This glossary explains the ingredients used in our natural cosmetics. Ingredients marked with an asterisk are fragrance allergens that must be named in an INCI ingredient list when their concentration exceeds the applicable threshold. Colourants, including those of natural origin, are identified by CI followed by five digits.
For soap, the ingredient list describes the finished product after saponification. Names such as Sodium cocoate or Sodium olivate identify the soap salts formed when the corresponding oil reacts with sodium hydroxide. Check each product's current ingredient list for its exact formula.
Corn starch (INCI: Zea mays starch)
Organic corn starch is used to soften and exfoliate the skin, helping remove dead skin cells and leave a smooth feel. It is used in our orange-blossom-scented bath salts. It is obtained by mixing, washing and drying. Origin: Austria.
Products containing this ingredient: Bath salts: Orangeraie Oubliée, Figueraie Sauvage, Lagon Étincelant
White clay (INCI: Kaolin)
Kaolin is a naturally occurring hydrated aluminium silicate in the clay family. It is used in deodorants to absorb moisture. It is obtained by kaolinisation, refining and grinding. Mineral source: granite. Origin: United Kingdom.
Products containing this ingredient: Deodorants: Nature, Citrus, Coconut, Détente cellulaire + CBD
Golden yellow clay (INCI: Kaolin)
This naturally occurring mineral clay is used to give our soaps an orange colour. Also called yellow clay, it is obtained by micronisation. Origin: Brazil.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Pavé de Paris Original, Orangeraie Oubliée, Roseraie Enchantée, Calanque Déserte, Figueraie Sauvage, Bath salts — Figueraie Sauvage, Bath salts — Orangeraie Oubliée
Benzyl benzoate* (INCI: Benzyl Benzoate)
Benzyl benzoate occurs naturally in ylang-ylang essential oil used in our cold-process soaps. It contributes a very light balsamic scent. It occurs naturally in certain essential oils.
This fragrance allergen must be declared in the INCI list above the applicable concentration threshold under European cosmetic regulations, to inform people who may be allergic to it.
Products containing this ingredient: Lagon Étincelant
Saponified shea butter (INCI: Sodium shea butterate)
This is the result of the saponification reaction between organic shea butter and sodium hydroxide, also called the sodium salts of shea butter fatty acids. Our shea butter is mechanically pressed from shea kernels and sourced through fair trade. It is then refined to give it a neutral scent. Saponified shea butter helps make our soaps firm. Plant part: kernel. Origin: Burkina Faso.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Scrub, Le Pavé Scrub
Sodium bicarbonate (INCI: Sodium bicarbonate)
Sodium bicarbonate, also called sodium hydrogen carbonate or baking soda (NaHCO3), is a white crystalline powder used in deodorants. It helps absorb moisture and reduce odour by controlling bacterial growth. It is made from mineral ingredients by carbonating a sodium carbonate solution with carbon dioxide.
Products containing this ingredient: Deodorants; Nature, Citrus, Coconut, Détente Cellulaire + CBD
Bisabolol (INCI: Bisabolol)
Bisabolol, also known as levomenol, is obtained by distilling candeia wood essential oil. It is a lightly scented, oily liquid used as a skin-soothing ingredient. Origin: Brazil.
Products containing this ingredient: Massage oil — Périnée
Magnesium carbonate (INCI: Magnesium carbonate hydroxide)
Magnesium carbonate (MgCO3) is a white solid mineral ingredient obtained from Dead Sea salts. It absorbs moisture to leave skin feeling smooth and dry. The listed production method adds CO2 to magnesium hydroxide. Origin: Israel/Jordan.
Products containing this ingredient: Deodorants: Nature, Citrus, Coconut, Détente Cellulaire + CBD
CBD (INCI: Cannabidiol)
Cannabidiol (CBD) is a molecule naturally found in cannabis. It is a lipophilic cannabinoid, meaning it has an affinity with fats, so it is commonly incorporated into oil-containing formulas. It is used in some of our cosmetics. Extraction method: supercritical CO2. Origin: United States.
