Skin Care Glossary

AGRIMONY LEAF – Agrimonia Eupatoria. Calming, astringent and toning. Beneficial as
an eye wash. Also anti-inflammatory.

ALGAE – Obtained from seaweed, algae is a natural moisturizer and is claimed to
prevent wrinkles. Added to salt baths to boost detoxifying action.

ALMOND MEAL – Moist with Sweet Almond Oil, Almond meal helps replenish skin oils
lost during the cleansing process while producing a gentle massaging effect during
exfoliation.

ALOE VERA GEL – The pulpy, expressed juice of the Aloe Vera plant. Aloe Vera is
famous for its moisturizing and soothing properties, as well as for its ability to aid in
healing.

ALPHA HYDROXY ACIDS – Natural plant extracts that improve the look and condition of
skin by accelerating the exfoliation of outer dead skin cells revealing younger fresher
skin. Additionally, AHA’s stimulate collagen synthesis, boost skin elasticity and increase
cell renewal.

ALMOND OIL – Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis. Pressed from the ripe seeds (nut) of the
almond tree. A versatile, carrier oil, good for all skin types. Ground almonds make for
excellent natural abrasives. Moist with Sweet Almond Oil, ground almonds help
replenish the oils lost from the skin during the cleansing process; being rather soft in
texture, they produce a gentle massaging effect in exfoliators. Very lubricating and can
relieve itching and inflammation; a wonderful, natural moisturizer for Ôdishpan’ hands
and chapped skin.

ANISE OIL – Pimpinella Anisium. Well known for its sweet aroma and taste. Antiseptic
and slightly astringent. Helps induce perspiration.

ANTIOXIDANTS – A group of vitamins, minerals, and enzymes that help protect our
body from the formation of destructive, reactive molecules, known as free radicals.
Antioxidants, such as Vitamins A, C, and E, the mineral selenium, and other nutrients
also act as free radical scavengers, neutralizing the free radical particles.

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR – Pyrus Malus. A sour, sharp-tasting liquid containing acetic acid.
Produced from the fermentation of the juice of various fruits or berries, or from honey,
molasses, or even cereal grains as in malt vinegars. Cosmetic vinegars, also called
toilet vinegars, have been used as a complexion aid for centuries. Vinegar closes pores
and preserves or restores the skin’s natural acidity (pH balance). Vinegar keeps both
oily and dry complexions soft and fresh and can combat the ravages of alkaline soaps
and make up.

APRICOT KERNEL OIL – Prunus Armeniaca. An extremely desirable moisturizer rich in
Vitamins A and E, apricot kernel oil is extracted from the inedible kernels found in the
apricot pit. Helps skin retain elasticity and suppleness without feeling greasy. Excellent
when used on dry or mature skin.

ASCORBIC ACID – Is the scientific name for vitamin C, which is typically found in fresh
fruits and vegetables. It can stimulate skin protein production when applied to skin.

ASTRINGENT – A member of the toner family effective on oily and blemished
complexions. Performs a tightening action on the skin and pores.

AVOCADO OIL – Persea Gratissima. A precious, natural oil derived from the flesh of the
avocado fruit, a tropical plant from Central America and California. Rich in Vitamin A,
Vitamin C, Vitamin E, protein and amino acids. One of the few vegetable oils containing
protein, avocado oil penetrates the skin deeply without leaving an oily film on the skin.
Promotes the regeneration of scarred skin. Softens and conditions dry, flaky skin and
scalp. Stimulates hair growth.

AZTEC MARIGOLD – Tagetes Erecta. Used for its cleansing and deodorizing properties,
Aztec Marigold is an anti-fungal and antibacterial. A wonderful emollient oil which has a
soothing effect on the skin.

BALSAM OF PERU – Myroxylon Pereirae. An essential oil with a very rich, vanilla-like
fragrance. Promotes healthy growth of skin, and can be used for eczema, chapped
hands, and to toughen nipples in preparation for nursing.

BAY OIL – Steam distilled from the leaves and branches of
the bay plant, bay oil is prized for its antiseptic and emollient qualities. Possesses a
warm, spicy fragrance.

BEE POLLEN – Consists of plant hormones, proteins, amino acids, enzymes,
carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients, which bees mix with their own
saliva and store as food for the winter. Energizing to the body, nourishing and
rejuvenating to the skin, and sweetly scented.

BEESWAX – A natural wax made by bees in the cell walls of honeycombs. Beeswax is a
natural emulsifier used in cosmetics since prehistoric times. Adds a wonderful natural
smell and color to products, and helps to seal and protect the skin when used in
moisturizing products.

BENTONITE – A natural clay that is an effective skin clarifier. Takes its name from Fort
Benton where bentonite deposits are found. Used in facial masks.

BETA-CAROTENE – Substance found primarily in carrots. The body converts betacarotene
into Vitamin A. Used to
give products a yellow to orange-red color.

BERGAMOT OIL – Citrus Bergamia. Antiseptic, energizing and uplifting. Used to calm
irritated skin, psoriasis and stress.

BILBERRY EXTRACT – extracted from the leaves and fruit of the shrub, Bilberry is an
astringent, cooling herb that tones the skin. It is also a natural alpha hydroxy acid.

BLADDERWRACK – Derived from thallus of Fucus Vesiculosus. Bladderwrack is a
seaweed. This extract is recommended for toning the skin and stimulating cell activity.
Great in baths, bladderwrack provides various minerals and salts that cleanse and
refresh the skin.

BLUE VERVAIN LEAF – Acts as a relaxant in cases of muscle tension. Infused as an eye
compress for tired eyes and inflamed eyelids.

BUTTERMILK – A specialty milk richer in fats and emollients than whole cow’s milk. For
centuries milk has been used as a natural, soothing skin cleanser and softener.

CALENDULA FLOWER – Calendula Officinalis of the Marigold plant. Calendula is
classified as an anti-inflammatory and is often used to treat itching, flaking, weeping
skin conditions. A wonderful, emollient oil that has a soothing effect on the skin.
Effective ally in treating water retention and cellulite. Used in treatment-type products
for mature skin. Calendula has been used for centuries.

