Anti-Aging Face Wash: (brightens, firms, calms)

"I am a 48 year old West Seattle mother who has recently been using some of Joan's products since early March 2025 (about 4 months now), primarily to address a terrible acne and milia break-out that started in December 2024. 

In December 2024, I suffered an extreme lower jaw/chin area cystic break-out primarily due to laser hair removal, which I had done twice before. It kept getting worse no matter what I did or used -benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, natural oils, nothing at all. I was so stressed about my skin because my stepdaughter's wedding in March was approaching and I couldn't get my skin to calm down in time :(  I had to wear heavy makeup for the wedding. 

The reason I chose Olive Branch Body Care again was because I had actually tried another online skincare called Clover, which emphasized small batch products made in house to order and "protecting the skin barrier" (new concept to me). I finished that line and was somewhat impressed but it brought me back to Joan. I thought to myself "I already have high quality, fresh batch skin care with natural ingredients in my neighborhood that are within same price range! Maybe I should try Joan's stuff again for this breakout? Maybe my skin isn't healing because my barrier is so strung out and stressed?! 

I started with the anti-aging facial wash and that alone really calmed my skin immediately. The next product I ordered was the Blemish Elixir and I absolutely LOVED it. This is the product I am convinced healed mycurrent acne and prevented additional breakouts! The third product I tried was the Skin Brightening Complex to help fade my dark acne marks. So far, I continue to heal and overall my skin looks so much better. I love all the samples Joan provides and think this is a fantastic way to try other stuffbefore purchasing. I hope to be able to continue to use Joan's products and keep my skin clear and refined at an affordable price (I learned to really use very little product so that it lasts longer!) 

It is truly a privilege to have Joan in my beloved neighborhood! I feel so blessed and spoiled at the same time!" ~Syda

"I use your wonderful skincare every day and night.  My skin feels "So Alive" now.  The ladies on my vacation complemented me on my clear skin and said Audrey you look 50...not 70. I've always kept myself healthy, young and work out to stay that way.  There's a BUT here.  It's your product that enhances my skin Even More and it will for everyone else as well.  My skin was glowing and was protected from the sun while we were at the lake. You are a blessing to many people. Thanks again for everything." ~ Audrey

Organic Olive Oil (cold pressed): Stimulates cell repair and generates new cells for firmer, smoother skin. Packed with anti-aging vitamins and nutrients, Olive oil mimics the natural oil in your skin, absorbing quickly to nourish, heal and restore the skin and doesn't clog the pores. It also protects skin from premature aging with 3 major antioxidants: VITAMIN E: (restores skin smoothness and protects against ultraviolet light) 2. POLYPHENOLS: (help repair damaged skin and restore elasticity) 3. PHYTOSEROLS: (reduces irritation, helps with chapped, red skin, stops the slow-down of collagen production and encourages new collagen production).  

Organic Jojoba Seed Oil (cold pressed):  Comparable to sebum, a waxy substance secreted by the glands in the body that protect the skin from bacteria and helps it stay supple and soft. Jojoba oil behaves the same way as sebum. In addition to holding in moisture, the oil’s natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties work to kill the organisms contributing to rosacea outbreaks as well as reduce swelling and redness. Jojoba may also boost cell division and growth, which speeds up the healing process and make the outbreak subside faster. 

Organic Grape Seed Oil (cold pressed): Non-comedogenic, tightens skins, moisturizes, reduce scars, restores collagen and fights aging.

Organic Extra Virgin Unrefined Rose Hip Seed Oil (cold pressed): Gentle natural source of Vitamin A, known as trans-retinoic acid, helping to prevent premature aging due to sun exposure. Known for strengthening broken and damaged capillaries and healing the skin. Regenerates and heals the skin: Because it contains high concentrations of vitamin A, B vitamins, and vitamin E, rosehip oil is known for its exceptional regenerative and healing properties. Increases collagen production and skin elasticity: Research shows that, when ingested, after eight weeks, rosehip oil leads to a significant improvement in crow's-feet wrinkles, the skin's moisture level, and elasticity. Fights free radicals: With high levels of vitamin C, rosehip seed oil can help with the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, brighten skin, and help fight free radicals in the skin and reduce scars. Intensely hydrates and moisturizes the skin: Including linoleic acid, as well as various other essential fatty acids so good for dry, wrinkled skin. 

Oat Amino Acids: Natural, gentle and mild lathering properties.

Lentil Extract: Has good skin-softening and antioxidant properties. Strengthens the look of pores, tightens pores, and refines the look of th grain & texture of the skin. Used in anti-aging skin care products due to vitamin B5 (good for rosacea, eczema) related moisturizing effects helps the skin to attract and retain moisture, while providing protection and enhancing the natural repair process.

Organic Borage Seed Oil: Contains one of the highest levels of GLA (gamma linolenic acid) that soothes dry skin and sensitive skin, as well as for any inflammatory skin conditions. It is regenerative and firming, properties that help restore hydration and elasticity.

