THE GOODNESS INSIDE!

At Lee Stafford we are as passionate about what goes into our amazing products as ensuring they do what we say they are going to do. We pride ourselves in using the best of ingredients available, whether that’s naturally sourced wonder botanicals or the latest in scientific discoveries to get incredible performance. We want to be open and transparent to as to why we use ingredients and what they are in our products for, so indulge your curiosity with our ingredient overview. If you have any questions on ingredients or our formulations please get in touch!

Click an ingredient to see more about what is is used for and which products it is used in.

OUR INGREDIENTS

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AGAVE

Known for its moisturising and gloss enhancing properties

As a cousin to the Aloe Vera, Agave flourishes in harsh desert climates by producing a highly nutritious sugar that maximises every bit of moisture from its surroundings. This keeps the plant hydrated even during prolonged periods of drought. Agave sugars provide the same healing and protection properties for hair by locking in moisture, strengthening the cuticle and essentially healing breakage. A unique ingredient that helps make hair visibly stronger, shinier and healthier.

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AGAVE

Known for its moisturising and gloss enhancing properties

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ALOE VERA

Rich in hair loving vitamins and antioxidants

Algae extract is a natural extract is taken from seaweed. It is a fantastic source of fatty acids which help to strengthen the hair follicle and reduce breakage. Algae is also mineral and protein rich, make it great for supporting the growth of strong healthy hair.

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ALOE VERA

Rich in hair loving vitamins and antioxidants

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APPLE EXTRACT

Known to add shine

Allantoin is a great anti-irritant reducing redness and helping the scalp to feel relieved and refreshed. It nourishes and conditions, helping to relieve or prevent a dry and itchy scalp.

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APPLE EXTRACT

Known to add shine

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ARGAN OIL

Known for topping up moisture levels

First cultivated thousands of years ago, Sweet Almond Oil is extracted from ripe seed kernels after they have been dried, crushed and cold pressed. It has been used in many ancient cultures for their healing and health properties, many of which benefit the hair! As an emollient it softens the texture of hair, making it easier to comb and style so your hair is less prone to breakage and split ends. The high protein and Vitamins A, B and E content also revitalises dull hair to give it that sweet shine.

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ARGAN OIL

Known for topping up moisture levels

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AVOCADO OIL

Renowned for its moisturising benefits

The Aloe Vera plant is commonly found in tropical climates and has been used for centuries as a healing, medicinal plant. The juice is extracted by crushing and grinding the leaf of the Aloe Vera plant, followed by a process of purification and filtering. The end product is full of natural vitamins and enzymes that help remove the dead cells from the scalp, balance out the hair’s pH to retain moisture and promote overall hair health.

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AVOCADO OIL

Renowned for its moisturising benefits

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BIOTIN

Essential B Vitamin, known to promote hair health

Angelica Root Extract is used in scalp and haircare as an anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial. It’s also thought to help boost circulation of the scalp, which in turn means healthier hair.

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BIOTIN

Essential B Vitamin, known to promote hair health

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BLUE PIGMENT

Neutralises orange, brassy tones and create icy, silver-grey shades

An apple a day keeps the doctor away, or so they say! Apples are rich in nutrients including Vitamins A, B2, C, E and biotin. Biotin is often recommended in the diets of people suffering hair loss as it promotes hair growth, strength and thickness.

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BLUE PIGMENT

Neutralises orange, brassy tones and create icy, silver-grey shades

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COCOA

An ancient superfood ingredient rich in antioxidants

Lee Stafford sustainably sources its Argan Oil from local Berber women within Morocco. The kernels are gathered from Moroccan Argan trees that can live as long as 200 years and are hand crushed by the local women using traditional extraction technique

Historically used to drizzle on food, this golden oil also has fantastic skin and hair care benefits. It is brimming with antioxidants and essential fatty acids including Vitamin E and oleic acid which protect, hydrate and condition the skin, scalp, and hair.

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COCOA

An ancient superfood ingredient rich in antioxidants

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CACTUS FLOWER EXRACT

Helps fight flyaways and leave hair smooth, sleek and shiny

Arnica Flower Extract has multiple scalp and hair benefits, it’s best known for it’s anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. It aids in the removal of oil, sebum, dirt and dandruff from the scalp and can help to relieve itchiness too. It can also help to stimulate the follicles to assist in new hair growth.

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CACTUS FLOWER EXRACT

Helps fight flyaways and leave hair smooth, sleek and shiny

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CAFFEINE

Known to stimulate hair follicles at the root to support regrowth

Avocado oil is pressed from the flesh of an avocado, the most well known superfood! The benefits of avocado are never ending… rich in oleic acid and monounsaturated fats, this lightweight oil can penetrate the hair shaft to deeply moisturise the hair from within without weighing hair down. Avocado oil also naturally contains Vitamin E which helps to protect and heal hair from UV damage.

