The Ingredient Ritual

At Ritual and Rebel, we don’t believe in secrets - only in powerful, purposeful ingredients that serve your skin, not the system. This is your go-to glossary of every oil, butter, extract, and essence we use and why we use it. Our products are made with nature in mind, and when we use fragrance oils, we make sure they’re the clean kind: phthalate-free, and free from carcinogens, reproductive toxins, and all Prop 65-listed ingredients. We choose safety over shortcuts. Transparency is our ritual.

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Ingredient glossary

Allantoin (from comfrey)

Comforts easily-irritated skin and supports barrier repair.

Aloe Vera Oil

Soothes irritation, deeply hydrates, and supports skin healing; ideal for sensitive or sun-damaged skin. Calms, softens, and cushions dry or reactive skin.

Almond Castile Soap (Potassium Olivate/ Cocoate)

Plant-oil soap that gently lifts dirt without sulfates.

Apple Seed Oil

Rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidants; supports skin elasticity and hydration.

Apple Cider Vinegar (Acetic Acid) – toner pH-balancer

Gently rebalances skin’s pH after cleansing, helps dissolve hard-water residue, and leaves pores looking tighter without the sting.

Apricot Kernel Seed Oil

Lightweight, fast-absorbing, rich in vitamins A & E; great for dry, mature, or sensitive skin.

Argan oil

Rich in antioxidants and vitamin E; deeply moisturizes and helps improve skin elasticity.

Arrowroot powder

Absorbs excess moisture; softens skin.

Avocado oil

Nourishes and hydrates dry skin; rich in fatty acids and vitamins A, D, and E.

Bakuchi (Bakuchiol-rich) Seed Oil

Plant alternative to retinol; helps tone and smooth look of skin.

Baking Soda (Sodium Bicarbonate)

Gentle scouring + deodorizing mineral for home care.

Beeswax

Forms a natural protective barrier that helps retain moisture and protect skin.

Calendula Infused Oil

Tender-skin hero; helps quiet redness and irritation; Anti-inflammatory and calming; ideal for irritated or inflamed skin.

Camellia Seed Oil

High in oleic acid and antioxidants; deeply moisturizing without clogging pores

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (Fractionated Coconut Oil)

Ultra-light, stable slip; never waxy.

Carrot Seed Oil

Supports skin regeneration, improves tone and elasticity; high in beta-carotene; Antioxidant-rich.

Castor Oil

Thick and deeply moisturizing; soothes dry skin.

Cetyl Alcohol

Fatty alcohol derived from vegetable oils; Moisturizing, softening, and smoothing.

Citric Acid – mineral/scale fighter

In powder detergents it chelates hard-water minerals and boosts brightening so glass, dishes, and stainless come up spotless.

Chamomile Hydrosol

Instant chill for reactive skin; soothes redness and heat, softens feel, and adds a whisper of apple-herbal calm.

Cherry Kernal Oil

Provides deep, lasting moisture; rich in antioxidants; helps to restore skin elasticity; anti-inflammatory.

Coco-Betaine (Cocamidopropyl Betaine)

Mild, coconut-derived cleanser/foam booster.

Cocoa butter

Improves skin elasticity and texture; rich in antioxidants and fatty acids.

Coconut oil

Moisturizes and protects skin with antibacterial and antifungal properties.

Coffee Bean Extract

Improves skin circulation and reduce puffiness; antioxidant.

Coffee Bean Oil

Rich in antioxidants; contains fatty acids that can help hydrate and nourish the skin; anti-inflammatory properties.

Colloidal oatmeal

Soothes dry, irritated skin and forms a protective barrier to lock in moisture.

Cucumber Hydrosol

cooling quench; De-puffs and refreshes on contact; light hydration that makes skin feel cool, calm, and less tight.

Cupuacu Butter

“Water magnet” butter that holds moisture and leaves a dewy sheen.

Emulsifying Wax nf

Gives our foaming sugar scrubs that creamy, rinse-clean glide; keeps oils and water hugging each other so the scrub doesn’t weep or separate.

Epsom Salt (Magnesium Sulfate)

Laundry booster; helps deodorize and soften wash water.

Evening Primrose Oil

Rich in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA); helps calm inflammation and support hormonal skin concerns; comfort easily reactive skin.

Fragrance (Parfum, phthalate-free)

Skin-safe fragrance oils used selectively for scent stories.

Glycerin (Vegetable-derived)

Humectant that pulls water to skin for lasting hydration.

Grapeseed Oil

Tightens skin and balances oil production; high in linoleic acid and antioxidants; Lightweight, fast-sink oil; balances without heaviness.

