Ultra pure water begins as naturally sourced water that undergoes advanced purification to remove minerals and impurities, creating an exceptionally clean ingredient. Throughout history, clean water has been essential in the preparation of soaps, herbal remedies, cosmetics, and other personal care products, with purification methods evolving as technology advanced. Today, ultra pure water is the foundation of Silver Botanicals' formulations, providing a clean, consistent base that supports product quality, stability, and performance.

• INCI name: Water
• Ingredient type: Solvent
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Particulate Filtration, Activated Carbon Filtration, Reverse Osmosis Filtration, Ion Exchange Polishing, UV Disinfection

Interesting Fact(s): Ultra Pure Water is among the cleanest forms of water used in industry, with impurities such as dissolved minerals, organic compounds, microorganisms, and trace contaminants removed to extremely low levels. It is commonly used in high-precision industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and laboratory research.

Sodium carbonate, commonly known as washing soda or soda ash, is a white, odorless, water-soluble salt used in many modern applications. Historically, it was extracted from the ashes of plants grown in sodium-rich soils, and because the ashes of these sodium-rich plants were noticeably different from ashes of wood, sodium carbonate became known as "soda ash". Silver Botanicals' uses sodium carbonate as an all-natural, ph-adjuster in many of its formulations.

• INCI name: Sodium Carbonate
• Ingredient type: Mineral Salt,pH Aduster
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Solvay process

Interesting Fact(s): Sodium Carbonate, also known as Natron, was one of the earliest naturally occurring cleaning agents used by civilization.

Aloe vera is associated with hot, arid regions of North Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, where aloe has long been grown and naturalized in many places. Historically, aloe gel/leaf preparations were used topically across ancient Mediterranean and neighboring cultures for soothing skin and supporting comfort after irritations, and it also appeared in traditional herbal medicine as a broader “skin remedy.” Over time, aloe became especially known for its cooling, calming reputation—less about fragrance and more about a soothing, comfort-first use. Today, aloe vera juice is valued in several of Silver Botanicals' formulas for delivering a light, refreshing feel while supporting hydration and “soothing” type benefits.

• INCI name: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
• Ingredient type: Botanical Juice
• Parts used: Leaves
• Aroma: Very mild, fresh, green, and slightly vegetal.
• Key constituents: olysaccharides (including acemannan), amino acids, vitamins A, C, and E (naturally occurring in small amounts), enzymes, minerals, and trace phytosterols.
• Native region(s): Arabian Peninsula; now cultivated throughout tropical and subtropical regions worldwide.

Interesting Fact(s): Ancient Egyptian writings referred to aloe as the "plant of immortality," and it was reportedly included among the burial offerings of pharaohs.

Guar gum is a naturally derived plant gum made from the seeds of the guar plant (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba), a legume native to India and Pakistan that has been cultivated for centuries. Traditionally, guar beans were consumed in India as a nutritious food and were also used to support digestive health because of their natural fiber content. Today, Silver Botanicals uses guar gum in its deodorant products where it functions as a plant-based thickener and stabilizer to create smooth, consistent formulations.

• INCI name: Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum
• Ingredient type: Natural Thickener
• Parts used: Ground endosperm of guar beans
• Key constituents: Galactomannan polysaccharides.
• Native region(s): India and Pakistan.

Interesting Fact(s): Guar gum can thicken water at concentrations below one percent.

Grapefruit seed extract is derived from the seeds and pulp of the grapefruit (Citrus × paradisi), a citrus fruit that originated in the Caribbean during the 18th century as a natural hybrid between the pomelo and sweet orange. Historically, grapefruit was cultivated primarily for its flavorful fruit, while extracts from its seeds and pulp became more widely developed for commercial use during the late 20th century. Today, Silver Botanicals utilizes grapefruit seed extract in a variety of its all-natural personal care products, where it is valued as a naturally derived botanical ingredient.

