No Nasties. No Secrets. Just Damn Good Ingredients.

Every Viva La Body product is handcrafted in small, fresh batches right here in Australia, because good things take time. We use natural, vegan, cruelty-free, and palm oil-free ingredients, all packed into home-compostable tubes that love the planet as much as you do.

We don’t do greenwashing. We don’t hide behind fancy chemical names. We’re here to prove that zero-waste beauty can still make you say “hot-damn, I smell good.”

Ready to geek out on what’s inside your bars, balms, and deodorants?
Here’s the A–Z of our no-hide ingredients. Straight from nature, explained with zero BS.

A–Z of Viva La Body’s No-Hide Ingredients

Acanthopanax Senticosus (Ginseng Extract)

We use this ancient root powder to wake up your hair follicles and help prevent breakage. Basically, it’s nature’s growth booster, so your strands can flex some strength.

Activated Charcoal

Coconut shell turned superhero. This fine carbon powder draws out toxins, excess oils and impurities like a magnet,  without stripping your skin or hair. We use it to detox, soften and purify from scalp to toe.

Althaea Officinalis (Marshmallow Extract)

No, not the campfire kind. This gentle, jelly-like botanical coats your strands, giving “flat hair” some serious volume and texture. Perfect for those with fine, flyaway locks.

Aqua (Water)

Well… it’s water. Pretty self-explanatory, and necessary.

Argania Spinosa (Argan Oil)

Liquid gold from Morocco. Loaded with vitamin E, it boosts shine, tames frizz and helps protect hair from sun damage, all without the greasy aftermath.

Backhousia Citriodora (Lemon Myrtle Oil) 

A native Aussie legend used in Aboriginal medicine for centuries. It’s gently astringent (that means it helps control oil), smells like fresh citrus heaven, and keeps skin and hair balanced.

Behentrimonium Methyl Sulphate (BTMS)

Sounds science-y, but it’s really just the good stuff from rapeseed oil that leaves your hair silky-smooth. Palm-oil free, naturally.

Brassica Alcohol

Made via sustainable fermentation of plants; no palm oil, no guilt. It’s our secret to soft, tangle-free hair with body and bounce.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter)

Thick, creamy and oh-so-nourishing. This African super-nut butter is packed with vitamins and fatty acids that feed your skin and hair deep hydration.

Calendula Officinalis (Calendula Extract)

Gentle as a hug for sensitive skin and scalps. This calming botanical soothes irritation and helps keep your skin feeling smooth and happy.

Cannabis Sativa (Hemp Seed Oil)

Fatty-acid rich and bursting with Omegas 3 & 6, Hemp Seed Oil is like a green smoothie for your skin and hair, deeply nourishing and perfectly balanced.

Camellia Sinensis (White Tea Extract)

High in antioxidants (basically a shield for your hair). It helps prevent breakage and damage while keeping your scalp in zen mode.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (from Coconut)

A lightweight emollient that tames flyaways and leaves a silky feel.  100 % palm-oil free and 100 % coconut cool.

Cedrus Deodara (Himalayan Cedarwood Oil)

Strengthens strands, clears away oil build-up, and helps fight flakes. Bonus: smells like a spa in the mountains.

Cinnamomum Zeylanicum (Cinnamon Oil)

Warm, spicy, and naturally antifungal. We love using it in our cleansing bars for its comforting scent and powerhouse antibacterial punch.

Citrus Limon (Lemon Oil)

Zesty, fresh, and cleansing, like sunshine in a bottle. It helps lift impurities and excess oils, leaving skin and hair squeaky-clean and radiant.

Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit Oil)

Fresh, bright, and a little sassy. Grapefruit oil clarifies and brings glossy shine to your strands while soothing your scalp.

Citrus Reticulata (Mandarin Oil)

A gentle astringent that smooths and brightens skin tone while keeping hair soft and shiny. Plus, it smells deliciously sweet and citrusy.

Cocos Nucifera (Coconut Oil)

Our tropical MVP. Deeply moisturising, protective and naturally antibacterial — sourced ethically from our mates at Lospalos in Timor Leste. They’re legends doing amazing community work.

Crushed Walnut Shell

Mother Nature’s exfoliant, finely ground to buff away dry, dull skin. It clears pores and preps your skin to drink up moisture.

Cymbopogon Flexuosus (Lemongrass Oil)

Smells like a summer spa day! Refreshes scalp and skin, balances oil, and adds a glossy shine.

Cymbopogon Nardus (Citronella Oil)

A fresh natural deodoriser that tones skin and helps control oil. It’s what keeps you smelling fresh even when the day gets wild.

Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot Seed Oil)

Packed with vitamins and nutrients, this golden oil is your skin’s best mate after too much sun. It deeply moisturises and helps repair split ends... all while giving your hair that “beach-holiday” glow.