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CAFFEINE

Known to stimulate hair follicles at the root to support regrowth

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COCOA BUTTER

An ancient superfood that helps condition hair and maintain healthy scalp oil production

Cera Alba, more commonly known as Beeswax, is a natural wax produced by honey bees. It’s properties make it perfect for use on all hair types by nourishing, conditioning and softening those locks.

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COCOA BUTTER

An ancient superfood that helps condition hair and maintain healthy scalp oil production

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COCONUT OIL

Rich in Lauric Acid, which helps to protect your hair from breakage

Biotin is a B vitamin that plays an important part in skin, hair and nail health. It doesn’t just help with general hair health, it can also aid hair density, as well as stimulating hair growth.

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COCONUT OIL

Rich in Lauric Acid, which helps to protect your hair from breakage

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CERATINE

Damaged Hair Hero

Bladder Wrack Extract also known as Seaweed Absolute is extracted from Bladder Wrack Seaweed that is harvested from rocky shores around the world. Bladder Wrack is great a great hair care ingredient for calming and nourishing the hair and scalp for maximum hydration and softness.

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CERATINE

Damaged Hair Hero

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CUPUACU SEED BUTTER

Sumptuously rich moisturiser, known to have restorative, reparative powers

Freshly bleached hair looks bright and beautiful but can discolour and go brassy over time. Purple pigments work to counteract yellow tones whereas blue pigments neutralize orange, brassy tones. These pigments deposit on the hair shaft to create icy, silver-grey shades to brighten blondes and achieve a cool, ashy look.

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CUPUACU SEED BUTTER

Sumptuously rich moisturiser, known to have restorative, reparative powers

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GLYCOLIC ACID

Helps remove dead skin cells and product build up from the scalp

Cactus Flower Extract is a natural extract of the flower of Cereus grandifloras. It is a great source of moisture and hydration for the hair while also helping to protect the hair against environmental damage for stronger and healthier hair.

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GLYCOLIC ACID

Helps remove dead skin cells and product build up from the scalp

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GREEN TEA LEAF EXTRACT

Known to protect from heat damage and breakage

Cacti have cleverly adapted to their dry, desert environments to retain as much water as possible within the stem. The cactus stem is therefore a great source of antioxidants, with amazing anti-ageing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also a fantastic ingredient for hair care, giving weightless moisture to quench thirsty hair. The vitamins and nutrients of the juicy cactus also help to replenish and restore hair natural moisture levels, leaving it hydrated and healthy.

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GREEN TEA LEAF EXTRACT

Known to protect from heat damage and breakage

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HYALURONIC ACID

Helps prevent the scalp from becoming dry and flaky

Caffeine isn’t just great for waking you up in the morning, it is effective in promoting hair growth too! By targeting a hair loss causing hormone known as ‘DHT’ in the initial phases of hair growth, Caffeine ensures your hair follicles get all the essential minerals and nutrients required to encourage healthier, stronger hair. Caffeine also helps retain moisture rather than stripping hair of its natural oils, creating a natural shiny sheen to your mane.

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HYALURONIC ACID

Helps prevent the scalp from becoming dry and flaky

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KERATIN

A powerhouse protein and major building block of healthy hair and nails

Sourced from the seeds of the Camellia plant, Camellia Oil is a fast absorbing emollient known for sealing moisture into the hair and softening curl

When blended with Wheat Germ Oil, Wheat Bran Extract and special emollients, this unique mix is proven to protect from humidity, aid shape retention, provide frizz control, strengthen hair, smooth and seal the cuticle.

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KERATIN

A powerhouse protein and major building block of healthy hair and nails

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LEMON EXTRACT

Known to add shine

Canola Oil is known for nourishing the hair and scalp, imparting amazing shine and leaving curls with a frizz free finish. As an emollient, this oil forms a protective layer on the surface of the hair to seal in moisture, help to detangle curls and reduce any damage by allowing your comb to slip through without snagging.

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LEMON EXTRACT

Known to add shine

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LUPINE SEED EXTRACT

Known to nourish and boost strength

Carrageenan is extracted from red algae seaweed and acts as a textural base to make fantastic feeling products. This ingredient creates smooth, creamy textures and ensures your favourite shampoos and conditioners feel luxuriant!

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LUPINE SEED EXTRACT

Known to nourish and boost strength

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MORNINGA SEED

Encourages natural shine to truly glow

Castor Oil is well known for its great hair properties. Not only can it improve the condition of hair by strengthening the follicle to minimise breakage, castor oil can also trap in moisture for hydrated hair! Produced by crushing and pressing the seeds of the Ricinus Communis, Castor Oil also helps boost scalp health through increasing the blood flow, making this ingredient perfect for extra nourishment.

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MORNINGA SEED

Encourages natural shine to truly glow

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NIACINAMIDE

Helps reduce inflammation and lock in moisture

Chamomile extract, taken from dry chamomile flowers, has soothing and conditioning properties which help to strengthen the hair follicle for brighter, healthier hair. The yellow pigment of the flower helps to add a natural glow to blonde and light brown hair whilst also protecting hair from environmental damage.

