The Power Ingredients behind Our Handcrafted skincare

THE SECRET INGREDIENTS BEHIND ZENO COSMETICS — Nature’s Best in Every Drop

We don’t just make skincare. We craft experiences powered by ingredients your skin craves. Here’s a glimpse into the powerhouse extras we infuse into our soaps, scrubs, and lotions—and exactly why your skin loves them.

1.DARK BEER + ACTIVATED CHARCOAL
Not just for happy hour. We use real dark ale, packed with skin-loving B vitamins, amino acids, and antioxidants. The natural sugars in the beer kick the lather into overdrive, giving you thick, creamy bubbles that leave skin silky-soft. The hops and yeast in the beer also have anti-inflammatory benefits, helping soothe irritated or sensitive skin.

Then we level it up with activated charcoal, a powerhouse detoxifier that dives deep into pores to draw out dirt, oil, and impurities. It helps clear up blemishes, balance oily skin, and leaves your complexion feeling refreshed and purified.

2.HIMALAYAN PINK SALT

Sourced from ancient sea beds, this pink crystal is loaded with 84+ trace minerals—zinc, magnesium, calcium, and more. These minerals detoxify and balance the skin’s natural pH, while the fine grains offer gentle exfoliation. Skin feels polished, purified, and rejuvenated after every wash. Plus, the salt gives the soap a hard, long-lasting bar that won’t melt away too quickly.

3.LAVENDER TEA

We steep real lavender buds to create skin-soothing tea that calms both skin and spirit. Lavender tea is naturaly antibacterial and helps reduce redness, irritation, and inflammation. The aromatic infusion also provides a gentle floral scent that feels like a soft exhale after a long day. Skin is left feeling soft, relaxed, and balanced

4.PURE ALOE VERA GEL

Never powdered or diluted. Aloe vera gel delivers deep hydration, instantly cooling and calming skin that’s dry, sun-kissed, or irritated. It’s rich in vitamins A, C, E, and enzymes, which help repair skin damage and encourage healing. Our Lavender & Aloe soap bars offer a silky, soothing cleanse perfect for sensitive skin.

5.ORANGE JUICE

We use freshly squeezed orange juice (not just fragrance or extract). Bursting with natural Vitamin C, this liquid feeds the skin with antioxidants that help brighten complexion and boost collagen. The fruit’s natural acids and the dry orange peel powder offer a gentle, natural exfoliation that refines texture and clears pores. The result? A radiant glow with a fresh, zesty aroma.

6.COFFEE (Liquid Gold – Not Just a Sprinkle)

In our Cappuccino Soap, we take things seriously—we replace all the water in our recipe with freshly brewed strong coffee. This isn’t just a gimmick. Coffee is rich in antioxidants that protect skin from environmental damage and neutralize free radicals. The natural caffeine helps boost circulation, tighten skin, and may even help reduce the appearance of cellulite over time.

We also include finely ground coffee for gentle exfoliation, which removes dead skin cells and leaves your skin feeling smooth, invigorated, and toned. The deep, roasted aroma of coffee lingers subtly on your skin—perfect for coffee lovers who want their morning perk in the shower, too.

7.RICE MILK

Creamy and luxurious, rice milk is rich in vitamin B, niacin, and ferulic acid, which help brighten the skin and reduce the appearance of dark spots and uneven tone. It has anti-inlflammatory properties that soothe sensitive skin and promote elasticity. In soap, rice milk creates a smooth, silky lather that pampers and softens, leaving a velvety touch.

8.TURMERIC

We use pure ground turmeric, known as nature’s golden healer. Turmeric’s curcumin compound is a powerhouse anti-inflammatory and antioxidant that helps fight blemishes, calm skin irritation, and even out skin tone. It’s especially loved for its ability to add a natural glow and tackle issues like acne scars or hyperpigmentation.

 

IN OUR SCRUBS & LOTIONS: Skin-Loving Powerhouses

Because our scrubs and lotions share many of the same botanical heroes, it’s all about how they work differently to deliver results.

Vegetable Glycerin

A humectant magnet for moisture. In scrubs, it locks hydration into freshly exfoliated skin;

In Lotions, it keeps skin soft and dewy all day long.

Vitamin E 

The ultimate skin defender. In scrubs, it soothes and heals micro-tears from exfoliation;

In Lotions, it helps repair and strengthen skin’s barrier.

Wildflower Honey 

 A natural humectant and antibacterial powerhouse. In scrubs, it helps soften and calm skin post-exfoliation;

In Lotions, it deeply hydrates while protecting against irritation.

Arrowroot Powder (Scrubs only) 

Silky and smoothing. It cuts the greasy feel of oils, leaving skin soft, dry-touch, and smooth after scrubbing.

Organic Cane Sugar (Scrubs only) 

 Gentle yet effective. Fine sugar granules exfoliate without scratching, revealing bright, smooth skin underneath.

Aloe Vera Gel (Lotions only) 

 Deep hydration meets cooling calm. In lotions, aloe soothes sun-kissed or dry skin, delivering a refreshing, silky finish.

Why We Do It

At Zeno Cosmetics, every extra ingredient we choose is there for a reason. Not just to sound fancy—but to deliver skin-loving benefits you can feel after every wash, scrub, or smooth-on. Your skin deserves more than filler. It deserves nature at its boldest.