itiba , a labor of love to the people of the world, is located on St. Croix in the United States Virgin Islands. At itiba, LLC it is our desire to share with the world the wonderful rich plants and flowers of our island home. Come partake in the wonderful Caribbean Experience that we have been doing for hundreds of years, through the products of itiba ...healthy, beautiful skin!
itiba is a force of nature that came into being in 2009 from the creative mind of owner Yoki K Hanley. Yoki decided that it was time the rest of the world came to know about her island home of St. Croix.
We use the very best and purest ingredients nature can offer. Natural ingredients like:
These Caribbean creations contain NO animal by products, NO fillers, NO harsh chemicals and NO parabens or phthalates. Feel safe and confident using any of the body care products created by itiba, LLC
Come...return to the past of wonderful herbs, plant oils and fragrances and step into your present and future of wonderful skin! Experience what the Caribbean can offer and relax as mother Earth - itiba - takes care of your skin!
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itiba, LLC carries six wonderful fragrances that will be sure to captivate and enchant you. All fragrances, except Papaya, were created by Yoki K Hanley specifically for itiba, LLC.
Carib Lime ~ A Caribbean scent that infuses our local limes with lemongrass and other citrus essences creating a refreshing, exhilarating aroma that brings the Caribbean Sunshine into your day! Made with 100% essential oils.
MidNite Rain ~ A combination of fragrance and essential oils, this scent will awaken the senses and cleanse the mind, just like a midnight rain on a warm Caribbean night!
Crucian Spice ~ A sensuous, enchanting, inspiring scent! It will take you back to the yesteryear of the Caribbean when life was simple and you lived on what Mother Earth (itiba) provided you.
Island Rose ~ Only the Rose of the Caribbean can enchant and rejuvenate the soul! Allow this fragrance to calm you and bring forth your sensuality for life! Made with 100% essential oils.
Papaya ~ This wonderful fruit is a prized treasure within the Caribbean. Sweet, delicious and intoxicating, this scent is one that is sure to satiate and satisfy your senses.
Sea Lavender ~ The gentle breeze rolls off the Caribbean Sea while the calming, relaxing fragrance of lavender envelopes you. One is a force of Nature, the other a gift from the Earth; both creating Beauty within this soothing fragrance. Made with 100% essential oils.
Aloe Vera has been used since ancient times because of its ability to heal and soothe the skin. You will find this wonderful, healing plant in most of itiba's products. From the body lotions to the body sprays this tropical plant will aid in cleansing, soothing and relaxing the skin.
Mango and Shea Butters are renowned for their moisturizing and protective qualities. Shea Butter contains vitmains A & E and when combined with Mango Butter also helps to alleviate sunburned skin. Both butters allow for a small degree of sun protection.
Jojoba Oil reduces wrinkles and stretch marks. A liquid wax rather than an oil, Jojoba Oil leaves a non-greasy feel to the skin and penetrates the pores and hair follicles to rapidly reduce water loss. It is the only vegetable oil that closely matches the sebum our skin produces.
Avocado Oil is an emollient that has high concentrations of vitamins A, D &E and also soothes sensitive skin. This oil helps to keep the skin moist and smooth as well as treat minor skin irritations.
Coconut Oil is also an emollient that helps to smooth and moisturize the skin. This has been a staple in many Caribbean homes over the generations and it is evident in their radiant skin!
Rice Bran Oil is rich in fatty acids and anti-oxidants. This oil is ideal in formulations for mature and sensitive skin.
Babassu Oil is from a Brazilian Babassu Palm Tree. The oil is pressed from the ripened nuts of this palm tree. This oil is very similar to coconut oil. Babassu oil is an emollient, penetrates quickly into the skin and does not leave a greasy after feel.
At itiba, LLC we strive to bring you the very best in natural, vegetable based skin care products. We guarantee the quality and freshness of the products as they are made in small batches and shipped when ready. Please take that into account when placing orders. All products are made on island and we do ship overseas as well to the United States. Shipping is done via USPS Priority Mail. itiba, LLC handles special orders, private labels, custom formulations and wholesale orders.
Yoki K Hanley is available to do soapmaking workshops, lotion making workshops or general skin care workshops as well. To find out more, you may contact her by using any of the following methods:
Please contact us and tell us your comments, stories or to inquire about what we can do for you. You can reach us toll free at
1-888-551-5775
or email us at
contactus_itibabeauty.com
You can write to us at
itiba, LLC
PO Box 2567
Kingshill VI 00851-2567
We accept most major credit cards and checks through PayPal
I encourage you to visit these websites and take the time to get to know my beautiful island of St. Croix...nestled here within the lovely, azure blue waters of the Caribbean Sea.