• INCI name: Citrus Grandis Seed Extract
• Ingredient type: Botanical Extract
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Extracted from grapefruit seeds and pulp.
• Parts used: Seeds and pulp
• Aroma: Mildly citrusy with subtle bitter notes.
• Key constituents: Flavonoids, limonoids, vitamin C (trace), polyphenols.
• Native region(s): Grapefruit originated in the Caribbean as a natural citrus hybrid.

Interesting Fact(s): Some commercial grapefruit seed extracts contain added preservation compounds, making ingredient sourcing especially important.

Sodium bicarbonate, commonly known as baking soda, is a naturally occurring mineral compound found in mineral springs and natural deposits, with its use dating back to ancient civilizations that relied on naturally alkaline minerals for personal and household cleansing purposes. Historically, it was valued for its versatility in cooking, cleaning, and personal care, becoming a staple ingredient in homes around the world. Today, Silver Botanicals uses sodium bicarbonate is its all-natural products, where it serves as a gentle cleanser, deodorizer, and pH-balancing ingredient.

• INCI name: Sodium Bicarbonate
• Ingredient type: pH Aduster,deodorizer,cleanser
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Solvay process

Interesting Fact(s): Sodium bicarbonate is an odor neutralizer (not just a deodorizer): sodium bicarbonate can help reduce “smell-causing” acidity/odor compounds—why it’s common in deodorant and foot-related products.

Xanthan gum is a naturally derived polysaccharide produced through the fermentation of plant-based sugars, a process discovered in the mid-20th century that utilizes naturally occurring microorganisms. Historically, fermentation has been used for thousands of years to create foods, beverages, and useful natural materials, with xanthan gum becoming an important innovation in modern food and personal care production. Today, xanthan gum is used in many of  Silver Botanicals' all-natural formulations, where it acts as a natural thickener and stabilizer to create smooth, consistent formulations.

• INCI name: Xanthan Gum
• Ingredient type: Polysaccharide; thickener and stabilizer (viscosity modifier; suspension stabilizer)
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Produced by microbial fermentation using Xanthomonas campestris
• Key constituents: A high–molecular-weight polysaccharide composed of repeat units containing glucose, mannose, glucuronic acid, and side-chain acetyl/pyruvyl substitutions

Interesting Fact(s): It’s an anionic polysaccharide and is noted for stabilizing emulsions and suspensions across a broad pH/temperature range

French lavender essential oil is steam distilled from the flowering tops of Lavandula angustifolia, a species native to the Mediterranean region that has been cultivated in France for centuries, particularly in Provence. Ancient Mediterranean cultures used lavender to promote restful sleep, relieve anxiety, soothe burns, and cleanse wounds.Today, Silver Botanicals' uses french lavender essential oil in several of its all-natural formulations, where it is appreciated for its soft, floral aroma and timeless botanical heritage.

• INCI name: Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
• Ingredient type: Essential Oil
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Steam-distilled from flowering tops.
• Parts used: Flowers
• Key constituents: Linalool, linalyl acetate, lavandulol, terpinen-4-ol.
• Native region(s): France and the Mediterranean region.

Interesting Fact(s): One of the most versatile essential oils, blending well with nearly every fragrance family.

Jojoba oil is a liquid plant wax pressed from the seeds of the jojoba shrub (Simmondsia chinensis), a desert plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico that has thrived in arid climates for thousands of years. Indigenous peoples of the Sonoran Desert traditionally applied jojoba oil to wounds, burns, dry skin, and scalp conditions while also using it to condition hair. Today, Silver Botanicals' uses jojoba oil is in its all-natural deodorants and bath additive, where it is appreciated for its lightweight feel, plant-based origin, and excellent moisturizing and skin-protecting properties.

• INCI name: Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
• Ingredient type: Carrier Oil (Liquid Wax Ester)
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Cold-pressed
• Parts used: Seeds
• Aroma: Mild, clean, slightly nutty, and earthy.
• Key constituents: Wax esters, eicosenoic acid, erucic acid, tocopherols.
• Native region(s): Southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Interesting Fact(s): Jojoba oil is technically a liquid wax rather than a true vegetable oil.

