Natural Ingredients

Natural ingredients

Inspired by Nature. Proven by Science.

Every Lanogold formulation begins with ultra-pure medical-grade lanolin — nature’s remarkable moisturiser — and is built up with botanicals drawn from the Karoo and the wider African landscape, alongside actives with proven, well-researched benefits.

We keep what works and leave what doesn’t. Every ingredient below is here because it earns its place.

Botanical ingredients

From the Land

Plants that have adapted to survive in some of the most demanding conditions on earth — and pass that resilience on to your skin.

Aloe Ferox

Found only in Southern Africa, Aloe Ferox is renowned for its soothing, hydrating and skin-conditioning properties. Rich in beneficial plant compounds and antioxidants, it helps comfort stressed skin while supporting healthy moisture levels.Helps withRedness, irritation, dehydration and sun-exposed skin.Why we love itIt helps calm and replenish skin when it needs extra care, leaving it feeling comfortable, hydrated and restored.Found inKaroo Skin Doctor, Karoo Summer Rain

Bulbine Frutescens

Bulbine frutescens is a resilient South African succulent with a long history of traditional skincare use. Modern research has shown its ability to support collagen production, improve skin firmness and assist the skin’s natural recovery process.Helps withFine lines, loss of firmness, irritation and minor skin damage.Why we love itIt offers the rare combination of soothing support for stressed skin while helping improve the appearance of firmness and elasticity over time.Found inKaroo Skin Doctor, Karoo Skin Elixir Serum

Green Rooibos Extract

Harvested before fermentation, Green Rooibos contains significantly higher levels of antioxidants than traditional rooibos. It helps protect the skin from free radicals and environmental stressors while supporting a healthier, more youthful-looking complexion.Helps withEnvironmental stress, dullness and early signs of ageing.Why we love itIt’s a proudly South African ingredient that delivers powerful antioxidant protection while remaining gentle enough for everyday use.Found inKaroo Crème Deluxe

Green Honeybush Extract

Green Honeybush is naturally rich in antioxidants that help defend the skin against environmental stress. Known for its gentle nature, it is often used in formulations designed for sensitive skin and age-supporting skincare.Helps withVisible signs of ageing, environmental stress and skin sensitivity.Why we love itIts nurturing properties help support healthy-looking skin while providing a naturally gentle, low-allergen fragrance.Found inSelected Lanogold formulations

Organic Lavender Hydrosol

Derived from fragrant lavender flowers, this gentle botanical extract offers soothing and skin-conditioning benefits while providing a naturally soft fragrance. It is well suited to sensitive skincare formulations.Helps withSensitivity, redness and skin discomfort.Why we love itIt helps create a calming skincare experience while supporting skin that feels stressed or reactive.Found inSelected Lanogold formulations

Geranium Oil

Extracted from Southern African geranium species, geranium oil helps support balanced-looking skin by promoting harmony between dry and oily areas while revitalising the complexion.Helps withUneven skin balance, dullness and loss of radiance.Why we love itIt helps skin feel balanced, refreshed and healthy-looking.Found inKaroo Skin Rejuvenator

Kalahari Watermelon Seed Oil

Harvested from wild watermelons that thrive in the dry conditions of the Kalahari, this lightweight oil is rich in essential fatty acids, antioxidants and vitamins. It nourishes the skin without feeling heavy or greasy.Helps withDehydration, dryness and moisture loss.Why we love itIt provides deep nourishment while helping maintain a healthy skin barrier and comfortable hydration levels.Found inKaroo Skin Rejuvenator, Karoo Skin Elixir Serum

Resurrection Plant

Myrothamnus flabellifolia, often called the Resurrection Plant, is famous for its ability to survive long periods of drought before springing back to life when water becomes available. Its remarkable resilience has inspired its use in skincare designed to support hydration and skin vitality.Helps withDehydration, dullness and stressed skin.Why we love itIt helps revive tired-looking skin, restore radiance and support long-lasting hydration.Found inSelected Lanogold formulations

Prickly Pear Extract

Prickly Pear Extract is packed with antioxidants, vitamins and moisture-binding compounds that help hydrate and protect the skin. It supports the skin barrier while helping soothe sensitive or reactive skin.Helps withDehydration, redness, sensitivity and moisture loss.Why we love itIt delivers lightweight hydration while helping strengthen the skin’s natural protective barrier.Found inSelected Lanogold formulations

