Oasis Serene Ingredient List

Due to conflicting definitions of the word "natural," many products that call themselves "natural" actually contain harmful and toxic synthetic chemicals. Nowhere is this more common and even accepted than in personal care products, such as creams, lotions, cosmetics, deodorants and shampoos.

While some of the chemicals may be considered relatively benign (by the chemical industry), others have been linked to ill health and toxic build-up while all contribute to environmental harm. We must also consider that the average person uses between 5-15 personal care products, daily, which can certainly begin to put a chemical over-load on the body. Because of this, we suggest that you avoid products that contain carbomers, triethanolamine, quarterniums, stearal konium chloride, DEA, imidazolidinyl urea, methyl, propyl or butyl parabens, propylene or butylene glycols, sodium benzoate, phenoxyethanol and ethoxydiglycol. We would also recommend avoiding ethoxylated wetting agents, such as PEG 8 Stearate, PEG 100 Stearate, Polyethylene Glycol, Polysorbate 60, or Polysorbate 80, which may be contaminated with 1,4-dioxane, a known carcinogen. Note: "Gels" may contain triethanolamine.

We are often asked why we do not include additional herbs and oils in Oasis Serene. The main reason is that simplicity is often best. The number two reason is that should a person be allergic to a particular herb, it is often difficult, if not impossible, to decide which herb is causing the concern. And, since every woman is different, not every one will need or want the exact same herbs. For instance, if a woman is using natural progesterone cream for infertility then she would not want a cream that includes herbs which are contraindicated for pregnancy. It's always a good idea to use herbs cautiously and to use them independent of each other in order to be able to judge the effectiveness of the herb. While an ingredient list may "look" impressive because of all the many natural herbs/oils, this does not indicate that the cream will be more effective. In fact, the results may be unwanted side-effects from the herbs themselves.

When selecting your personal care products (including your natural progesterone cream), make sure that the entire cream, and not just the main ingredients, are natural. Stay away from ingredients which you cannot pronounce. When purchasing from the Internet, if a complete ingredient list is not made available, call the manufacturer or site owner for a complete and accurate ingredient list and ask why this list is not readily available for the customer. There should be nothing to hide.

While many manufacturers/formulators say it is impossible to make creams and lotions without synthetic chemicals, this is just not true. It is difficult to find labs that have retained the art of making truly natural personal care products, for most of their chemists are young, and have learned their trade in the chemical age. But, purists do exist, and supporting them furthers both our own personal health, and the purity of the environment.

You'll Love What We Are Made Of!

Wellness Water, Vegetable Stearic Acid, Sweet Almond Oil, Vegetable Glycerine, Cold-Pressed-Whole Leaf Aloe Vera, USP Progesterone (Mexican Wild Yam), Vitamins A (emulsified), Living B-Complex, C (Camu Camu), D-3 (emulsified) & E (mixed tocopherols and tocotrienols) and Rosemary Essential Oil (Rosmarinus officinalis).

Wellness Water

Water is the most important ingredient of any product and thus should be of high quality and purity. Wellness Water is energized, magnetized, purified and enhanced for health. We start with distilled water (packaged in glass bottles) and pass it through the wellness water enhancement system containing the following elements:

• Taichoseki is a proprietary media used in all Wellness Filters®. Water treated with Taichoseki mineral stone takes on minerals that promote immune function.
  
• Bakuhanseki is a proprietary media used in all Wellness Filters®. The Japan Ministry of Health uses Wellness Filter® water in their hospitals and in many of their approved health bathing spas. The Bakuhanseki mineral adjusts the water to a stable alkaline pH, increases dissolved oxygen, removes harmful substances and enhances the taste of the water. It will also remove lead, mercury, and chromium from tap water. It imparts trace Angstrom size minerals (silica, potassium, and magnesium).
  
• SPG Sand: Obtained from volcanic rocks, the surface area of this material is 6.16 sq. meters per gram and provides 0.5-micron level filtration. Produces high efficiency filtration, removes parasites and absorbs trace heavy metals, and yields very pure water.
  
• Granulated Activated Carbon: Made from highest quality coconut shell carbon. Removes chlorine, chlorinated hydrocarbons, organics, volatiles, MTBE, tastes and odors.
  
• Magnet & Magnetite Stone: High flux density (greater than 4,500 gauss) magnetic stone and magnets create magnetic field in filter for magnetic resonance activation of the water. Lowers surface tension, increases solubility and increases cellular absorption.
  
• Far-Infrared Ceramic: Proprietary ceramic media made from far infrared emitting stone at 2,200°F. Produces hydroxyl ions and hydrogen ions in water which neutralize free radicals.

