INGREDIENTS

Our Pure and Powerful Ingredients & the benefits they deliver to your skin.

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ACETYL TETRAPEPTIDE-2 (AMINO ACID PEPTIDE) - Peptides trigger increased collagen production, enhance antioxidant defense, resulting in softer, smoother, and more radiant-looking skin. By mimicking thymopoietin, anti-aging peptide, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2 helps rejuvenate facial skin by improving skin tone & texture.

Found in: Anti-Aging Ayurvedic Mask

ALMA/INDIAN GOOSEBERRY - Important herbal drug used in Ayurvedic systems of medicine for anti-inflammation & free radical scavenging properties.

Found in: Anti-Aging Ayurvedic Mask

ALOE - Aloe absorbs into skin up to four times faster than water and provides a natural barrier that shields cells from toxins. Aloe is rich in vitamins A, C, D, E,B12, calcium, minerals, amino acids, enzymes and proteins. Aloe Vera’s soothing and cooling properties dramatically nourish the skin and encourage collagen production in the skin. Aloe speeds the healing and minimizes scarring. Aloe is nature’s repair for all skin types.

Found In: Ayurvedic Repair Organic Serum Mask, Intense Hydration Squalane Face Crème, Niacinamide & Hyaluronic Acid Serum Face Lift Drops

AVOCADO OIL - The antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents in avocado oil help your skin stay smooth, strong, and elastic. Beta carotene, protein, lecithin, fatty acids, and vitamins A, D, and E found in avocado oil help moisturize and protect your skin from damaging UV rays and also increase collagen metabolism.

Found In: Intense Hydration Squalane Face Crème

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BABCHI SEED – Babchi is an organic extract from the Psoralea Coryfloria seed that shows to have an anti-aging affect similar Retinol without the harsh side affects. Found in many ancient Ayurvedic skincare recipes, this powerful seed helps diminish the appearance of uneven skin tone, treating it for discoloration and promoting brighter and healthier-looking skin.

Found In: Ayurvedic Repair Organic Serum Mask, Fountain of Youth Ayurvedic Face Oil

BENTONITE CLAY –  Remove impurities on the skin, such as oils & toxins from the body for thousands of years.            

Found In: Anti-Aging Ayurvedic Mask

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CARROT ROOT – A natural retinol that increases cell turnover and boosts collagen,rich in beta-carotene, vitamins B, C, D and E, helps remove toxic build up on the skin, improve complexion radiance, moisturizes, and increases elasticity and firmness. Stimulates cell growth and helps rejuvenate dehydrated and damaged skin.

Found In:  Intense Hydration Squalane Face Crème, Niacinamide & Hyaluronic Acid Serum Face Lift Drops

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GINGER ROOT – Ginger contains 40 antioxidant compounds, aphrodisiac, and toning properties which protect against aging, remove toxins and stimulates circulation. Ginger is a powerful antiseptic and cleansing agent, keeping skin clean, radiant, smooth and free of blemishes.

Found In: Ayurvedic Repair Organic Serum Mask, Fountain of Youth Ayurvedic Face Oil

GREEN TEA EXTRACT – Green tea has the ability to rejuvenate dying skin cells by protecting & repairing cells, this antioxidant can combat signs of aging & make dull skin look healthier. Has vitamin B2 which maintains collagen levels improving the firmness of skin.

Found in: Anti-Aging Ayurvedic Mask

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HYALURONIC ACID – Hyaluronic acid can hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water, this natural multi-tasker attracts and holds moisture in the skin, giving skin a more plumped and hydrated look and feel. Fine lines and wrinkles appear diminished and skin takes on a firmer look.

Found In: Ayurvedic Repair Organic Serum Mask, Fountain of Youth Ayurvedic Face Oil, Niacinamide & Hyaluronic Acid Serum Face Lift Drops, Intense Hydration Squalane Face Crème

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JOJOBA OIL – Jojoba oil is a humectant ingredient that works to attract water to the top layer of the skin, helping to keep the skin deeply hydrated and nourished. Jojoba oil contains vitamin E, an antioxidant that helps your skin fight oxidative stress caused by everyday exposure to pollutants and other toxins. Jojoba oil is similar to sebum that your body naturally produces leading to fewer breakouts

Found In: Fountain of Youth Ayurvedic Face Oil, Intense Hydration Squalane Face Crème

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KAOLIN CLAY – Binds sebum, removes excess oil, mattifies & draws out impurities. An Absorbent ingredient that targets excess oil, blackheads and excess shine, resulting in softer, smoother more mattified skin.

