeutic properties. The oil is extracted through steam distillation, capturing the potent, cooling essence of peppermint.
Why Peppermint Oil?
Peppermint Oil is highly regarded for its stimulating and refreshing qualities, offering a range of benefits for both skin and mind:
- Cooling and Refreshing: Peppermint Oil provides an immediate cooling sensation, which helps to soothe and invigorate tired, achy muscles and joints.
- Anti-inflammatory: The oil’s natural anti-inflammatory properties help reduce redness, swelling, and discomfort, making it beneficial for irritated or inflamed skin.
- Antimicrobial: Peppermint Oil has antimicrobial effects that help cleanse the skin and scalp, making it effective in treating acne, dandruff, and other skin conditions.
- Aromatherapy Benefits: The invigorating scent of Peppermint Oil is known to enhance focus, boost energy, and relieve headaches, providing mental clarity and a sense of refreshment.
Safe and Effective
Peppermint Oil is generally safe for topical use when properly diluted and is suitable for most skin types. Its cooling and refreshing properties make it a popular choice in products designed for muscle relief, skin care, and hair care. However, due to its potency, it’s important to avoid using Peppermint Oil on broken skin or around the eyes, and always perform a patch test to ensure your skin’s compatibility.
Experience the Benefits
We incorporate Peppermint Oil in both Lip Repair and Skin Repair so that you can experience the cooling, refreshing, and revitalizing effects of this powerful essential oil.
Red Raspberry Seed Oil: The Antioxidant Powerhouse
Red Raspberry Seed Oil is extracted from the seeds of the Rubus idaeus plant, native to Europe and northern Asia. Known for its high content of essential fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants, this luxurious oil is a powerful ingredient in skincare, providing nourishment and protection for the skin.
Why Red Raspberry Seed Oil?
Red Raspberry Seed Oil is prized for its impressive range of skin benefits:
- Natural Sun Protection: Red Raspberry Seed Oil offers a natural form of sun protection, with some studies suggesting it has an SPF equivalent of 28-50, making it a great addition to sunscreens and daily moisturizers.
- Rich in Antioxidants: Packed with antioxidants like vitamin E and polyphenols, Red Raspberry Seed Oil helps protect the skin from environmental damage and premature aging.
- Moisturizing: The oil’s high content of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids deeply hydrates the skin, locking in moisture and keeping it soft and supple.
- Anti-inflammatory: Red Raspberry Seed Oil’s anti-inflammatory properties help soothe irritated or inflamed skin, making it effective for conditions like eczema, rosacea, and psoriasis.
- Skin Barrier Support: This oil strengthens the skin’s natural barrier, enhancing its resilience against external stressors and helping to maintain healthy, balanced skin.
Safe and Effective
Red Raspberry Seed Oil is safe for all skin types, including sensitive and acne-prone skin. It’s non-comedogenic, meaning it won’t clog pores, and its gentle nature makes it suitable for daily use. Whether used on its own or as part of a formulation, it provides effective, natural protection and nourishment for the skin.
Experience the Benefits
Incorporate Red Raspberry Seed Oil-infused products into your skincare routine to experience its protective, moisturizing, and soothing effects. Whether you're seeking natural sun protection, deep hydration, or antioxidant-rich care, our Red Raspberry Seed Oil-based products offer a luxurious, effective solution.
Discover the nourishing and protective power of Red Raspberry Seed Oil and enjoy healthier, more radiant skin every day!
Rosehip Seed Oil: Nature’s Radiance for Your Skin
Rosehip Seed Oil is rich in nutrients that your skin will love!
Rosehip Seed Oil is extracted from the seeds of wild rose bushes, primarily the Rosa canina and Rosa rubiginosa species. These roses are native to the southern Andes region of Chile but are also found in Europe and South Africa. The seeds are cold-pressed to extract the oil, ensuring that its nutrient-rich properties are preserved.
Why Rosehip Seed Oil?
Rosehip Seed Oil is a true skincare gem, packed with essential nutrients that offer a wide range of benefits:
- Vitamins: Rich in vitamins A (retinol), C, and E, which help to brighten the skin, boost collagen production, and reduce the appearance of scars and fine lines.
- Fatty Acids: Contains essential fatty acids like omega-3 and omega-6, which deeply moisturize and repair the skin's barrier.
- Antioxidants: Powerful antioxidants protect the skin from environmental damage and help to fight signs of aging.