Vitamin E is a naturally occurring antioxidant found in plant oils, nuts, seeds, and leafy green vegetables, and it was first identified by scientists in the early 20th century while studying nutrients essential to healthy plant and animal life. Historically, vitamin E has been obtained from nutrient-rich plant sources, particularly vegetable oils, and has long been valued as a naturally occurring component of botanical ingredients. Today, naturally sourced vitamin E is used in many of Silver Botanicals' all-natural products, where it helps support product stability while serving as a skin-protecting, plant-derived ingredient.

• INCI name: Tocopherol (vitamin E)
• Ingredient type: Fat-soluble antioxidant; vitamin
• Aroma: Usually neutral/mild (can vary slightly by form and grade; often described as having a faint oil-like character)
• Key constituents: Alpha-, beta-, gamma-, and delta-tocopherols.

Interesting Fact(s): Vitamin E is a powerful oil-soluble antioxidant used in skincare because it helps protect oils from oxidation. In personal care products, it is commonly added not only for its skin-conditioning properties but also to help stabilize natural oils such as jojoba, rosehip, and sunflower oils, extending the shelf life of oil-based formulations.

Niacinamide, a form of vitamin B3, is a naturally occurring nutrient found in foods such as whole grains, legumes, nuts, and mushrooms, and it was first identified by scientists in the early 20th century during vitamin research. Historically, vitamin B3 was recognized as an essential nutrient, leading to its widespread use in nutritional and personal care formulations as scientific understanding advanced. Today, niacinamide is used in many of Silver Botanicals' all-natural skin care products where it is valued as a nature vitamin that supports the normal skin-barrier function.

• INCI name: Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
• Ingredient type: Vitamin
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: fermentation, catalytic amidation, oxidation & hydration steps

Interesting Fact(s): Niacinamide is naturally found in many foods – It occurs naturally in foods such as mushrooms, peanuts, whole grains, legumes, and meat, and its compatibility with skin has made it one of the most widely used vitamin-based ingredients in modern personal care formulations.

Myrtle essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves and twigs of the myrtle plant (Myrtus communis), an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region that has been cultivated for thousands of years. Historically, ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans used myrtle to treat respiratory infections, urinary disorders, wounds, and skin ailments. Silver Botanicals utilizes myrtle essential oil in many of its all-natural products where it is appreciated for its fresh, herbaceous aroma, many health, home, and deodorizing benefits, and enduring Mediterranean botanical heritage.

• INCI name: Myrtus communis Oil
• Ingredient type: Essential Oil
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Steam-distilled from leaves.
• Parts used: Leaves
• Aroma: Fresh, green, herbaceous, slightly camphoraceous, with soft woody and subtly sweet balsamic notes.
• Key constituents: 1, 8-Cineole (eucalyptol), alpha-pinene, limonene, linalool, myrtenyl acetate, and geranyl acetate.
• Native region(s): Mediterranean region.

Interesting Fact(s): Myrtle (called Hadassah) is one of the plants used in the Feast of the Tabernacles tradition (with Hadassah standing for moral/spiritual qualities), and in Christian symbolism it became associated with purity (the Virgin Mary).

Vanilla extract is derived from the cured pods of the vanilla orchid (Vanilla planifolia), a tropical orchid native to Mexico that has been cultivated and treasured for centuries. Historically, the Totonac and Aztec peoples used vanilla in traditional preparations as a digestive aid, restorative tonic, and aromatic ingredient believed to promote well-being. Vanilla extract is used in several of Silver Botanicals' all-natural products, where it is appreciated for its warm, sweet aroma and rich botanical heritage.

• INCI name: Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
• Ingredient type: Botanical Extract
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Alcohol extraction of cured seed pods
• Parts used: Fruit (seed pods)
• Aroma: Warm, rich, sweet, classic vanilla scent.
• Key constituents: Vanillin, vanillic acid, and aromatic phenolic compounds
• Native region(s): Mexico; now widely cultivated in Madagascar and other tropical regions.

Interesting Fact(s): Each vanilla flower blooms for just one day and must be pollinated during that short window.

