Ingredients Information

Since 2004, Cherub Rubs has proudly manufactured a 100% natural, certified organic and non-toxic skincare range
suitable for newborns through to grandparents.
Below are some of the ingredients you will find throughout our range. 

Almond Oil

This is one of the most useful, practical and commonly used oils. It is great for all skin types as an emollient and is best known for its ability to soften, soothe, and re-condition the skin. The oil comes from the kernel and consists mainly of oleic acid, essential unsaturated fatty acids, sterolins and vitamin E.

Aloe Vera Powder

Has healing soothing, antibacterial and moisturizing properties. It is used to relieve burning, itching, minor cuts and first and second degree burns. Recent studies indicate that aloe vera has the ability to accelerate cell growth in the skin.

Apricot Kernel Oil

This is a light textured, nourishing oil with a high vitamin A content. It is useful for all skin types, especially dry, mature or sensitive skin.

Beeswax

Natural thickener and barrier forming agent.

Calendula Oil

Calendula is an excellent anti inflammatory, and is very useful for eczema, dermatitis and irritated skin in general. It is also a good venous tonic and can be useful for spider and varicose veins.

Carrot oil

Carrot oil has regenerating and toning effects, which is excellent for mature and congested skin, couperose skin and eczema.

Coco butter

Coco butter is a great emollient that is popularly used to add flexibility to the skin.

Centella Extract

This plant is considered to be one of the most rejuvenating. Collagen synthesis -has been shown to increase the production of collagen by fibroblasts. This means that IT will both speed wound healing and decrease the signs of ageing.

Lavender Oil

The pure essential oil from the freshly cut tops of Lavender flowers regulates sebum production, fosters the regeneration of new skin cells and soothes inflamed skin.

Lemon oil

Lemon oil helps to fight against infections, aids the digestive system, soothes headaches, migraines and muscular problems, and clears greasy skin and hair.

Chamomile Oil

Chamomile extract has counter-irritant, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is excellent for sensitive and allergy-prone skin. It is also an excellent soothing oil, calming and good for the digestion.

Coconut oil

Coconut oil comes from the coconut of the coconut palm tree. This oil is great for moisturizing and can help serve as a protective layer, helping to retain the moisture in your skin. This oil is very mild and great for people with sensitive skin.

Lemon Eucalyptus Oil

Lemon Eucalyptus essential oil has a lemony scent but doesn't have the camphorous scent of E. globulus. It has a higher citronellol content than citronella (80-90%), which makes it useful as an insect repellent.

Macadamia Oil

This oil comes from the nuts of the Macadamia tree. This oil is high in monounsaturated fatty acids, and closely resembles oil naturally produced by the skin. Macadamia oil is a fabulous, protective oil with a high absorption rate and has been used as a healing oil for scars, sunburns, minor wounds and other irritations.

Mandarin Oil

Mandarin is a strengthening and soothing oil that fosters a sense of tranquility. It is known in France as the "children's remedy". also has a refining action on the skin and is recommended for addition to massage blends used in the later months of pregnancy to keep the skin supple and prevent stretch marks.

Olive oil

Olive extract is a unique anti-oxidant from the olive leaf. It protects both your skin and the polyunsaturated oils in our products from free radical damage. It reduces skin damage caused by pollution and UV radiation, therefore protecting the skin from photo aging. It also improves skin hydration and elasticity.

Rosemary Leaf Extract

Anti-bacterial and natural preservative.

Sandalwood Oil

Relieves itching and inflammation of the skin, is good for scarring, dry eczema, ageing and dehydrated skin.

Shea Butter

Is derived from the vegetable fat of the Karite Tree. Shea butter is excellent in that it forms a breathable, water-resistant film and moisturizes the skin. Helps to improve the elasticity of the skin, therefore helping to slow the ageing process. Contains various carotenoids and a small content of natural allantoin, known for its healing ability. It is also said to have a sun protection factor 3.

Sulphated Castor Oil

Natural source oil from the Castor bean. A hard, shiny oil that acts as a barrier agent and protective medium against harsh conditions and extremes.

Sunflower Seed Oil

A wealthy oleic oil with unusually high amounts of Vitamins A, D, and E, beneficial amounts of lecithin, and unsaturated fatty acids. It's very nourishing and conditioning for the skin.

Tea Tree Oil

The pure essential oil from the leaves of the Tea Tree is a potent antiseptic and excellent for the treatment of acne.

Witch Hazel Extract

Soothes inflamed skin. It is astringent and anti inflammatory.