We want to give you the best. Our products are handcrafted with ingredients that you can pronounce; ones that are naturally derived or plant-based. Click on each ingredient to learn more.
Moisturizing and smoothing – for all skin types, especially dry
Antimicrobial – eliminates bacterial and fungal growth
Odor eliminating – no bacteria = no interactions with natural body moisture = no unwanted smells
Derived from: the meat, kernels and milk of coconuts (Cocos nucifera).
Composition: loaded with fatty acids, primarily lauric acid.
Type: we use virgin coconut oil; more natural, no chemical refining, bleaching or deodorizing. Processing does not alter the oil and does not contain unwanted solvents to extract oil, such as hexane.
Antimicrobial action: the breakdown of lauric acid produces monolaurin (monoglyceride) which helps disintegrate bacterial membranes.
Example: in a randomized controlled study, coconut oil was found to clear 95% of staphyoloccal (bacterial strain) colonization in patients with atopic dermatitis.
Thickener – cuts the oily/greasy texture, creating a soothing balmy feeling
Moisture absorbing – oils, sebum, and sweat are eliminated
Drying effect – wicks away natural undesired body wetness
Derived from: extracted and dried from the root of the large perennial herb, arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea)
Also known as: arrowroot starch
Soothing – absorbs into the skin, leaving you oil free and fresh
Conditioning – superior skin hydrator to balance out the powders
Antioxidant – high vitamin A and E content promote antioxidant activity
Derived from: the kernels of the shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa).
Composition: triglycerides and fatty acids, including oleic, stearic, linoleic and palmitic acid.
Combats odor – promotes an underarm environment that is uninhabitable to bacteria responsible for causing odor
Absorbs wetness – it is a hygroscopic molecule, meaning it readily attracts and absorbs moisture
Also known as: sodium bicarbonate, baking soda or bicarb
Derived from: occurs naturally in mineral deposits
Alkalinity effects: it increases the pH of our armpits, creating an environment unfavourable for bacterial growth. That being said, some people’s skin is more sensitive to bicarbonate soda, so Clathryn has created its formula to have the lowest bicarb concentration while still being an effective ingredient
Absorbent – helps absorb unwanted body wetness
Exfoliator – removes dry, retired skin
Binder & stabilizer – important for contributing to the silky-smooth texture
Composition: powdery silicate found in mineral clay deposits, primary component in kaloninite mineral
Derived from: naturally a result from erosion and weathering of rocks
Also known as: ‘China clay’, because of its importance in the manufacture of china and porcelain. Named after the hill in China, Kao-ling, where it was mined for centuries.
Type: we use white kaolin clay as it is most moisturizing and rejuvenating. Additionally, it’s known for its superior brightness and whiteness, leaving your clothes unstained.
Pleasant smell – refreshing, herbal and therapeutic
Antimicrobial – help keep bacteria at bay and eliminate their presence
De-odorizing – no bacteria = no interactions with natural body moisture = no unwanted smells
Tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia): core antimicrobial (bacterial, fungal) and anti-inflammatory base
Lemon (Citrus limonum): zesty, refreshing
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia): calming, soothing
Bergamot (Citrus bergamia): spicy citrus, sophisicated
Anti-oxidant – helps keep your underarm skin youthful and smooth
Stability – important for the longevity of our product, natural preservative
Derived from: naturally extracted from plant and seed oils
Composition: fat-soluble antioxidant
Type: vitamin E is a broad umbrella name for a number of different molecules, with related structures. We use a tocopherol blend.
Anti-oxidant effect: helps control and eliminate reactive oxygen species (ROS). ROS’s are harmful to the body and contribute to the aging process. ROS’s can alter the biosynthesis of collagen, an important component of healthy skin.
Preservative-like effect: while technically not a preservative, vitamin E is a natural stabilizer that slows the oxidation (adverse reaction with air) of sensitive ingredients.
Thickener – emulsifies and helps our dry and oil ingredients to mix
Conditioning – soothing to skin
Moisture absorbing – Water-binding properties make it a desirable ingredient to help prevent drying of the skin.
Derived from: plant and vegetable oils, originally produced from sperm whale oil, but no longer as this is an unsustainable source and the whales are endangered.
Composition: natural fatty alcohol, long chain organic alcohol, the “good” alcohols.
Note: this is not to be confused with “alcohol” in the ethyl family (“bad”), that is known to be drying and damaging to the skin. Cetyl alcohol is quite the opposite as it protects and keeps moisture in the skin.
Type: there are many variations, we use 1-Hexadeconal C16H34O
Beware: of “bad” alcohol/ethanol in your skincare products listed in the ingredients list as: Alcohol Denat., SD Alcohol 3-A/30/39/40 or just plain alcohol.