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Ingredient Name Botanical Name LocationINCI NameCAS NumberIngredient Purposes/ Active CompoundsCertifications
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Baobab Oil Adansonia digitata L.Kibwezi, KenyaAdansonia digitata seed oil91745-12-9Omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamin E, Phytosterols.Moisturizing, Nourishing, Promotes Elasticity. Hydrating, Strengthens Hair Strands
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BeeswaxCera AlbaSheka Biosphere Reserve, EthiopiaCera Alba 8012-89-3Esters, fatty acids, hydrocarbons, Forms Protective Barrier, Locks in Moisture. Adds Shine, Provides Hold.
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CascaraCoffea arabicaKafa Biosphere Reserve, Ethiopia Coffea arabica (coffee) fruit extractNot specifiedAnthraquinones (e.g., emodin), tannins. Potential Skin-Soothing Properties. Potential Benefits in FormulationsOrganic
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CoffeeCoffea arabicaAgaro, Ethiopia Coffea arabica (coffee) seed powder84650-00-0Caffeine, antioxidants, chlorogenic acids. Exfoliates, stimulates circulation, temporarily tightens skin. Stimulates scalp, may contribute to hair growthOrganic
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HoneyCombretum molleMajang Biosphere Reserve, EthiopiaHoney8028-66-8Sugars, enzymes, antioxidants, peptides. Humectant, attracts and retains moisture, antioxidant properties. Adds moisture, shine, conditioning
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Honey Schefflera abyssinicaSheka Biosphere Reserve, EthiopiaHoney 8028-66-8Sugars, enzymes, antioxidants, peptides. Humectant, attracts and retains moisture, antioxidant properties. Adds moisture, shine, conditioning
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Jojoba Simmondsia chinensisWadi Al Naturn, EgyptSimmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil81789-91-1Eicosenes, docosenes, Vitamin E. Mimics natural oils, moisturizes, non-comedogenic. Adds shine, provides moisture, controls frizz.
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Seaweed Eucheuma cottonii (Cottoni)Kibuyuni, KenyaCodium tomentosum extract9000-07-01Alginate, carrageenan, iodine, vitamins. Antioxidants, promotes hydration, nourishment. Rich in vitamins and minerals, contributes to hair health
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Seaweed Eucheuma denticulatum (Spinsosum)Kibuyuni, KenyaEnteromorpha compressa extract11114-20-8Alginate, carrageenan, iodine, vitamins. Antioxidants, promotes hydration, nourishment. Rich in vitamins and minerals, contributes to hair health
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Shea (East African)Vitellaria niloticaNorthern Uganda (wildly grown)Butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter91080-23-8Triglycerides, unsaponifiables, Vitamin E. Highly moisturizing, rich in vitamins, soothes dry skin. Softens, conditions, provides moisture, promotes hair health
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Vanilla BeansVanilla planifoliaRuwenzori Mountains, UgandaVanilla planifolia fruit extract8024-06-04Vanillin, antioxidants. Pleasant fragrance, antioxidant properties, soothing effect
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Kororima Oil Aframomum corrorimaSheka Biosphere Reserve, EthiopiaApplication for INCI neededNot specifiedwarming effects, aids digestion and gut health
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Black Cumin Oil Nigella sativaSheka Biosphere Reserve, EthiopiaApplication for INCI needed8014-13-9Thymoquinone, nigellone, fatty acids
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Lemongrass Oil Cymbopogon citratusKafa Biosphere Reserve, Ethiopia Cymbopogon Flexuosus Oil8007-02-01Citral, limonene, myrcene
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Coffee Oil Coffea arabicaKafa Biosphere Reserve, EthiopiaCoffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Oil84650-00-0Fatty acids, phytosterols, chlorogenic acids
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Castor Oil Ricinus communisSouth Mombasa, KenyaRicinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil8001-79-4Moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. Promotes hair growth, strengthening hair strands, and providing moisture
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Lime Basil Oil Waiting for translation from native language South Mombasa, KenyaApplication for INCI neededNot specifiedHigh in Vitamin K, anti-inflamatory, omega 3. Historically used for armotherapy benefits.