Per Ankh
Soul Indigo
NUWomanRising
CHANT (Crucian Heritage And Nature Tourism)
hopegibson: one of a kind jewelry
Mt. Pellier Domino Club St. Croix
Mill Point St. Croix - Luxury Vacation Villa
St. Croix Lime
Carrington's Inn
Eshun Design Co
Faciano
Join itiba's FaceBook Fan Page here to keep up on all the latest happenings including special Fan Only Promos and Specials!
itiba (Mother Earth) encourages you to find ways of giving back and making our community stronger for the next generation to come. In the principle of Sankofa, we must each take a gem from our past and bring it with us into our present so that its light will continue to shine for our future!
One such organization is Heal A Woman to Heal A Nation, Inc. This organization is located in Baltimore, MD, but itiba wants to applaud them for the work they are doing in helping women to achieve their true potential and worth.
If you know of a worthy non profit organization that should be highlighted on itiba's Spirit of Sankofa page, send us an email and we will check it out. Once approved, they will get a listing here for two months!
Noteworthy Non Profits that are making a true difference here on St. Croix and through out the world. Please show your support by donating and/or spreading the word. These are all itiba approved!
Per Ankh Institute ~ Per Ankh is an US IRS 501©(3) non-profit and non-governmental organization livicated to providing educational, cultural, environmental, social, holistic health & wellness, artistic, spiritual & other naturalistic resources and supports that positively contribute to the comprehensive improvement & sustainable development of our local, national and global communities.
NUWOMANRising LIVEUP! ~ is a healthcare service and community outreach initiative of Per Ankh, Inc. a 501C3 organization committed to culture, healing, arts, technology and spirituality for life, inspiration, freedom and education=CHATS4LIFE!
KWANZAA365 ~ A return to the "village mentality" KWANZAA365, Inc. serves as a volunteer organization/partner with various organizations and individuals, practicing the principle of Unity, Collective Work & Responsibility, Cooperative Economics and more in providing culturally relevant and edu-taining experiences for the youth in the Virgin Islands helping to raise self esteem and encouraging them to become better leaders of tomorrow.KWANZAA365, Inc. works through Per Ankh, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non profit & non-governmental organization.
Sankofa Saturdays ~ Passing on the torch of culture bearing and preserving (traditions and values) through experiences in the arts, cultural education and community service.
Helping Children Around the World Foundation ~ Helping Children Around the World Foundation is a volunteer humanitarian organisation dedicated to the children around the world. Helping those that are unable to help themselves, building up families and communities, and providing opportunities that would otherwise not be available.
In The News...
Since 2008 itiba has been doing some great things in and for the community. Take a rest here and find out all that itiba's products has been! Perhaps you have even been to a few of them. While I am proud of all the non profit work that itiba has been doing and will continue to do, there has been a couple of wonderful promotional write ups and events that I am particularly proud of as well.
2009
2010
2008
October 8th
St. George Village
Botanical Garden's
Grow & Learn Program
"Use of Plant Extracts & Oils"
2009 Vision Awards001.pdf
NBA Wives_Behind The Bench Conference 2010 .doc
2011
Screen Actors Guild Awards
Grammy Awards
NBA Players Support Group
August 2009 held in Chicago, Ill; gift bag participant (Toi Crawford & Associates was the event planner/marketing director)
2010 Academy Awards Gift Bag featuring MidNite Rain Body Lotion
Launch of The Jane Carter Solution Party (gift bags)
Meylah
St. Croix Source
DIY Shopping Tours
Atlanta Fashion Week 2010
Top Button Tours 2010
Michelle O Brunch 2010
Stop The Bleeding Concert(St. Croix, US Virgin Islands)
2010 HWHN Conference Gift Bags (MD & STX)
Sister 2 Sister Gala (November, 2010)
Alicia Keys Baby Basket
Ellen DeGeneres Gift Basket
Panache JaMagazine Launch of Print Magazine (June 2010 held in Jamaica, WI)
NubiaMag.com
Learn It Program
Summer 2009
Worked with the Virgin Islands Dept. of Education's Cultural Education Division to hold several soap making classes in local elementary public schools.