Euphorbia Cerifera Cera (Candelilla Wax)

A plant-based, vegan alternative to beeswax that locks in moisture and keeps your products firm but silky. Gentle, nourishing, and 100 % palm-oil free.

Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

A plant-based conditioning superstar made from guar gum. It smooths, detangles, and adds weightless volume, perfect for taming flyaways and keeping that natural bounce.

Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel Extract)

A gentle botanical known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory magic. It calms irritated scalps, helps prevent dandruff, and keeps frizz in check.

Kaolin (Pink, Red & Green Australian Clays)

Nature’s detox team. These Aussie clays draw out impurities, balance oils, and leave skin and scalp feeling clean and fresh.

• Pink Clay = Sensitive skin’s BFF.
• Red Clay = Mineral-rich nourishment.
• Green Clay = Deep cleansing for most skin types.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender Oil)

The calm queen of essential oils. Soothes irritation, balances skin tone, and brings that spa-day serenity to your bathroom.

Magnesium Hydroxide

Our deodorant hero. It fights odour-causing bacteria (without blocking your pores) and keeps you feeling fresh all day. No aluminium, no nasties, no worries.

Mangifera Indica (Mango Butter)

Juicy, creamy, and bursting with vitamins A and E, mango butter melts into skin and hair for long-lasting moisture, minus the greasy feel.

Mentha Arvensis (Peppermint Oil)

Fresh, minty, and oh-so-cooling. Stimulates your scalp, calms irritation, and leaves your skin tingling in the best way possible.

Mentha Viridis (Spearmint Oil)

Smells like clean confidence. Antibacterial and refreshing, it helps balance oily or breakout-prone skin while soothing dry, itchy scalps.

Olea Europaea (Olive Oil)

A Mediterranean classic. Rich in antioxidants and vitamins, it hydrates, protects, and adds silky shine from head to toe.

Oryza Sativa Bran Wax (Rice Bran Wax)

A gentle, sustainable binding wax derived from rice bran. Keeps your bars firm and skin soft, totally vegan and palm-oil free.

Panthenol (Vitamin B5)

Think of this as a hug for dry hair. It softens, smooths, and seals in moisture to reduce split ends and improve elasticity.

Pelargonium Roseum × Asperum (Rose Geranium Oil)

Balances oil production, tones skin, and brings a soft floral scent that’s just the right amount of fancy.

Pogostemon Cablin (Patchouli Oil)

Earthy, musky, and deeply grounding. Patchouli improves skin texture, helps fight bacteria, and adds a hint of boho-chic to your beauty routine.

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond Oil)

Light, rich, and nourishing. Loaded with proteins and vitamin D, this oil smooths the hair shaft and adds shine. No heaviness, just healthy gloss.

Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot Kernel Oil)

Silky and easily absorbed, this vitamin-rich oil rejuvenates skin tone and texture. We use it in facial care for that dewy, hydrated glow.

Ricinus Communis (Castor Oil)

A thick, luxurious emollient that protects your strands by locking in moisture and creating a smooth, glossy barrier.

Rosa Eglanteria (Rosehip Oil)

A powerhouse of essential fatty acids and antioxidants. Helps repair skin damage, fade scars, and keep your glow game strong.

Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary Oil)

Stimulates hair growth, soothes irritation, and purifies the scalp. Plus, it smells divine and keeps your skin fresh with natural antibacterial powers.

Salvia Officinalis (Sage Oil)

A natural purifier that boosts circulation, helps with dandruff, and encourages healthy, happy hair growth.

Sesamum Indicum (Sesame Seed Oil)

Packed with antioxidants, vitamins A & E, and antibacterial properties. Moisturises, calms inflammation, and promotes radiant skin.

Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba Oil)

Technically, a liquid wax (fun fact!) that’s closest to our skin’s natural sebum. It balances, softens, and deeply nourishes, making it an amazing choice for both hair and face.

Sodium Hydroxide (Lye)

The science behind soap-making! When blended with oils, Lye transforms (saponifies) into gentle cleansing goodness. None left behind, just pure, natural soap.

Sodium Coco Sulphate

A bubbly coconut-derived cleanser that creates creamy lather without drying. Totally palm-oil free and skin-safe.

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

The gentlest foaming agent out there; coconut-based, biodegradable, and perfect for sensitive skin. It’s the secret behind that rich, dreamy lather.

Terminalia Ferdinandiana (Kakadu Plum Extract)

An Aussie icon with the highest natural vitamin C content of any fruit. Brightens, hydrates, and boosts collagen. It's wild-harvested close to home.

Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa Butter)

Rich, velvety, and deliciously chocolate-scented. Deeply hydrating, loaded with vitamins and fatty acids, your skin and hair will want to eat it up (but, you know, don’t).

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