Palmarosa essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves of the palmarosa grass (Cymbopogon martinii), a fragrant plant native to India and other parts of South Asia that has been cultivated for centuries. Historically, palmarosa was valued in traditional Indian botanical practices and later became an important ingredient in perfumery because of its naturally sweet, rose-like fragrance. Traditional Indian herbalists used palmarosa to help care for skin conditions, reduce fevers, support digestion, and promote general wellness. Silver Botanicals uses palmarosa essential oil in its floral deodorant where it is appreciated for its delicate floral aroma and rich botanical heritage.

• INCI name: Cymbopogon Martinii Oil
• Ingredient type: Essential Oil
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Steam-distilled from flowering grass
• Parts used: Leaves and flowering tops
• Aroma: Sweet, rosy, grassy, and lightly citrusy
• Key constituents: Geraniol, geranyl acetate, linalool
• Native region(s): India and Southeast Asia

Interesting Fact(s): Despite its rose-like aroma, palmarosa is actually a tropical grass closely related to lemongrass.

Sandalwood essential oil is steam distilled from the heartwood of sandalwood trees (Santalum album and related species), which are native to India and parts of Southeast Asia and have been prized for more than 4,000 years. Historically, Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine used sandalwood to help treat inflammatory skin conditions, urinary disorders, anxiety, digestive complaints, and respiratory ailments. Sandalwood essential oil is used in Silver Botanicals all-natural essential oil  blends where it is appreciated for its warm, woody aroma and enduring botanical heritage.

• INCI name: Santalum Album Oil
• Ingredient type: Essential Oil
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Steam-distilled from mature heartwood
• Parts used: Heartwood
• Aroma: Rich, creamy, soft, woody, and warm with subtle sweetness
• Key constituents: alpha-Santalol, beta-santalol, santalenes.
• Native region(s): India and parts of Southeast Asia

Interesting Fact(s): A sandalwood tree typically must mature for 20–30 years before producing heartwood suitable for oil extraction.

Rosehip oil is a natural oil extracted from the seeds of the rosehip fruit. It is rich in vitamins A, C, and E, as well as essential fatty acids, making it beneficial for skin health, including moisturizing, reducing scars, and improving signs of aging. Its use dates back to ancient civilizations, including the Egyptians, who utilized it for skin care, and it gained popularity in the 1980s for its skin regeneration properties. Silver Botanicals' uses it in our deodorant formulation to help protect and provide for healthy skin.

• INCI name: Rosa Canina Seed Oil
• Ingredient type: Carrier Oil
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Cold-pressed
• Parts used: Seeds
• Aroma: Mild, earthy, and slightly nutty
• Key constituents: Linoleic acid, alpha-linolenic acid, oleic acid, tocopherols, carotenoids.
• Native region(s): Europe, South America, and parts of Asia

Interesting Fact(s): Rosehips naturally contain vitamin C, although the oil itself contains very little because vitamin C is water-soluble.

Cedarwood (Atlas) essential oil is steam distilled from the wood of the Atlas cedar (Cedrus atlantica), a majestic evergreen tree native to the Atlas Mountains of Morocco and Algeria. Historically, cedarwood atlas was used in North African and Middle Eastern traditions for skin care, respiratory support, and as a natural insect repellent. Silver Botanicals utilizes cedarwood atlas essential oil in many of its all-natural products where it is appreciated for its warm, woody fragrance, deodorizing properties, and skin & environmental protecting effects.

• INCI name: Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil
• Ingredient type: Essential Oil
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: steam distillation
• Parts used: Heartwood
• Aroma: Sweet, woody, balsamic, smooth, and slightly resinous.
• Key constituents: Atlantones, himachalenes, cedrol.
• Native region(s): Atlas Mountains of Morocco and Algeria.

Interesting Fact(s): Atlas cedar is one of only a few species considered a "true cedar."

