Shelf Life and Storage Information for Our Products and Ingredients

Finished Products - generally don't need to be refrigerated as they are preserved, but you can refrigerate them to extend their shelf life. The shelf life for most products is 9-12 months. Vitamin C Serum(s) and VitaResurface products should continually be refrigerated to extend their shelf life.
Sample Sizes - do have a shorter shelf life (generally 3-6 months), and items in jars can dry up quicker than this if the lid is not tightened well enough (Vitamin C Serums - use within 90 days).

Please Keep Your Products Out of Humidity, Heat, Direct Light and in a Dark Cabinet When Possible 

Exfoliating Acid - products have a shelf life of 9-12 months. The only things we don't suggest refrigerating are the Mandelic Acid Serums or Salicylic Acid Serums, as they can crystallize in the refrigerator. If this happens, you can set the product into a hot water bath to see if the crystals will dissolve.

Additional Items That Require Refrigeration and/or Kept in the Dark

Hydrosols and Distillates - remove 1 ounce of hydrosol and add it to a separate, sterilized spray bottle and spritzer. Keep the larger bottle in the refrigerator.
Carrier and Exotic Oils - generally refrigerate all carrier oils, although some very rich oils will solidify. This is fine. All you have to do is take the oil out, warm it up at room temperature, and it should liquefy. If not, set the bottle in a hot water bath and occasionally shake the bottle, which will hopefully turn into a liquid. Some oils, like coconut cream and jojoba oil, have a super long shelf life.    

Refrigeration of The Following Ingredients is Not Necessary, But it Won't hurt

Essential Oils - essential oils are best stored in a cool, dark place.   
Co2 Extracts - these should continually be refrigerated.
Butters - we suggest refrigerating our "skincare" butters. You can remove
what you need and keep the rest in the fridge.
Clays - keep in a dry, dark place. Shelf life is at least 2 years.
Herbs All herbs <i>(whole or ground)</i> should be kept in a dark, cool, and dry location.
Herbal (liquid) Extracts are created using grain alcohol. The alcohol pulls the constituents (properties) from each herb, root, trunk, leaf, and flower. They have a shelf life of 3-5 years.
They can be stored in the refrigerator or a dark, dry place.
Other Raw Ingredients - such as Sodium PCA, Honeyquat, Oat Beta Glucan, etc., will all have different shelf lives.

Shipping Transit Note:
Some customers have asked whether products can be affected by time in transit, especially during warmer months. Our products are formulated and preserved to remain stable during normal shipping times and should not spoil simply from being in transit.

That said, if you are concerned about heat exposure, you are welcome to add an ice pack to your order for extra peace of mind. Click here to add an ice pack.

Spring Water hydrating and helps prepare the skin to accept active ingredients
Liposomes (phospholipids) penetration enhancer and extremely hydrating
Leucidal SF (Lactobacillis Ferment) gentle preservative without parabens or formaldehyde releasers
Neurophroline this exclusive extract has demonstrated its unique biological capabilities to break down the cortisol production by skin cells, activate the release of a natural calming neuropeptide acting to reduce redness, and enhance the overall appearance of the skin.
Thermostressine® (tetrapeptide)this tetrapeptide increases the skin's tolerance to jet-lag and other daily lifestyle stresses. The proteotoxic stress is well controlled and damage prevented.
Oat Beta Glucans are being studied for their potential immunomodulatory effects, anti-tumor properties, and stimulation of collagen deposition. Oat Beta Glucans have amazing healing properties.
Hyaluronic Acid (high molecular weight)Hyaluronic acid is a natural polysaccharide (large sugar molecule) that occurs in various tissues (skin, synovial fluids of joints, connective tissues).
Hyaluronic Acid (super low molecular weight)hyaluronic acid (sodium hyaluronate) is a natural polysaccharide (sugar) that occurs in body tissues including the skin providing hydration, stability, lubrication. This super low-molecular-weight form is made by enzymatically cleaving high-molecular weight hyaluronic acid into small fragments.
Dehydroxanthan Gumis obtained from fermented polysaccharides.This ia natural thickener.
AllTrans ResveratrolAllTrans-resveratrol is a naturally occurring compound in certain plants, particularly grapes and red wine. It has been of interest in skincare and cosmetics due to its potential antioxidant and anti-aging properties. When applied topically to the skin, trans-resveratrol can exhibit several beneficial properties like antioxidant protection, anti-inflammatory, skin brightening, UV protection, collagen production and really keeps the skin hydrated.
Apple Polyphenols are natural compounds found in apples, particularly in the skin and seeds of the fruit. They are a type of phytochemical, which means they are plant derived. Apple polyphenols, when used in topical applications, offer antioxidants, UV Protection, anti-inflammatory effects, they improve skin hydration while boosting collagen production. Yes, they are this good.
Sclerotium Gum is a naturally derived, gel-like polysaccharide (sugar-based) thickener.
Super Oxide Dismutase (S.O.D.) the highly purified superoxide dismutase made from Saccharomyces cerevisiae for skin care products. Offering anti-aging and skin-whitening properties while providing potent antioxidant effects inhibiting free radical formation.