When we hear Vanilla Extract, our first thought is the alcohol based bottle in our spice cabinet, but Vanilla Planifolia Fruit CO₂ Extract is so much more. It is filled to the brim with plant actives that nurture and nourish the skin in a beautiful, deliciously scented way. 

When we dive into the details about our Madagascar vanilla bean extract, these tough brown beans reveal there tender treasures to us. This fruit is rich in naturally occurring polyphenols, like vanillin, that help protect the skin from environmental stress while supporting a softer, more even looking complexion. There is something about this extract that feels both active and gentle at the same time, offering antioxidant support without ever overwhelming the skin. Even the aroma plays a role, bringing a subtle sense of calm that you can actually feel translate into the skin and nervous system when we go to unwind. 

What I also found so unique is that it also carries these delicate sugars and trace nutrients that act as humectants, helping the skin hold onto hydration in a really natural way. It reveals that oils do not always require heavy emollience to benefit skin hydration but are still able to keep the skin feeling supple, balanced, and comfortable. I love how it is immensely supportive to the skin especially skin that feels dry, sensitive, or just a little irritated and in need of something gentle & nurturing.

And then there is the story behind it, which makes it feel even more special. In Madagascar, every vanilla orchid is hand pollinated, which already gives you a sense of the level of care involved. After that, the curing process takes months, slowly developing the full depth of its aroma and its beneficial compounds. When it is finally extracted using CO₂, it captures all of that in its most intact form. It is one of those ingredients that truly reflects time, intention, and craftsmanship, and you can feel that when you use it.

Vanilla CO₂ Extract is found in Cocoon belly oil, From the Sun body oil, Into the Mystic body oil and Sun Dream antioxidant oil. 

XO, 
B