Ingredient Glossary

Understanding What Goes Into Purevanna Products

At Purevanna, transparency is part of our standard. This glossary is designed to help you better understand the types of ingredients commonly used in our formulations and the role they play in supporting skin and hair comfort.

Ingredient information is provided for educational purposes and reflects our commitment to clarity, intention, and thoughtful formulation.

For full ingredient lists, please refer to each individual product page.

🌿 Plant Butters

Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii)

A rich plant butter commonly used to provide lasting moisture, softness, and skin comfort.

Mango Seed Butter (Mangifera Indica)

A lightweight butter valued for its smooth texture and ability to nourish without heaviness.

Cocoa Butter (Theobroma Cacao)

A deeply moisturizing butter known for its protective feel and comforting texture on dry skin.

🌱 Plant Oils

Sweet Almond Oil (Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis)

A gentle, skin-conditioning oil often used for its smooth glide and compatibility with many skin types.

Jojoba Oil (Simmondsia Chinensis)

A plant oil structurally similar to skin’s natural oils, valued for its balanced, non-greasy feel.

Sunflower Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus)

A lightweight oil commonly used to support softness and maintain skin comfort.

Safflower Seed Oil (Carthamus Tinctorius)

A fast-absorbing oil often selected for lightweight hydration and smooth application.

Kukui Nut Oil (Aleurites Moluccana)

A nourishing oil traditionally used to support dry or compromised skin.

🌼 Botanical Infusions & Extracts

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis)

A botanical commonly infused into oils to support gentle, comforting care.

Licorice Root Extract (Glycyrrhiza Glabra)

A plant extract used in select formulations for its skin-supportive properties.

Sea Buckthorn Oil (Hippophae Rhamnoides)

An antioxidant-rich botanical oil used sparingly for its distinctive nutrient profile.

🧴 Functional Ingredients

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

A plant-derived emollient used to enhance slip, spreadability, and a silky skin feel.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

A lightweight emollient derived from plant sources that helps soften and condition skin.

Arrowroot Powder (Maranta Arundinacea)

A plant-based powder used to improve skin feel and reduce heaviness.

Silica

A naturally derived mineral used to enhance texture and create a soft, balanced finish.

🛡️ Preservation & Stability

Caprylyl Glycol

A multifunctional ingredient that supports preservation while contributing to skin feel.

Ethylhexylglycerin

A gentle preservative booster used to maintain product safety and stability.

Glyceryl Caprylate & Glyceryl Undecylenate

Plant-derived components commonly used in modern preservation systems.

Preservation is essential for safety, quality, and shelf life. All Purevanna products are responsibly preserved using gentle, contemporary systems.

🌿 Essential Oils (When Used)

Purevanna offers both essential-oil-free formulas and select formulas featuring a subtle, unisex botanical blend. Essential oils, when included, are used intentionally and at skin-considered levels.

Fragrance-free options are always available.

🔍 Transparency & Choice

Ingredient preferences are personal. This glossary is intended to provide clarity—not persuasion—so you can choose products that align with your skin’s needs and your comfort level.

🌱 Our Commitment

Purevanna formulates with intention, restraint, and respect for skin at every stage of life. We believe understanding ingredients empowers better, more confident care.

Thoughtful formulation begins with transparency.