La Saponaria
After‑Sun Body Lotion · Nourishing & Fresh
After‑Sun Body Lotion · Nourishing & Fresh
150 ml
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Why We Love It
A silky, sun‑soothed embrace for skin that’s lived a full day outdoors.
This lotion feels like stepping into evening shade after warm Mediterranean light — aloe vera cooling the heat, shea butter and sweet almond oil restoring softness, and a botanical infusion calming everything the sun, wind, and salt have stirred up. Extra virgin olive oil brings its unmistakable Italian warmth, while basil and lime essential oils leave the skin lightly scented, refreshed, and quietly renewed.
The result: a nourishing body moisturizer with after‑sun benefits — comforting, hydrating, and beautifully restorative.
Our Sanctuary Facts (The Proof)
Our Sanctuary Facts (The Proof)
- 95% + Sanctuary Standard: Our strict baseline for botanical purity; based on INCI ingredients, this formula is 100% natural origin.
- Vegan & Cruelty‑Free: Formulated without animal derivatives and never tested on animals.
- Free From: Ingredients harmful to skin or the environment.
- Powered by Hero Botanicals: Centella Asiatica, Japanese Knotweed Root Extract, and Baikal Skullcap Root Extract — a trio that calms, restores, and protects skin from daily stress and sun exposure.
Ritual of Use (The How‑To)
Ritual of Use (The How‑To)
- Massage generously onto clean skin after sun exposure — or anytime your body needs nourishment, comfort, or a refreshing reset.
- The texture melts in softly, leaving skin velvety, hydrated, and lightly perfumed with basil and lime.
- A soothing ritual that brings your skin back to balance.
Sunburn Tip: If your skin is severely sunburned, red, or hot to the touch, please avoid using this product until the irritation has settled. The active ingredients are wonderful for maintenance and recovery, but may cause stinging on fresh, damaged skin. We recommend pure, fragrance-free Aloe Vera until you're feeling better.
Ingredients You’ll Love (Total Revelation)
Ingredients You’ll Love (Total Revelation)
The Soothing Actives (The Power Players)
- Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice) — The cooling healer. Fresh aloe gel glides over sun‑kissed skin, instantly calming heat and leaving a veil of moisture that feels like shade after a long day in the light.
- Calendula (Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract) — The comfort bloom. Golden petals whisper relief, helping skin recover from the day’s adventures with gentle, nurturing care.
- Chamomile (Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract) — The quieting flower. Its soft, herbal touch soothes sensitivity and brings peace to skin kissed by sun and sea breeze.
- Centella Asiatica (Centella Asiatica Extract) — The renewal leaf. Supports skin resilience and post‑sun recovery, helping restore elasticity and calm.
- Green Tea (Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract) — The antioxidant shield. A breath of freshness that defends against environmental stress while leaving skin purified and balanced.
- Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract) — The harmonizer. Adds a subtle sweetness and helps even the look of skin tone — a gentle touch for post‑sun radiance.
- Japanese Knotweed Root Extract (Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract) — The antioxidant root. Rich in resveratrol, it helps protect skin from oxidative stress and supports post‑sun recovery.
- Baikal Skullcap Root Extract (Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract) — The calm defender. A traditional botanical that helps soothe and fortify skin exposed to sun and wind.
- Spearmint Oil (Mentha Spicata Herb Oil) — The cooling whisper. A breath of freshness that lingers softly on the skin, helping calm heat and refresh after sun exposure.
The Artisans (Texture & Finish)
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Olea Europaea Fruit Oil) — The Italian nurturer. Rich, golden, and deeply comforting — it wraps the skin in Mediterranean warmth, restoring suppleness and glow.
- Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii Butter) — The velvet cocoon. Melts into the skin like silk, leaving it soft, smooth, and protected from dryness.
- Sweet Almond Oil (Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil) — The silky comforter. Glides effortlessly, bringing lasting softness and a touch of indulgence to every application.
- Water (Aqua) — The pure foundation. Carries every botanical extract and oil, allowing the lotion to glide effortlessly and hydrate deeply.
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride) — The silky carrier. Derived from coconut, it gives the lotion its smooth, non‑greasy finish and helps deliver nutrients evenly.
