Did you know... that our skin absorbs more than 60% of what we put on it?  This should inspire us to use products that are as natural as possible.  "Can't Resist" products can help you do that !  Here is a little bit of info on each of the ingredients that you will find through out this site.  We hope you enjoy it!
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Other Ingredients:   
                             
Beeswax  -  produced by honey bees.  This is the substance that holds the honey that the bees produce.  It is a nourishing, soothing ingredient that seals in moisture with out clogging pores.  It is a wonderful, natural emulsifier and is completely renewable!

Baking Soda  -  neutralizes acids, washes away oils, it has a great natural PH that is similar to our skin, it works well in bath products such as scrubs and bath fizzies.

Bentonite Clay  -  a very smooth, fine powder that draws toxins from the skin, yet does not leave you overly dry.  It creates a creamy lather in shave creams and soaps.

BTMS (Behentrimonium)  -  this is a waxy, conditioning emulsifier.  BTMS is derived from canola oil, but it is processed in order to turn it into an emulsifing wax.  This process makes it a "not quite natural" product.  Even though it is not 100% natural, I love this product.  it is an amazing mild, safe hair and skin conditioner.  it blends oils and water and creates a stabil mixture.

Corn Starch  -  a smooth, absorbent gentle exfoliator made from corn.  It is hypo-allergenic, softens the skin and is a wanderful all around base for many products.  it is also edible!

Corn Meal  -  again, this is made from corn, one of our favorite vegetables!  It is a great hypo-allergenic exfolliator that can be used by all skin types.

CR Concentrate  -  is a conditioning emulsifier that is made from sugar and olive oil.  During the process of making CR Concentrate, is becomes a not-so-natural prodcut.  But, it is mild, safe and makes a great thickener and stabilizer for any liquid formula.

Cyclomethicone  -  this is definately not a natural ingredient but we do admire it none the less!  Cyclomethicone is a silicone that is wonderful in lotions or serums.  it absorbs well, leaves your skin silky soft and makes lotions non-greasy to the touch.  it is an amazing ingredient.

Di Panthenol  -  this is a fancy way to say Pro Vitamin B.  We all know Vitamin B is essential for good skin.  This is an important ingredient.

E-wax  -  this is yet another vegetable based wax emulsifier.  Each emulsifier creates a different texture so we use many different kinds in our recipes. 

Gylcerin  -  this is a natural, thick liquid that is made from vegetables.  It is sweet and edible and found in many recipes.  As a cosmetic, it moisturizes the skin.  it is also a humectant which attracts moisture for constant renewal.

Guar Gum (Zantham Gum)  -  this comes from the seed of the Guar Plant.  It is a natural ingredient that thickens liquids.  It is a conditioning agent that is good in shampoos and other hair products.

Lactic Acid - a natural component of the body, made from fermentation, lactic acid is wonderful for evening out pimentation of age spots and freckles, making skin brighter, rejuvinated, regulates ph and provides moisture. In hair care it makes hair shiney, easy to comb, prevents scalp from becoming dry.

Lemon Rind  -  lemons are very astringent, antiseptic and a great bacteriacide.  the acids can help remove dead skin layers, smooth out broken capilaries and lighten dark skin or yellowed nails.

Maize Thix  -  a modified corn starch that is used to bind oils and liquids while thickening liquid formulas. 

Methylparaben  -  this is an important ingredient.  It has undergone a lot of controversy.  Did you know that Methylparaben has been used in the food, beverage and cosmetic industries since the 1920's?  Did you know that there was a sixteen year study done on 510,000 people, that showed methylparaben was non irritating, nonsensitizing, noncarcinogenic.  It is antimicrobial, antifungal, antibacterial.  It is also made from the gum of the Benzion Tree.  It is considered safe by every world health authority.  The bad reputation has come from testing on mice.  In these tests, the mice were  constantly over exposed and given extremely large doses for long periods of time.  There are many natural, safe ingredients that would also become toxic if we were forced to endure such intense over exposure.  I have compared methylparaben to many other preservatives.  The others were non effective unless used in vast quantities, quantities large enough that would cause an allergic reation even on normal skin.  It is not safe for you to use a product that contains bacteria.  We can prevent contamination of our products by using less than 1% methylparaben.  That is just a tiny pinch in each batch.  I think this is great!  Because I use so very little, because it is a safe and effective product, you will find this ingredient in my line.

Polysorbate 20, 60, 80  -  these are emilsifiers that are made from sugar.  It is during thier creation that they become a not-so-natural product.  Yet Polysorbate is a gentle emulsifier that blends oils and water.  It also provides a slippery feel and is a great moisturizer. 

Stearic acid  -  is a wax made from vegetables.  It helsp blend oil and water and creates a stabil mix that won't break down. 

Color  -  the colors we use are all vegi based food colorings.  the very same that use use when you bake!

Sodium Lactate - is a salt of lactic acid. It attracts moisture just like glycerin with out the stickiness.  This ingredient also makes bar soap harder so it lasts longer!
 
Sugar  -  we use brown and white cane sugars in our recipes.  The advantage of suagr as an exfoliator is that is slowly dissolves while you use it.  So you wont scrub too much or too hard and damage your skin.

Candellia Wax  -  a natural vegi wax that helps thicken products like lip balms, also helps protect skin from chapping.

Fullers Earth  -  a natural clay that is silky soft, very absorbant.  This is great for masks and skin polishing soaps. 

Red Clay  -  this clay is packed with minerals.  When used in a mask, your skin absorbs and benefits from the minerals while it draws out toxins and helps clear 7 brighten skin.

Pottasium Sorbate  -   a natural preservative that can be used in products with a low ph.
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Amazing Herbs & other Additives: 

Alfalfa  -  Known throughout history as one of the great healers, Alfalfa contains beneficial vitamins and minerals that make it a great addition to hair and facial products.  It is also good in salads!