Products containing this ingredient: Cleansing soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Exfoliating soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Oil — Détente Cellulaire + CBD Facial serum — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Équilibre oil + CBD 5%, Équilibre oil + CBD 10%, Équilibre oil + CBD 20% Deodorant — Détente Cellulaire + CBD
Microcrystalline cellulose (INCI: Microcrystalline Cellulose)
Microcrystalline cellulose is made from plant fibre. This absorbent powder also helps give our deodorants a soft feel. Its source material is hardwood, including beech, and softwood, including spruce, from European and American forests. Origin: plant-derived.
Products containing this ingredient: Deodorants; Nature Citrus, Coconut, Détente Cellulaire + CBD .
Triethyl citrate (INCI: Triethyl Citrate)
Triethyl citrate is frequently used in deodorants as an alternative to aluminium salts. It inhibits the enzymatic breakdown of components of perspiration, helping reduce body odour. It is made by esterifying citric acid with ethanol. Source materials include corn glucose syrup, molasses, sugar beet or sugar cane. Origin: synthesised from plant-derived materials.
Products containing this ingredient: Deodorants: Nature, Citrus, Coconut, Détente Cellulaire + CBD
Citral* (INCI: Citral)
Citral occurs naturally in essential oils used to fragrance our soaps, including orange and lemon oils. It contributes a fresh, zesty scent. It occurs naturally in certain essential oils.
This fragrance allergen must be declared in the INCI list above the applicable concentration threshold under European cosmetic regulations, to inform people who may be allergic to it.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Pavé de Paris Original, Orangeraie Oubliée, Roseraie Enchantée, Calanque Déserte, Bath salts — Orangeraie oubliée, Deodorant — Citrus, Oil — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Massage oil — Deep Tissue
Citronellol* (INCI: Citronellol)
Citronellol occurs naturally in geranium essential oil used to fragrance our cold-process soaps, and also in rose and citronella essential oils. It contributes a floral note. It occurs naturally in certain essential oils.
This fragrance allergen must be declared in the INCI list above the applicable concentration threshold under European cosmetic regulations, to inform people who may be allergic to it.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Scrub, Le Pavé Scrub, Roseraie Enchantée, Deodorant — Citrus, Massage oil — Deep Relax
Coumarin (INCI: Coumarin)
Coumarin occurs naturally in natural-origin fragrances and certain essential oils. It contributes a vanilla-like scent. It is a fragrance allergen listed under European cosmetic regulations and must appear in the INCI list above the applicable concentration threshold.
Products containing this ingredient: Massage oil — Deep Relax
Water (INCI: Aqua)
Demineralised water is used to dilute the sodium hydroxide needed for saponification, producing a solution. It is obtained by filtration. Origin: France.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Pavé de Paris Original, Le Pavé de Paris Neutre Le Môme, Le Scrub, Le Pavé Scrub, Forêt Sacrée, Orangeraie Oubliée, Roseraie Enchantée, Orange Douce, Lavandin Super, Calanque Déserte, Lagon Étincelant, Figueraie Sauvage, Cleansing soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Exfoliating soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD
Ethanol (INCI: Alcohol)
Ethanol, also called alcohol or denatured alcohol, is used in cosmetics as a preservative and antibacterial ingredient. In hydroalcoholic solutions it acts as a disinfectant against bacteria, microbes and other microorganisms. It is obtained by fermentation and distillation from sugar beet or sugar cane.
Eugenol* (INCI: Eugenol)
Eugenol occurs naturally in essential oils used to fragrance our soaps, particularly clove oil. It is used in making vanillin and as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics. It occurs naturally in certain essential oils.
This fragrance allergen must be declared in the INCI list above the applicable concentration threshold under European cosmetic regulations, to inform people who may be allergic to it.
Products containing this ingredient: Forêt Sacrée, Calanque Déserte, Facial serum — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Oil — Détente Cellulaire + CBD
Farnesol* (INCI: Farnesol)
Farnesol occurs naturally in the ylang-ylang essential oil used in our cold-process soaps. It contributes a floral scent with lily-of-the-valley notes. It occurs naturally in certain essential oils.
