Our Uncompromising Natural Philosophy

At Manna Oils, we believe nature doesn't need a chemistry lab to be extraordinary. Every ingredient in our collection is either cold-pressed, steam-distilled, fermented, or extracted using purely physical processes—no shortcuts.

All you’ll find here are: plant oils and butters in their purest, foaming agents crafted through gentle processes, minerals and clays straight from the earth, and bio ingredients born from fermentation—the same ancient process that gives us kombucha and sourdough. This isn't about following trends, it's about honoring what was perfectly created in nature and bringing you skincare and wellness products that are as transparent as they are transformative. Pure ingredients. Conscious choices. Zero compromise. We're answering a simple question: can we look you in the eye and tell you exactly what's in the bottle and where it came from? This is Manna—a gift from nature.

Ingredients

Ingredient Origin & Function
Aloe Vera Gel / Powder (Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice / Powder) Extracted from the inner leaf of the aloe plant, this soothing multitasker hydrates, cools, and calms even the most sensitive skin. It’s nature’s instant refresh button — pure, plant-powered comfort.
Apricot Oil (Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil) Cold-pressed from the kernels of apricots, this silky oil is packed with vitamins A and E. It's lightweight, fast-absorbing, and loves to nourish dry skin without leaving a greasy goodbye.
Arrowroot Powder (Maranta Arundinacea) From tropical arrowroot rhizomes, this silky powder absorbs oil and moisture, leaving skin soft and dry. A natural deodorant hero and texture enhancer.
Avocado Butter (Persea Gratissima Butter) Think of avocado toast for your skin—creamy, rich, and ridiculously nourishing. Made from the flesh of avocados, this butter deeply moisturizes and supports your skin's natural barrier.
Beeswax (Cera Alba) Nature's original multitasker, harvested from honeybee hives. It locks in moisture, creates protective balms, and gives products that smooth, luxurious texture. Busy bees, beautiful skin.
Broccoli Seed Oil (Brassica Oleracea Italica) Cold-pressed from broccoli seeds, this feather-light oil delivers mirror-like shine and smoothness without silicones — a true superfood for hair and skin. Nature’s silicone!
BTMS-50 / BTMS-25 (Behentrimonium Methosulfate and Cetearyl Alcohol) Made from rapeseed-derived fatty alcohols, this conditioning agent gives hair that effortless slip and silky detangled feel — the “good-hair-day” emulsifier. Amazing!
Carnauba Wax (Copernicia Cerifera Wax) Harvested from Brazilian palm leaves, the vegan “Queen of Waxes” adds structure, gloss, and staying power to natural balms and bars
Castor Oil (Ricinus Communis Seed Oil) Pressed from castor beans, this thick, glossy oil is a humectant hero—drawing moisture to skin and hair. It's beloved in balms and soaps for its conditioning and emollient properties.
Cationic Guar Gum (Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride) Derived from guar beans and naturally charged to love your hair, this plant-based detangler smooths frizz, softens strands, and adds slip without silicones.
Cetyl Alcohol Despite its name, this is a fatty alcohol (the good kind!) derived from coconut or palm oil. It's a silky emollient and texture enhancer that makes creams feel luxurious and smooth.
Citric Acid Produced naturally through sugar fermentation, this gentle acid balances pH and keeps formulas fresh and skin smooth — a citrus-powered peacekeeper.
Clays (Illite, Kaolin, Montmorillonite, etc.) Earth's detox squad. These mineral-rich powders are mined from ancient deposits and gently draw out impurities, absorb excess oil, and leave skin feeling refreshed and refined.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate (TACC / DUB-810C / Cetiol CC) A silky, lightweight emollient derived from coconut oil. It spreads like a dream, absorbs quickly, and leaves skin soft without any greasy residue. Nature's answer to silicones.
Coco Glucoside A gentle, plant-based surfactant made from coconut oil and fruit sugars. It creates soft, creamy lather and is kind to even the most sensitive skin. Clean and green all the way.
Cocoa Butter (Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter) Extracted from cocoa beans (yes, like chocolate!), this rich butter melts at body temperature and delivers deep hydration. It's the ultimate comfort ingredient for dry, stressed skin.
Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera Oil) Tropical treasure pressed from coconut meat. Lightweight yet deeply moisturizing, it's anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and makes everything smell like a beach vacation.
Cupuacu Butter (Theobroma Grandiflorum) Cold-pressed from Amazonian cupuaçu seeds, this cloud-soft butter locks in moisture and restores elasticity — rainforest luxury for parched skin.
Decyl Glucoside A mild, biodegradable cleanser derived from coconut and corn sugar. Creates gentle foam and plays well with other ingredients—basically the peacemaker of natural surfactants.
Distilled Water (Aqua) Purified H₂O, stripped of impurities and minerals. It's the clean canvas that lets all the other beautiful ingredients shine, and ensures your products stay fresh and stable.
Essential Oils The aromatic soul of our products. Steam-distilled or cold-pressed from plants, flowers, and herbs, they bring therapeutic benefits and transform your routine into a sensory ritual.
Ethyl Alcohol (Alcohol Denat.) Plant-derived alcohol used as a preservative and solvent. It helps products absorb quickly and keeps formulas clean and stable. Used and sourced mindfully, never excessively.
Geogard Ultra (Gluconolactone and Sodium Benzoate) A natural preservative created by fermentation. It guards your formulas from spoilage — an ECOCERT-approved safety net for clean beauty.