CALCIUM CARBONATE – A mildly abrasive natural chalk. It is an absorbent for facial oils
and helps smooth out the complexion.

CAMPHOR – Cooling, highly stimulating herb. Used for oily skin and acne.

CANDELILLA WAX – Eupohorbia Certifera. A natural wax from the Candelilla plant,
grown in Mexico. Obtained by boiling the plant. Gives formulas body and sheen. Used in
cosmetics as a thickener.

CARNAUBA WAX – Derived from the leaf of a Brazilian palm known as “the tree of life.”
An edible material wax often used in making candies, it has the highest melting point of
any material wax found on earth.

CARRAGEENAN – Chondrus Crispus. Derived from a red seaweed; another name is Irish
Moss. Used for its excellent emollient qualities.

CARRIER OILS – Essential oils are very concentrated and can not be used directly on the
skin, as they can cause irritation. Therefore essential oils are diluted before being
applied, into carrier oils. Extracted from nuts, kernels, seeds, and are sometimes called
vegetable oils. Burt’s Bees uses several carrier oils including: Sweet Almond, Apricot
Kernel, Avocado, Grapeseed, Olive, Vitamin E oil, and Wheat Germ Oil.

CARROT POWDER – Vitamin Rich, garden grown Carrots are fresh dried and gently
ground to a powdered form. Carrots, rich in Beta Carotene nourish the skin and help
improve skin tone and color. Works as a natural antioxidant, to help reverse free radical
damage.

CARROT SEED OIL – Daucus Carota Sativa. A thin, yellow oil distilled from ground
seeds. Rich in Carotene and valued for its soothing, relaxing properties. It stimulates
cell renewal as well as the sweat and sebaceous glands, and is a great benefit to
mature or dry skin. Protects skin exposed to weather extremes and is indispensable for
hikers, skiers and outdoor athletes. Helps to deter or reduce wrinkles. Has a heavy,
woodsy, earthy, fruity scent.

CASTILE SOAP – A soap of vegetable oil origin, usually olive oil.

CASTOR OIL – is the oil extracted from the castor bean. It is a moisturizer and natural
pigment dispersant.

CEDARWOOD OIL – Astringent and cleansing oil with a mild, balsamic, pleasant
fragrance. Steam distilled from various types of cedars. Good as a base note to blend
with floral scents for use in personal care products.

CEDAR LEAF OIL – Cedarwood Atlas. Is antiseptic and astringent. Balances and
regulates oil production. Often used for it’s aromatic scent.

CHAMOMILE – Anthemis Nobilis. There are two chamomiles, Roman and German, both
produce the light blue oil, azulene, used since ancient times for its invigorating
qualities. Chamomile has very low toxicity so it is good for children. Rejuvenating and
relaxing, European facialists rave about this fragrant annual herb. Massage oil with
Chamomile is good for dry skin, dermatitis, acne, burns and inflammation. Bathing with
Chamomile is soothing, helps menstrual problems, aches and pains related to exercise,
anxiety, stress and irritability.

CHAMOMILE EXTRACT- our yellow corn alcoholic extract contains soothing, anti-irritant
alpha bisabolol.

CHLOROPHILLIN-COPPER COMPLEX – A water
soluble derivative of chlorophyll. Used as a deodorizing agent in mouth washes, breath
fresheners and body deodorants.

CINNAMON OIL – Cinnamomum Cassia. The natural
essential oil of the Cinnamon tree obtained by steam distillation of the leaves, bark and
twigs. Used in skin care preparations for its spicy, awakening fragrance.

CITRIC ACID – Natural alpha hydroxy acid found in citrus fruits. It is a gentle exfoliator
for skin.

CITRONELLA OIL – Cymbopogon Schoenanthus. Derived from Citronella grass, A
fragrant oil used in insect repellents. Citronella oil is used as a raw material in the
manufacture of other oils and is extensively used in soap making.

CLAY – Clay consists of tiny particles of minerals (rocks) which were carried along by
rivers in previous geological years and then deposited in the earth, now excavated.
Variously enriched and colored by the particulars of their geographical location, clays
may be red, green, or white and their properties vary according to the trace elements
they contain. Used for health and beauty treatments throughout the ages, in both mud
packs and face masks. Its drawing action removes impurities from deep within the
pores, leaving the skin clean, clear, and stimulated. Burt’s Bees uses green, white, and
sea clays in our cosmetic formulations.

CLOVE OIL – Eugenia Caryophyllus. Essential oil from the buds of an aromatic tropical
evergreen. Warming, antiseptic, disinfectant and a pain reliever. Lends a sweet, spicy
note to skin care formulations.

COCOA BUTTER – Triglycerides of fatty acids made from the beans of the cacao tree
(Theobroma Cacao). Cocoa butter is a superb emollient that softens and protects
chapped skin, relieves irritation and diminishes signs of wrinkling and stretch marks.
Has a sweet chocolate smell. It is also helpful as a binder or thickener in natural
cosmetic formulas where chemical thickeners are not used.

COCONUT OIL – Cocos Nucifera. The flesh of the coconut is rich in emollient fat, and
when pressed yields a white, sweetly scented, super moisturizing oil, which is a solid at
room temperature but easily melts on the skin. The consistency of coconut oil helps to
bind and emulsify natural formulations where no chemical emulsifiers are desirable.
Usually blended with other fats, coconut oil is the volatile, fragrant oil popularly used in
suntan products. It protects skin from the elements by forming a thin film which is not
absorbed. Coconut oil is useful as an after sun oil, and it is revitalizing to dry, damaged
hair. Surfactants derived from coconut oil have good cleansing properties and are known
for their mildness.

COMFREY – Symphytum Officinale. Contains allantoin, a skin ingredient that promotes
healing, and is known for its regenerating and soothing properties. The extract of the
Comfrey plant is anti-inflammatory, astringent and emollient. Aids the healing of open
wounds, cuts, burns, and bruises.

COMFREY ROOT EXTRACT- is an extract containing the active healing components of the
root.