Hemp Seed Oil

Non-comedogenic, balances oily skin, and soothes redness; packed with omega fatty acids.

Hibiscus Seed Oil

High in antioxidants and vitamin C; promotes youthful skin and brightening.

Honey (Raw)

Humectant glow in body washes; draws moisture and leaves skin plush.

Hydrosols (Rose, Chamomile, Tea Tree)

Gentle, aromatic waters that tone and refresh.

Isopropyl Alcohol (70%)

Quick-dry aid in cleaning sprays; speeds evaporation on glass/tile.

Jamaican Black Castor Oil

Thicker and nutrient-rich; excellent for hair growth and scalp nourishment.

Jojoba Oil

Mimics skin’s natural sebum; ideal for balancing, moisturizing, and soothing; balances and conditions without clogging.

Kokum butter

Deeply moisturizing and helps restore skin elasticity without clogging pores.

Lanolin (Liquid)

Mega-occlusive slip for shave oils; cushions against drag.

Lavender Hydrosol

Calms irritation, dryness, and sensitive skin; balancing, purifying and regenerative.

Lemon Hydrosol

antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that help protect and soothe skin, promoting radiance and reducing acne; rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants.

Lemongrass Hydrosol

Astringent properties helping to tone and balance oily or acne-prone skin; cooling and calming, helping to soothe irritated skin.

Mango butter

Nourishes skin with vitamins A and E; helps reduce dryness and improve texture.

Meadowfoam Seed Oil

Prevents moisture loss and stabilizes blends; rich in long-chain fatty acids.

Murumuu butter

Softens and soothes dry skin; rich in fatty acids that support skin barrier function.

Neem Oil

Antibacterial and antifungal; great for acne-prone and problem skin.

Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)

Barrier-loving brightener (used in select leave-ons).

Oat Butter

Ceramide-rich cushioning butter that melts into a dewy seal; great for night balms and easily irritated, thirsty skin.

Oat Extract

Soothing and Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant; helps retain moisture, helps promote collagen production.

Oat Oil (Avena sativa)

Ceramide-rich comfort; helps strengthen the skin barrier; ideal for sensitive or eczema-prone skin.

Optiphen Plus (Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sorbic Acid)

Broad-spectrum preservative for water-containing formulas at pH 4–8.

Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)

Humectant that makes skin feel bouncy and resilient.

PE9010 (Phenoxyethanol + Ethylhexylglycerin)

Clear, broad-spectrum preservative for water-based products.

Peach Kernel Oil

Emollient and nourishing; softens skin without leaving a greasy residue.

Plum Kernel Oil

Silky, fast-sinking oil with a soft almond-marzipan note; high in oleic/linoleic acids to smooth texture and boost luminosity.

Polysorbate 20 (Coconut-derived)

Solubilizer that keeps essential oils evenly dispersed in water.

Pomegranate Seed Oil

Boosts collagen, improves elasticity, and soothes inflammation; rich in punicic acid.

Prickly Pear Seed Oil

Exceptionally high in vitamin E and antioxidants; deeply hydrates and firms skin.

Pumpkin Seed Oil

Contains high amounts of zinc, selenium and vitamin E that help with skin renewal and improved skin tone. It's high in vitamin A, which helps to keep the skin soft and supple, as well as reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

Red raspberry seed oil

Natural source of antioxidants; provides a gentle SPF and soothes inflammation.

Refined shea butter

Hydrates and soothes skin; rich in vitamins A and E and less scented than raw shea.

Rice Bran Oil

Contains squalene and antioxidants; evens tone and boosts hydration.

Rose hydrosol

Calms redness and irritation; lightly tones and hydrates skin.

Rosehip Seed Oil

Rich in vitamins A & C; brightens, firms, and supports skin renewal.

Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil

Bright orange antioxidant oil for bounce and radiance.

Sodium Carbonate (Washing Soda)

Alkaline laundry booster; lifts soils and odors.

Sodium Citrate

Water softener/chelator that improves rinse and helps prevent soap film.

Sodium Gluconate

Biodegradable chelator that binds minerals; protects formulas and surfaces.

Sodium Lactate

Salt of lactic acid; hardens bars and pulls in hydration.

Sodium Percarbonate

Oxygen-based brightener for dish/laundry powders.

Sorbitol

Humectant that helps toners feel dewy, not sticky.

Strawberry Seed Oil

Light, fast-absorbing, and rich in omega-3s; great for soothing and protecting skin.

Sugar (Sucrose)

Polished granules for our foaming scrubs; melts cleanly with water.

Sunflower Lecithin (Lecithin)

Helps to keep skin soft, hydrated, and less prone to dryness; enhances the skin's natural moisture barrier.