Found in: Anti-Aging Ayurvedic Mask

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LAVENDER OIL – Antioxidant Protection. Free radicals, like toxins, chemicals and pollutants, are arguably the most dangerous and most common risk factor for every disease today. Free radicals are responsible for shutting down your immune system. Lavender is a natural antioxidant that works to prevent & reverse this disease.

Found in: Anti-Aging Ayurvedic Mask

LEMONGRASS – Lemongrass has been used for centuries in India for ance prevention. It is anti-inflammatory, antiseptic & helps to curb the release of stress hormones, leading to relaxed, healthy, acne-free skin. 

Found in: Anti-Aging Ayurvedic Mask

LOTUS FLOWER – India’s national flower has calming properties that balance mind and body inside out. Containing properties of linoleum acid, flavonoids, fatty acids, protein, phosphorus, iron and Vitamins B and C, it helps stop damaging free radicals, fights redness, outbreaks, provides moisture and soothes skin. Lotus Flower supports turmeric and is found in many Ayurveda recipes. 

Found In: Intense Hydration Squalane Face Crème

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MAGNOLIA – A centuries old ingredient use in ancient medicinal recipes, magnolia protects against free radicals, reduces small wrinkles, it is anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial, it cleanses the skin giving skin a firmer, fresher and younger appearance.

Found In: Ayurvedic Repair Organic Serum Mask

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 MARINE BROWN ALGAE - plays a significant role in fighting premature skin aging.
They protect the skin from infrared rays and blue light present in sunlight. Brown algae supports cellular energy production and thus increase the oxygen supply to the skin.
Their antioxidant effect protects against the degradation of the skin's firming
collagen. In addition to valuable minerals and trace elements, brown algae also offer powerful hydrating and soothing properties.

Found in: Ayurvedic Repair Organic Serum Mask

MUSTARD SEED EXTRACT – removes toxins, excess water and salt from the body. It removes heat leaving body cool and relaxed. It is also excellent for firming and toning.

Found in: Anti-Aging Ayurvedic Mask

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NEEM – Multi-tasking Ayurvedic ingredient for oily & acne prone skin. Neem balances oil protection, stimulates collagen formation, minimizes skin inflammation. works as: a natural alternative to heal skin tissue & reduce hyperpigmentation & scars. Neem is antibacterial and purifying.

Found in: Anti-Aging Ayurvedic Mask

NIACINAMIDE – An important skin brightening water-soluble vitamin that improves the look of uneven skin tone while reducing the appearance of dark spots, softens fine lines and wrinkles, diminishes dullness, and strengthens a weakened surface. Niacinamide reduces the impact of environmental damage by improving skin’s barrier and helping skin to repair signs of past damage.

Found In: Niacinamide & Hyaluronic Acid Serum Face Lift Drops

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PEA (PISUM SATIVUM) EXTRACT – Elastifying anti-ageing, skin protecting, skin repairing ingredient. Anti-free radicals properties, protects the dermal proteins for an anti-aging effect, protection and repair of epidermal proteins.

Found in: Anti-Aging Ayurvedic Mask

PENTAPEPTIDES – Peptides are amino acids that are the building blocks of hydrating proteins, collagen and elastin, which are needed by the skin for healthy maintenance, growth and to keep skin looking youthful . Peptides help with firmer, younger-looking skin, appearance of wrinkles and fewer breakouts.

Found In: Intense Hydration Squalane Face Crème

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RADISH ROOT – Radish Root is full of vitamins and minerals vitamin A, B, C, K, zinc and calcium. The high content of antioxidants helps to fight off free radicals and creates new skin cells as well while reducing inflammation. Radish root is also a natural alternative to synthetic preservatives.

Found In: Niacinamide & Hyaluronic Acid Serum Face Lift Drops, Intense Hydration Squalane Face Crème

RED ALGAE – Red Algae has anti-aging properties by inhibiting enzymes that break down collagen in the skin. It helps to improve skin elasticity & its natural protective barrier & reduce the appearance of fine lines & wrinkles, by hydrating & nourishing the skin cells.

Found in: Anti-Aging Ayurvedic Mask

ROSA DAMASCENA – An astringent, anti-inflammatory, refreshing property ideal for treating rashes, redness & acne.

