What’s Really in Your Skincare? (And What We Leave Out)

When was the last time you turned over a skincare bottle and actually read the ingredients list?

For most of us, skincare shopping comes down to packaging, a few buzzwords on the front label, and maybe a vague promise like “anti-aging” or “hydrating.” But what’s inside that pretty jar or tube can make all the difference — for your skin, your health, and even the environment.

At Lunah Life, we believe you deserve to know exactly what you’re putting on your skin — and what you’re avoiding when you choose clean beauty. Here’s why ingredient transparency matters, the most common culprits hiding in your products, and what we use instead to keep your skin healthy and happy.

🌱 WHY INGREDIENTS MATTER

Your skin absorbs much of what you put on it. Some ingredients sit on the surface, but many penetrate deeper — and some even make it into your bloodstream.

• Over time, exposure to synthetic chemicals can disrupt hormones, trigger sensitivities, or harm your skin barrier
• Harsh detergents and fillers can strip your skin, making it dry, irritated, or more prone to breakouts.
• Synthetic ingredients can pollute waterways and harm ecosystems when washed down the drain
  

In other words: what’s in your skincare matters. And so does what’s not in it.

🌸 WHAT WE LEAVE OUT (AND WHY)

Here are some of the most common ingredients found in mainstream skincare — and why we’ll never use them in ours:

• Parabens - Used as preservatives, parabens have been linked to hormone disruption and have been found in breast tissue samples. You’ll see them on labels ending in -paraben, like methylparaben or butylparaben.
• Phthalates - These are used to make fragrances “stick,” but they’re also hormone disruptors and are being phased out in many industries for good reason.
• Synthetic fragrance - “Fragrance” is a catch-all term that can hide dozens of chemicals. Even if you don’t have sensitive skin, synthetic fragrances can trigger headaches, irritation, and long-term skin issues.
• Sulfates - These foaming agents strip your skin of natural oils, leaving it vulnerable and dehydrated.
• Petroleum-based fillers - Cheap and heavy, ingredients like mineral oil or paraffin clog pores and suffocate your skin — while offering no real benefit.

These ingredients are cheap, but the cost to your health and your skin isn’t worth it.

🌿 WHAT WE USE INSTEAD

When we formulate our products, we choose every ingredient with care and purpose — and you can pronounce every one of them.

• Organic herbal infusions: calendula, chamomile, arnica, dandelion, and more — each chosen for its healing, calming, or protective properties
• Cold-pressed oils: rosehip, jojoba, sea buckthorn, and raspberry seed oils feed your skin essential fatty acids and antioxidants
• Plant-based extracts: aloe, mushroom, and pomegranate help hydrate, repair, and defend your skin barrier
• Essential oils (used sparingly and safely): for subtle scent and therapeutic benefits

Every formula is free from fillers, toxins, and anything your skin doesn’t actually need.

✨ WHY CLEAN INGREDIENTS WORK BETTER

You don’t need harsh chemicals to see results. In fact, your skin is much more likely to thrive when you stop overloading it and start supporting it with clean, natural ingredients.

• Your skin barrier stays strong and healthy
• Irritation and redness decrease
• Your skin becomes more resilient over time
• You can feel good about what you’re putting on your face

Clean beauty isn’t just about avoiding bad ingredients — it’s about feeding your skin what it truly craves.

💚 THE LUNAH LIFE PROMISE

We created Lunah Life because we were frustrated with the lack of transparency in the beauty industry. So many products claim to be “natural” while still including synthetic dyes, fragrances, and fillers.

Our promise:
- No parabens, phthalates, sulfates, or synthetic fragrances.
- No petroleum byproducts or unnecessary chemicals.
- Only clean, plant-powered skincare you can feel good about — for your skin and the planet.

🧖🏽 CLEAN SWAPS TO MAKE TODAY

Not sure where to start? Replace just one or two products at a time with clean alternatives and you’ll see and feel the difference.

• Moon Light Magic Overnight Oil — Antioxidant-rich overnight repair
• Famous Toner — Refreshing, hydrating mist with botanicals
• Better Butter — Multi-purpose balm for repairing irritated skin
• Triple Threat Oil Cleanser & Serum — Cleanse and nourish in one step
  

Each of these products is made with transparency, integrity, and your long-term skin health in mind.

💛 WHY NOW?

We’re all exposed to so many environmental stressors already — why add more chemicals to the mix? Choosing clean skincare is one of the simplest ways you can care for yourself and the planet at the same time.

🌻 READY TO CLEAN UP YOUR SKINCARE?

We make it easy. Our products are free from toxins, full of goodness, and loved by customers who want skincare that actually delivers — without the hidden downsides.

✅ Moon Light Magic Oil
✅ Famous Toner
✅ Better Butter
✅ Triple Threat Oil Cleanser & Serum