Ingredients
The special oil from the knobby ginger root has been used for centuries. In Sanskrit time it was used by Ayurvedic doctors and is today known for its anti-inflammatory healing properties and high levels of antioxidants.
In India ginger is often used in Mayo rituals, where the bride participates in a 7-day beauty ritual with several oils and masks. Every Indian family has their own special recipe for their beauty remedies, but ginger is always found in every recipe.
PIO’s trusted supplier of this ingredient is COSMOS-ORGANIC certified by Soil Association.
Ginger Oil
Hemp Seed Oil
Hemp seed oil contains a high level of Omega 3, 6, and 9, Vitamin E, and minerals. These fatty acids and vitamins help the skin produce collagen and heal sun damage. The hemp seed oil was originally used by the Native Americans and brought to Europe by C. Columbus.
In the 1800s the oil was recognized for its positive effect on the skin and became a widely used beauty remedy, especially in the USA. The oil is today recognized for its healing effect on the skin and human health.
PIO’s trusted supplier of this ingredient is COSMOS-ORGANIC certified by IONC GmbH, Dr. Thomas Kallimopoulos.
Mango butter is lighter than other kinds of butter, yet still extremely moisturizing. It is healing for the skin because of its high levels of Omega 3, 6, and 9, Vitamin A(very high), C and E, and several minerals.
This butter can protect the skin against pollution damages and signs of stress in the face. It is calming and can heal acne and decrease the appearance of scars. Sarah Elahi has been using raw mango butter on her own son’s skin since he was a baby as they have done in central Africa through centuries.
PIO’s trusted supplier of this ingredient is COSMOS-ORGANIC certified by IONC GmbH, Dr. Thomas Kallimopoulos.
Mango Butter
Pink & Green Clay
French pink clay is milder than the green and brown clays you will often find in beauty products. The pink clay contains a high level of ions and is a mild exfoliant, yet still very calming.
This type of clay is suitable for most skin types compared to other clays. When comparing green clay with the french pink clay, the green clay offers a deeper cleanse due to its many minerals; Calcium, Silica, and Zinc.
Its significant green color comes from the clay’s content of algae. This type of clay is recommended for troubled, acne-prone skin and is highly effective when it comes to removing dead skin cells.
It was the Egyptians and their vanity that originally introduced charcoal as a beauty ingredient. In modern skin cosmetics charcoal is used for a deep cleanse and disinfectant detox.
This antibacterial minimizes the build-up of the skin's waste products. PIO’s raw charcoal comes from coconut only and is made without any chemical processes. Most other charcoal products come from animal bone, but PIO's raw charcoal is 100 % vegan.
Charcoal
Papaya seed oil
Papaya was discovered in South America and has spread all over the world. Through time it has been used to tenderize meat, as papaya contains the enzyme papain. This enzyme has an exfoliant effect on dead skin cells and is antibacterial.
The Irish doctor Robert McCarrison was in 1920 on a mission in the Valley of Hunza in Pakistan. Here he discovered that the population was extraordinarily healthy and lived for a long time.
As he examined the population’s dietary intake, he discovered that their high intake of apricots was the reason behind it. Today apricot oil is an important ingredient in modern skin cosmetics, due to its high levels of Vitamin A, B, C, and E and lots of minerals in the sweet orange fruit.
PIO’s trusted supplier of this ingredient is COSMOS-ORGANIC certified by IONC GmbH, Dr. Thomas Kallimopoulos.
Apricot Kernel Oil
Rosehip Oil
This oil has a unique ability to regenerate skin cells. And no wonder. The Rosehip Oil contains no less than 60 times the amount of Vitamin C found in any citrus fruit. This ingredient is great for mature skin to minimize the appearance of scars, enlarged pores, and wrinkles.
PIO’s trusted supplier of this ingredient is COSMOS-ORGANIC certified by IONC GmbH, Dr. Thomas Kallimopoulos.