Cypress essential oil is steam distilled from the needles and twigs of the Mediterranean cypress (Cupressus sempervirens), an evergreen tree native to southern Europe and western Asia that has been cultivated for thousands of years. Mediterranean herbal traditions used cypress to support circulation, reduce excessive perspiration, and ease respiratory discomfort. Cypress essential oil is used in Silver Botanicals' all-natural deodorants where it is valued for its fresh, woody aroma and assisting in normalizing skin function.

• INCI name: Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf/Nut/Stem Oil
• Ingredient type: Essential Oil
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: steam distillation
• Parts used: Needles, twigs, and cones
• Aroma: Clean, woody, fresh, evergreen, and slightly smoky
• Key constituents: alpha-Pinene, delta-3-carene, limonene, cedrol.
• Native region(s): Mediterranean Basin

Interesting Fact(s): Cypress wood is naturally resistant to decay, allowing some ancient structures and artifacts made from it to survive for centuries.

Tea tree oil, also called melaleuca oil, is a fragrant essential oil produced by steaming the leaves of the Australian tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia). Long before Western medicine, Aboriginal Australians used crushed leaves and leaf infusions to help with skin issues, suggesting early discovery of its practical effects. In later centuries, European naturalists and researchers became aware of the plant’s medicinal potential, leading to systematic study and eventual commercial distillation. Silver Botanicals' utilizes tea tree oil in many of its products for many beneficial health and environmental effects.

• INCI name: Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
• Ingredient type: Essential Oil
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Steam-distilled from the leaves
• Parts used: leaves
• Aroma: Sharp, fresh, medicinal, camphoraceous, and distinctly herbal
• Key constituents: Terpinen-4-ol, gamma-terpinene, alpha-terpinene, 1, 8-cineole, alpha-pinene.
• Native region(s): New South Wales and Queensland, Australia

Interesting Fact(s): Tea tree oil is one of the most extensively researched essential oils used in natural personal care.

Rosemary essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves of the rosemary plant (Salvia rosmarinus), an aromatic evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region that has been cultivated for thousands of years. Historically, rosemary was treasured by the ancient Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians for its fragrant aroma and was commonly used in ceremonies, culinary traditions, and herbal practices. Silver Botanicals' utilizes rosemary essential oil in many of its all-natural products, where it is valued for its fresh, herbaceous scent, invigorating sensory experience, and health  and environmental benefits.

• INCI name: Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
• Ingredient type: Essential Oil
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Steam-distilled from flowering tops and leaves
• Parts used: Leaves and flowering tops
• Aroma: Fresh, herbaceous, camphoraceous, slightly woody, and invigorating.
• Key constituents: 1, 8-Cineole, camphor, alpha-pinene, borneol, verbenone
• Native region(s): Mediterranean Basin

Interesting Fact(s): Students in ancient Greece are said to have worn rosemary garlands while studying because the herb symbolized memory.

Rosewood essential oil is steam distilled from the wood of the rosewood tree (Aniba rosaeodora), a tropical species native to the Amazon rainforest. Historically, rosewood became highly sought after for fine woodworking and perfumery, with its essential oil gaining prominence in the early 20th century for its delicate floral-woody fragrance. Indigenous peoples of the Amazon traditionally used rosewood for wound care, fevers, muscle aches, and respiratory complaints, while its fragrant wood was also valued in medicinal preparations. Rosewood essential oil is used in many of Silver Botanicals' all-natural formulations, where it is appreciated for its soft, rosy, woody aroma and distinctive botanical heritage. Because natural rosewood populations have declined, Silver Botanicals now source rosewood essential oil from sustainably managed plantations or use responsibly produced alternatives.

• INCI name: Aniba Rosaeodora Wood Oil
• Ingredient type: Essential Oil
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Steam-distilled from the heartwood
• Parts used: Heartwood
• Aroma: Soft, sweet, floral, woody, and slightly rosy with gentle spice notes
• Key constituents: Linalool, alpha-terpineol, geraniol, nerol.
• Native region(s): Amazon rainforest of Brazil, Peru, French Guiana, and neighboring regions.

