{"title":"All Products","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"esters-concentrated-cleanser","title":"Just a Cleanser","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eThe only thing a cleanser can and should do is give your skin a fresh start. Stop relying on complicated cleansers and their empty promises. Just give your skin a clean slate so you can take care of it with your leave-on products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eJust a Cleanser allows you to adjust the level of cleaning you want to fit your needs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eFull List of Ingredients:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003e Avocado Oil Glycereth-8 Esters \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eIngredient sourced from Italy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003e(That's it! Just one ingredient.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eUsage Information:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eDirections: Directions: Wet hands and add 1 pump of the cleanser for normal cleansing. Use 2 pumps for deep cleansing and heavy makeup removal. Mix well and apply to area in need of cleansing. Rub evenly. Rinse with water or wet towel. Store product in a cool, dry, dark place. Keep bottle sealed and replace cap when done using. Keep entire product dry and away from water and steam. Applying product directly to dry skin is not recommended as it may not spread evenly. Test on small area on forearm before using on face.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eCaution: For external use only. Do not ingest. Use only as directed. Do not add water or any other substances directly to the container. Do not use on damaged or inflamed skin. Avoid direct contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. If irritation occurs, discontinue use. Keep out of reach of children. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eShelf Life: 12 months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SNOWBAR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49100014780638,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/1489\/1486\/files\/Clshopify.png?v=1791512501"},{"product_id":"mortar-ultralight-oil-gel","title":"Ultralight Oil Gel","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eTry our new patent-pending oil gel! Packed with the skin's vital lipids, it transforms from solid to liquid and absorbs quickly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis particular Oil Gel includes our Ultralight Oil Esters to give the lightest experience possible while still delivering effective nourishment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eFull List of Ingredients:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003e Jojoba Esters, Ceramide NG, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Tricaprylin, Oleic Acid, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, C10-30 Cholesterol\/Lanosterol Esters, Ceramide AP, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopherol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eUsage Information:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eDirections: Apply a small amount to the skin and spread evenly as desired. Store product in a cool, dry, dark place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eCaution: For external use only. Do not ingest. Use only as directed. Do not add water or any other substances directly to the container. Do not use on damaged or inflamed skin. Avoid direct contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. If irritation occurs, discontinue use. Keep out of reach of children. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eShelf Life: 12 months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eMore About Your Skin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eThe outermost layer of the skin, the stratum corneum, is almost universally described using a \"brick and mortar\" model. In this analogy, the skin cells (corneocytes) act as the solid, tough bricks that provide structural integrity, while the intercellular lipid matrix acts as the glue or mortar that holds them tightly together. Without this mortar, the bricks would loosen, allowing water to escape through transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and giving irritating external pathogens or allergens free entry into the deeper layers of the tissue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eThe intercellular mortar is not a generic coating; it is a highly specialized, structured lipid mixture made up primarily of ceramides, cholesterol, and free fatty acids. Each lipid fulfills a distinct physical role within the matrix:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: black; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eCeramides (~50% by weight): Acting as the primary backbone of the mortar, ceramides are long-chain sphingolipids that feature a hydrophilic head group attached to two hydrophobic hydrocarbon tails. Their unique molecular architecture allows them to form structured, ordered sheets that trap water molecules and physically seal off intercellular gaps.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: black; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eCholesterol (~25% by weight): In masonry mortar, sand regulates flexibility and keeps the cement from curing into a brittle block. Cholesterol functions similarly in the skin barrier. As a rigid sterol, it intercalates between the long lipid tails of ceramides, preventing them from packing so tightly that they crystallize into a rigid, fragile layer. It preserves necessary membrane fluidity so the skin can flex without cracking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: black; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eFree Fatty Acids (~15% by weight): Predominantly long-chain saturated species like stearic and palmitic acid, free fatty acids contribute to the compact lipid alignment while maintaining the slightly acidic environment (the acid mantle) required for enzyme regulation, lipid processing, and natural exfoliation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eBeyond their individual structures, what makes these lipids act like high-grade mortar is their self-assembling lamellar phase organization. Instead of existing as a disorganized oily slurry, ceramides, cholesterol, and fatty acids arrange themselves into alternating lipid bilayers and thin aqueous sheets, creating a virtually impermeable hydrophobic seal against