Red Vine - Vitis vinifera . Extract from the leaves of the grape vine, known for its soothing, toning properties, and as an "anti-blotchiness" skin treatment. An anti-inflammatory, it helps reduce redness and irritation. High in antioxidant vitamin C, choline and inositol.

Reticulin - One of the three main proteins found in the skin, often used in cellular repair creams for its ability to attract and retain moisture.

Riboflavin - (Vitamin B-2) This antioxidant B vitamin is an integral part of the chemical process that produces glutathione, which protects skin cells from free radical damage. Very beneficial to the skin and nails. (See also Vitamin B-complex)

Roman Camomile Oil - Anthemis nobilis . Known for its antiinflammatory and skin-soothing properties, its use in hair and skin care goes back to ancient times. Brings out highlights in lighter hair.

Rosa Mosqueta Rose Hip Seed Oil - Rosa rubiginosa . Oil from the rose hips of a rare rose that grows in Chile's Andes mountains. High in vitamin C, and linoleic and linolenic acids, essential fatty acids necessary for skin cell regeneration, it has been used by South American Indians for hundreds of years for its healing and moisturizing properties. Clinical tests have shown that Rosa Mosqueta, applied regularly, helps fade scarring and skin discolorations and encourage skin cell growth. There's no better moisturizer for dry or mature skin and brittle, damaged hair.

Rose Geranium - Pelargonium roseum . Essential oil used in skin care for its soothing and aromatic properties. (See also Geranium)

Rose Oil - (Rose Otto) Rosa damascena . Essential oil obtained by steam distillation. Used for its skin softening properties and pleasant fragrance.

Rosehip Seed Oil - Regenerates, moisturizes, heals . Our bright orange, unrefined Rosehip Seed oil is used to reduce scarring and facial lines, soften scars and retard premature aging. It is high in vitamin F (essential fatty acids).

Rosemary Extract - A potent natural antioxidant, protecting our oils from rancidity. Extracted from the fresh leaves of the herb. It's properties are antibacterial, soothing and wound healing.

Rosemary Oil - Rosmarinus officinalis . Essential oil beneficial to both hair and skin for its antioxidant, toning and purifying properties. In hair care products it is said to stimulate hair follicles to grow and encourage circulation to the scalp. Used in hair rinses, particularly in combination with sage, it soothes and conditions the scalp and helps remove buildup and prevent flaking.

Rosewater - Rosa damascena . A byproduct of the distillation of fresh rose petals, this hydrosol or floral water is a natural hydrator and antiirritant. Used in cosmetics since the 10th century, it is an excellent soothing agent for dry, sensitive skin.

Rosewood - (Bois de Rose) Aniba rosaeodora . Essential oil often used for its pleasant, woody-floral fragrance. A mild analgesic and cellular stimulant.

Royal Jelly - Substance secreted in the digestive tube of worker bees. A powerful nutrient high in amino acids, minerals and vitamins A, B, C and E. Very soothing and moisturizing to the skin.