Monday, January 22, 2007

Thinking of buying skincare/cosmetics over the internet?

Are you thinking of buying skincare/cosmetics items from overseas and having them shipped to Malaysia? Well, think again. You just cannot get past KLIA customs. They are VERY strict on this now. I went through the whole ordeal before. So, do Read what i went through before you buy any "Cosmetic" products from the internet.

Acetic Acid

Occurs naturally in apples, cocoa, grapes, coffee, oranges, peaches, pineapples, strawberries, vinegar and a variety of other fruits and plants. Used as part of a natural preservative system. We do not use chemical preservatives incl. parabens, urea, etc.

Alginate Sea Minerals (Algin)

Obtained from seaweed and used as a natural emulsifier, thickener and stabilizer in shampoos and other hair care products. Also makes hair feel softer and shinier.

Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis Extract)

Used medicinally for thousands of years for healing of burns and injuries. Wonderful in cosmetics for soothing, regenerating and moisturizing properties. We use organic aloe vera (fresh extract from inner-gel of aloe barbadensis) which is a succulent plant that holds water in its leaves that supports moisture balance of the skin.

AHA (Alfa Hydroxy acid)


Natural source of AHA (Alpha-Hydroxy-Acids) derived from rhubarb that aids skin in shedding dead skin cells thus exposing softer smoother skin beneath.

Alpinia (Alpinia Officinarum Root Extract)

A traditional Malaysian rainforest herb from the jungle with medicinal and cosmetic values used for thousands of years. Medicinally used to heal ailments from bronchitis to cholera, joint and ligament pains and skin diseases as well. An excellent and powerful astringent for cosmetics. We proudly use it in Alpinia & Tea Tree Facial Wash.

Angelica (Angelica Archangelica)



Mild anti-microbial herb that soothes irritations. Part of Paul Penders LevensESSENTIE Gold™ 22 herbal extract.