Glycerin Extract (Herbal — Chamomile / Calendula etc.) Made by steeping herbs in plant glycerin, these extracts deliver the gentle essence of botanicals straight to your skin — soothing, balancing, aromatic.
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein Broken-down wheat proteins that penetrate hair and skin to strengthen, repair, and add moisture. Think of it as a protein shake for your skin and strands.
Jojoba Oil (Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil) Technically a liquid wax from jojoba seeds, and remarkably similar to your skin's natural sebum. It balances, moisturizes, and absorbs beautifully—skin's best friend.
Leucidal Liquid (Leuconostoc / Radish Root Ferment Filtrate) A probiotic preservative from fermented radish roots that keeps products fresh naturally, using friendly bacteria instead of harsh chemicals.
Mango Butter (Mangifera Indica Seed Butter) Pressed from mango seeds, this creamy butter is loaded with vitamins A, C, and E. It softens, protects, and gives skin that supple, healthy glow.
Murumuru Butter (Astrocaryum Murumuru) Pressed from Amazonian murumuru palm seeds, this rich butter restores moisture, tames frizz, and leaves a lush, glossy finish.
Olive Oil (Olea Europaea Fruit Oil) Ancient Mediterranean gold. Rich in antioxidants and fatty acids, olive oil deeply nourishes, soothes, and has been cherished for skin and hair care for millennia.
Olivem 1000 (Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate) An olive-derived emulsifier that binds oil and water into silky creams and lotions. It mimics skin's structure, creating formulas that feel natural and nourishing.
Optiphen (Phenoxyethanol and Caprylyl Glycol and Sorbic Acid) A paraben-free preservative that keeps formulas safe from microbes — a reliable clean-beauty guardian for long shelf life.
Plantaren 2000 (Lauryl Glucoside) A super-gentle, plant-based surfactant from coconut and palm kernel oils. Creates soft, creamy bubbles and is ideal for sensitive skin formulas.
Potassium Sorbate A nature-identical preservative (also found in berries!) that keeps products fresh and safe by preventing mold and yeast. Clean protection, no drama.
Rosehip Oil (Rosa Canina) Cold-pressed from wild rose seeds, this vitamin-rich oil brightens, repairs, and helps fade scars — bottled sunrise for your skin.
Rosemary Oleoresin Extract (ROE — Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract) Extracted from rosemary leaves, this potent antioxidant protects natural oils from rancidity and adds a herbal hint of freshness.
Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii Butter) Hand-harvested from African shea trees, this creamy butter is intensely moisturizing and healing. It's been a skincare staple for centuries—tradition you can trust.
Sodium Benzoate A naturally occurring preservative (found in cranberries and apples) that keeps formulas fresh. It's widely studied, safe, and effective—clean preservation done right.
Sodium Bicarbonate Good old baking soda. It balances pH, gently exfoliates, and neutralizes odors. A humble kitchen staple that does some serious heavy lifting in natural care.
Sodium Castorate The fancy name for saponified castor oil—what you get when castor oil meets lye in the ancient alchemy of soap-making. It creates dense, creamy lather and adds conditioning richness to bar soaps. No lye remains in the final product.
Sodium Cocoate Saponified coconut oil—coconut's transformation into soap form. It's the hardness hero in bar soaps, creating fluffy bubbles and a satisfying cleanse. Pure coconut magic, chemically converted through traditional soap-making.
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (SCI) Made from coconut fatty acids blended with isethionic acid, this mild cleanser creates a creamy foam that’s kind to skin.
Sodium Gluconate A plant-derived chelating agent that keeps formulas stable and effective. It's like a bodyguard for your products, protecting them from water quality variations.
Sodium Hydroxide (Lye) The alchemist of soap-making. When combined with oils, it transforms them into gentle, cleansing bars through saponification. Don't worry—no lye remains in the finished product, just pure, sudsy goodness.
Sodium Olivate Olive oil's soap persona. When olive oil undergoes saponification, it becomes this gentle, moisturizing cleanser that's been cherished since ancient Mediterranean civilizations. Mild, nourishing, and time-tested.
Sorbitol A sugar alcohol derived from corn or berries. It's a humectant that attracts moisture, keeping skin hydrated and products beautifully smooth.
Squalane Derived from olives or sugarcane, this stable oil mimics skin's natural sebum. It's lightweight, non-comedogenic, and delivers deep hydration without any heaviness.
Stearic Acid A fatty acid sourced from vegetable oils. It acts as a thickener and stabilizer, giving creams and lotions their luxurious texture and consistency.
Sunflower Oil (Helianthus Annuus) Cold-pressed from sunflower seeds, this light oil is rich in vitamin E and linoleic acid. It nourishes, protects, and is gentle enough for all skin types.
Tapioca Starch (Tapioca Starch) Sourced from cassava roots, this plant starch gives products a soft, powdery finish and reduces greasiness — the secret to that smooth touch
Vegetable Glycerin A plant-derived humectant that draws moisture from the air into your skin. It's hydrating, soothing, and one of skincare's most trusted ingredients.
Vitamin E (Tocopherol) Nature's antioxidant powerhouse, often derived from sunflower or wheat germ oil. It protects, repairs, and keeps formulas fresh while nourishing your skin.
Xanthan Gum A natural thickener produced by fermenting sugar with bacteria. It gives products that smooth, stable texture and ensures ingredients stay perfectly blended.
Wheatgerm Oil (Triticum Vulgare) Cold-pressed from the heart of wheat kernels, this vitamin E powerhouse deeply nourishes and keeps skin supple and youthful.
Zinc Oxide (Zinc Oxide) A purified natural mineral that soothes irritation and acts as a gentle physical barrier — loved in mineral sunscreens and healing balms.