CORNMEAL – Milled from corn and corn cobs, these natural abrasives are effective, yet
safe, for your skin.

CORN STARCH – Zea Mays. Highly absorbent product derived from the corn plant.
Absorbs both moisture and oils. Produces a soft, soothing feeling in face masques. An
ingredient added to cremes and lotions to help the product spread on the skin more
easily.

CRANBERRY EXTRACT – Naturally acidic extract, has an astringent effect on gums.

CUCUMBER EXTRACT – The juice extracted from the
vegetable is mildly astringent, yet soothing and can help reduce puffiness of the
skin.Cucumber also has a slight bleaching action which aids in removing dead skin cells.

CYPRESS OIL – Cupressus Sempervirens. Steam distilled from the needles, twigs and
cones of this tall evergreen, a native of Southern Europe. Clear to greenish-yellow, with
a sharp and spicy smell, which is warm, woody and resinous with a lemony undertone.
Stimulates circulation and has a detoxifying effect
on the body. In skin care formulations, cypress regulates oil
production, making it useful for controlling acne and dandruff, which are both caused by
over-activity of the skin’s oil glands. Also used to treat broken capillaries and varicose
veins. Often used in men’s cosmetics due to its astringent properties, cypress oil can
stop the bleeding from shaving nicks and cuts.

DEAD SEA MUD – Precious clay obtained from the Dead Sea in Israel. It’s drawing
action removes impurities from deep within the pores, leaving the skin clean, clear, and
stimulated. Minerals from the Dead Sea are known for their reviving, toning and
purifying qualities.

DEAD SEA SALTS – Obtained from the Dead Sea in Israel. Composed of salts of
Potassium, Chlorine, Sodium, Calcium, Magnesium as well as Sulfur and Bromine
compounds. These salts are famous for their reviving, toning and purifying qualities.

DIATOMACEOUS EARTH – A fine siliceous earth composed chiefly of the cell walls of
diatoms, any of numerous microscopic, unicellular, marine or fresh-water algae.
Effective in destroying soft bodied larval pests.

DULSE – Rhodymenia Palmata. An emollient and moisturizing sea weed. Detoxifying.
Good for the treatment of oily skin.

ELDER FLOWER – Sambucus Nigra. Extracted from the honey-scented flowers of the
elder tree. Healing and gentle astringent for all skins especially mature or sallow skins.
Reputed to soften skin and smooth wrinkles, fade freckles and soothe sunburn.

EMOLLIENT – A skin conditioning agent which helps maintain the smooth, soft pliable
appearance of the skin. Sweet almond oil and apricot oil are botanical emollients used
in most of Burt’s Bees creams, salves and balms. While the terms moisturizer and
emollient are often used interchangeable, the two functions are different; however they
often occur at the same time.

EMULSIFIER – Agent used to assist in the production of an emulsion. Emulsifiers enable
oils to be dispersed throughout a water base to form a cream or lotion that does not
separate. Common emulsifiers used in the cosmetics industry are synthetic chemicals
such as polysorbate 60 or steareth-20. Burt’s Bees uses a handmade extract of Irish
Moss, a sea plant, as a natural emulsifier.

EMULSION – A stable system in which two liquids, which would not normally go into
solution, are held in suspension by a small amount of an emulsifier. Most of Burt’s Bees
creams are an emulsion of botanical oils and aloe vera (water-based).

ESSENTIAL OILS – A volatile, rapidly evaporating oil obtained from the leaves, stem,
flower, seed or root of a plant, usually carrying the odor characteristic of the plant.
Essential oils add fragrance to our skin care products, as well as contribute to their
healthful and beautifying qualities through their various abilities to tone, balance, relax,
cleanse and invigorate. Although all essential oils are “fragrant”, not all “fragrances” are
essential oils. True essential oils must be plant derived. Used in cosmetics,
aromatherapy, medicine, perfumery and flavoring.

ESTER – Compounds formed by the reaction of an acid or an alcohol. The esters used in
cosmetics are usually emollients and mostly designed to spread easily and penetrate
into the contours of the skin more readily. They tend to resist rancidity better than
natural oils and are designed to be used in place of these in products.

EUCALYPTUS OIL – Eucalyptus Globules. Thin colorless oil derived from the leaves of
the Eucalyptus tree, a native of Australia. Eucalyptus trees are the tallest deciduous
trees in the world, some of them reaching a height of 500 feet. Stimulating and
antiseptic oil valued for its penetrating fragrance with a medicinal note to it. Most
people are familiar with this scent as it is often used in cough and cold remedies, for
example, Vick’s Vapor Rub. Inhaling its camphor-like smell opens up sinuses and clears
congestion. Often used to fight colds and coughs, as it has strong antibacterial,
expectorant and cough-suppressant properties. Insects are repelled by the smell of
Eucalyptus oil; it is used in many herbal insect repellents. A popular medication used to
relieve joint pains, muscular aches and the swelling of arthritis. Also used for its
soothing and refreshing properties.

EXFOLIANT – A product or ingredient which is used to remove unwanted tissue or waste
products from the skin and other body surfaces. Burt’s Bees Citrus Facial Scrub is an
example of an exfoliant. Exfoliant’s gentle abrasive action removes dirt, leaving the
skin soft and radiant. Crushed pecans shells, ground oats and ground almonds are the
exfoliating ingredients in our Citrus Scrub.

EYEBRIGHT LEAF – Euphrasia Officinalis. This plant has been used for centuries as a
topical application for eye irritations. it has a toning effect on the surface of the eye,
and has excellent astringent and anti-inflammatory properties to aid problems due to
allergic reactions, airborne pollution and conjunctivitis. Eyebright is known to give
brilliance and sparkle to the eyes.

FLAX SEED OIL: Rich in vitamin E, an antioxidant long used to help skin tissue
rejuvenate itself.

FENNEL SEED – Used in facial steams and baths for deep cleansing. Seeds used to
reduce inflammation, or chewed to sweeten breath.

FERMENTED VEGETABLE – 100% natural, special, proprietary ingredient. Clinically used
for years as a natural deodorant. Used to neutralize body odors.

