Barley was one of the first grains that people began to cultivate in Africa and Asia more than 10,000 years ago. It was the main cereal crop grown in ancient Greece and remained so for thousands of years. Barley was eventually replaced by wheat. Due to its high gluten content, it is a popular grain in sourdough bread. Today, barley is grown for malt, a key ingredient in beer and whiskey, and as fodder. In recent years, barley grass juice has become very popular due to its detoxifying properties. Also, as a superfood. It is an excellent source of dietary plant fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals. Barley stem water is obtained by distillation of barley thalli.  Rich in nutrients, this plant water has softening and soothing effects on the skin.

Roman chamomile, the ally of delicate skins, is a plant with yellow flowers with fruity, soft and refreshing notes. Known for its softening properties, this hydrolat will protect, soften and provide comfort to the skin.

Witch hazel, a native shrub from North America, belongs to the Hamamelidaceae family. This hydrolat is obtained by steam extraction of the organic witch hazel dry leaves. Rich in antioxidants and tannins, this witch hazel extract known for its astringent properties will softens the skin.

Aloe vera is a miraculous cactus–like plant with multiple actions on the skin. Each triangular leaf of the aloe vera plant is composed of three layers with the innermost layer containing a clear gel that’s made of 99 percent of water and numerous potentially active ingredients. The inner leaf juice is removed from the rind and cold–pressed.

Aloe vera juice intensively rehydrates the skin. It helps to lock moisture into the skin which consequently has the ultimate smoothening and softening effect on the skin. By stimulating fibroblast activity aloe vera leaf juice slows signs of aging. Fine lines and wrinkles diminish. Due to salicylic acid, aloe vera acts as a gentle exfoliator helping to gently slough off dead skin cells. Aloe vera juice contains polysaccharides that stimulate skin repair and relieve skin irritation.