moisture loss and external threats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SNOWBAR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49100016877790,"sku":null,"price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/1489\/1486\/files\/UGelshopify.png?v=1791512483"},{"product_id":"mortar-daily-oil-gel","title":"Daily Oil Gel","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eTry our new patent-pending oil gel! Packed with the skin's vital lipids, it transforms from solid to liquid and absorbs quickly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eYour skin is like an expertly-built brick wall. The skin cells are like the bricks, and intercellular lipids are like the mortar helping to hold everything together and lock in moisture. Instead of using traditional waxes or butters, our Oil Gels uses these lipids, such as ceramides, cholesterol, and free fatty acids, to make an reliable cornerstone in your skincare routine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: black; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFull List \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: black; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eof\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: black; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e Ingredi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: black; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eents:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: black;\"\u003e Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003e, Ceramide NG, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Oleic Acid, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Ceramide AP, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopherol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eUsage Information:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eDirections: Apply a small amount to the skin and spread evenly as desired. Store product in a cool, dry, dark place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eCaution: For external use only. Do not ingest. Use only as directed. Do not add water or any other substances directly to the container. Do not use on damaged or inflamed skin. Avoid direct contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. If irritation occurs, discontinue use. Keep out of reach of children. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eShelf Life: 12 months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eMore About Your Skin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eThe outermost layer of the skin, the stratum corneum, is almost universally described using a \"brick and mortar\" model. In this analogy, the skin cells (corneocytes) act as the solid, tough bricks that provide structural integrity, while the intercellular lipid matrix acts as the glue or mortar that holds them tightly together. Without this matrix, the bricks would loosen, allowing water to escape through transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and giving irritating external pathogens or allergens free entry into the deeper layers of the tissue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eThe intercellular matrix is not a generic coating; it is a highly specialized, structured lipid mixture made up primarily of ceramides, cholesterol, and free fatty acids. Each lipid fulfills a distinct physical role:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: black; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eCeramides (~50% by weight): Acting as the primary backbone of the matrix, ceramides are long-chain sphingolipids that feature a hydrophilic head group attached to two hydrophobic hydrocarbon tails. Their unique molecular architecture allows them to form structured, ordered sheets that trap water molecules and physically seal off intercellular gaps.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: black; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eCholesterol (~25% by weight): As a rigid sterol, cholesterol intercalates between the long lipid tails of ceramides, preventing them from packing so tightly that they crystallize into a rigid, fragile layer. It preserves necessary membrane fluidity so the skin can flex without cracking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: black; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eFree Fatty Acids (~15% by weight): Predominantly long-chain saturated species like stearic and palmitic acid, free fatty acids contribute to the compact lipid alignment while maintaining the slightly acidic environment (the acid mantle) required for enzyme regulation, lipid processing, and natural exfoliation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SNOWBAR","offers":[{"title":"1 oz (28 g)","offer_id":49125868765406,"sku":null,"price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/1489\/1486\/files\/DOgelshopify.png?v=1791512462"},{"product_id":"esters-spot-moisturizer","title":"Spot Moisturizer","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; font-weight: normal;\"\u003eYour skin loves esters. These esters are clingy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; font-weight: normal;\"\u003eApricot Kernel Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters, Sunflower Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e(Ingredients sourced from France)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi;\"\u003eUsage Information:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDirections: Apply a small amount to areas of clean skin prone to dryness. Let absorb until no longer sticky. If needed, remove with oil-based cleanser. Store product in a cool, dry, dark place. Test on small area on forearm before using on face. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; font-weight: normal;\"\u003eCaution: For external use only. Do not ingest. Use only as directed. If irritation occurs, discontinue use. Do not add water or any other substances directly to the container. Do not use on damaged or inflamed skin. Avoid direct contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. Keep out of reach of children. