INGREDIENTS
Our list of ingredients is 100% transparent and 100% waterless.
The following ingredients information addresses two categories: attributes and benefits & properties. Attributes listed for each ingredient are specific and applicable to the ingredient we are using in the products offered. Benefits & Properties are intended to provide additional supporting information regarding how that ingredient benefits your skin, body and/or simply general education.
All Good & Simple face and body balms are 100% waterless -- which means we do not use any water in our formulas.
Our balms are concentrated, waterless (anhydrous) body care solutions and they make an excellent overall moisturizer for the skin. Composed primarily of hard fats and oils, balms are free of fillers -- including preservatives and emulsifiers. In fact, on average a balm is 2x more concentrated than its lotion equivalent. If you remove the preservatives, water and emulsifiers from an 8 oz. bottle of lotion, you are left with about 4 oz. of product.
As we select ingredients, the intent is always to stay as "clean" and close-to-nature as possible while creating products that support optimal health. Our capsule line is 100% handcrafted, handpoured and created in micro-batches in Michigan with local, domestic, and globally sourced ingredients.
Argan Oil
- Attributes: USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO, Cold-Pressed, Unrefined
- Benefits & Properties:
- Antioxidant rich, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, and promotes a youthful glow
- Non-comedogenic, suitable for most skin types; excellent moisturizer
- Abundant in vitamin E (fat-soluble antioxidant) which can help soothe itchy, red skin and improve water retention of the skin
- May help reduce symptoms for various skin conditions (acne, psoriasis, rosacea)
- Protects the skin against free radical sun damage, prevents burns and hyperpigmentation
- May promote faster wound healing and improve skin elasticity (prevent/reduce appearance of stretch marks)
- Suitable for most skin types, even sensitive skin
- Referred to as "liquid gold" in native country of Morocco; a well-known beauty remedy used for centuries
- Find this ingredient in our Bare, Hint, Blue Tansy, Beach Whipped Face & Body Balm, and WELL Face & Body Balms. Shop all products here.
[Beach Whipped Face & Body Balm is no longer available.]
Atlas Cedarwood Essential Oil
- Attributes: USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO, Steam-Distilled
- Benefits & Properties:
- Botanical Name: Cedrus Atlantica
- Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, insecticidal, antifungal
- Woody, earthy scent
- Calming, restorative, grounding properties
- May reduce the appearance of scars, minor wounds and symptoms of eczema
- Beneficial for skin conditions such as acne due to its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties
- Grown in the forests of Morocco
- No fillers, phthalates, or synthetic fragrance
- Find this ingredient in our Beach Whipped Face & Body Balm. Shop all products here.
[Beach Whipped Face & Body Balm is no longer available.]
Australian Sandalwood Essential Oil
- Attributes: USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO
- Benefits & Properties:
- Botanical Name: Santalum Spicatum
- Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant powerhouse
- Acts as a natural astringent that may help reduce oiliness and blemishes
- Supports a healthy and luminous complexion
- Soothing and cooling effect on the skin; may help combat a sore throat
- Very grounding and calming oil that helps relieve nervous tension and agitated emotions, enhances mental clarity
- May promote a healthy immune system
- A favorite oil for meditation as it helps calm mental chatter
- No fillers, phthalates, or synthetic fragrance
- Find this ingredient in our Glow and Blue Tansy Whipped Face & Body Balm. Shop all products here.
Baobab Oil
- Attributes: USDA Certified Organic, Fair Trade, Non-GMO, Cold-Pressed, Unrefined
- Benefits & Properties:
- Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant-rich, antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral
- Rich in Vitamins A, E, and F as well as sterols
- Non-comedogenic, suitable for most skin types; lightweight oil with quick absorption
- High in Omega-3 fatty acids and other beneficial fats; Omega-3 skin benefits include: excellent moisturizer, skin softener, improved skin texture and elasticity, may help repair skin barrier and reduce inflammation
- May help reduce skin redness, irritation, and swelling to alleviate blemishes and breakouts
- Baobab tree is known as the "Tree of Life" in southern Africa
- Find this ingredient in our Soothe and Glow Face & Body Balms. Shop all products here.