Sunflower oil

Lightweight and non-comedogenic; rich in vitamin E and beneficial for all skin types.

Sweet Almond Oil

Gentle and vitamin-rich; deeply nourishing for all skin types, especially dry or sensitive.

Squalane oil

Balances oil production, deeply hydrates, and is non-comedogenic; feather-light lipid that mimics skin’s own sebum.

Tea Tree Hydrosol

Soothes irritated and inflamed skin; anti-inflammatory; astringent properties; helps tighten and firm the skin

Vanilla Bean Extract Powder

contains antioxidants; anti-inflammatory; helps calm sensitive or irritated skin.

Vitamin E (Tocopherol)

Antioxidant that protects oils and feels comforting on skin; helps protect against environmental stressors and supports skin healing.

Watermelon Seed oil

High in linoleic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid that helps to hydrate and improve skin elasticity; rich in vitamin E; soothe and reduce redness.

Wheat Germ Oil

Vitamin E powerhouse; promotes healing and elasticity, ideal for scarred or aging skin; vitamin-rich emollient; boosts slip and conditioning in shave/serum.

Essential oil library

Apple

Sweet and uplifting; known for skin-softening and toning properties.

Australian tea tree

Powerful antibacterial and antifungal properties; great for acne-prone skin.

Bergamot

Brightens skin tone and helps reduce blemishes and stress.

Bulgarian rose floral wax

Moisturizing and aromatic; a natural way to enjoy the scent and benefits of roses.

Cedarwood

Grounding scent; soothes skin and helps with excess oil production.

Chamomile

Calms irritation and inflammation; perfect for sensitive skin.

Cherry

Sweet and fruity; adds a touch of luxury and softens skin.

Clary sage

Balances skin oils; soothing for hormonal and sensitive skin types.

Coconut

Adds tropical fragrance and mild moisturizing effects.

Dutch Lavender

Antiseptic and anti-inflammatory.

Eucalyptus

Clarifies the skin and senses; great for congestion and oily skin.

Frankincense

Supports skin tone and elasticity; promotes a calm, even complexion.

Geranium

Balances oil production; tones and revitalizes the skin; antibacterial and antifungal properties.

Grapefruit

Helps improve skin tone, balance oily complexions, and reduce the appearance of blemishes; antibacterial and antimicrobial properties help to kill acne-causing bacteria and cleanse pores of excess oil and dirt.

Helichrysum

Powerful anti-inflammatory; helps reduce scarring and supports skin regeneration.

Honeysuckle

Soothing floral aroma; calms and softens skin.

Jasmine

Deeply hydrating and luxurious; helps improve elasticity and radiance.

Lavender

Soothes irritation and promotes relaxation; ideal for all skin types; clean, herbaceous calm for skin and home.

Lemon

Brightens and clarifies; helps reduce oiliness and freshen skin.

Lemongrass

Cleansing and toning; helps with acne-prone skin and boosts circulation.

Lilac

Delicate floral scent; softens skin and provides a mood-lifting aroma.

Lime

Energizing and purifying; adds a fresh burst of citrus to skin care.

Lotus

Hydrates and improves the appearance of dull, tired skin.

Magnolia

Rich in antioxidants; adds a sweet floral scent and promotes calm.

Orange

Energizes and softens skin; promotes collagen production.

Peach

Light, fruity scent; helps to tone and nourish the skin.

Peppermint

Cooling and refreshing; great for tired skin and mental clarity.

Pure May Chang

Excellent astringent for oily and congested skin; balances natural pH levels and retain hydration; skin-purifying and cleansing effects.

Roman chamomile

Deeply soothing; relieves redness and supports sensitive skin.

Rose

Hydrates and enhances skin tone; romantic and rejuvenating.

Rosemary

antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties; helps regulate sebum production; antioxidant.

Sage

Anti-inflammatory reducing redness; antibacterial and antifungal properties; and improve skin conditions such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis

Sandalwood

Moisturizing and calming; helps reduce dryness and inflammation.

Spearmint

Gently refreshing and uplifting; clarifies the skin and mind.

Strawberry

Fruity and softening; adds sweetness and antioxidant benefits.

Sweet orange

Cheerful and bright; energizes and refreshes skin tone.

Tangerine

Brightens skin; mild and soothing citrus aroma.

Tea tree

Antimicrobial and acne-fighting; clarifies and detoxifies.

Thyme

Crisp herbal edge; used sparingly in home formulas.

Vanilla

Warm, calming aroma; rich in antioxidants and deeply soothing.

Watermelon

Hydrating and toning; refreshing and subtly fruity.

Ylang ylang

Balances oil production and adds a luxurious floral note.