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif;\"\u003eMore About Esters: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif;\"\u003eEsters are not new. An ester is just a molecule that has an ester bond in it. But, if you pick the right esters, they can perform some incredible tasks. Consider sunflower oil. This is a natural oil that is made of esters called triglycerides. But, if you change the esters into different esters by combining them with polyglycerin (a bunch of glycerin molecules stuck together), the sunflower oil starts to adopt some really useful properties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif;\"\u003eInitially, scientists developed these polyglycerin esters as emulsifiers and surfactants. In short, they suck. Instead of making nice neat emulsions, the polyglycerin esters form these branched globs that are hard to predict and control. So, despite being technically hydrophobic and hydrophilic, meaning they like both water and oil, they actually are really bad at being surfactants. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif;\"\u003eThis can be used to your advantage! When applied to the skin, these beautiful, naturally-derived esters form a unique barrier. They assemble themselves into their microscopic globs and anchor into the skin. This makes them difficult to wash off, meaning you can continue to cleanse the rest of your face without worrying about those pesky dry spots popping up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-pagination: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-US\" style=\"language: en-US; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SNOWBAR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49100021530846,"sku":null,"price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/1489\/1486\/files\/Spotshopify.png?v=1791512441"},{"product_id":"esters-ultralight-oil","title":"Ultralight Oil","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWith an incredible lightweight feel that you have to experience for yourself, the Ultralight Oil is your new go-to oil for skin nourishment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eNo silicones, no mineral oil, no greasy feeling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour skin loves esters. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEsters are molecules that contain one or more ester bonds. Most oils and waxes in nature (e.g. olive oil, beeswax) are made of esters. Your body produces its own esters that help keep your skin healthy. Ultralight Oil mimics these esters to form the perfect daily skincare oil for all-over nourishment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eIngredi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eents:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFull List of Ingredients:\u003c\/span\u003e Jojoba Esters, Tricaprylin, C10-30 Cholesterol\/Lanosterol Esters, Tocopherol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJojoba Esters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e are produced by modifying Jojoba Oil with itself. Jojoba oil is unique. Most oils found in nature are made predominantly of esters called triglycerides. Triglycerides contain 3 ester bonds. The esters in Jojoba Oil contain only 1 ester bond, which is why it is referred to as a liquid wax ester. This allows us to rearrange the esters within the Jojoba Oil to make them incredibly light-weight while still mimicking the oil structure of human-made esters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTricaprylin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a triglyceride ester isolated from Coconut Oil. It is very similar to the popular ingredient Caprylic\/Capric Triglyceride, except it only contains the Caprylic Triglyceride for the lightest possible skin feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC10-30 Cholesterol\/Lanosterol Esters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e closely mimic the cholesterol esters produced by the human body that integrate into its natural oils. This ingredient allows for intense skin nourishment while still delivering a light skin feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTocopherol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is an antioxidant commonly known as Vitamin E. It helps keep the formula stable. We prefer to use tocopherol as an antioxidant over BHT and TBHQ.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eDirections \/ Instructions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDirections: Apply a small amount to the skin and spread evenly as desired. Store product in a cool, dry, dark place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCaution: For external use only. Do not ingest. Use only as directed. Do not add water or any other substances directly to the container. Do not use on damaged or inflamed skin. Avoid direct contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. If irritation occurs, discontinue use. Keep out of reach of children. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eShelf Life: 12 months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eMore About Esters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHuman skin relies heavily on a diverse group of naturally synthesized esters—chemical compounds formed by bonding fatty acids with alcohols or glycerol—to maintain its structural integrity, retain moisture, and protect against environmental damage. These esters originate primarily from two distinct sources: the sebaceous glands, which excrete oily sebum onto the surface, and the epidermal keratinocytes, which produce lipids during the maturation of the skin's outermost barrier, the stratum corneum.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eKey Esters Produced by the Skin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" start=\"1\" type=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWax Esters (Mono- and Di-esters)Wax esters are a hallmark of human skin, making up roughly 25% to 30% of human sebum. Synthesized by sebocytes, they consist of long-chain fatty acids linked directly to long-chain fatty alcohols (including specialized mono-wax esters and hydroxylated diesters). Humans are almost unique among terrestrial mammals in producing such high concentrations of wax esters on the skin surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eGlycerol Esters (Triglycerides \u0026amp; Diglycerides)Triglycerides—esters formed by binding three fatty acid chains to a glycerol backbone—comprise the largest single component of sebum (~40% to 50%). As sebum travels up through the follicular duct and onto the surface, microbial and human enzymes partially break these down into diglycerides (glycerol diesters), monoglycerides, and free fatty acids.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCholesteryl Esters Formed by esterifying cholesterol with long-chain fatty acids, cholesteryl esters account for a smaller percentage of skin surface lipids (~2% to 4%). They are present both in sebaceous secretions and in the lipid matrices produced during epidermal keratinization.