Bergamot Essential Oil
- Attributes: USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO
- Benefits & Properties:
- Botanical Name: Citrus Bergamia
- Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties
- May help balance, cleanse and purify oily and blemished skin
- May boost and enlighten moods
- Bergapten-free (safe for use in the sun)
- No fillers, phthalates, or synthetic fragrance
- Find this ingredient in our Soothe and Beach Whipped Face & Body Balms. Shop all products here.
[Beach Whipped Face & Body Balm is no longer available.]
Blue Tansy Essential Oil
- Attributes: USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO
- Benefits & Properties:
- Botanical Name: Tanacetum annuum
- Anti-inflammatory, antihistamine
- Rare essential oil with a calming, sweet, apple-like aroma
- Reduces the appearance of breakouts, redness, irritation, wrinkles, and fine lines
- Respiratory benefits which may be especially helpful during allergy season
- Emotionally supportive, calming, and soothing oil
- No fillers, phthalates, or synthetic fragrance
- Find this ingredient in our Blue Tansy Whipped Face & Body Balm. Shop all products here.
Camu Camu
- Attributes: USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified
- Benefits & Properties:
- Highest level of Vitamin C in any plant on earth (60x the amount of Vitamin C than an orange)
- Rich in antioxidants, phytochemicals, amino acids (protein building blocks), vitamins and minerals (iron and betacarotene)
- Antibacterial, antifungal properties
- Amazonian superfruit - 100% pure, raw, wildharvested from the Amazon River Basin
- Find this ingredient in our Glow Face & Body Balm. Shop all products here.
Cardamom Essential Oil
- Attributes: Pure, Steam-distilled oil from the seeds of the Elettaria Cardamomum
- Benefits & Properties:
- Botanical Name: Elettaria Cardamomum
- Anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, antibacterial, antifungal, and antiseptic properties
- May have a warming effect to relax tight muscles, help clear congestion and coughs.
- High 1,8-cineole content that promotes clear breathing and respiratory health.
- Energizing to the senses
- No fillers, phthalates, or synthetic fragrance
- Find this ingredient in our WELL Face & Body Balm. Shop all products here.
Coconut CO2 Essential Oil
- Attributes: Pure, CO2 Extracted, Sustainably Sourced
- Benefits & Properties:
- Botanical Name: Cocos nucifera
- Anti-inflammatory, rich in medium chain fatty acids
- Coconut CO2 extracts are unique as this method allows the oil to retain more of the medium chain fatty acids naturally found in coconut. Highly beneficial as it relieves dry skin, hydrates the skin and calms any redness/inflammation.
- May help to reduce inflammation while promoting deep hydration.
- No fillers, phthalates, or synthetic fragrance
- Find this ingredient in our Beach Whipped Face & Body Balm. Shop all products here.
[Beach Whipped Face & Body Balm is no longer available.]
Coconut Oil
- Attributes: USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO, Cold-Pressed, Unrefined
- Benefits & Properties:
- Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, good source of antioxidants
- Creamy coconut scent
- Rich in MCTs (medium-chain triglycerides), a saturated fat; 50% of coconut oil is comprised of lauric acid (MCT)
- Moisturizing and improves the appearance and barrier function of the skin
- May be helpful in reducing the symptoms of atopic dermatitis (chronic skin condition)
- Find this ingredient in our Beach Whipped Face & Body Balm. Shop all products here.
[Beach Whipped Face & Body Balm is no longer available.]