This fragrance allergen must be declared in the INCI list above the applicable concentration threshold under European cosmetic regulations, to inform people who may be allergic to it.
Products containing this ingredient: Lagon Étincelant, Massage oil — Deep Relax
Geraniol* (INCI: Geraniol)
Geraniol occurs naturally in geranium and bergamot mint essential oils used in our cold-process soaps, as well as in palmarosa and rose essential oils. It contributes a light rose note. It occurs naturally in certain essential oils.
This fragrance allergen must be declared in the INCI list above the applicable concentration threshold under European cosmetic regulations, to inform people who may be allergic to it.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Pavé de Paris Original, Le Scrub, Le Pavé Scrub, Roseraie Enchantée, Calanque Déserte, Lagon Étincelant, Oil — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Massage oil — Deep Tissue
Glycerin (INCI: Glycerin)
Plant-derived glycerin, also called glycerol, forms naturally during saponification as a coproduct of soapmaking. It is a moisturising ingredient that helps maintain the skin's hydrolipidic film.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Pavé de Paris Original Le Pavé de Paris Neutre Le Môme, Le Scrub Le Pavé Scrub, Forêt Sacrée, Orangeraie Oubliée, Roseraie Enchantée, Orange Douce, Lavandin Super, Calanque Déserte, Lagon Étincelant, Figueraie Sauvage Cleansing soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Exfoliating soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD
Poppy seeds (INCI: Papaver somniferum seed)
Organic poppy seeds are used in our soaps as a natural exfoliant. Plant part: seeds. Origin: Turkey.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Scrub, Le Pavé Scrub
Sweet almond oil (INCI: Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil)
Organic virgin sweet almond oil is cold-pressed directly from almond seeds. It is rich in omega-9 fatty acids and is used to nourish, soften and comfort dry skin. Origin: Spain.
Products containing this ingredient: Virgin sweet almond oil, Oil — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Massage oil — Périnée, Massage oil — Deep Tissue, Massage oil — Deep Relax, Massage oil — Neutre
Arnica oil (INCI: Arnica Montana Flower Extract)
Arnica is a perennial plant from mountainous regions. Arnica oil, also called an oily extract of Arnica montana flowers, is made by cold-macerating the flowers in sunflower oil. It is used in our Deep Tissue massage oil. Origin: France.
Products containing this ingredient: Massage oil — Deep Tissue
Avocado oil (INCI: Persea gratissima oil)
Organic virgin avocado oil is rich in vitamins A, D and E. It is used for its emollient and moisturising properties to nourish and soften the skin. It is made from the fruit pulp by cold pressing followed by centrifugation. Origin: Spain.
Products containing this ingredient: Virgin avocado oil
Olive oil (INCI: Olea europaea fruit oil)
Organic olive oil is extracted directly from the fruit by mechanical means. We use it as a superfatting oil in cold-process soap for its nourishing, softening and protective cosmetic properties. Origin: Spain, Tunisia, Italy or Greece.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Pavé de Paris Neutre, Le Pavé de Paris Original
Saponified olive oil (INCI: Sodium olivate)
This is the product of the saponification reaction between organic olive oil and sodium hydroxide, also called sodium olivate or sodium salts of olive oil fatty acids. It contributes to the mild feel of our cold-process soaps. Plant part: fruit. Origin: Spain, Tunisia, Italy or Greece.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Pavé de Paris Neutre, Le Pavé de Paris Original
Calendula oil (INCI: Calendula Officinalis Flower)
Calendula, or marigold, is a herbaceous plant with yellow or orange-yellow flowers. Calendula oil is an oily extract of the flowers, used for soothing cosmetic care of dry and delicate skin. Origin: France.
Products containing this ingredient: Calendula-infused oil, Massage oil — Neutre, Le Môme
Carrot oil (INCI: Daucus carota sativa root extract)
This oily extract is made from cut carrot roots and contains beta-carotene, lutein and vitamin A. It is used in cosmetic care intended to give skin a brighter appearance. Origin: France.
Products containing this ingredient: Carrot-infused oil
Saponified hemp oil (INCI: Sodium hempseedate)
This is the product of the saponification reaction between organic hemp seed oil and sodium hydroxide, also called sodium salts of hemp oil fatty acids. It contributes to the mild feel of our soaps. Plant part: seeds. Origin: France.