Kigelia Africana

Derived from the fruit of the African sausage tree, Kigelia Africana is renowned for its skin-firming properties. It helps improve the appearance of elasticity while supporting smoother, firmer-looking skin.Helps withLoss of firmness, reduced elasticity and visible signs of ageing.Why we love itFew botanical ingredients have earned such a strong reputation for helping skin appear firmer and more toned.Found inKaroo Skin Elixir Serum

Green Tea Extract

Green Tea Extract is rich in protective antioxidants that help defend the skin against environmental stressors while supporting a calm, healthy-looking complexion.Helps withEnvironmental stress, dullness and skin fatigue.Why we love itIt helps protect skin from everyday exposure while supporting a fresh, revitalised appearance.Found inKaroo Skin Rejuvenator

Rosemary Extract

Rosemary Extract is a botanical antioxidant that helps protect the skin against environmental stress while supporting overall skin vitality.Helps withEnvironmental stress and loss of radiance.Why we love itIt helps keep skin looking refreshed, healthy and vibrant.Found inKaroo Skin Rejuvenator

Shea Butter

Extracted from the nuts of the African shea tree, shea butter is rich in essential fatty acids and skin-conditioning vitamins. It helps replenish moisture and soften even very dry skin.Helps withDryness, rough skin and cracked areas.Why we love itIts rich, nourishing texture delivers lasting comfort to skin that needs extra care.Found inKaroo Skin Repair

Avocado Oil

Rich in nourishing fatty acids, Avocado Oil helps condition and soften dry skin while supporting the skin’s natural moisture barrier.Helps withDryness, roughness and moisture loss.Why we love itIt provides rich nourishment and helps restore softness to dry, hardworking skin.Found inKaroo Skin Repair

Sunflower Seed Oil

Sunflower Seed Oil is a lightweight emollient rich in linoleic acid. It helps support the skin barrier while improving softness and hydration.Helps withDryness, rough texture and moisture loss.Why we love itIt provides lightweight nourishment without leaving skin feeling heavy.Found inKaroo Skin Rejuvenator

Active ingredients

Proven by Science

Well-researched actives, used at meaningful levels, chosen to work alongside the botanicals rather than overwhelm them.

Bakuchiol

Bakuchiol is a plant-derived ingredient often referred to as nature’s alternative to retinol. It helps improve the appearance of fine lines and uneven texture without the irritation or increased sun sensitivity often associated with traditional retinoids.Helps withFine lines, wrinkles and loss of firmness.Why we love itIt delivers age-supporting benefits while remaining gentle enough for sensitive skin.Found inKaroo Crème Deluxe

Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic Acid is a moisture-binding ingredient naturally found in the skin. It helps attract and retain hydration, leaving skin feeling plumper, smoother and more supple.Helps withDehydration, dryness and loss of suppleness.Why we love itIt provides an immediate boost of hydration that helps skin look fresh, healthy and radiant.Found inKaroo Crème Deluxe, Karoo Skin Elixir Serum

Matrixyl® Peptides

Matrixyl Peptides are advanced skincare actives that help support the skin’s natural renewal processes. They are widely used in age-supporting formulations to improve the appearance of smoother, firmer-looking skin.Helps withFine lines, wrinkles and loss of firmness.Why we love itIt helps support a more youthful-looking complexion while complementing the skin’s natural processes.Found inKaroo Crème Deluxe

Niacinamide

Also known as Vitamin B3, Niacinamide is a versatile skincare ingredient that helps strengthen the skin barrier while promoting a brighter, healthier-looking complexion.Helps withDullness, uneven skin tone and weakened skin barriers.Why we love itIt supports stronger, healthier-looking skin and is suitable for almost every skin type.Found inKaroo Crème Deluxe, Karoo Summer Rain

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that protects skin from environmental stressors while supporting a brighter, more radiant complexion.Helps withDullness, uneven skin tone and visible signs of ageing.Why we love itIt helps restore radiance and supports healthy-looking skin.Found inKaroo Skin Rejuvenator

Vitamin E

Vitamin E is one of skincare’s most trusted antioxidants. It helps support the skin barrier, lock in moisture and protect against environmental factors that contribute to dryness.Helps withDryness, dehydration and environmental stress.Why we love itIt helps keep skin feeling soft, nourished and protected.Found inKaroo Skin Rejuvenator, Karoo Skin Doctor