FIR NEEDLE – Thin clear oil derived through steam distillation of the needles of the pine
tree. Strong antiseptic and deodorizing qualities. Quite useful in the sauna, and in a
bath, pine eases stress and mental exhaustion. Pine is a familiar scent to most of us,
reminding us of cool, green forests. Often used in household cleaning products and in
men’s toiletries.

FRAGRANCE – The particular aromatic blend of essential oils added to our fragranced
product, making it more appealing to the consumer.

FREE RADICALS – Very reactive atoms or molecules that can cause damage to our cells,
impairing our immune system and leading to degenerative diseases.

GERANIUM OIL – Oil with a fresh, sweet floral fragrance obtained through steam
distillation of Pelargonium Odorantissimum – 1 of 700 species of the Geranium family.
Highly therapeutic, antiseptic and astringent. Helps user relax and cope with pain.
Brings a radiant glow to skin. The plant is indigenous to Algeria, Madagassar and
Guinea.

GLUCOSE & GLUCOSE OXIDASE – When combined with glucose (sugar), Glucose
oxidase and lactoperoxidase (natural enzymes), act to preserve by consuming oxygen.
A method to make natural cosmetics inhospitable to micro-organisms.

GLUCOSE, GLUCOSE OXIDASE & LACTOPEROXIDASE – When combined with glucose
(sugar), glucose oxidase and lactoperoxidase (natural enzymes), act to preserve by
consuming oxygen. A method to make natural cosmetics inhospitable to microorganisms.

GLYCERIN – Natural humectant and emollient. A clear, sweet, syrupy liquid derived
from vegetable oil. Non-irritating and soothing, can be used on even the most sensitive
skin.

GREEN TEA – Green Tea was brought from China to Japan over 800 years ago and has
become an essential part of Japanese everyday diet. Beneficial effects of green tea
were well-known from the early times. Nowadays, with reasons of those benefits proven
by scientific research, green tea has been given credit for being more than just a
“healthy drink”. Green tea contains nutritious skin ingredients including Vitamin E,
Vitamin C and Vitamin B. It is antibacterial and anti-oxidant.

GREEN TEA EXTRACT – a natural antioxidant, green tea extract is a natural astringent
and is effective in treating troubled skin and breakouts.

GRAPE SEED OIL – Vitis Vinifera. Expressed from grape seeds. Rich, soothing, carrier oil
that imparts shine and is widely used in hypo-allergenic moisturizers because it does not
cause allergic reactions.

GRAPEFRUIT OIL – Uplifting, cleansing and clearing. Stimulating to the lymphatic
system and toning to the skin.

GRAPEFRUIT SEED EXTRACT – Citrus Grandis.
Extract from the seeds of the grapefruit. A natural bactericide, preservative and
stabilizer that is both tonic and astringent.

HAZELNUT OIL – From the hazelnut. This oil is slightly
astringent and toning. Good for all skin types.

HERBS – Derived from plants, herbs are vegetable matter used in the form of the
leaves, flowers or roots. Their use throughout history is well-documented as both
effective and safe in the treatment of the ails of human and animal-kind. Just 150
years ago, and for civilizations before that, herbs were used for the same purposes as
we use our chemical medications today. Burt’s Bees continues the tradition of reverence
for the gifts of Mother Nature by relying on herbs and plant-derived ingredients instead
of the petroleum based, chemically formulated products available in the mass markets
of our society.

HONEY – Sweet, fragrant, syrupy substance produced by bees. Honey soothes and adds
softness to the skin, an excellent natural moisturizer.

HORSETAIL LEAVES – From the nonflowering horsetail plant. Rich in silica and other
minerals. Rehydrating and soothing properties, as well as toning and astringent
qualities. Important to tired and neglected skin types.

HUMECTANT – A skin conditioning ingredient in creams and lotions whose function is to
prevent water loss and drying of the skin. Humectants are hygroscopic, that is they
attract and hold moisture.

HYBRID SUNFLOWER OIL – Sunflowers were cultivated
by the American Indians over 3,000 years ago. The pressed oil contains Vitamin E and
other substances that are beneficial to the skin.

HYDRATING – The ability to restore or maintain the normal fluid proportion in the skin
or body. Hydrating agents are used in cosmetics to keep the skin natural, moist, firm
and young-looking.

HYPERICUM PERFORATUM – St. John’s Wort. Has a wide range of medicinal uses; it is
an antibacterial used to heal deep cuts and wounds, soothes and eases the pain of burns
by lowering skin temperature, and is a diurectic, helping to eliminate waste materials
from the body.

INFUSION – A mixture of herbs in liquid that is soaked or steeped for a period of time
and then used internally or externally as a cosmetic or medicine. An infusion is made
chiefly from the softer parts (the flower or leaves). Burt’s Bees massage oils are an
infusion made by steeping herbs in botanical oils over low heat for several weeks until
the goodness of the herbs is released into the oil. The spent herbs are then filtered out
and discarded; the remaining infusion contains the healing benefits of the herbs.

IRON OXIDE – A natural mineral pigment.

JASMINE OIL – Jasmium Officinate. Used in skin and hair care products, it helps to
soothe and moisturize. Jasmine is believed to be soothing, anti-depressant, antiseptic,
emotionally balancing and an aphrodisiac. Has a rich, calming, sensual floral fragrance.

JEWEL WEED – The juice of the plant has been used for centuries to relieve the irritation
and itch of poison ivy, oak or sumac.

JOJOBA OIL – A natural extracted liquid wax from the jojoba plant. This natural oil is
excellent for the skin and hair. It is
superior to other skin and hair oils. This mild oil is a natural
moisturizer that absorbs quickly into the skin.

JUNIPER BERRY OIL – Thin, clear liquid derived from the berries of the juniper bush.
Antiseptic, detoxifying, toning and astringent. Chosen for oily or sluggish skin and is a
good cleansing agent. Draws out fluids and is useful in cellulite formulations. Slightly
reminiscent of pine needles.