Copaiba Oleoresin Oil
- Attributes: USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO
- Benefits & Properties:
- Botanical Name: Copaifera Officinalis
- Antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory properties
- May be used for easing achy joints and sore muscles
- Supports respiratory health
- Promotes wound healing
- Skin-clearing benefits; may help alleviate blemishes and breakouts
- Sweet, smooth, warm scent
- This oleoresin is tapped from the Copaiba tree and contains more therapeutic compounds than its distilled counterpart. This method is also healthier for the longevity of the tree.
- No fillers, phthalates, or synthetic fragrance
- Find this ingredient in our Hint Face & Body Balm. Shop all products here.
- (Note: As of 9/01/2023, copaiba oleoresin is no longer used in Hint Face & Body Balm.)
Emu Oil
- Attributes: Pure, Pastured, Non-GMO, Unvaccinated
- Benefits & Properties:
- Hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic, anti-inflammatory
- Deeply penetrating moisturizer high in Omegas 3, 6, & 9
- Efficient carrier oil that carries accompanying ingredients into the sub-dermal layer of the skin
- Excellent for helping relieve skin dryness, irritation, and redness
- Positive effect on collagen production
- May reduce the signs of aging, hyperpigmentation and the appearance of scars
- Sourced from pasture-raised, non-gmo emus living a good life on a chemical and pesticide-free farm right here in Michigan
- Find this ingredient in ALL of our Face & Body Balms. Shop all products here.
Frankincense Carterii Essential Oil
- Attributes: USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO
- Benefits & Properties:
- Botanical Name: Boswellia Carteri
- Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiviral and antiseptic properties
- May improve skin's overall appearance and clear blemishes
- Rejuvenating for mature skin
- Helps soothe and tone skin
- No fillers, phthalates, or synthetic fragrance
- Find this ingredient in our Hint and Soothe Face & Body Balms. Shop all products here.
Frankincense Frereana Essential Oil
- Attributes: USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO
- Benefits & Properties:
- Botanical Name: Boswellia Frereana
- Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antiseptic properties
- Highly sought after for its skin rejuvenating properties
- Excellent for smoothing the appearance of wrinkles, scars, dry and damaged skin
- May promote faster wound healing and improve skin elasticity (prevent/reduce appearance of stretch marks)
- Grounding and calming oil that supports a calm, relaxed, and uplifted mood
- No fillers, phthalates, or synthetic fragrance
- Find this ingredient in our Hint and Glow Face & Body Balms. Shop all products here.
Golden Jojoba Oil
- Attributes: USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO, Cold-Pressed, Unrefined, First-Press
- Benefits & Properties:
Non-comedogenic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, non-allergenic
- Antioxidants (natural forms of Vitamin E) to soothe fine lines and wrinkles and slow the signs of aging
- Lightweight oil that absorbs quickly into the skin without leaving a greasy residue
- Stimulates collagen synthesis and cell regeneration
- Iodine-rich oil with antibacterial properties to support a clear complexion
- May be helpful on a variety of skin conditions that may include: skin infections, skin aging, and wound healing
- Skin protectant and natural cleanser
- Naturally contains Vitamin B-Complex; B vitamins act as antioxidants to help the body heal free radicals and support hormone balance
- Closest substance in the plant world to our skin's sebum (fast absorption and bio-available)
- Find this ingredient in ALL of our Face & Body Balms. Shop all products here.
Helichrysum Italicum Essential Oil
- Attributes: USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO
- Benefits & Properties:
- Botanical Name: Helichrysum Italicum
- Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, antifungal and antibacterial, antiviral properties
- Unsurpassed ability to rejuvenate skin to a healthy, youthful complexion
- Reduces the appearance of scars, wrinkles, and blemishes on the face and body
- May support the body through post-illness fatigue by boosting normal immune function
- Also known as "Immortelle"
- May soothe deep emotional feelings and diffuse anger
- No fillers, phthalates, or synthetic fragrance
- Find this ingredient in our Glow Face & Body Balm. Shop all products here.