Blueberry has over time become a superfood in skincare. Due to its high levels of Vitamin A and C, and omega 9, this berry can help the skin to regenerate and combat wrinkles and hyperpigmentation. Finally, it improves the elasticity of the skin.
PIO’s trusted supplier of this ingredient is COSMOS-ORGANIC certified by Soil Association.
Blueberry Oil
Red Raspberry Oil
Through centuries this popular red berry was used in medicine and is today a skincare hero due to its high levels of Omega 3 and 6 and Vitamin A, C, and E.
PIO’s trusted supplier of this ingredient is COSMOS-ORGANIC certified by IONC GmbH, Dr. Thomas Kallimopoulos.
Since the Romans, seaweed has been used in soaps. As seaweed contains collagen, zinc, and Vitamin A and C, this plant has been used in anti-aging cosmetics since the 1930s. PIO’s marine collagen from seaweed is our organic alternative to animal-sourced collagen.
PIO’s trusted supplier of this ingredient is COSMOS-ORGANIC certified by Soil Association.
Seaweed
Evening Primrose
Under the Reign of Queen Victoria, every flower had a meaning. The beautiful evening primrose meant “I can not live without you” and PIO cannot either. This flower oil has a calming effect on sensitive and irritated skin, and it repairs sun damaged and acne-prone skin. Ideal for dry skin.
PIO’s trusted supplier of this ingredient is COSMOS-ORGANIC certified by Soil Association.
This butter claims its status from Cleopatra, who allegedly used Shea for her skin and hair. It is grown in West and East Africa and is a solid part of skincare and foods in many traditional African tribes. It contains high levels of A, E, and F vitamins accompanied by Omega 3 and 6.
Shea butter is calming, regenerative, and healing. It has an anti-inflammatory effect, which is why it is recommended for acne-prone skin. Also, clients dealing with rosacea can use this even though fatty ingredients are normally not recommended for this.
PIO’s trusted supplier of this ingredient is COSMOS-ORGANIC certified by IONC GmbH, Dr. Thomas Kallimopoulos.
Shea Butter
Essential Neroli oil
It was Princess Anne-Marie de la Tremoille of the city Neroli who discovered this oil. She used it whenever possible; on her skin, her clothes, etc. It was later introduced in a perfume in the 17th century in Madrid.
Essential authentic Neroli oil is today one of the most expensive oils in the world. A liter of this potent oil can easily cost you 40.000 EUR. This is Sarah Elahi’s absolute favorite oil and is “the greatest invention in cosmetics ever”.
It has an extremely high level of antibacterials and it is packed with antioxidants that keep the skin cells alive by diminishing free radicals. The ultimate youth-restoring ingredient.
The famous Icelandic glacier water source, Ölfus is situated under the surface of the Earth and has for more than 5000 years been filtrating water through layers of lava. This makes the glacier water alkalic and contains many minerals with a healthy pH value. The ancient water has a unique calming effect and protects against environmental damage of the skin.
Icelandic Glacier Water
Pomegranate
The color fruit is considered holy in both Judaism and Christianity, but also a very popular fruit which oil contains great amounts of vitamin C and K plus the mineral Potassium. The fruit stems from Persia but is also called the Chinese Apple. The mix of omega acids and vitamin C fight bacterias while healing the skin at the same time.
PIO’s trusted supplier of this ingredient is COSMOS-ORGANIC certified by IONC GmbH, Dr. Thomas Kallimopoulos.
For 2700 years the Sicilian coastline has produced more than 100.000 tons of sea salt per year. It contains extra high values of Potassium and Magnesium, which makes it ideal a great detoxifier against acne bacterias. Natural sea salt is a natural antibacterial when used in our skincare products.
Sicily salt
Broccoli oil
Broccoli is a prime ingredient in skincare even though it is rarely used. PIO believes it deserves a resurrection due to its high levels of omega 9, Vitamin C, and B. Its oil is suitable for most skin types which makes it ideal for premium skincare.
PIO’s trusted supplier of this ingredient is Organic Cosmos certified by IONC GmbH, Dr. Thomas Kallimopoulos.