OUR INGREDIENTS

Find out the properties of the amazing African Botanicals that Luyana Natural Skincare loves to add to its products.

Wooden bowl holding activated charcoal powder sitting on charcoal bricks

POWDER

ACTIVATED CHARCOAL

Suitable for: All skin types, including oily and acne-prone.

Benefits: Removes impurities, Deep cleanses pores, Controls excess oil production, Exfoliates the skin

Similar to: Zeolite powder

Source: Kenya (derived from coconut husks)

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African Black Soap in a solid mould on a wooden soap dish

Cleanser

AFRICAN BLACK SOAP

Content: Plaintain Skins, Cocoa Pod Ash, Palm Kernel Oil, Coconut Oil, Shea Butter

Suitable for: All skin types, start gently for sensitive skin

Rich in: Vitamins - A & E, Fatty acids - lauric acid

Benefits: Deeply cleanses and exfoliates the skin, Evens out skin tone, Reduces inflammation, Fades discoloration, Clears up acne

Similar to: Tea tree cleanser

Source: Uganda (Originated in West Africa)

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Stock photo of opened baobab fruit on the ground, showing the pulp within

Oil & powder

BAOBAB

Suitable for: All skin types, including dry, mature and sensitive

Rich in: Vitamins - B & C, Antioxidants, Fatty acids - omega-3, 6 & 9, Palmitic acid, Essential minerals

Benefits: Reduces the signs of aging, Lightens dark spots, Prevents water loss from the skin, Increases collagen production, Promotes a healthy skin barrier, Soothes and softens the skin

Similar to: Safflower oil, Hemp seed oil

Source: South Africa, Kenya (Native to mainland Africa, Madagascar and Australia)

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White bowl containing Bentonite Clay with a wooden bowl

POWDER

BENTONITE CLAY

Suitable for: All skin types, including combination and oily

Benefits: Absorbs excess oil and sebum, Extracts blackheads, Exfoliates dead skin

Similar to: Kaolin Clay powder

Source: Kenya (derived from volcanic ash)

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dropper hovering above bottle containing black seed oil, with nigella sativa seeds and flowers sitting on the surface around the bottle

OIL

BLACK CUMIN

Suitable for: All skin types

Rich in: Vitamins - A, C, E & certain B, Antioxidants - polyphenol & thymoquinone, Fatty acids - polyunsaturated

Benefits: Minimizes fine lines and wrinkles, Evens out skin tone, Fights acne and dark spots, Combats eczema, Improves hair thickness, Soothes scalp dryness

Similar to: Avocado oil, Extra-virgin Olive oil

Source: Egypt (Native to Northern Africa, Middle East, Southwest Asia)

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Chunks of Shea Butter on top of wooden slab

ASH & BUTTER

CACAO

Suitable for: Dry, Mature

Rich in: Vitamin D, Antioxidants - polyphenol, Fatty acids - saturated and unsaturated including oleic, palmitic, and stearic acids

Benefits: Reduces stretch marks and scars, Heals sensitive skin, Brightens dull skin, Deeply moisturizes the skin, Boosts skin elasticity

Similar to: Shea butter, Mango butter

Source: Uganda (Native to West Africa and Central and South America)

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Castor oil next to a wooden board holding castor seeds

OIL

CASTOR

Suitable for: All skin types

Rich in: Vitamin E, Fatty acids - ricinoleic acid, Omega 3 & 6

Benefits: Prevents wrinkles, Soothes sunburn, Fights acne, Reduces puffiness, Deeply moisturizes, Aids hair growth, Promotes overall skin and hair health

Similar to: Coconut oil, Olive oil

Source: Uganda (Native to Africa and India)

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Halved coconuts in a pile

OIL

COCONUT

Suitable for: Dry, Mature, Sensitive

Rich in: Antioxidants - polyphenol, Fatty acids - mono-saturated and poly-saturated including lauric acids, Essential and amino acids

Benefits: Helps with wound healing, Exfoliates and smoothes the skin, Fixes uneven skin tone, Kills bacteria and inflammation, Removes dirt and buildup, Locks in moisture, Tames frizz and breakage in hair

Similar to: Sesame oil, Sweet almond oil, Hemp seed oil

Source: Uganda (Native to West Africa and South-east Asia)

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grounds & oil

COFFEE

Suitable for: All skin types, including combination

Rich in: Antioxidants

Benefits: Reduces puffiness and dark circles, Brightens the skin, Increases collagen production, Fights acne, Reduces fine lines and wrinkles

