ingredients

Aqua (Water)
Purified water, free of toxins and microbes.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Philip Adam Hair, Skin products and Volumizer.

Apple Cider Vinegar
Type of vinegar made from apple fruit. Commonly used as a home remedy, Apple Cider Vinegar has known to have beneficial effects on hair and scalp. It is naturally high in acetic acid and helps maintaining a balanced pH level of the scalp, adds shine to hair, reduces frizz, prevents dandruff.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Philip Adam shampoos except Curly Hair Shampoo, all Phillip Adam conditioners except Thirsty Hair Conditioner+, Phillip Adam Volumizer.

Abyssinian Oil
See Crambe Abbysinica Oil (Abyssinian Oil).

Argania Spinosa (Argan) Oil
Plant oil produced from the kernels of the Argan tree. Argan oil is extremely high in essential fatty acids and vitamin E that have beneficial effects on skin and hair.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Thirsty Hair Conditioner+

Aloe Vera
Plant known for its powerful healing effects on skin. Used for medicinal purposes in several cultures around the world. Acts as a natural moisturizer and improves skin’s texture and elasticity. Contains antioxidants such as beta carotene (vitamin A), vitamin C and vitamin E.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam Body Washes.

Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate
Surfactant used as a cleansing agent in cosmetic products. Fatty acids derived from coconut oil.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam ACV Shampoos.

Aspartic acid
An acidic amino acid which helps build natural keratin.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam ACV Conditioners and Thirsty Hair Conditioner+

Bentonite clay
Bentonite clay is completely natural substance obtained by (formed from) weathering of volcanic ash. It may contain a mix of mineral elements such as calcium, potassium and sodium, in varying percentages. Bentonite clay gives the hair structure and hold and adds texture and volume to your hair.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Sculpting Clay

Beeswax (Natural)
Beeswax is a natural substance produced by honey bees. It acts as a thickening agent and serves as a consistency regulator. It also has emollient properties.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Pomade and Sculpting Clay

Butylene glycol
Commonly-used ingredient (organic alcohol) with various properties (uses) in cosmetics, including as a solvent, conditioning agent and texture enhancer. Butylene glycol is even an FDA-approved food additive.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Volumizer

Behentrimonium Chloride
Plant-based antistatic, cleaning and conditioning agent made from colza oil derived from the seeds of Brassica rapa olifera. Behentrimonium Chloride is a natural lubricant that conditions, detangles, softens, controls static and restores damaged hair. This plant-derived ingredient penetrates the hair shaft creating powerful conditioning effects.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Thirsty Hair Conditioner+

Brassica alcohol
Part emollient, part emulsifier. 100% naturally-derived from the brassica (cabbage family) plant, it thickens and stabilizes the formula while also reducing static and curbing breakage due to tangling and combing.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam ACV Conditioners and Thirsty Hair Conditioner+

Brassicamidopropyl dimethylamine
An anti static and emulsifying agent. From the Brassicaceae family—the same family as mustard, broccoli, cabbage. It strengthens and protects the hair from heat damage when using blow dryers, flat irons & curling irons.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam ACV Conditioners

Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Extract
Coconut extract has widely been used in cosmetics due to its moisturizing and emulsifying properties. Contains high vitamin E content, a vitamin well-known for its high level of antioxidants and skin benefiting properties, coconut oil can help repair damaged skin and prevent premature skin ageing.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam Lotions and Sculpting Clay.

Crambe Abbysinica Oil (Abyssinian Oil)
Abyssinian Oil is a natural seed oil similar in nature to Argan oil. It is easily absorbed into hair, giving it shine and condition. Contains a high percentage of an Omega-9 fatty acid that helps hair to achieve natural gloss.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Pomade.

Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract
Extract of the leaves of the tea plant, Camelia sinensis. Antioxidant, rich in polyphenols. Helps prevention against premature skin aging and UV damage.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Philip Adam Body Washes and Lotions.

Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Essential Oil
Essential Oil obtained from Citrus Aurantifolia fruit. It has multiple uses in cosmetics, including as a fragrance ingredient, hair conditioning, cleansing etc.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam ACV Shampoo and Conditioner

Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
An extract derived from the flowers of the Chamomile (Chamomilla Recutita – Matricaria) plant, a white and yellow annual flower. It is known for its natural healing and skin protective properties.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam Shampoos, Conditioners, Body Washes, Lotions and Volumizer.