Products containing this ingredient: Cleansing soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Exfoliating soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD
Hemp seed oil (INCI: Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil)
This oil is extracted from the seeds of Cannabis sativa by cold pressing. It contains vitamin E and omega-3 fatty acids and is used to nourish and soften the skin. Also called hemp oil or Cannabis sativa seed oil. Origin: France.
Products containing this ingredient: Cleansing soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Exfoliating soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Oil — Détente Cellulaire + CBD Facial serum — Détente Cellulaire + CBD Équilibre oil + CBD 5% Équilibre oil + CBD 10%, Équilibre oil + CBD 20%
Coconut oil (INCI: Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil)
Coconut oil is a plant oil made from the coconut's endosperm, or flesh. It is cold-pressed from dried pulp. It gives our deodorants structure and a melting texture, and helps nourish and soften the skin. Origin: Philippines.
Products containing this ingredient: Deodorants; Nature, Citrus, Coconut, Détente cellulaire + CBD
Saponified coconut oil (INCI: Sodium cocoate)
This is the product of the saponification reaction between organic coconut or copra oil and sodium hydroxide. Also called sodium cocoate or sodium salts of coconut fatty acids, it gives our soaps firmness and helps them lather. Plant part: dried pulp. Origin: Philippines.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Pavé de Paris Original Le Pavé de Paris Neutre Le Môme, Le Scrub Le Pavé Scrub, Forêt Sacrée, Orangeraie Oubliée, Roseraie Enchantée, Orange Douce, Lavandin Super, Calanque Déserte, Lagon Étincelant, Figueraie Sauvage, Cleansing soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Exfoliating soap — Détente Cellulaire+ CBD
Sesame seed oil (INCI: Sesamum indicum seed oil)
Organic virgin sesame seed oil is rich in omega-6 and omega-9 fatty acids. It is used to nourish and soften the skin. Its fluid texture absorbs readily without leaving a greasy film. Plant part: seeds. Origin: Côte d'Ivoire, Paraguay or Rwanda.
Products containing this ingredient: Massage oil — Deep Tissue, Massage oil — Deep Relax, Oil — Détente Cellulaire + CBD
Jojoba oil (INCI: Simmondsia chinensis seed oil)
Organic jojoba oil, also called jojoba wax, is a liquid wax cold-pressed from jojoba seeds. Its composition resembles that of human sebum. It is used for skin and hair care for its moisturising, softening feel. Origin: Peru.
Products containing this ingredient: Virgin jojoba oil, Facial serum — Détente Cellulaire + CBD
St John's wort oil (INCI: Hypericum Perforatum Extract)
This oily extract of St John's wort is made by cold-macerating the flowering tops in sunflower oil. It is used for soothing cosmetic skin care. Origin: France.
Products containing this ingredient: St John's wort-infused oil, Massage oil — Deep Relax
Apricot kernel oil (INCI: Prunus armeniaca kernel oil)
Organic apricot kernel oil is cold-pressed directly from the fruit kernels. Rich in unsaturated fatty acids, it has an emollient, nourishing feel and helps maintain the skin's hydrolipidic film. It leaves skin supple. Origin: Turkey or Pakistan.
Products containing this ingredient: Virgin apricot kernel oil, Massage oil — Neutre, Massage oil — Périnée, Facial serum — Détente Cellulaire + CBD
Castor oil (INCI: Ricinus communis seed oil)
Organic castor oil is cold-pressed from castor seeds. It is used as an emollient and softening ingredient for skin and hair care. Origin: India.