Similar to: Guaraná seed, Cacao beans, Kola nuts

Source: Kenya (Native to Ethiopia)

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Stock photo of Kalahari Melons on the ground

oil

KALAHARI MELON

Suitable for: All skin types, including oily and acne-prone

Rich in: Vitamins - A & E, Antioxidants, Fatty acids - omega-3 & 9, Palmitic & Stearic acid

Benefits: Cleansing, Hydrates the skin, Prevents fine lines and wrinkles, Provides sun protection, Aids cell regeneration, Tones and smoothes the skin

Similar to: Evening Primrose oil

Source: South Africa, Zambia (Native to Botswana and Namibia)

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oil

MARULA

Suitable for: All skin types, especially sensitive

Rich in: Vitamins - A, B, C, E & K, Antioxidants - flavanols, Fatty acids - omega-6 & 9, Essential minerals

Benefits: Reduces redness, Helps regenerate skin cells, Has anti-aging, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, Seals in moisture, Smoothes the skin

Similar to: Argan oil

Source: South Africa, Kenya (Native to Sub-Saharan Africa)

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Moringa Seeds in a pile on top of Moringa Leaves

oil & powder

MORINGA

Suitable for: All skin types, including combination

Rich in: Nutrient dense (90+), Vitamins - A, C & E, Antioxidants, Fatty acids - omega-3 & 6, Essential minerals

Benefits: Antimicrobial and healing properties, Soothes skin inflammation, Combats breakouts, Brightens hyper-pigmentation, Fights fine lines and wrinkles, Treats acne and dark spots

Similar to: Jojoba oil

Source: South Africa, Kenya (Native to East Africa and South Asia)

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ESSENTIAL OIL

NEROLI

Suitable for: All skin types

Contains: Alpha-pinene and camphene

Benefits: Tightens the skin, Reduces the appearance of scarring and acne marks, Deeply hydrates, Aids in the absorption of vitamin C, Prevents fine lines and wrinkles

Similar to: Jasmine essential oil, Ylang Ylang essential oil

Source: Kenya (Native to North Africa, Asia and Europe)

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Close up of large round Rosehip buds on the bush

oil & powder

ROSEHIP

Suitable for: All skin types, especially mature and dry

Rich in: Vitamins - C, Antioxidants - Retinoids, Fatty acids - omega-3 & 6

Benefits: Anti-aging properties, Improve the skin barrier, Increases collagen production and skin elasticity, Soothes inflammation, Heals and brightens the skin

Similar to: Peach kernel oil, Bakuchiol oil

Source: South Africa, Kenya (Native to Northwest Africa, Northwest Asia, Europe and North America)

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Sandalwood sticks in a pile

ESSENTIAL OIL & POWDER

SANDALWOOD (LIWA)

Suitable for: All skin types, including sensitive

Rich in: Vitamin E, Antioxidants

Benefits: Gently cleanses and exfoliates the skin, Soothes redness and irritation, Calms inflamed skin, Reduces the appearance of scars, Improves skin cell elasticity

Similar to: Cedar wood, Vetiver

Source: Kenya (Native to Southern and East Africa)

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Stock photo of shea nuts in a wooden bowl

butter & oil

SHEA NILOTICA

Suitable for: All skin types, including dry and sensitive

Rich in: Vitamins - A, E, F, and K, Fatty acids - 25% more omega-9 (oleic acid) than conventional shea butter

Benefits: Provides superior protection, Skin healing properties, Anti-aging and anti-inflammatory qualities, Relieves itching and peeling skin, Heals wounds and skin ailments, Soft and creamy texture that's easy to spread, Deeply moisturizing

Similar to: Mango butter, Shea butter (West African)

Source: Uganda (Native to East Africa)

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oil

TAMANU

Suitable for: Dry, Acne-prone, Combination

Rich in: Vitamins - C & E, Antioxidants, Fatty acids - omega-3 & 9

Benefits: Anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal properties, Promotes wound healing, Reduces scarring, Provides antioxidant protection

Similar to: Castor oil, Tea Tree oil

Source: Kenya (Native to Asia, Oceania, Madagascar)

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Close up of Tea Tree

Essential Oil

TEA TREE

Suitable for: All skin types, especially acne-prone

Contains: Terpinen-4-ol

Benefits: Fights acne, Promotes wound healing, Soothes skin inflammation

Similar to: Citronella, St. John's Wort, Witch Hazel

Source: Uganda (Native to Australia)

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