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil
Essential oil obtained from the flowers of the orange tree, Citrus aurantium dulcis. Rich in Vitamin C, sweet orange oil has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, increases collagen production and soothes dry skin.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Orange Vanilla Shampoo, Conditioner, Wash and Lotion

Copaiba Balsam Essential Oil
Essential oil distilled from the resins of Brazil’s copaiba tree. Copaiba Balsam Essential oil has a deep, rich and earthy aroma. It is known for its therapeutic and calming properties.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Coconut Body Wash and Lotion.

Cetearyl Alcohol
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of fatty alcohols that acts as an emulsifier. Usually found in cosmetic creams, lotions and hair conditioners, it creates a thickening effects and adds texture to the product.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Philip Adam ACV Conditioners and Lotions.

Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a natural compound obtained from coconut oil and is commonly used as a surfactant in cosmetic products. It works as cleansing and foaming agent mildly cleansing the skin and hair by helping water to mix with dirt and oil so that they can be rinsed off.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam Shampoos and Body Washes.

Centrimonium Chloride
One of the quaternary ammonium salts commonly used in hair conditioners and shampoos, as a conditioning agent. Prevents static.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam Conditioners except Thirsty Hair Conditioner+.

Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Caprylhydroxamic acid is an amino acid naturally derived from coconut oil. This plant-base and non-toxic substance is an effective antifungal agent that provides guaranteed performance against bacteria and fungi. Unlike the harsh preservatives the Caprylhydroxamic acid is a biodegradable preservative that helps the products stay fresh without any health and safety concerns.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam Shampoos, Conditioners, Body Washes and Lotions.

Caprylyl Glycol
Caprylyl Glycol is plant-based ingredient naturally derived from coconut. It has multiple functions in cosmetics, including as a hair conditioning agent, skin conditioning agent, emollient and humectant. Moreover, it also has antimicrobial characteristics and increases the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives. Its multi-functioning nature makes it perfect for a wide range of cosmetic and personal care products.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam Shampoos, Conditioners, Body Washes and Lotions.

Decyl Glucoside
Decyl Glucoside is a mild surfactant and cleansing agent. It is obtained through a combination of decanol, a derivative of coconut, and glucose (corn starch). Natural and biodegradable, gentle for sensitive skin. Commonly found in cosmetic cleansing products such as shampoo, facial cleansers, body wash etc.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam Shampoos.

Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Extracted from eucalyptus leaves, the Eucalyptus Globulus Oil has a herbaceous scent and strong aromatic properties. Refreshing and energizing it is excellent for people who need the respiratory benefits. Eucalyptus Globulus Oil also helps to regulate the amount of sebum oil in the scalp.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Curly Hair Shampoo and Thirsty Hair Conditioner.

Ethanol
Ethanol is naturally produced alcohol from fermented sugars of corn, wheat or sugar cane. It is widely used in cosmetics and has multiple functions including as an astringent, a preservative, a solvent etc.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Volumizer.

Ethylhexylglycerin
Ethylhexylglycerin is a surfactant and preservant enhancer used for preventing the cosmetic products from spoiling. It is made using glycerin and It’s a much safer ingredient than paraben since it causes no health risks for cosmetic product users.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Sculpting Clay.

EDDS- Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
A bio-degradable chelating agent which stabilizes and prevents contamination and discolouration.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam ACV Conditioners.

Green Tea
See Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract.

Glycerin (Vegetable)
Vegetable glycerin is a natural component of vegetable oils. It is a clear, odorless liquid ingredient used in cosmetics and body care products as a moisturizer and skin cleanser. It helps in retaining moisture and pulling oxygen into the skin.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam Lotions and Conditioners.

Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is a water-soluble derivative of natural guar gum. It is used as a conditioning agent in shampoos and body washes. Improves natural moisture in the skin leaving it softer and smoother.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam Washes and Curly Hair Shampoo.