KAOLIN – Natural Clay. Finely textured, light colored clay. Pink, green and white clays
are all members of kaolin family. Its excellent absorbent, tightening and toning
properties make it valuable for face masks.

KELP – Lamanaria Digitata. High in silicon. Believed to keep skin from wrinkling and
sagging.

KRAMERIA EXTRACT – Also known as Rhattany, this powerful astringent has been used
for centuries by Peruvian Indians to promote healthy gums.

LANOLIN – Obtained from the wax found on sheep wool after shearing, refined and
purified to cosmetic specifications. Has a characteristic “barnyard” odor. Rich in
cholesterol, Lanolin is well suited for the treatment of brittle hair and fingernails, and
dry and raw elbows, knees and feet. An excellent emollient, skin lubricant and
protectant especially helpful in winter when extremes of temperature and wind can
damage skin. Lanolin is also useful in natural cosmetic formulations as it adds thickness
and body to a cream or salve without the use of chemical thickeners.

LAVENDER OIL – Any of the woody evergreen shrubs belonging to the genus
Lavaendula, bearing spikes of pale purple flowers and yielding a fragrant oil. Its fresh,
clean scent has made it a worldwide, body pampering favorite. Lavender is an excellent
all-purpose skin care oil in that it relieves pain, promotes healing, and prevents scarring
by stimulating the cells to regenerate more quickly. Used on itchy skin, bruises, burns
and blemishes. Stimulates circulation to the skin.

LEMONGRASS OIL – Citrus Medica Limonum. Volatile oil distilled from the leaves of
lemon grasses. A yellowish or reddish brown liquid, it has a strong odor of verbena.
Used in insect repellents and in fruit flavorings for foods and beverages.

LEMON OIL – Obtained from the fresh peel of the Citrus Lemon tree. Known for its
astringent and anti-irritant qualities, lemon oil also imparts shine to the hair when
added to hair products. Also valued for its characteristic sweet, fruity refreshingly clean,
lemony fragrance. Lemon oil is fairly inexpensive because it is produced quite simply
and cheaply; about 1,000 lemons will yield a pound of lemon oil. Balances overactive
sebaceous glands that lead to oily, blemished skin. Clears, and enlivens the complexion.
Also effective in treating brittle fingernails and in general hand care.

LEMON PEEL EXTRACT – our yellow corn alcoholic extract contains the essential oils of
the lemon which are stimulatory to the skins circulation.

LEMON VERBENA LEAF – Aloysia triphylls. These leaves have a clean, sharp, lemony
fragrance. Is antiseptic and stimulating. As an infusion, can be used to reduce puffiness
around eyes.

LETTUCE EXTRACT – our yellow corn alcoholic extract contains chlorophyl and other
essential oils.

LIME OIL – Astringent, antiseptic and non-irritating. Useful in the treatment of acne.

MAGNESIUM SULFATE – Epsom Salts. Small, white crystal resembling salt. It is used in
soaks and baths to draw toxic substances from the body through the skin. Very effective
for sore, tired muscles.

MARINE SILTS – Mineral rich ocean sediment full of luscious vitamins. Silts are heavier
than water, and therefore sink to form a muddy, murky layer. Marine silts draw out
toxins and are used to remineralize the surface of the skin.

MARSHMALLOW LEAF – Althaea Officinalis. Emollient,
softening and soothing. Good for inflamed, puffy skin.

MASK – A cosmetic absorbent which, when mixed with water, draws impurities from the
skin’s pores. Burt’s Bees Green Goddess Clay mask is an example, which relies on
green clay to clean the pores and dried herbs to stimulate, tone and refresh the skin.
Green Goddess Clay mask can be mixed with water to treat oily skin and mixed with
mashed avocado, banana or honey if the skin is dry or aging, as the mask would then
moisturize as it cleans. Masks do not have to be completely dry on the skin to
accomplish their Ôdrawing’ and cleansing effects.

MENTHOL – This natural crystal imparts cooling and antimicrobial properties to
preparations.

MOISTURIZER – Something which helps the skin retain, or adds to, its natural moisture.
Usually a liquid, lotion, cream, or oil.

MUGWORT – Artemisia Vulgaris. Derived from the distillation of the whole plant.
Strongly aromatic, slightly musky, the oil is
yellowish-brown. Named after the goddess Aremis, protectress of virgins, mugwort had
an ancient reputation as a specific for female cycles. It was also a magical plant known
to increase psychic power.

MYRRH – Commiphora Myrrha. Obtained from various trees, especially from East Africa
and Arabia. Valued for its fragrant and soothing properties. Used by the ancients as an
ingredient of incense and perfumes and as a remedy for localized skin
problems. Can work to heal skin rashes and irritations. Has a revitalizing effect on aging
and wrinkled skin. It has preserving and antiseptic properties.

NATURAL – Any substance that is harvested from nature and then isolated and purified
by a variety of environmentally sound techniques including: filtration, fermentation,
distillation, expressing and other like processes.

NATURAL FLAVOR(S) – Flavors derived from nature. The source may be fruit, vegetable
or any other natural source that provides a pleasing taste.

NETTLES – Urtica Dioica. An herb obtained from the stinging weed. Rich in minerals and
plant hormones. Known for its tonic, astringent and revitalizing properties. Stimulates
hair growth and adds shine and softness to hair.

NONFAT MILK – Solid residue which remains when water
is removed from defatted cow’s milk. Milk has been used for centuries as a natural,
soothing skin cleanser and softener.

NUTMEG – Myristica Fragrans. Used in perfumery, especially in combination with such
other scents as sandalwood, lavender, patchouli, and vetiver, and in spicy aftershave
lotions and other types of men’s cosmetics. Used as a massage oil to stimulate
circulation and to relieve rheumatic pains and achy joints. It is used externally as a
gentle stimulant.

OATS – Kind and soothing to the skin, oats can relieve the
irritation of dry, itchy skin. Helps absorb oils, leaving a silky smooth feel to the skin.
Acts as a gentle exfoliant.

OAT PROTEIN – Avena Sativa. A very special, natural
emulsifier which blends vegetable oils and vegetable glycerins together. Burt’s Bees
selects oat protein over wheat.