Products containing this ingredient: Virgin castor oil
Saponified castor oil (INCI: Sodium ricinoleate / castorate)
This is the result of the saponification reaction between organic castor oil and sodium hydroxide, also called sodium ricinoleate or sodium salts of castor oil fatty acids. It helps our soaps lather. Plant part: seeds. Origin: India.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Pavé de Paris Original, Le Pavé de Paris Neutre
Sunflower oil (INCI: Heliantus annuus seed oil)
Organic sunflower seed oil is obtained by cold pressing the seeds. We use it as a superfatting oil to make our soaps feel milder. Rich in linoleic acid, it helps protect the skin from dryness. Origin: Europe.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Môme, Le Scrub, Le Pavé Scrub, Forêt Sacrée, Orangeraie Oubliée, Roseraie Enchantée, Orange Douce, Lavandin Super, Calanque Déserte, Lagon Étincelant, Figueraie Sauvage, Massage oil — Neutre, Massage oil — Périnée, Massage oil — Deep Relax, Massage oil — Deep Tissue Bath salts — Figueraie Sauvage, Bath salts — Lagon Étincelant, Bath salts — Orangeraie Oubliée, Carrot-infused oil, Calendula-infused oil, St John's wort-infused oil, Facial serum — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Oil — Détente Cellulaire + CBD
Saponified sunflower oil (INCI: Sodium sunflowerseedate)
This is the product of the saponification reaction between sunflower seed oil and sodium hydroxide, also called sodium salts of sunflower oil fatty acids. It helps make our soap bars softer and mild on the skin. Plant part: seeds. Origin: Europe.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Scrub, Le Pavé Scrub, Forêt Sacrée, Orangeraie Oubliée, Roseraie Enchantée, Orange Douce, Lavandin Super, Calanque Déserte, Lagon Étincelant, Figueraie Sauvage Cleansing soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Exfoliating soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD
Tea tree essential oil (INCI: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil)
Organic tea tree essential oil is obtained by low-pressure steam distillation of the leaves. It is used as an ingredient in cosmetic formulas. Origin: South Africa.
Products containing this ingredient: Organic tea tree essential oil
Pink pepper essential oil (INCI: Schinus molle oil)
Organic pink pepper essential oil comes from Schinus molle, also called the wild pepper tree. It is obtained by distillation and used to fragrance our soaps. Origin: Ecuador or Madagascar.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Scrub, Le Pavé Scrub
Ho wood essential oil (INCI: Cinnamomum camphora leaf oil)
Ho wood essential oil, also known as shiu wood oil, comes from Cinnamomum camphora var. linaloolifera Y.Fujita. It is obtained by distilling camphor-tree leaves and is used for its aromatic qualities. Origin: China.
Lemon essential oil (INCI: Citrus limon peel oil)
Organic lemon essential oil comes from Citrus limon (L.) Burman F. It is cold-pressed from the fruit peel and used in our soaps for its fresh, lively scent. Origin: Spain.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Pavé de Paris Original, Organic lemon essential oil
Egyptian geranium essential oil (INCI: Pelargonium graveolens flower oil)
This essential oil comes from Pelargonium graveolens. It is obtained by steam distillation of the herbaceous parts of the plant and is used in our soaps for its floral scent. Origin: Egypt.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Scrub, Le Pavé Scrub, Massage oil — Deep Relax
Lavandin super essential oil (INCI: Lavandula hybrida oil)
Organic lavandin super essential oil is obtained by low-pressure steam distillation of the flowering tops. It is used as an aromatic ingredient in cosmetics. Origin: France.
Products containing this ingredient: Lavandin Super, Organic lavandin super essential oil, Massage oil — Deep Tissue
Bergamot mint essential oil (INCI: Mentha citrata herb oil)
Bergamot mint essential oil, also called lemon mint oil, comes from Mentha x citrata Ehrh. It is obtained by steam distillation of the aerial parts of the plant and gives our cold-process soaps a fresh, citrus-like scent. Origin: India.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Scrub, Le Pavé Scrub
Peppermint essential oil (INCI: Mentha piperita oil)
Organic peppermint essential oil is obtained by low-pressure steam distillation of the flowering aerial parts. It is used in cosmetics for its fresh, minty scent. Origin: India.