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAcylceramides (Esterified Ceramides)In the stratum corneum, specialized epidermal ceramides (such as Ceramide EOAH or Ceramide EOS) feature an omega-hydroxy fatty acid that is esterified to an additional fatty acid (often linoleic acid). Although ceramides are structurally classified as amides, these ester-linked side chains play a foundational role in the physical arrangement of skin barrier lipids.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBiological Importance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWater Retention \u0026amp; Occlusion: Wax esters and cholesteryl esters form an extremely hydrophobic, flexible barrier on the skin surface. This coating drastically reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL), keeping the upper layers of the epidermis hydrated and pliable in dry conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMicrobiome Modulation \u0026amp; Acid Mantle: As triglycerides and glycerol diesters are cleaved by skin microbiota (such as \u003ci\u003eCutibacterium acnes\u003c\/i\u003e), they release free fatty acids like sapienic acid and lauric acid. This enzymatic activity lowers the pH of the skin surface to create the \"acid mantle,\" an acidic microenvironment that inhibits pathogenic bacteria while supporting commensal organisms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eStructural Barrier Assembly: Acylceramides in the stratum corneum act as molecular rivets. Their long esterified fatty acid tails insert into neighboring lipid bilayers, locking the lipid matrix into tightly packed lamellar sheets that prevent harmful chemicals and microbes from penetrating the body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium', sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SNOWBAR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49100081791198,"sku":null,"price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/1489\/1486\/files\/Uoilshopify.png?v=1791512421"},{"product_id":"oil-gel-abyssinian","title":"Abyssinian Oil Gel","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eCare for your skin with nourishing Abyssinian oil fortified with essential barrier lipids. Ditch those traditional balms. Discover how water-free does not always mean greasy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eFull List of Ingredients:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003e Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil, Ceramide NG, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Oleic Acid, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Ceramide AP, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopherol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eUsage Information:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eDirections: Apply a small amount to the skin and spread evenly as desired. Store product in a cool, dry, dark place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eCaution: For external use only. Do not ingest. Use only as directed. Do not add water or any other substances directly to the container. Do not use on damaged or inflamed skin. Avoid direct contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. If irritation occurs, discontinue use. Keep out of reach of children. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eShelf Life: 12 months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black;\"\u003eMore About Your Skin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eThe stratum corneum—the outermost layer of the skin—is often described using a \"brick and mortar\" model. The skin cells (corneocytes) act as the bricks, while a specialized matrix of extracellular lipids forms the mortar. This lipid matrix is overwhelmingly dominated by three essential components: \u003cb\u003eceramides, cholesterol, and free fatty acids\u003c\/b\u003e. Together, they form a highly organized, liquid-crystalline structure that serves as the body's primary mechanical and physical barrier against the outside world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eEach component plays a distinct structural role in maintaining this protective barrier:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: normal; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eCeramides (~50% of barrier lipids):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e Ceramides form the structural backbone of the intercellular lipid lamellae. Their long-chain sphingoid bases and fatty acid tails interlock to create dense, organized sheets. This unique hydrophobic structure prevents transepidermal water loss (TEWL) by trapping moisture within the upper layers of the epidermis while shielding lower skin layers from external irritants, allergens, and pathogens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: normal; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eCholesterol (~25% of barrier lipids):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e While ceramides provide structure, cholesterol acts as a critical fluidizing agent. Without cholesterol, ceramide chains would pack together too tightly, creating a rigid, brittle barrier prone to cracking under mechanical stress. Cholesterol inserts itself between ceramide chains, maintaining optimal membrane fluidity, flexibility, and elasticity so the skin can stretch and movement without compromising barrier integrity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: normal; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eFree Fatty Acids (~15% of barrier lipids):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Avenir Next Cyr Medium',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e Free fatty acids—particularly long-chain saturated species like stearic, palmitic, and behenic acid—are vital for maintaining the skin's protective acid mantle (typically pH 4.5–5.5). This acidic environment is crucial for stabilizing the lipid lamellae, supporting normal desquamation (enzymatic shedding of dead skin cells), and inhibiting the overgrowth of pathogenic bacteria.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SNOWBAR","offers":[{"title":"1 oz (28 g)","offer_id":49139851788510,"sku":null,"price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/1489\/1486\/files\/AOgelshopify.png?v=1791512355"}],"url":"https:\/\/snowbar.us\/collections\/all-products.oembed","provider":"SNOWBAR","version":"1.0","type":"link"}