OLIVE OIL – Obtained from pressing ripe olives of Olea Europaea. Olive oil is greenishyellow
in color and has a strong, somewhat spicy odor. A carrier oil best used with the
stronger smelling essential oils such as rosemary or tea tree to mask its inherent odor.
It has been used by Mediterranean people for centuries both as a food and as a
treatment for damaged, dry hair. Soothes, heals and lubricates the skin. Used in many
face creams as an emollient with superior penetrating power.

OAT STRAW – The rough cellulose fiber of the oat (sativa) species, which lends a
ÒscrubbingÓ action to the soap bar. Oats are well known skin soothers.

ORANGE OIL – Citrus Aurantium Dulcis. Obtained by expressing the cold, fresh peel of
the orange tree, a smallish tree native to China and India, now cultivated in Brazil,
Cypress, Israel, Mexico and the United States. About 800 oranges yields one pound of
orange oil. Valued for its zesty and refreshing, sweet yet tart aroma. In skin care
preparations, orange oil reduces puffiness and discourages dry wrinkled skin. Both the
oil and the peel are used to stimulate circulation, clear blemishes, and increase
perspiration, thus assisting the release of toxins from dull or blemished skin. The peel is
used as a natural exfoliator.

ORANGE WAX – Derived from orange rinds, this wax is a multifunctional ingredient that
possesses antimicrobial, emulsifying, stabilizing and emollient properties.

PATCHOULI OIL – Pogostemon Cablin. Antiseptic. Stimulating when used in small
quantities, sedating when used in larger doses. Best used for bath or massage. Said to
have aphrodisiac qualities. Scent makes a pleasant cologne.

PARSLEY EXTRACT – Parsley is a source of remarkable nutrition. Rich in Vitamin C, pro
vitamin V and chlorophyll, parsley increases circulation to the skin and helps purify the
skin.

PARSLEY LEAF – Soothing and antiseptic. Has healing effects on acne, psoriasis and
excema. Excellent for use in facial steams.

PECAN SHELL POWDER – Carya Illinoensis. From the ground shell of the pecan, pecan
shell powder makes an excellent, gentle, natural exfolliant.

PENNY ROYAL – The Latin name derives from pulex (flea) because of pennyroyal’s
power to deter fleas and other insects.

PEPPERMINT OIL – Mentha Piperita. Refreshing, reviving, fragrant oil or extract from the
Mediterranean peppermint plant. Peppermint herb is valued for its cooling, pain relieving
and antiseptic effect in bath and facial herbs. When prepared in a carrier lotion it is
useful for minor skin irritation and inflammation. Peppermint oil contains menthol,
known for its ability to open breathing passages and settle upset stomachs. Peppermint
oil is used extensively to flavor candy, chewing gum and toothpaste and, in cosmetics,
is used to cleanse and tone. Purifies sluggish skin and pores, and is suitable for use on
oily skin, acne, and blackheads.

pH – The power of the hydrogen molecule. The amount of hydrogen present in a
substance determines the acid or alkaline level of a product. In the skin it is the pH of
the acid mantle (the protective fluid made up of perspiration, oils and other debris lying
over the live part of the Dermis) that is considered important to the health of the skin.

PINE OIL – Thin clear oil derived through steam distillation of the needles of the pine
tree. Strong antiseptic and deodorizing qualities. Quite useful in the sauna, and in a
bath, pine eases stress and mental exhaustion. Pine is a familiar scent to most of us,
reminding us of cool, green forests. Often used in household cleaning products and in
men’s toiletries.

PINE TAR – Produced by distillation, and applied externally, pine tar is used extensively
in the treatment of skin afflictions. Pine tar is soothing to the skin and antiseptic.

PANTHENOL – is provitamin B5 which conditions the hair when absorbed.

PUMICE – Light weight porous rock of volcanic origin that acts as an exfoliator when
rubbed on skin.

PURIFIED WATER – Water that has been treated to filter out sediments, remove all
dissolved minerals and kill all micro-organisms.

PYRETHRUM – A natural pest deterrent.

RETINYL PALMITATE (Vitamin A) – A stable form of Vitamin A that acts as a skin
normalizer. Helps remind the cells of what they did when they were young. Nourishes
the skin when applied topically.

RICE FLOUR – Highly absorbent product derived from ground rice. Absorbs both
moisture and oils.

ROSE BUDS – Obtained from the dried plants of Rosa Centifolia. Has, the same sweet
fragrance as rose oil, but to a much lesser degree.

ROSE HIP SEED OIL – Rosa Mosqueta. A Triglyceride
(vegetable oil). High in polyunsaturated fats and Vitamin C. Soothing, softening and
regenerating to the skin. Successfully used to treat scar tissue.

ROSE OIL – Has soothing, gentle cleansing properties that have a softening and refining
effect on the skin. It is antiseptic and mildly astringent for dry or chapped skin, helping
to restore pH. Excellent for use on all skin types.

ROSEMARY – Rosmarinus Officinalis. An aromatic shrub with scaly bark and leathery,
needle-like leaves yielding a pungent pine-like aroma with a woody, camphor note.
Used for centuries, rosemary is a physical and mental stimulant, and an astringent
healer used to treat muscle soreness.. Stimulates cell renewal, and in beauty products it
is used to clear acne and blemishes, improve circulation and can reduce the appearance
of broken capillaries and varicose veins. Has a long history as a ingredient in hair care,
as it normalizes excessive oil secretions and improves most scalp problems, notably
dandruff. Conditions the scalp and stimulates hair growth.

ROSEMARY EXTRACT – From the aromatic rosemary
shrub with scaly bark and leathery needle-like leaves, yields a pungent pine-like aroma
with a woody, camphor note. Used
for centuries, Rosemary is a physical and mental stimulant. Stimulates cell renewal,
and in beauty products, it is used to clear acne and blemishes, improve circulation and
can reduce the appearance of broken capillaries and varicose veins.