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NIACINAMIDE

Helps reduce inflammation and lock in moisture

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PRO VITAMIN B5

Known to improve strength, shine and softness

Cocoa Seed Butter is the natural, edible fat extract from the roasted seeds of Theobroma Cacoa, an evergreen tree native to the Americas. It is commonly used in producing chocolate and cocoa powder! Cacoa is also an ancient superfood ingredient known as the ‘food of the gods’, rich in antioxidant and mood enhancing properties. In hair it acts as a fantastic conditioning agent leading to less breakage and split ends in addition to helping to maintain healthy scalp oil production.

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PRO VITAMIN B5

Known to improve strength, shine and softness

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PURPLE PIGMENT

Helps balance, brighten and refresh blonde tones

Cocoa Seed Butter is the natural, edible fat extract from the roasted seeds of Theobroma Cacoa, an evergreen tree native

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PURPLE PIGMENT

Helps balance, brighten and refresh blonde tones

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SHEA BUTTER

Serves up heavyweight moisture with a lightweight feel

Derived from Copra, the dried flesh of a coconut, Coconut Oil famously has a long list of benefits. Deeply nourishing and moisturising , Coconut Oil helps to repair damage, leaving hair feeling healthy and soft with added shine.

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SHEA BUTTER

Serves up heavyweight moisture with a lightweight feel

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STYLING POLYMERS

Helps to lock your style in place

Corn starch is a naturally derived ingredient from the corn kernel with fantastic oil absorbing properties. Corn starch is key for keeping your hair looking cleaner and fresher for longer whilst banishing greasy roots instantly.

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STYLING POLYMERS

Helps to lock your style in place

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SUNFLOWER SEED EXTRACT

Conditions hair without weighing it down, fighting dryness that results in frizz

Creatine is an amino acid derivative identical to the natural creatine occurring in the skin. It has fantastic skin care benefits, is known to help moisturise, reduce potential irritation and soothe skin. Creatine is also a hero ingredient for stressed and damaged hair. It acts as a great source of moisture and helps to improve the condition of hair by smoothing the cuticle making hair feel glossy and sleek.

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SUNFLOWER SEED EXTRACT

Conditions hair without weighing it down, fighting dryness that results in frizz

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VITAMIN E

Rich in antioxidants, to help support healthy hair

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VITAMIN E

Rich in antioxidants, to help support healthy hair

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WHEAT PROTEIN

Helps replenish hair's moisture levels

Dulse extract is taken from Palmaria palmata, a type of seaweed that grows primarily around the Northern Pacific and Atlantic coastlines. It’s high vitamin content makes this the perfect haircare ingredient, helping to protect hair against colour fading and protein damage. In addition, it contains high levels of Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids to stimulate the scalp and help with hair growth.

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WHEAT PROTEIN

Helps replenish hair's moisture levels

VEGAN FRIENDLY PRODUCTS

A lot of our lovely Lee Stafford products are free from animal derived ingredients and are vegan friendly. Some of our products may not be suitable for vegans, this is because they contain animal derived ingredients such as Beeswax, Silk Protein or Lanolin. These are classed as ‘vegetarian friendly.’ We have started to put our new ‘Vegan Friendly’ and ‘Vegetarian friendly’ logo on pack but not all have been up-dated yet. If you would like to know more about this just get in touch.

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AGAINST ANIMAL TESTING

This is a matter very close to our hearts here at Lee Stafford so fear not! You can rest easy and enjoy our lovely products knowing that they are absolutely not tested on animals and are cruelty free. Below is a statement from PETA which covers us as well. “In 2003, the EU responded to the long-standing public campaign against cosmetics tested on animals by introducing a ban on animal testing for cosmetics and toiletries inside the EU – not just for finished products but, critically, for their individual ingredients, too. That ban was introduced in stages and became complete in 2009. As a result, no testing on animals for cosmetics now takes place anywhere in the EU.” There are no grey areas here as it is simply illegal to sell any product or raw material that has been tested on animals. We also commit to not retailing in countries that have the requirement to test on animals.

RECYCLING

We understand how important it is for our planet that the amount of rubbish that ends up in landfill is reduced. We are committed to reducing waste by always using bottles, jars, tubes and caps that can be widely recycled. Always remember to rinse out products before popping in your recycling bin.

When it comes to your delivery, we are also conscious of recyclability. We send out most of our orders in pink bubble bags, because we love pink and also because we want to ensure that all orders are protected and arrive in pristine condition. A lot of bubble bags out there can’t be recycled. But we’ve carefully selected our bubble bags to make sure they can be! As always you need to check your local recycling information to see whether you can add to your normal recycling bin, but don’t worry if not as we’ve had confirmation you can take the pink bubble bags to Tesco’s to be recycled.