- Anti-inflammatory: Reduces redness and soothes irritated skin, making it ideal for those with sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Safe and Effective
Rosehip Seed Oil is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive and mature skin. Its gentle nature makes it perfect for daily use, and it can be applied directly to the skin or mixed with other skincare products. As always, we recommend performing a patch test to ensure compatibility with your skin.
Experience the Benefits
Discover the radiance of Rosehip Seed Oil with our products and let nature enhance your skin’s natural beauty!
Rosemary Oil: Nature’s Invigorator
Why Rosemary Oil?
Rosemary Oil is known for its stimulating and protective properties, offering a variety of benefits for both skin and hair:
- Stimulates Circulation: Rosemary Oil boosts blood flow, which can enhance skin radiance and promote hair growth.
- Antioxidant Protection: Rich in antioxidants, it helps shield the skin from environmental damage and free radicals.
- Antimicrobial: Rosemary Oil’s antimicrobial properties make it effective in reducing acne and balancing oily skin.
- Hair Strengthening: It strengthens hair follicles, reducing hair loss and promoting thicker, healthier hair.
Safe and Effective
Rosemary Oil is safe for most skin types, particularly oily and acne-prone skin. It’s also a natural solution for enhancing hair health.
Experience the Benefits
Rosemary Oil offers a natural and effective solution that leaves your skin and lips feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
St. John's Wort: Nature’s Herbal Remedy
St. John's Wort is native to Europe but has spread to many parts of the world, including North America, Asia, and Australia. It typically grows in meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides, thriving in sunny, well-drained areas.
St. John's Wort, scientifically known as Hypericum perforatum. This flowering plant with a long history of use in traditional medicine. Known for its bright yellow flowers and powerful healing properties, it has become a popular natural remedy for a many of health concerns.
Medical Uses and Benefits
St. John's Wort has been used for centuries for its therapeutic properties. Some of the key benefits include:
- Mental Health: One of the most well-known uses of St. John's Wort is for the treatment of mild to moderate depression and anxiety. It is believed to work by increasing levels of serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine in the brain.
- Wound Healing: The plant has been traditionally used to aid in the healing of wounds, burns, and bruises due to its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
- Anti-inflammatory: St. John's Wort can help reduce inflammation, making it useful for conditions like arthritis and muscle pain.
- Antiviral: Some studies suggest that St. John's Wort may have antiviral properties, which can help in managing viral infections.
Active Compounds
The therapeutic effects of St. John's Wort are attributed to several active compounds, including:
- Hypericin: A compound that is believed to contribute to the antidepressant effects of the plant.
- Hyperforin: Another compound that helps regulate neurotransmitters in the brain.
- Flavonoids and Tannins: These contribute to the plant’s anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Safety and Precautions
While St. John’s Wort is generally considered safe for many people, it can interact with a variety of medications, including antidepressants, birth control pills, blood thinners, and more. It’s important to consult with a healthcare provider before starting St. John’s Wort, especially if you are taking other medications.
Tea Tree Oil: Nature’s Purifying Essential
Tea Tree Oil is derived from the leaves of the Melaleuca alternifolia tree, which is native to Australia. This potent essential oil has been used for centuries by Indigenous Australians for its medicinal properties. Today, Tea Tree Oil is renowned worldwide for its powerful antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory benefits, making it a staple in natural skincare and health products.
Why Tea Tree Oil?
Tea Tree Oil is highly valued for its ability to treat a wide range of skin concerns:
- Antibacterial and Antifungal: Tea Tree Oil is incredibly effective at fighting bacteria and fungi, making it a popular choice for treating acne, athlete’s foot, and other skin infections.
- Anti-inflammatory: Its anti-inflammatory properties help reduce redness, swelling, and irritation, providing relief for inflamed and irritated skin.
- Soothing: It soothes insect bites, cuts, and minor burns, promoting faster healing and reducing the risk of infection.
Safe and Effective
Tea Tree Oil is safe for topical use when diluted properly and is suitable for most skin types, particularly oily and acne-prone skin. Due to its potency, it’s important to avoid using Tea Tree Oil undiluted on the skin, especially on sensitive areas, and to perform a patch test to ensure compatibility.
Experience the Benefits
Tea Tree Oil is a powerful natural ingredient that we use in Reed Renew and Lip Repair. While it can have a strong flavor, it plays an important role in the efficacy of our products.