AYANA products are hand blended and made with some of the finest grades of natural oils, including almond, jojoba, vitamin E, wheatgerm and avocado All of our lotion and cream products are made from a base comprised of unrefined Raw Shea, Mango Butter and Coconut Oil. Nautural carrier oils such as almond, jojoba, vitamin E, Burdock and Sea Buckthorne are then added to enhance our fine line of quality products. We have selected these specific oils because they not only provide nourishment to the skin but also conditions and makes it smooth and subtle. Additionally, some of these oils serve as natural preservatives without harmful side affects.