Vegetable Stearic Acid

Our Stearic Acid is 100% Palm (vegetable) derived, with no added chemicals, emulsifiers or other agents. Popularly used to emulsify, thicken, bind, and stabilize lotions and creams, Stearic Acid has become the number one choice for most body care manufacturers. Stearic Acid occurs naturally in vegetable and animal fats. Stearic acid is best known for the "pearly" and "waxy" feel that it adds to your body care products, which ultimately has a cooling effect when applied on the skin.

Sweet Almond Oil

Sweet Almond Oil is one of the most useful and commonly used oils. It is great for all skin types as an acting emollient and is best known for its ability to soften, soothe, and re-condition the skin. It is truly wonderful as a carrier oil and is equally superb for addition to body care products. Natural expeller pressed oil from raw almond kernels and exceptionally rich in fatty acids. Certified organic.

Vegetable Glycerine

Our vegetable glycerin is pure 100% vegetable glycerin/glycerine and used to retain moisture and helpful in pulling oxygen and bringing it into the skin. It occurs in combined form (triglycerides) in all animal fats and vegetable oils and constitutes, on average, about 10 percent of these materials. Vegetable glycerine is a natural emollient that adds a cooling effect on the skin and has found itself in most skin care products and soaps. Also very useful in making non-alcohol herbal extracts, which are called glycerites. This makes for a sweet alcohol free extract that can be easily administered to children and animals. It is free of: sugar, salt, preservatives, chemical additives, solvents, fillers. Vegetable glycerin is a natural solvent which means many things will dissolve into glycerin easier than they do into water or alcohol. Water is also considered a solvent.

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera is known to penetrate, re-hydrate and soothe the skin. We use Aloe Vera 200x made from the Aloe Barbadensis Miller Plant. Studies show that aloe vera improves the skin's ability to hydrate itself, aids in the removal of dead skin cells and has an effective penetrating ability that helps transport healthy substances through the skin. Aloe vera is also a great skin moisturizer that helps to keep skin supple by bringing oxygen to the cells, and therefore increasing the synthesis and strength of skin tissue. Aloe Vera also acts as a natural preservative. Our Aloe Vera does not contain sodium benzoate. Sodium Benzoate contains the same active ingredient portion "Benzoate" as Methyl Paraben and Propel Paraben.

USP Progesterone

USP stands for United States Pharmacopoeia. The title "USP Progesterone" or (USP) differentiates natural progesterone from synthetic progesterone. This means the progesterone which is formulated is identical (bio-identical) to that which is secreted from the female ovaries. Even though it is done in a laboratory, no chemicals are added to it, they are simply chemically modified in a special conversion process. USP stands for United States Pharmacopea and indicates that the Progesterone meets the standards set in the U.S. We use "Micronized" USP Progesterone, the natural form of progesterone, broken down into very tiny particles. The process of micronization allows for steady, even absorption of the USP Progesterone. Oasis Serene is derived from the wild yam plant.

Vitamins A, B-Complex, C, D & E

We have chosen the above vitamins for their goodness to the skin. Topical vitamin E (mixed tocopherols and tocotrienols) has been shown to have a wide variety of skin benefits. Many studies have shown that vitamin E can help decrease the effects of psoriasis, erythema, and may help in reducing the risk of skin cancer. Vitamin E has also been shown to significantly help in the reduction of scaring from wounds and has been shown to help reduce the appearance of stretch marks on the skin. Vitamin A in lotions and creams is a necessity for overall healthy skin and a great complexion. While many retinol benefits can be realized from dietary intake, topical retinol application is known to stimulate the growth of the base layer of skin cells, in that it helps the cells differentiate normally and provides its structural integrity. A few of the lesser known uses of Vitamin A in a topical lotion is that it helps remedy rough, dry skin for people suffering from psoriasis, and is also used as a topical acne treatment. Vitamin C (Camu-Camu) is a very effective antioxidant and will protect skin against environmental oxidative pollutants and UV radiation. Dermatologists utilize vitamin C because it is proven to fight the damaging effects of free radicals. Vitamin D-3 is formed in the body in part by interaction with sun light. Vitamin D is considered to be an antioxidant and anti-carcinogen, and may play a role in skin pigmentation. Since it can be absorbed by the skin, applying this vitamin topically can have an effect on skin's health. B-Complex vitamins are a team, where all of them are water-soluble, which means that they are absorbed directly into the blood. B-Complex vitamins are coenzymes involved in energy production, and may be useful for alleviating depression or anxiety.

Rosemary Essential Oil

Has shown antimicrobial and antifungal activity when used in skincare products. We use pure, organic 100% Rosemary Essential Oil.

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