Found in: Anti-Aging Ayurvedic Mask

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SAFFRON FLOWER –One of the world’s most rare and expensive spices, Saffron or ‘red gold powder’ nourishes skin at a cellular level to repair, moisturize, soothe, tighten and give skin a renewed glow and radiance, softness and suppleness.

Found In: Fountain of Youth Ayurvedic Face Oil

 

SEA BUCKTHORN OIL – Contains 10x more Vitamin C than an orange and is the third highest source of natural antioxidant Vitamin E in the plant world, Sea Buckhorn also contains four omega fatty acids to protect the skin barrier and skin’s cells from further damage of environment aggressors.

Found In: Fountain of Youth Ayurvedic Face Oil

 

SNOW MUSHROOM – Used for thousands of years, also called tremella,snow mushroom is an all natural match to hydration powerhouse hyaluronic acid by pulling moisture into the skin but the particles are smaller than hyaluronic acid, thus penetrating the skin more easily. Also rich in fatty acids, which help retain moisture while stabilizing your skin barrier. Rich in vitamins A (natural retinol), C, and D antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, the magic mushroom for moisture.

Found In: Ayurvedic Repair Organic Serum Mask, Fountain of Youth Ayurvedic Face Oil

 

SQUALANE –  2% of our skin surface is made of squalane at birth but leaves soon after. Lab created squalene oil, replicates what is already found in the skin. It penetrates deep into the pores and targets skin at a cellular level. It fights off skin-damaging free radicals, balances oil production and has powerful anti-aging properties that help soften, moisturize, soothe skin, addresses uneven skin tone that helps skin age gracefully. 

Found In: Intense Hydration Squalane Face Crème

 

SUNFLOWER SEED OIL -  Extracted from the seed of the sunflower plant, an emollient that softens and soothes the skin, rich in essential fatty acids, and hydrating properties lecithin and vitamins A, B, D, E and minerals. Sunflower seed oil softens and helps maintain skin’s natural moisture barrier.

Found In: Fountain of Youth Ayurvedic Face Oil

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TAMARIND SEED – A natural humectant, aiding in absorbing moisture from the environment and locking it into skin cells. Alternative to hyaluronic acid, by retaining moisture, tamarind prevents signs of premature aging such as dryness and wrinkles and promotes skin elasticity. Full of antioxidants, rich in Vitamin C , K, B1, B3, B6, AHAs, alpha-hydroxy acids. Tamarind will provide the skin brightening benefits over time.

Found in: Anti-Aging Ayurvedic Mask

TRIPHALA – One of the powerful anti-inflammatory Ayurveda formulas of three Indian fruits, Amalaki, Bibhitaki and Haritaki, Triphala works to balances all three Doshas. Rich in antioxidants and Vitamin C, anti-bacterial and anti-viral, enhancing the skin's natural resistance to free radical damage and photo-sensitivity. It helps in the production of collagen, keeping skin supple and thick and soothes redness and calms sensitive skin, highly rejuvenating.

Found In: Ayurvedic Repair Organic Serum Mask, Fountain of Youth Ayurvedic Face Oil

 

TURMERIC – One of the greatest skin healers. Turmeric is antibacterial, anti-viral, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergenic and rich in antioxidants. Turmeric protects the skin cells from damage, rejuvenates cellular tissue, helps reduce inflammation and pigmentation and provides smooth, glowing skin for all skin types.

Found In: Fountain of Youth Ayurvedic Face Oil, Intense Hydration Squalane Face Crème

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VERSICOLOR MUSHROOM – Also referred to as turkey tail, rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory benefits. A powerful immune booster with polysaccharide K (PSK) helps stimulate the immune system and reduce inflammation, allowing for better blood flow and improved cellular DNA, younger looking skin.

Found In: Ayurvedic Repair Organic Serum Mask

Rachel Roy Ancient India products are formulated with all-natural, organic ingredients. We are a clean luxury beauty brand that follows strict sustainability practices and we do not test on animals. These vegan products are free of parabens, phthalates, sulfates, chemical sunscreens, synthetic fragrances, BHT, BHA, and, of course, cruelty free.

"The ultimate mystery of timeless aging is revealed in scripts of Ancient Ayurvedic text; and now bottled in Ancient India skin care.”

- Rachel Roy, Founder

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