Hydrolized Pea Protein (Pisum Sativum Extract)
Hydrolyzed Pea Protein is the hydrolysate of pea protein obtained by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis. This plant-based protein with potent benefits to the hair and skin is classified as skin moisturizing agent, hair conditioning agent, soothing, emollient, film former, hair volumizer.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam Shampoos, Conditioners, Body Washes and Volumizer.

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower Seed Extract)
An extract obtained from the seeds of the sunflower, Helianthus annuus. This plant-derived ingredient has multiple functions in cosmetics, including as a sunscreen agent.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Volumizer (provides UV protection for treated hair)

Jojoba Oil
Jojoba oil is extracted from seeds of the jojoba plant and has been used as a moisturiser by Native Americans for centuries. Jojoba oil is structurally and chemically very similar to the human sebum. It is non-toxic, non-allergenic and antibacterial ingredient. Acts as an antioxidant and protects skin from the damaging effects of free radicals.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam Washes.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Essential Oil
Lavender oil is a popular essential oil that is known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties. Lavender oil has a fresh, relaxing scent and is widely used in aromatherapy.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Lavender Wash and Lotion.

Lime Essential Oil
See Citrus Aurantifolia.

Lippia Citriodora (Lemon Verbena) Oil
Lemon verbena oil is extracted from the lemon verbena plant, a small shrub of the verbenaceae family. It has a sweet, lemony scent and it is known for its therapeutic-quality as a natural stress reliever.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Verbena Sage Shampoo, Conditioner, Wash and Lotion.

Lactic Acid
Lactic Acid produced through the fermentation of corn. It has a gentle exfoliating properties, an anti-bacterial agent and is frequently used in skin care products. It hydrates the skin and helps growth of collagen.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam Shampoos, Conditioner and Washes.

Macadamia Nut Oil
The nutritive, reconstructive, and hydrating properties of Macadamia Nut Oil, makes it ideal skin conditioner and perfect ingredient for many cosmetic products. It strengthens and nourishes the hair follicles and prevents loss of moisture on skin and scalp. This cold pressed oil from the nuts of the Macadamia nut tree is also great for controlling the frizz and tangles in hair.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Thirsty Hair Conditioner.

Moringa Pterygosperma (Oleifera) Seed
Moringa pterygosperma seed has great conditioning properties and is beneficial for healthy skin and hair. This ingredient absorbs quickly into the skin penetrating deep and bringing the necessary nutrients and moisture to the skin and hair. High in oleic acid, Moringa Pterygosperma Seed increases the health and strength of the hair and scalp.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Thirsty Hair Conditioner.

Melissa Officinalis (Lemon balm) Leaf Extract
Extract from the leaves of Lemon balm (Melissa Officinalis) plant. Used for many applications in the cosmetics including as a fragrance ingredient, skin care ingredient etc., Lemon balm extract helps to soften and condition the skin.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam Shampoos, Conditioners, Lotions and Body Washes.

Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil
Obtained from the peppermint plant, this natural oil has fresh and instantly recognizable scent that creates cool sensation on the skin. It is commonly used as a fragrance ingredient and skin conditioning agent.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Curly Hair Shampoo and Thirsty Hair Conditioner.

Oryza Sativa (Rice Bran) Oil
Rice bran oil is a rich, nutritious oil that has deeply moisturising and conditioning properties for the skin. It is extracted from the outer coat of the brown rice grain. High levels in Vitamin E and Omega 6 oils make it gentle and safe to use on sensitive skins.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam Lotions.

Olea Europaea Fruit (Olive) Oil
Olive oil is extracted from the olive tree and is traditionally been used in cosmetics as a beauty component. It is known to keep hair and skin soft and moisturized. Rich in Vitamin A, Vitamin E and antioxidants, it provides extra softness to dry hair.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Pomade.

Orange Oil
See Citrus Aurantium Dulcis.

Pisum Sativum Peptide (Pea Protein)
Pea Peptide is rich in essential amino acids most notably lysine, which plays an important role in the production of collagen. That is why Pea Protein has plenty of beneficial properties for hair and skin such as anti-aging, antioxidant, moisturizing. It is believed to stimulate and strengthen follicle stem cells, which leads to increased hair growth.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam ACV Shampoos, Curly Hair Shampoo, ACV Conditioners, Thirsty Hair Conditioner and Volumizer.