Sweet Cream Buttermilk Powder (non-gmo/hormone free): Rich in calcium and protein (both help to increase collagen), lactic acid (a gentle natural AHA exfoliant to remove damaged skin and reveal a smoother, brighter, more radiant moisturized complexion) and probiotics (help remove toxins from skin).  and  in B-vitamins, also known as Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Thiamin (B1), Riboflavin (B2), Niacin (B3), Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Folate (B9), Vitamin B12, and Vitamin E which help to improve the condition of the skin, helping to manage rosacea, acne, eczema, dermatitis, hyper pigmentation, sun-damaged, aging and dry skin.

Lupinus Albus Seed Extract: Extracted from the coatings of sweet white lupin seeds. Anti-aging and firming ingredient that stimulates the synthesis of a high-quality collagen to increase elasticity and firmness in the skin, helping to remodel the facial contour.

Salix Alba (Willow) bark extract: Willow Bark Extract also known as European white willow contains salicin and is made from the bark of the willow plant. Has soothing properties on irritated skin, works as an toning agent and mild cleanser and moisturizes the skin.

Hyaluronic Acid: Hyaluronic acid (sodium hyaluronate) is a natural polysaccharide (sugar) that occurs in body tissues including the skin providing hydration, stability, lubrication. It is able to hold up to 1,000 times its molecular weight in water, penetrates the skin and binds water to skin cells, infusing all layers of the skin with valuable, rejuvenating moisture.

Carrot Seed Essential Oil:  Stimulates the growth of new cells and tissues, protects skin from developing wrinkles, contains moisturizing vitamin E and protective vitamin C, which work together to help bring new life to the skin.

Neroli Essential Oil: Rejuvenates and regenerates the skin at the cellular level, beneficial for wrinkles, scars and stretch marks. Antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties make it ideal for blemished skin and helps maintain moisture levels and balance skin. Is a precious botanical oil that requires around 1,000 pounds of handpicked Bitter Orange Tree flowers to be produced and the flowers must be handpicked without being excessively handled or bruised to maintain the oil.

Roman Chamomile Essential Oil: Helps calm skin irritations and keeping skin looking young and healthy. It can reduce the look of redness, rashes, eczema, bruises, burns, minor wounds, and other irritations. It can also help reduce the risk of infection due to its antiseptic properties.

All-Natural Vitamin E Oil: Antioxidant that helps to rejuvenate the skin, encourages healthy growth of new skin cells, is an anti-inflammatory that calms and hydrates sensitive skin. Helps improve fine lines and wrinkles by providing an antioxidant boost that protects from sun damage.

All-Natural Preservative: Effective preservative properties, based on the synergy exhibited by multiple plant extracts. Combination of radish root ferment filtrate with honeysuckle and aspen bark extracts.

Olive Leaf Extract: Anti-inflammatory, for youthful looking skin, anti reddening and good for stressed skin. Soothing, anti-irritant and toning properties and is widely used in salves for aged and fragile skin and for anti-blotchiness. 

Chlamydomonas acidophila (Algae peptide): Sustainably sourced from France. A concentration of peptides which help the skin endure the extreme conditions of its environment. Acts as a cocoon for the skin by inhibiting the key markers involved in inflammation, it protects the most sensitive skin from over-reactions caused by external factors, such as temperature variations, wind, friction, etc. It also prevents the skin from overreacting to nickel, a metal known to be an allergen. To do this, it inhibits the activation of basophils and immune cells and limits their secretion of histamine, a hormone involved in the allergic reaction. Sensitive skin is protected from overreacting to chemical stresses even at maximum erythema intensity and continues to reduce the visible effects of inflammation afterward. 

Natural Horse Chestnut (nut) extract: Aesculus hippocastanum. Contains saponins, known collectively as ’aescin’, are potent anti-inflammatory compounds. Saponins, such as escin, also reduce capillary fragility, and therefore help to prevent leakage of fluids into surrounding tissues, which can cause swelling. An extract of horse chestnut has recently been shown to have one of the highest ’active-oxygen’ scavenging abilities of 65 different plant extracts tested. Such extracts are more powerful anti-oxidants than vitamin E, and also exhibit potent cell-protective effects, which are linked to the well-known anti-aging properties of anti-oxidants.

Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Extract: Fraction rich in sesamin, which belongs to a group of compounds called lignans. Stimulates the body's natural mechanisms to increase the number and size of adipocytes thereby providing more volume to areas that have lost their shape over the years.  Fills all kinds of wrinkles and improves the overall skin condition for a rejuvenated appearance. Reduces the visible effects of aging: wrinkles and loss of facial volume. Restores facial contours for a overall improved appearance. Improves skin hydration. Smooths skin texture and blurs blemishes.

Ceramide Complex: Restores the protective barrier function of the skin and ideal for aging, dry and sensitive skin. A concentrated mix of different types of ceramides, cholesterol, free fatty acids and phytosphingosine with unique restoring capabilities. Enhanced moisturization and protection, ultimately leading to a less sensitive and less dry skin.