ROYAL JELLY – Very nourishing, royal jelly is made of nectar, pollen, flower parts,
vitamins, minerals, bee hormones and other natural ingredients. Very precious,
mysterious substance that honeybees produce and feed to only select young bees, who
in turn become mature and fertile Queen bees. The Queen bee lives 40 times longer
than her worker bees.

RUE – A volatile oil which contains limonene. Completely safe way to deter insects. For
centuries, the herb rue has been used in households to deter flies and ants in such
things as arrangements, wreathes and potpourri.

SAGE – Salvia Officinalis. A natural antioxidant. The leaves of the small evergreen
perennial are used for their tonic, astringent, and soothing properties. Sage oils,
obtained by steam distillation of the leaves, are used as a fragrant component in
lotions. Arabs believe sage prevents dying, while the Chinese used to brew sage leaves
instead of tea to obtain a soothing, relaxing beverage.

SANDALWOOD OIL – Santalum Album. This rich, luxurious, fragrant oil is one of the
oldest known perfume materials, with at least 4,000 years of uninterrupted use.
Sandalwood helps reduce tension and anxiety, and is moisturizing to dry skin and hair.
It is believed to be an antidepressant, expectorant and aphrodisiac.

SD ALCOHOL – Distilled from corn. Specially denatured (SD) alcohol according to U.S.
Codes of Federal Regulations. Denaturing makes the alcohol un-drinkable by adding
unpleasant substances. Works as a solvent.

SEA CLAY – Tiny particles of minerals (rocks) which were carried along by rivers in previous geological years and then deposited in the sea, now
excavated. Used for health and beauty treatments throughout the ages, in both mud packs and face masks.Sea clay’s
natural drawing action removes impurities from deep within the pores, leaving the skin
clean, clear, detoxified and stimulated.

SEA SALT – Concentrated mineral salt from the sea. Softens skin and acts as a
detoxifying cleanser that draws impurities out of the body through the skin.

SEAWEED – Detoxifying marine plant. Good for the
treatment of oily skin.

SESAME SEED OIL – The edible seeds of an East Indian herb yield a pale yellow oil
which is an excellent skin softener. Aids in the treatment of psoriasis and eczema.
Excellent for all skin types.

SLIPPERY ELM BARK – Obtained from the inner bark of Ulmus Fulva – the North
American Elm tree. Used for its soothing and softening properties. Colonists used
Slippery Elm Bark poultices for a variety of skin ailments. Effective in damp, moist
areas such as a baby’s bottom to soothe, coat and calm the skin.

SODIUM BICARBONATE – Baking Soda. A natural, alkaline salt crystal. Very effective
cleansing agent, yet mild to the hair and skin. Also extremely absorbent of odors.

SODIUM BORATE – Natural Borax. Hard odorless powder. Salt used together with
Beeswax to form stable emulsions in cremes and lotions. Also used as a pH adjuster
and a gentle antiseptic.

SODIUM CITRATE – is a natural alpha hydroxy acid salt that naturally adjusts ph.

SODIUM CHLORIDE – Concentrated mineral salt from the sea. Softens skin and acts as
a detoxifying cleanser that draws
impurities out of the body through the skin.

SOUTHERNWOOD – An herb which has essential oils that pass to the roots and act as a
conditioner. Great for dull, lifeless hair, also used to encourage hair growth. Also used
to deter flies.

SPEARMINT OIL – Natural mint flavor imparts taste and antimicrobial properties to oral
products.

SPRUCE OIL – Tsuga Canadensis. Pleasant in the bath and is used commercially in soap
making, room deodorants, bath
preparations and many other types of household products.

STEARIC ACID (Vegetable Fat) – When a vegetable oil molecule is split in half, glycerin
and fatty acids are the result. These fatty acids are reacted with borax, a natural salt, a
natural emulsifier. Emulsifiers enable oils to be dispersed throughout a water base to
form a cream or lotion that does not separate.

SUCROSE – Sugar. A crystalline disaccharide obtained from the sugar cane, the sugar
beet, and sorghum, and forming the greater part of maple sugar.

SUNFLOWER SEED – Helianthus Annuus. Makes an excellent nutritious food for the body
and skin. Sunflower oil is especially useful for oily skin. The petals are used as an
ingredient in herbal hair rinses, especially for blond or light-colored hair.

SUCROSE STEARATE – derived from sugar and vegetable oil, works as an emulsifier.

SURFACTANT – Abbreviation of the term, “surface-active-agent.” Reduce the surface
tension of oils, greases and other substances, allowing them to be broken into smaller
particles or globules to facilitate cleansing.

SUGAR CANE EXTRACT – the juicy pulp of the sugar cane plant works as a natural alpha
hydroxy acid.

SUGAR MAPLE EXTRACT – derived from the Sugar Maple tree, this extract works as a
natural alpha hydroxy acid.

SWEET ALMOND OIL – From the almond. Very emollient, all-purpose oil that is
absorbed quickly. Excellent for the skin and nails.

SWEET ORANGE OIL – Citrus Aurantium Dulcis. Obtained by expressing the cold, fresh
peel of the orange tree, a smallish tree native to China and India, now cultivated in
Brazil, Cypress, Israel, Mexico and the United States. About 800 oranges yields one
pound of orange oil. Valued for its zesty and refreshing, sweet yet tart aroma. In skin
care preparations, orange oil reduces puffiness and discourages dry wrinkled skin. Both
the oil and the peel are used to stimulate circulation, clear blemishes, and increase
perspiration, thus assisting the release of toxins from dull or blemished skin. The peel is
used as a natural exfoliator.

TAGETES EXTRACT – Used for its cleansing and deodorizing properties, tagetes extract is
an anti-fungal and antibacterial. A wonderful emollient oil which has a soothing effect
on the skin. Also known as Aztec Marigold.

TANSY – Used as an insect deterrent. Externally tansy can be used as a wash to treat
scabies. Tansy was one of the herbs strewn on the floor in the Middle Ages to deter
fleas and other insects.

TEA TREE OIL – Indigenous to Australia, Tea Tree has been used for centuries for a wide
range of medical conditions. It is antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal.