Interesting Fact(s): Rosewood has been prized for centuries in the construction of guitars, pianos, and other musical instruments, and many believe its rich tonal qualities help create music that inspires emotion and reflection.

Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil is cold pressed from the peel of the grapefruit (Citrus paradisi), a citrus fruit believed to have originated in the Caribbean in the 18th century as a natural hybrid of sweet orange and pomelo. Historically, grapefruit and other citrus fruits were valued for their refreshing flavor, aromatic oils, and traditional uses in cleansing, culinary practices, and wellness preparations. Today, grapefruit peel oil is widely used in all-natural soaps, lotions, body care products, perfumes, and aromatherapy blends, where it is appreciated for its bright, uplifting citrus aroma and vibrant botanical character.

• INCI name: Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil
• Ingredient type: Essential Oil
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Cold-pressed
• Parts used: Peel
• Aroma: Fresh, tangy citrus with a distinctive sweet-bitter grapefruit character and an invigorating “juicy” note.
• Key constituents: d-Limonene, alpha-pinene, beta-pinene, sabinene, myrcene, gamma-terpinene, llinalool, alpha-terpineol, citronellal, nootkatone.
• Native region(s): Caribbean/West Indies

Interesting Fact(s): It’s often used in perfumery as a top-note citrus material because its volatile terpenes fade relatively quickly compared with heavier base-note essential oils.

Sunflower lecithin is a naturally occurring phospholipid extracted from sunflower seeds (Helianthus annuus), a plant native to North America that has been cultivated for centuries and is now grown worldwide. Historically, sunflowers were an important crop for many Indigenous peoples, who used the seeds for food, oil, and other practical purposes, while lecithin became widely utilized as natural extraction methods advanced. Silver Botanicals extensively uses sunflower lecithin its all-natural formulations where it serves as a natural emulsifier that helps blend oil- and water-based ingredients into smooth, stable formulations.

• INCI name: Lecithin
• Ingredient type: Emmulsifier
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Extracted from seeds
• Parts used: Seeds
• Key constituents: A mixture of phospholipids (notably phosphatidylcholine) plus other minor constituents such as triglycerides and other accompanying fractions.
• Native region(s): North America

Interesting Fact(s): Sunflower lecithin is commonly used as a non-soy lecithin option for emulsification, and it’s produced as a byproduct of sunflower oil processing.

Bay leaf essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves of the bay laurel tree (Laurus nobilis), an evergreen native to the Mediterranean region that has been cultivated since ancient times. Historically, bay laurel was revered by the ancient Greeks and Romans as a symbol of honor and victory, while its aromatic leaves were widely used bay leaves to relieve digestive disorders, joint pain, respiratory ailments, and muscular discomfort. Silver Botanicals goes to great step to procure authentic bay leaf essential oil for use in its all-natural essential oil blends used in our deodorants where it is appreciated for its warm, spicy, herbaceous aroma and enduring Mediterranean botanical heritage.

• INCI name: Laurus Nobilis Oil
• Ingredient type: Essential Oil
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Steam-distilled from leaves
• Parts used: Leaves
• Aroma: Herbal, slightly floral, and aromatic/“leafy” with a clean, medicinal edge
• Key constituents: Eugenol, myrcene, chavicol, linalool, limonene
• Native region(s): Asia Minor/Mediterranean region

Interesting Fact(s): “Bay laurel” is frequently confused with other related oils, but leaf distillation from Laurus nobilis gives a different oil profile than, for example, Pimenta racemosa (bay/bay rum oil) even though the names sound similar.

Sage essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves of the common sage plant (Salvia officinalis), an aromatic herb native to the Mediterranean region that has been cultivated for more than 2,000 years. Historically, sage was used in European and Mediterranean herbal medicine to soothe sore throats, improve digestion, enhance memory, reduce excessive perspiration, and support women's health. becoming one of the most respected herbs in Mediterranean culture. Sage essential oil is included in several of Silver Botanicals' all-natural products where it is appreciated for its warm, herbaceous aroma and health benefits.