Basil  -  is a sacred herb in India, it is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, great on itchy bug bites and a tonic for the skin.

Bay Leaf  -  is know for it's anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties.

Beet Root  -  is wonderful for normalizing the ph in the body, beets contain beneficial minerals...history said
that "Aphrodite" ate beets to maintain her beauty"!

Bladderwrack or Kelp  -  is a sea weed that is packed with minerals, anti bacterial, very emollient, helps soften skin and is good for arthritic joints. 

Blue Violet Leaf  -  this plant is very pretty to look at.  It is also edible and healing.  The Violet plant contains natural aspirin.  It is good for treating eczema and other skin conditions.  Blue Violet is also very moisturizing!

Borage  -  is very emollient, anti-inflammatory, great for eye soreness, rashes and skin irritations.

Bupleurum  -  one of the most important Chinese herbs.  It is detoxifying, anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory.  This herb helps clear stagnation and regulate the body when taken internally.  

Burdock  -  is great for all skin irritations, it contains fatty acids, iron, calcium and many other beneficial elements, it is great in bath products, hair products and can even be used as a coffee substitute when the root is roasted!

Calendula  -  is a wonderful astringent. It is antiviral, so it really helps with burns, rashes, cuts, bites and many other skin problems.

Catnip  -  is not just for cats!  This herb makes a relaxing tea, is anti-bacterial, great in baths, good on insect bites and generally tonic for the skin.

Chamomile  -  a great tea for digestion, but also anti-inflammatory and very soothing on itchy, irritated skin.

Chaparral  -  this one acts like an herbal antibiotic, great for treating skin, hair and joint problems.

Chickory  -  very anti-inflammatory, a tonic for the skin especially irritated by an allergic reaction.

Chrysanthamum  -  taken internally this beautiful plant helps inhibit the growth of abnormal cells, used externally it is great for eye problems and skin problems.

Cinnamon  -  is very anti-fungal, good for healthy teeth and gums and great for treating acne.

Cloves  -  anti-bacterial so it is great for wounds and irritations.

Club Moss  -  good for eczema and other skin irritations, also helps calm itchy skin.

Comfrey  -  soothing when used on non broken skin.

Corn Flower  -  soothes, moisturizes, heals

Corn Silk  -  very mild to use, reduces pain and swelling.

Dandelion Root  -  is a great tonic, it draws poisons out of body and reduces fever.  this is not a pesky weed.  dandelion is an amzing herb! Remember, it is a little bitter but very healthy in salads!

Flax  - taken internally it is great for your overall health, externally it is great in facial products as it contains fatty acids and  gently ex foliates.

Goldenseal  -  looked upon as an herbal antibiotic, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and very healing.

Horse Chestnut  -  very good for circulation, it helps externally and internally in keeping veins healthy.

Horse Tail  -  this herb contains large amounts of silica.  Silica helps accelerate bone healing and tissue repair.  It is great for nails and hair, contains vitamins and minerals that are beneficial to hair and skin.

Lemon Balm  -  this herb smells wonderful, is astringent and healing when used on sores, rashes, minor wounds and bug bites, it makes a great general tonic and is a nice addition to massage oils.

Licorice  -  very good for sore throats, anti-inflammatory, contains niacin, biotin and other components that assist healing, soothing and toning of the skin.

Marshmallow Root  -  internally a great immune system booster, externally wonderful in treating cuts, scrapes and other skin irritations.

Milk Thistle  -  attacks toxins, helps regenerate tissues.

Neem Leaf  -  helpful in treating eczema, ringworm and acne.  Very nourishing for the hair. Anti-bacterial and anti-viral.

Nettles  -  stimulates scalp and helps with hair growth.

Papaya Leaf  -  contains papain which is an enzyme that is beneficial when used in facial masks and peels, helps remove dead skin to reveal smooth, fresh, younger skin!

Red Clover  -  a tonic for skin when used both internally and externally!

Sage  -  perfect for cuts and scrapes, so you may find this in aftershave or shave balms.  For wounds it helps fight infection!

Sandalwood  -  not only does this smell wonderful but it helps in treating acne, rashes and skin eruptions.  It also helps with fever and pain.

Sarsaparilla  -  great for all skin conditions

Tumeric  -  anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, a great tonic for all types of skin problems...acne, rashes, scrapes...it even suppresses growth of unwanted hair with regular use!

Wild Yam  -  chock full of vitamins this herb is great for a variety of applications.

Yellow Dock  -  treats acne, psoriasis and itchy skin.

Citronella Oil  -  a plant based oil that repells insects.  Natural and very effective!

Tea Tree Oil  -  an astringent oil that is know to help clear acne, psoriasis, dandruff and many other skin conditions.

Crothix  -  a wonderful thickener for liquids like shampoos and body wash.  As a side benefit, it helps eliminate fine lines and wrinkles.

Charcoal  -  a natural, very absorbant powder that helps neutralize and draw out toxins.

Peppermint  -  an awesome oil that is used as a pain reliever, astringent, stimulant & flavor. 

Eucalyptus Oil  -  not as strong as peppermint but also a great pain reliever...especially in rubs and foot soaks.

Vitamins  -  we like a, d, k, e and others..each for the benefits that they bring to your skin.

A. Pullulan  -  an algea that is rich in minerals and proteins.  Easily absorbed into the skin, this algea helps reduce wrinkles, clear acne and promote general health for your skin.

Menthol  -  a great addition to vaporizers, also wonderfully refreshing in rubs or foot soaks.

Patchouli Oil  -  an earthy, slightly peppery essential oil that can be healing and up lifting.