THALASSO THERAPY – The art of using sea water, sea minerals, and sea plants for
therapeutic results, from the Greek “thalassa” meaning “sea.” Sea products are used in
spas around the world for skin care, cellulite control and aches and pains such as
arthritis. The balance of elements in sea water and sea plants is very similar to the
chemical make-up of human plasma, and many of the nutrients found concentrated in
sea plants are nutrients needed by the skin and hair.

TITANIUM DIOXIDE – Naturally derived from a mineral. Used chiefly as a white
pigment, and as an opacifier. Reflects light,
so (when stated as such) can be considered a natural sun block.

TOCOPHEROL (D-Alpha) – Vitamin E. Found in vegetable oils, especially Soybean and
Wheat Germ. A natural anti-oxidant, guarding against rancidity in oils. Valued for its
soothing, regenerating properties. D-Alpha Tocopherol is natural Vitamin E. DL-Alpha
Tocopherol is synthetic.

TOCOPHERYL ACETATE – The ester of Tocopherol and Acetic Acid, a man-made form of
Vitamin E that helps protect the skin (a stabilized version of Tocopherol).

TOMATO EXTRACT – Purifying to the skin, naturally acidic tomato extract also helps
balance the PH of the skin.

TOXIC – Toxic describes a substance or condition which presents unusually high stresses
upon the normal elimination systems of the body. A chronically toxic environment or
repeated exposure to a toxic substance results in the degeneration of the body’s
functioning. Most modern urban environments present challenging conditions for the
human body and its ability to cleanse and purify. Our bodies often exhibit the negative
symptoms of the assault of toxins. Burt’s Bees provides several products created to
assist the body’s normal cleansing and detoxifying processes.

VANILLA BEAN – Dried, cured fruit pods of the tender epiphytic tropical orchid.
Principally used as culinary and in commercial flavorings and cosmetics.

VANILLA EXTRACT – Orchidaceae. From the tropical epiphytic orchid. Principally used as
culinary and in commercial flavorings and cosmetics.

VEGETABLE GLYCERIN – A sweet tasting, colorless, sticky fluid, usually a by-product of
soap-making, that draws moisture to the skin.

VEGETABLE OIL – Used to dilute essential oils which are very concentrated and can not
be used directly on the skin. Extracted from nuts, kernels and seeds, vegetable oils are
also used extensively as emollients.

VEGETABLE SOAP – Made from earth alkalies and vegetable oil, and used by humankind
for thousands of years, natural vegetable soaps are the oldest most trusted cleansers.

VERTIVERT OIL – Vertiveria Zizanioides. Steam distillation from the roots and rootlets.
Aids in cleansing and soothing dry skin.

VINEGAR – Pyrus Malus. A sour, sharp-tasting liquid containing natural, acetic acid.
Produced from the fermentation of the juice of various fruits or berries, or from honey,
molasses, or even cereal grains as in malt vinegars. Cosmetic vinegars, also called
toilet vinegars, have been used as a complexion aid for centuries. Vinegar closes pores
and preserves or restores the skin’s natural acidity (pH balance). Vinegar keeps both
oily and dry complexions soft and fresh and can combat the ravages of alkaline soaps
and make up.

WATER – The major constituent of all living matter. Our
products always contain purified water.

WHEAT GERM OIL – Triticum Vulgare. Thick, dark, fragrant oil expressed from the
wheat germÑthe seed of the wheat grain. This oil is very high in vitamins, particularly
Vitamin E, carotene, and lecithin. Its high Vitamin E content acts as an
anti-oxidant and preservative. Wheat germ oil is added to some cosmetics to keep the
product from turning rancid.

WHEAT GRASS SEEDS – The sprouted seed of the wheat plant.

WHITE FRENCH CLAY – Finely textured, light colored, Kaolin clay. Its excellent
absorbent, tightening and toning properties make it valuable for face masks.

WHOLE BUTTERMILK – A specialty milk richer in fats and emollients than whole cow’s
milk. For centuries milk has been used as a natural, soothing skin cleaner and skin
softener.

WILD LETTUCE POWDER – Succulent wild lettuce is fresh dried and gently ground to a
powdered form. Wild Lettuce is nutritionally rich yet mild to the skin, and has soothing,
cooling and purifying skin properties.

WILLOWBARK EXTRACT – Contains natural beta hydroxy acids which work as a natural
skin exfoliant to help unplug
follicles and pores.

WINTERGREEN OIL – Gaultheria Procumbens (Methyl Salyctate). Distilled from the
leaves of the Wintergreen plant. Strong heat/cooling action. Intensely aromatic when
used in bath herb or facial herb formulas. Methyl salicylate is used as an astringent
aromatic in lotions, creams, salves, and as a rub for sore muscles, arthritis,
rheumatism, or sciatica.

WORMWOOD – Also known as green ginger. Completely safe herb used to deter insects.
For centuries, wormwood has been burned on a fire with low embers to destroy fleas
and lice.

XANTHAN GUM – A natural sugar polymer found on the foliage of leafy green plants. A
natural thickener, this food grade material is edible and often used to thicken ice cream
and salad dressing as well as natural cosmetics.

YARROW EXTRACT – Achillea Millefolium. Extract from the leaf and flower of the
YarrowÑa strongly scented, spicy, wild herb used in astringents and shampoos. Infused
with almond and olive oils, Yarrow is valued for its cleansing, toning, anti-inflammatory
and healing properties. One of the best-known herbal remedies for fevers. Like all
sweat inducing remedies, Yarrow encourages blood flow to the skin and this helps to
lower blood pressure. Adds sheen and body to hair when used in hair products.

YLANG YLANG OIL – Cananga Odorata. This oil is used in soap making and as a blender
in perfumery. It has an intensely sweet, soft, floral – balsamic, slightly spicy scent.

YUCCA SCHIDIGERA EXTRACT – A natural foaming extract from a southwestern shrub.

ZINC OXIDE – a natural mineral that works as one of Mother Nature’s most effective
skin protectants. Provides a natural block or barrier to wetness and moisture, as well as
to the sun’s rays.