• INCI name: Salvia officinalis
• Ingredient type: Essential Oil
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Steam-distilled from leaves and flowering tops
• Parts used: Leaves and flowering tops
• Aroma: Herbaceous, earthy, camphoraceous, and slightly spicy
• Key constituents: Thujone, camphor, borneol, camphene, and 1, 8-cineole
• Native region(s): Mediterranean region

Interesting Fact(s): The Latin name Salvia comes from salvare, meaning "to save" or "to heal."

Geranium essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves and flowers of the rose geranium (Pelargonium graveolens), a fragrant plant native to South Africa that has been cultivated around the world since the 17th century. Traditional African and European herbalists used geranium to help treat skin disorders, minor wounds, infections, and digestive complaints. Geranium essential oil is widely used in Silver Botanicals' all-natural products, where it is appreciated for its fresh, floral scent, skin-supporting properties and enduring botanical heritage.

• INCI name: Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
• Ingredient type: Essential Oil
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Steam-distilled from the leaves and stems.
• Parts used: Leaves and stems
• Aroma: Fresh, rosy, green, lightly minty, and slightly citrus-like.
• Key constituents: Citronellol, geraniol, linalool, citronellyl formate, isomenthone.
• Native region(s): South Africa

Interesting Fact(s): Geranium oil is frequently used as a natural substitute or complement to rose oil because of its similar floral profile.

Geranium Bourbon essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves and flowers of the Bourbon variety of rose geranium (Pelargonium graveolens), cultivated primarily on Réunion Island, formerly known as Île Bourbon, in the Indian Ocean. Geranium Bourbon was traditionally valued for soothing skin irritations, supporting wound care, and promoting emotional well-being through its fragrance. Today, Silver Botanicals goes to great lengths to properly source and use geranium bourbon essential oil in particular all-natural formulations where it is valued for its soft, rose-like fragrance, premium botanical quality, and unique home and health benefits.

• INCI name: Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
• Ingredient type: Essential Oil
• Method(s) of extraction or purification: Steam-distilled from leaves and stems.
• Parts used: Leaves and stems
• Aroma: Rich, rosy, sweet, green, and slightly minty.
• Key constituents: Citronellol, geraniol, linalool, citronellyl formate.
• Native region(s): Originally South Africa; Bourbon geranium is primarily cultivated on Réunion Island.

Interesting Fact(s): Bourbon geranium is often considered one of the finest geranium oils because of its exceptionally balanced rosy fragrance.

Zinc oxide is a naturally occurring mineral compound derived from zinc, an essential element found throughout the Earth, and it has been used in various forms for thousands of years. Historically, zinc-containing minerals were valued by ancient civilizations for pigments, ointments, and practical applications, with zinc oxide becoming more widely produced through refining methods developed over time. Zinc oxide is used in all of Silver Botanicals' all-natural deodorants where it is appreciated as a mineral-based ingredient that contributes to effective deodorizing formulations.

• INCI name: Zinc Oxide
• Ingredient type: Inorganic mineral; physical UV filter / skin protectant
• Key constituents: Zinc Oxide (ZnO)

Interesting Fact(s): Zinc oxide is a “physical” UV filter that sits on the skin surface to reflect/scatter UV rather than absorbing it like many chemical filters

Colloidal silver is made by dispersing microscopic particles of silver in purified water, building on the long history of silver as a naturally occurring element that has been valued by civilizations around the world for thousands of years. Historically, silver was used in ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and other cultures in vessels, utensils, and various traditional preparations because of its durability, value, and perceived ability to protect ones health. Colloidal silver is a cornerstone to all of Silver Botanicals' formulations, being featured in all of our all-natural, personal and household care products.

• INCI name: Colloidal Silver
• Ingredient type: colloid
• Key constituents: Nanosilver particles

Interesting Fact(s): In some cultures, silver is treated like a “protector” material. Beyond modern explanations, silver’s historical reputation for cleanliness and preservation fed into beliefs about warding off illness or decay. For example, silver was used for drinking vessels to reduce spoilage of stored liquids.