Products containing this ingredient: Peppermint essential oil
Sweet orange essential oil (INCI: Citrus aurantium dulcis oil)
Organic sweet orange essential oil comes from Citrus aurantium dulcis. It is cold-pressed from the fruit peel and gives our products their sweet, fruity scent. Origin: Mexico.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Pavé de Paris Original, Orange Douce, Organic sweet orange essential oil, Massage oil — Deep Relax
Wintergreen leaf essential oil (INCI: Gaultheria procumbens leaf oil)
Wintergreen essential oil comes from Gaultheria procumbens leaves and is rich in methyl salicylate. It is commonly used in formulas intended for sports massage. Production method: distillation. Origin: plant-derived.
Products containing this ingredient: Massage oil — Deep Tissue
Petitgrain bitter orange essential oil (INCI: Citrus aurantium amara leaf/twig oil)
Organic petitgrain essential oil is also called bitter orange leaf and twig oil and comes from Citrus × aurantium L. ssp amara. It is obtained by steam distillation of the leaves and twigs and gives our soaps a fresh, floral citrus scent. Origin: Paraguay.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Pavé de Paris Original
Ravintsara essential oil (INCI: Cinnamomum camphora leaf oil)
Organic ravintsara essential oil is obtained by low-pressure steam distillation of the leaves. Origin: Madagascar.
Products containing this ingredient: Ravintsara essential oil
Cineole rosemary essential oil (INCI: Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil)
Organic cineole rosemary essential oil is obtained by low-pressure steam distillation of the twigs and leafy tops. It is used as an ingredient in cosmetics. Origin: Tunisia.
Products containing this ingredient: Massage oil — Deep Tissue
Vetiver essential oil (INCI: Vetiveria zizanoides root oil)
Vetiver essential oil is obtained by distilling vetiver roots. It is used as an aromatic ingredient in our massage oil. Origin: plant-derived.
Products containing this ingredient: Massage oil — Deep Relax
Magnesium hydroxide (INCI: Magnesium Hydroxide)
Magnesium hydroxide (Mg(OH)2) is a white solid ingredient obtained from Dead Sea salts. It is used in deodorants to absorb moisture and help reduce odour by controlling bacterial growth. The listed production process is calcination and hydration of magnesium chloride. Origin: inorganic.
Products containing this ingredient: Deodorants: Nature, Citrus, Coconut, Détente Cellulaire + CBD
Menthyl lactate (INCI: Menthyl Lactate)
Menthyl lactate is a menthol derivative combining menthol and lactic acid. It gives a gentle, lasting cooling sensation on the skin. It is synthesised from natural menthol and natural lactic acid. Origin: China.
Products containing this ingredient: Massage oil — Deep Tissue
Limonene* (INCI: Limonene)
Limonene occurs naturally in orange and lemon essential oils used in several of our cold-process soaps. It gives the soaps their citrus note. It occurs naturally in certain essential oils.
This fragrance allergen must be declared in the INCI list above the applicable concentration threshold under European cosmetic regulations, to inform people who may be allergic to it.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Pavé de Paris Original, Le Scrub, Le Pavé Scrub, Forêt Sacrée, Orangeraie Oubliée, Roseraie Enchantée, Orange Douce, Lavandin Super, Calanque Déserte Lagon Étincelant, Figueraie Sauvage, Cleansing soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Exfoliating soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Bath salts — Figueraie Sauvage, Bath salts — Lagon Étincelant, Bath salts — Orangeraie Oubliée, Massage oil — Deep Tissue, Massage oil — Deep Relax, Facial serum — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Oil — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Deodorant — Citrus, Deodorant — Détente Cellulaire + CBD
Linalool* (INCI: Linalool)
Linalool occurs naturally in ho wood essential oil and, in smaller amounts, in lemon essential oil used in our soaps. It contributes a floral, lemon-like scent. It occurs naturally in certain essential oils.
This fragrance allergen must be declared in the INCI list above the applicable concentration threshold under European cosmetic regulations, to inform people who may be allergic to it.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Pavé de Paris Original, Le Scrub, Le Pavé Scrub, Forêt Sacrée, Orangeraie Oubliée, Roseraie Enchantée, Orange Douce, Lavandin Super, Calanque Déserte, Lagon Étincelant, Figueraie Sauvage, Cleansing soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Exfoliating soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD Bath salts — Figueraie Sauvage, Bath salts — Lagon Étincelant, Bath salts — Orangeraie Oubliée, Massage oil — Deep Tissue, Massage oil — Deep Relax, Facial serum — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Oil — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Deodorant — Citrus, Deodorant — Détente Cellulaire + CBD
Menthol (INCI: Menthol)
Menthol belongs to the alcohol family and is extracted from mint. It is used for its cooling sensation on the skin. The listed plant parts are leaves, stems and roots; the production method is distillation. Origin: India.