- Glyceryl Stearate Citrate (Glyceryl Stearate Citrate) — The texture architect. A natural emulsifier that binds oils and water, creating the lotion’s creamy, stable body.
- Cetearyl Alcohol (Cetearyl Alcohol) — The velvet builder. A fatty alcohol that softens and thickens, giving the lotion its luxurious, velvety feel.
- Propanediol (Propanediol) — The glide enhancer. Plant‑derived humectant that boosts absorption and leaves a silky touch on the skin.
The Professional Support Crew (The Essentials)
- Glycerin (Glycerin) — The moisture magnet. Draws hydration deep into the skin, keeping it plump and luminous long after the sun has set.
- Sodium PCA (Sodium PCA) — The hydration anchor. Helps maintain the skin’s natural moisture balance for lasting comfort.
- Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate) — The plumping hydrator. Fills the skin with dewy freshness, smoothing fine lines and restoring elasticity.
The Guardians (Integrity & Safety)
- Glyceryl Caprylate (Glyceryl Caprylate) — The gentle protector. A plant‑derived emulsifier that keeps the formula stable and skin‑friendly.
- Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate) — The antioxidant guardian that shields the skin’s lipids and preserves the lotion’s freshness.
- Sodium Phytate (Sodium Phytate) — The natural stabilizer. Derived from rice and corn, it ensures purity and balance in every drop.
- Lactic Acid (Lactic Acid) — The soft refiner. Smooths and brightens gently, helping skin feel renewed and silky.
- Xanthan Gum (Xanthan Gum) — The texture harmonizer. Gives the lotion its creamy, velvety glide — the perfect balance between lightness and comfort.
- Potassium Sorbate (Potassium Sorbate) — The quiet guardian. A gentle, nature‑identical preservative that keeps the formula safe and stable.
- Sodium Benzoate (Sodium Benzoate) — The purity keeper. Works in harmony with natural acids to maintain freshness and protect the lotion’s integrity.
- Benzyl Alcohol (Benzyl Alcohol) — The botanical shield. Naturally occurring in plants, it helps preserve the formula while adding a soft, clean finish.
- Sodium Dehydroacetate (Sodium Dehydroacetate) — The calm defender. Ensures long‑lasting safety and balance without compromising the lotion’s gentle touch.
- Rosemary Leaf Extract (Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract) — The natural preserver. Rich in antioxidants that help protect the formula and skin from oxidation.
- Basil Essential Oil (Ocimum Basilicum Oil) — The herbal breeze. Crisp, green, and uplifting — evokes a garden at dusk.
- Lime Essential Oil (Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil Distilled) — The citrus spark. Bright and sunlit, it awakens the senses with Mediterranean clarity.
- Limonene (Limonene) — The citrus spark. Naturally present in citrus oils, adding a radiant lift.
- Linalool (Linalool) — The tranquil bloom. Found in lavender and chamomile, it brings calm and serenity.
- Citral (Citral) — The lemon soul. Occurs in lemongrass and citrus oils, giving a crisp, joyful brightness.
The Full INCI
The Full INCI
Aqua, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil*, Glycerin, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil*, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter*, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium Pca, Sodium Hyaluronate, Propanediol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil Distilled*, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract*, Ocimum Basilicum Oil*, Mentha Spicata Herb Oil*, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Lactic Acid, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Benzoate, Benzyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Limonene, Linalool, Citral
* Ingredients from organic farming
The Lifecycle (Packaging & Impact)
The Lifecycle (Packaging & Impact)
- The Vessel — R‑PET bottle (PET 1) with PP5 cap and C/PP 92 dispenser — lightweight, durable, and made from recycled plastic designed to circulate again.
- The Impact — Recycled PET reduces the need for virgin plastic and supports a circular material flow. Each component can be recycled separately, depending on your local facilities.
- The Ritual — Once empty, rinse the bottle and sort each part — bottle, cap, and pump — according to your municipality’s recycling guidelines. A small act that keeps materials moving and waste minimized.
The Impact:
- Recycled PET = lower environmental footprint.
- Component separation = higher recycling success.
- Lightweight design = reduced transport impact.
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