Hinoki Leaf Essential Oil
- Attributes: Pure, Steam-Distilled From Hinoki Leaves
- Benefits & Properties:
- Botanical Name: Chamaecyparis obtusa
- Aids wound recovery
- Supports healthy respiration
- Creates a tranquil atmosphere, soothes the senses and helps reduce stressful feelings -- excellent for meditation
- Highly prized oil considered to be one of nature's healers in Japan
- No fillers, phthalates, or synthetic fragrance
- Find this ingredient in our Soothe Face & Body Balm. Shop all products here.
Illipe Nut Butter
(Illipe nut butter is no longer included in any balms.)
- Attributes: Pure, Unrefined, Non-GMO
- Benefits & Properties:
- Velvety smooth feeling that moisturizes and softens the skin without leaving a greasy feeling
- Reduces skin inflammation; helpful with skin disorders such as eczema and psoriasis
- Helps restore and support skin elasticity
- Prior to August 2024, you could find this ingredient in our Bare, Hint and WELL Face & Body Balms. If your balm included this ingredient, it is clearly marked on the product label. Shop all products here.
Juniper Berry Essential Oil
- Attributes: USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO
- Benefits & Properties:
- Botanical Name: Juniperus Communis
- Anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antibacterial, antioxidant, antiseptic properties
- Supports healthy and balanced skin due to its antiseptic properties
- A natural purifier
- Soothes nervous tension
- Warming oil useful for alleviating sore and achy muscles
- Woody, coniferous scent with a hint of sweet fruity notes
- No fillers, phthalates, or synthetic fragrance
- Find this ingredient in our WELL Face & Body Balm. Shop all products here.
Lavender Essential Oil
- Attributes: USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO
- Benefits & Properties:
- Botanical Name: Lavandula Angustifolia
- Powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antibacterial properties
- Known to help reverse signs of aging and alleviate various skin conditions
- May help reduce the appearance of scars and wrinkles; help soothe sunburns or minor cooking burns
- Promotes calm, relaxation, and relieves nervous tension and stress
- No fillers, phthalates, or synthetic fragrance
- Find this ingredient in our Hint Face & Body Balm and Blue Tansy Whipped Face & Body Balm. Shop all products here.
Lavender Fine Essential Oil
- Attributes: USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO
- Benefits & Properties:
- Botanical Name: Lavandula Angustifolia
- Powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antibacterial properties
- Prized ability to reduce the appearance of skin imperfections such as scars, fine lines and hyperpigmentation.
- May help soothe skin after excess sun exposure
- Promotes calm, relaxation, and relieves nervous tension and stress
- Lavender Fine is steam-distilled from a high-altitude plant with a shorter growing season than standard lavender.
- No fillers, phthalates, or synthetic fragrance
- Find this ingredient in our Soothe and Glow Face & Body Balms. Shop all products here.
Neroli Essential Oil
- Attributes: Pure, Steam-Distilled
- Benefits & Properties:
- Botanical Name: Citrus Aurantium Amara
- Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, antifungal
- Beautiful orange blossom floral scent
- Promotes a healthy, radiant complexion
- Reduces the appearance of blemishes, wrinkles, and scars on the face and body
- Emotionally comforting, balancing, and may help ease nervous tension
- Steam-distilled from the orange flower blossoms of the Citrus X Aurantium tree found in Egypt
- No fillers, phthalates, or synthetic fragrance
- Find this ingredient in our Beach Whipped Face & Body Balm. Shop all products here.
[Beach Whipped Face & Body Balm is no longer available.]
Pomegranate Seed Oil
- Attributes: USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO, Cold-Pressed, Unrefined
- Benefits & Properties:
- Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-aging properties
- Promotes collagen and elastin production, enhances skin texture
- Omega-5 fatty acid reduces skin inflammation and helps with skin repair and hydration
- Hydrating and soothing relief for sunburns and other skin irritations
- High in antioxidants to counteract free radicals that lead to skin aging; contains ellagic acid to help lighten and brighten the skin
- Deeply absorbs into the skin without leaving a greasy residue
- Find this ingredient in our Glow Face & Body Balm. Shop all products here.