Products containing this ingredient: Massage oil — Deep Tissue
Anhydrous chromium oxide (INCI: CI 77288)
This high-purity, mineral-origin pigment, also called anhydrous chromium oxide, gives our soaps a green colour. Origin: France or the United States.
Fragrance (INCI: Parfum)
Our fragrances are 100% of natural origin and comply with the COSMOS standard. They are developed by a perfumer and used to scent our cold-process soaps. Working with them requires care because natural fragrances can be altered during saponification. Origin: France.
Products containing this ingredient: Forêt Sacrée, Orangeraie Oubliée, Roseraie Enchantée, Calanque Déserte, Lagon Étincelant, Figueraie Sauvage (in French), Cleansing soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Exfoliating soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Bath salts — Figueraie Sauvage, Bath salts — Lagon Étincelant, Bath salts — Orangeraie Oubliée, Facial serum — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Oil — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Deodorant — Coconut, Deodorant — Citrus, Deodorant — Détente Cellulaire + CBD
Hydrogen peroxide (INCI: Hydrogen peroxide)
Hydrogen peroxide is used to inactivate bacterial spores that may be present in a product. It is a preservative and antimicrobial ingredient used, among other applications, in hydroalcoholic solutions. The listed production methods are electrolysis and hydrolysis.
Yellow pigment (INCI: CI 77492)
This mineral-origin pigment, also called iron oxide, gives our soaps a yellow colour. Origin: France or the United States.
Products containing this ingredient: Forêt Sacrée, Lagon Étincelant, Bath salts — Lagon Étincelant
Black pigment (INCI: CI 77499)
This mineral-origin pigment, also called iron tetroxide, gives our soaps a black colour. Origin: France or the United States.
Products containing this ingredient: Forêt Sacrée, Figueraie Sauvage, Bath salts — Figueraie Sauvage
Red pigment (INCI: CI 77491)
This mineral-origin pigment, also called iron trioxide, gives our soaps a red colour. Origin: France or the United States.
Products containing this ingredient: Forêt Sacrée, Figueraie Sauvage, Bath salts — Figueraie Sauvage
Activated charcoal powder (INCI: Charcoal powder)
The activated charcoal powder we use comes from plant peat that is calcined, ground, sorted and purified. It is used as a colourant to make our soaps more opaque and also has cleansing and absorbent properties. Origin: Europe.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Pavé de Paris Original
Hemp seedcake powder (INCI: Cannabis sativa seedcake powder)
Seedcake is the solid residue left after extracting oil from oil-bearing seeds or fruits. This coproduct generally represents 50–75% of the mass of the seeds. Using hemp seedcake gives this material another use while providing an exfoliating, abrasive ingredient for skin care. Plant part: seeds. Production: coproduct of hemp oil extraction. Origin: France.
Products containing this ingredient: Exfoliating soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD
Rhyolite (INCI: Pumice)
This pinkish or light grey, silica-rich volcanic mineral is listed as Pumice in the INCI. It is ground and used as an abrasive ingredient to exfoliate the skin in cold-process soaps. Origin: United States.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Scrub, Le Pavé Scrub
Zinc ricinoleate (INCI: Zinc ricinoleate)
Zinc ricinoleate, also called zinc diricinoleate, is the zinc salt of ricinoleic acid. It helps absorb odours without inhibiting natural perspiration. Listed plant-derived source materials: castor oil and soybean oil. Production: conversion of zinc oxide and ricinoleic acid.
