Ingredients with Integrity: Our Commitment to Quality

At Nefertem, choosing the highest quality ingredients from businesses that operate with integrity is our #1 priority.

We partner with companies that value people, plants, and the planet over profit, ensuring every product reflects our commitment to sustainability and wellness.

Our ingredients are:

• 100% natural
• 90% organic
• 0% artificial

Explore why we carefully select each ingredient below. We've also provided links to scientific research on their topical benefits for your convenience.

Key Ingredients in Our Skincare

Grass-Fed Tallow

We render, triple-filter & cure our tallow in-house from suet sourced from 3 small, family-run, Midwest farms raising grass-fed, grass-finished, antibiotic-free cattle.

• Rich in Vitamins A, D, & K, antioxidants, and CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid).
• Mimics the natural composition of skin sebum for deep cellular hydration.
• Helps replenish and support skin’s natural building blocks as we age.

Learn more about the benefits of grass-fed tallow as skincare.

Unrefined Organic Shea Butter

We use raw, grade A, virgin, USDA Certified Organic, Fair Trade shea butter from Ghana.

• Naturally rich in Vitamins A & E and fatty acids for nourishing problematic skin.
• Rated "0" on the comedogenic scale, meaning it won’t clog pores.
• Retains all nutrients due to its unrefined nature, ensuring maximum effectiveness.

Explore more benefits of using shea butter.

Unrefined Organic Coconut Oil

Our virgin, expeller-pressed coconut oil is USDA Certified Organic and Fair Trade.

• Contains natural antimicrobial and antifungal properties.
• Packed with antioxidants to support healthy skin barrier function.

Explore more benefits of using coconut oil. 

Extra Virgin Organic Olive Oil

We use first cold-pressed, USDA Certified Organic, extra virgin olive oil from Spain, Italy, and Tunisia.

• High in polyphenols, omega-3 & omega-6 fatty acids, and antioxidants.
• Naturally enhances skin hydration and protects against free radicals.

Explore olive oil's skin benefits further.

GCMS-tested, Pure Essential Oils

We use certified organic essential oils whenever possible to ensure their purity and alignment with our values. Some oils are sourced from countries without organic certification programs, while others come from plants that are naturally and sustainably wild-harvested, making certification unnecessary. After careful research, we choose the highest-quality oils that meet our strict standards.

All of our essential oils are selected for their energetic, mental, emotional, and physiological benefits, as supported by scientific research. As highly potent plant extracts, they offer therapeutic value far beyond their scent—benefits that artificial fragrances simply cannot provide.

Discover why essential oils are so essential. 

Organic Dried Herbs

We infuse specific products with raw, dried, certified organic, sustainably harvested herbs from a company based out of Oregon.

Organic herbs contain higher levels of micronutrients and less pesticide residue than their conventionally-grown alternatives.

The herbs used in our skincare formulas, such as turmeric, calendula and white willow bark, have been extensively studied for their therapeutic benefits when applied directly to the skin.

We encourage you to explore turmeric's topical benefits further. Explore calendula's benefits. Explore white willow's benefits. 

Raw Natural Beeswax

Our beeswax is sourced from a local bee farm in Illinois and retains its raw, natural properties.

• Provides a protective barrier for the skin while locking in moisture.
• Acts as a natural humectant, helping to attract and retain moisture in the skin.

Explore honey's topical application benefits further. 

Organic Golden Jojoba Oil

We use cold-pressed, Certified Organic, golden jojoba oil in our moisturizers and balms.

• Benefits various skin conditions due to its unique composition.
• Has a low comedogenic rating of 2, making it unlikely to clog pores.
• Widely used to hydrate and soften skin effectively.

Explore some of jojoba's benefits.

Organic Castor Oil

We use Certified Organic, expeller-pressed castor oil (Ricinus communis) from India in our natural soap.

Castor oil adds a level of moisture and lather to our soaps that we simply couldn’t live without!

Explore Castor Oil's benefits. 

Organic Neem Oil

We use Certified Organic, kosher certified, neem oil (Azadirachta indica) in our TLC Soap.

All parts of the neem tree have been shown as useful remedies, especially in Ayurvedic medicine, where its use dates back roughly 5,000 years.

Extensive studies have been conducted on the wide variety of uses and benefits of neem oil, especially in the treatment of skin conditions.

Explore the benefits of topical neem oil use.

Non-GMO Vitamin E Oil

We use kosher certified, Non-GMO, vitamin E oil (tocopherols from soy) in our natural moisturizers.

Vitamin E oil adds an antioxidant property to our moisturizers and balms and assists in improving the look of the skin.

Used topically in skin preparations, vitamin e oil has been shown to aide in many regenerative processes.

Explore the benefits of using vitamin e oil topically.

Raw Natural Clay

We use a variety of raw, natural clay powders in our soap to achieve a variety of natural colors. Clay has been used for cosmetics and skincare since at least 6,000 years ago.

Clay is known to be rich in micro-minerals such as iron, potassium, copper, silica and more. It is said that this adds to its skin smoothing and detoxifying properties.

Organic Herbs & Marine Plants

We use a variety of organic, all natural, powdered herbs and spirulina in our natural soap to achieve a variety of natural colors.

Herbs have been used at least 6,000 years to produce various colored cosmetics and as additives to skin soothing salves.

It has been said that due to the rich vitamin content in herbs and spirulina, that both can contribute to the improved appearance of the skin.

Why Our Ingredients Matter

At Nefertem, every ingredient we choose reflects our unwavering commitment to quality, sustainability, and integrity. From grass-fed tallow to wild-harvested essential oils, we prioritize natural, organic, and sustainably sourced components that truly benefit your skin and overall well-being.

Our values guide every sourcing decision, ensuring we work with ethical suppliers who share our dedication to people, plants, and the planet.

Equally important is what we don’t use in our products.

You’ll never find harmful or artificial ingredients like:

• Micas, oxides or titanium dioxide (artificial colorants)
• Parabens
• Synthetic preservatives
• Artificial fragrances
• Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS)
• Formaldehyde
• Phthalates
• Polyethylene glycols (PEGs)
• Alcohol
• Petroleum or petroleum-derived ingredients
• Sulfates

We believe skincare should nourish, not compromise, your health. By embracing pure, natural ingredients and avoiding harmful chemicals, we create products you can trust to care for your skin and your spirit.

Experience the difference of skincare made with integrity—because you deserve nothing less.