Roman Chamomile Essential Oil
- Attributes: Pure, Non-GMO
- Benefits & Properties:
- Botanical Name: Anthemis Nobilis
- Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and pain-relieving properties
- Promotes smooth healthy skin and relieves irritaton because of its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties
- Higher antioxidant levels than its German Chamomile counterpart
- Beneficial for soothing cramps, headaches, joint pain, and body aches
- Useful for easing sore muscles after a strenuous workout
- Promotes healthy sleep
- Relaxing and calming effect on body and mind, helps relieve nervous tension
- No fillers, phthalates, or synthetic fragrance
- Find this ingredient in our Soothe Face & Body Balm. Shop all products here.
Sal Seed Butter
(Sal seed butter is no longer included in any balms.)
- Attributes: Pure, Unrefined, Non-GMO
- Benefits & Properties:
- Luxurious butter that leaves a velvety, smooth feeling as it easily melts into the skin
- High in Omega-6 & fatty acids (oleic, stearic, and palmitic acids)
- Contains phytosterols that improves the skin's barrier function and microcirculation
- Helps promote skin elasticity and improve the look of dry skin and damaged hair
- Naturally occuring terpene alcohols benefit our skin as they are anti-inflammatory and antioxidants
- Extracted from the seeds of the Shorea Robusta Tree (native to India)
- Prior to August 2024, you could find this ingredient in our Soothe and Glow Face & Body Balms. If your balm included this ingredient, it is clearly marked on the product label. Shop all products here.
Tallow
- Attributes: Grass-Fed, Grass-Finished, Pasture-Raised Beef Tallow from farmers practicing regenerative and sustainable farming
- Benefits & Properties:
- Non-comedogenic, hypoallergenic, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial
- Highly bio-available and compatible with human skin
- High in vitamins A, D, E, K2, B12, Choline
- Grass-fed tallow is higher in healthy saturated fats than tallow from a conventionally raised cow
- High in fatty acids, including oleic, palmitoleic, stearic, linoleic acid and others
- High in CLA (conjugated linoleic acid - antiviral, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory)
- Excellent moisturizer for the skin and helps relieve dryness
- Increases the skin's flexibility and healing properties
- Supports the protective barrier of the skin
- Tallow means "sebum"
- By selecting premium quality tallow and combining it with other key ingredients, we create a nutrient-dense balm that supports healthy and balanced skin. This choice in turn promotes regenerative and healing farming practices in which each animal is enjoying a beautiful life - and our earth is able to flourish.
- Find this ingredient in ALL of our Face & Body Balms. Shop all products here.
Vanilla Botanical Extract
- Attributes: Sustainably Sourced
- Benefits & Properties:
- Botanical Name: Vanila Planifolia
- Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antioxidant properties
- Antioxidants help protect against free radical damage and effects of environmental stress on skin
- Contains B-vitamins to support overall skin health
- Relieves agitation and promotes a calm, relaxed environment
- May improve skin appearance in wound and burn healing
- Oil extracted from bean of plant; sustainably sourced from Uganda
- No fillers, phthalates, or synthetic fragrance
- Find this ingredient in our Beach Whipped and Hint Face & Body Balms. Shop all products here.
[Beach Whipped Face & Body Balm is no longer available.]
White Cypress Essential Oil
- Attributes: Pure, Steam-distilled oil from the needles and twigs of the Callitris Columellaris tree
- Benefits & Properties:
- Botanical Name: Callitris Columellaris
- Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antioxidant properties
- Significant calming and soothing properties
- Supports a healthy respiratory system (due to high a-pinene content)
- Supports balanced, radiant-looking skin
- Crisp, refreshing, bright and invigorating aroma
- Native tree growing on the Australian coastline
- No fillers, phthalates, or synthetic fragrance
- Find this ingredient in our WELL Face & Body Balm. Shop all products here.
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