Products containing this ingredient: Deodorants: Nature, Citrus, Coconut, Détente cellulaire + CBD
Benzyl salicylate* (INCI: Benzyl salicylate)
Benzyl salicylate occurs naturally in several essential oils used in cold-process soaps, particularly ylang-ylang (Cananga odorata), and also in carnation oil (Dianthus caryophyllus) and Peru balsam. It gives soaps a soft, balsamic note. It occurs naturally in certain essential oils.
This fragrance allergen must be declared in the INCI list above the applicable concentration threshold under European cosmetic regulations, to inform people who may be allergic to it.
Products containing this ingredient: Lagon Étincelant, Bath salts — Lagon Étincelant
Dead Sea salts (INCI: Sea salt)
Dead Sea salts naturally contain minerals including potassium, magnesium, chlorine, sodium, calcium and bromine. They are used in our orange-blossom-scented bath salts. Production: harvesting, drying and sieving the salt grains. Origin: Jordan, Dead Sea.
Products containing this ingredient: Bath salts: Orangeraie Oubliée, Figueraie Sauvage, Lagon Étincelant
Caustic soda (INCI: Sodium hydroxyde, Aqua)
Liquid caustic soda, also called lye solution or sodium hydroxide solution, is sodium hydroxide diluted in water. It is a strong chemical base, commonly sold for DIY or household maintenance. It reacts with fats, such as oils or butters, to make soap and glycerin. We use it to make all our cold-process soaps. It is obtained by electrolysis of sodium chloride (NaCl). Origin: France.
Products containing this ingredient: Lye solution
About sodium hydroxide (in French).
Diatomaceous earth (INCI: Diatomaceous earth)
Diatomaceous earth is made of the fossilised, microporous silica skeletons of aquatic algae called diatoms. Its structure gives it high absorbency, and it is used in deodorants to absorb moisture. It is obtained by grinding natural deposits. Origin: Mexico.
Products containing this ingredient: Deodorants: Nature, Citrus, Coconut, Détente Cellulaire + CBD
Epsom salts (INCI: Magnesium sulfate)
Magnesium sulphate, commonly called Epsom salt, is a mineral compound valued for its magnesium content. It is used in our orange-blossom-scented bath salts. Production: filtering, evaporation and crystallisation of a magnesium sulphate solution. Origin: Czech Republic.
Products containing this ingredient: Bath salts: Orangeraie Oubliée, Figueraie Sauvage, Lagon Étincelant
Triheptanoin (INCI: Triheptanoin)
Triheptanoin is a natural-origin triglyceride of heptanoic acid. This palm-free emollient softens the skin and provides a dry, silky feel in our deodorants. It is used as a natural-origin alternative to silicones and is obtained from rapeseed and castor oils. Origin: Germany.
Products containing this ingredient: Deodorants: Nature, Citrus, Coconut, Détente cellulaire + CBD
Ultramarine violet (INCI: CI 77007)
This mineral-origin pigment, also called ultramarine violet, is used in our cold-process soaps to give them a blue colour with violet tones. Origin: France or the United States.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Pavé de Paris Original, Calanque Déserte, Figueraie Sauvage, Bath salts — Figueraie Sauvage
Vitamin E (INCI: Tocopherol)
Tocopherol is the cosmetic name for vitamin E. The tocopherol in our products is obtained by molecular distillation of sunflower oil. Its antioxidant function helps prevent the unsaponified superfatting oils from becoming rancid. Origin: Spain.
Products containing this ingredient: Le Pavé de Paris Original, Le Pavé de Paris Neutre, Le Môme, Le Scrub, Le Pavé Scrub, Forêt Sacrée, Orangeraie Oubliée Roseraie Enchantée Orange Douce Lavandin Super, Calanque Déserte, Lagon Étincelant, Figueraie Sauvage, Cleansing soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Exfoliating soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Bath salts — Figueraie Sauvage, Bath salts — Lagon Étincelant, Bath salts — Orangeraie Oubliée, Cleansing soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Exfoliating soap — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Oil — Détente Cellulaire + CBD Facial serum — Détente Cellulaire + CBD, Massage oil — Deep Relax, Massage oil — Deep Tissue, Massage oil — Neutre, Massage oil — Périnée, Deodorants: Nature, Citrus, Coconut, Détente Cellulaire + CBD