Prunus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
Sweet almond oil is extracted from the fruit of the almond tree. It is a rich source of nutrients and skin replenishing ingredients such as Vitamin A, Vitamin E and Vitamin B1, B2, B6. Very suitable for sensitive or dry skin it is commonly used in skin moisturizing or cleaning products.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam Lotions.

Pyrus Communis (Pear) Extract
Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the pear. Pear Fruit Extract has a delicate scent and is a moisturizing, protective and conditioning agent used in skin and hair care products such as shampoos, conditioners, lotions etc.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam ACV Shampoo and Conditioner.

Pyrus Malus (Apple) Extract
Apple Fruit Extract has delicate apple scent and is a skin conditioning agent, also believed to provide many benefits and anti-aging effects. It has a high level of polyphenols and antioxidants which help protect the skin by neutralizing free radicals and toxins present in the environment. It is used in the formulation of a wide variety of products including hair conditioners, hand and body lotions, and shampoos.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam ACV Shampoo and Conditioner.

Panthenol (Vitamin B5)
Panthenol or Vitamin B5, is a skin-conditioning vitamin that is known to help regenerate skin and gives the hair moisture and shine. It is often used in cosmetics as a rejuvenating agent. It penetrates deep into the hair and skin allowing hydration and self-healing. By swelling the hair shaft it also gives the hair more body.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Volumizer.

Polysorbate 60
Is a sugar alcohol (Sorbital) non irritating thickening agent used in very low percentages in our conditioner formula.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam ACV Conditioners.

Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
Used as an antimicrobial agent, antioxidant and skin conditioning agent in the formulation of a wide variety of cosmetic product types, this natural multifunctional ingredient is derived from the leaves of the Rosmarinus officinalis plant.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam Shampoos, Conditioners, Lotions and Body Washes.

Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil
Sage Oil is extracted from Salvia Officinalis, small evergreen plant from the mint family and native to the Mediterranean region. In the cosmetic industry, this herbaceous oil is used as fragrance ingredient and skin conditioning agent.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam Shampoos and Body Washes,Verbena sage Conditioner, Thirsty Hair Conditioner, Verbena Sage Lotion and Volumizer.

Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba Seed) Oil
See Jojoba Oil.

Sweet Almond Oil
See Prunus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil.

Sunflower Seed Extract
See Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower Seed Extract).

Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E)
Tocopheryl Acetate, also known as vitamin E acetate, is the ester of acetic acid and tocopherol (vitamin E). This common vitamin supplement is an alternative to Vitamin E itself. It is more stable than tocopherol, giving products a longer shelf-life. It provides beneficial skin conditioning and antioxidant effects and is commonly used ingredient in skin care products.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam Lotions.

Tocopherol – Vitamin E
Tocopherol or vitamin E is naturally occurring antioxidant widely used in the cosmetic industry. It also has strong emollient properties and locks the moisture in the skin and hair shaft, keeping them healthy and conditioned.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Pomade and Sculpting Clay.

Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Extract
Nettle (also known as Stinging Nettles) is a perennial herbaceous plant that has been used as a natural remedy for centuries. It contains biologically active compounds that reduce inflammation. Stinging nettle may also be used to add shine, and prevent oily hair and dandruff.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
All Phillip Adam Shampoos, Thirsty Hair Conditioner+, Body Washes and Volumizer.

Vanilla Planifolia
Vanilla is extract is commonly used as a fragrance agent in cosmetics. Also, the vanilla plant is a source of polyphenols, which have antioxidant activity and serve as skin-soothing agents.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Orange Vanilla Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash and Lotion.

Vitamin E
See Tocopherol.

VP/VA Copolymer
VP/VA Copolymer is a film former commonly used in hair care products. It has the ability to inhibit the hair from absorbing moisture; it dries and forms a thin barrier on hair allowing the hair to hold a style longer.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Volumizer.

Xantan gum
Derived from natural carbohydrates, it is used to thicken and provide soothing properties.

Q: Which products include this ingredient?
Phillip Adam Thirsty Hair Conditioner+.