Midnight Sun Body Serum
Inspired by summers in the most northern parts of the world, where the sun doesn't set until midnight. A liminal space where lightness envelops the dark for much of the season. From the botanical extracts to the aroma, the formula weaves together both energizing and dreamy plants to speak to the mysteries of this unique phenomenon.
On application, you are treated to a serene stroll through an orchard of ancient magnolias and yuzu trees. A balanced aroma that speaks to the brightness of the sun and the depth of twilight ahead.
This lightweight, creamy body serum absorbs quickly and offers lamellar structures that mirror the skin's lipid barrier for deep hydration. Enriched with an herbal composition of flora found in far north landscapes where midnight sunsets can be witnessed like arnica, bilberry and wild pansy. Each botanical housing an array of nutrients and ultra soothing compounds to encourage skin resiliency.
Scent: Top notes of juicy yuzu that opens up to an enchanting magnolia heart with hints of jasmine, copaiba balsam, lavender and frankincense. Contains 1.3% of added essential oils/aromatic extracts. (Similar aroma as our former Grapefruit & Magnolia Refining Body Oil).
Skin Type: Suitable for most skin types except those who are pregnant, nursing, or sensitive to essential oils. We do not recommend for facial skin due to higher percentage of essential oils.
Texture: A lightweight creamy serum that absorbs quickly for a matte finish. Perfect alone for light hydration or layer under your favorite body oil for the ultimate moisture treatment. (Similar feel as our Ambient Moisture Liquid).
Notes: Valued at $84 due to the cost of ingredients (mainly the essential oils/Co2 extracts used). We have specially priced this offering as a very limited release to create a unique & luxurious body care experience that we hope you love as much as we do.

Midnight Sun Body Serum
Botanical Profile
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Bilberry Seed CO2 extract provides essential fatty acids and antioxidants, particularly anthocyanins, which help to protect the skin from oxidative stress and promote hydration. These compounds support the skin's barrier function, improve elasticity, and reduce inflammation, making it beneficial for maintaining a healthy complexion.
Arnica is rich in helenalin and flavonoids which can provide potent anti-inflammatory and analgesic benefits, making it ideal for soothing bruises and reducing swelling. Its active compounds promote improved blood circulation and accelerated healing of the skin, aiding in the recovery of minor skin irritations and muscle soreness.
Wild Pansy contains methyl-salicylic acid and flavonoids, which provide calming benefits for the skin. These compounds help reduce redness, alleviate irritation, and promote barrier recovery, making it particularly beneficial for sensitive skin.
Snow Mushroom offers a unique polysaccharide composition. Its branched β-glucans create a 3D network capable of holding nearly 500 times its weight in water. This exceptional water-binding ability ensures profound hydration to plump skin cells. Furthermore, it contains antioxidants that help combat free radicals, promoting skin health and radiance.
Marshmallow flowers like the root contain trace amounts of mucilage and polysaccharides along with a range of flavonoids, which provide deep hydration and soothe irritated skin. These compounds work to enhance the skin's moisture retention, reduce inflammation, and support a healthy skin barrier, making them ideal for sensitive and dry skin types.
Frankincense (Boswellia sp.) Resin: Made in-house, our full spectrum extract has remarkable rejuvenating and vibrancy-giving properties. Rich in boswellic acids and terpenes, this extract boasts potent anti-inflammatory effects that help calm irritated skin and reduce redness. It's particularly effective in promoting skin elasticity and firmness by stimulating collagen production, resulting in a smoother complexion. Resin is sourced directly through the sustainable co-op Beeyo Maal in Somalialand.
Phosphatidylcholine (non-GMO sunflower derived, COSMOS approved) benefits the skin by reinforcing its natural lipid barrier, reducing moisture loss, and enhancing protection against environmental factors. Its moisturizing and soothing properties make it effective for softening the skin's surface and reducing irritation. Additionally, it promotes better absorption of other beneficial skincare ingredients while being compatible with a wide range of skin types.
Highly purified phosphatidylcholine and specialized formulation processes create lamellar structures mirroring the skin's lipid matrix: Medium-chain triglycerides, Squalane, Ceramide 3, Phytosterols (from Shea Butter), and Phospoholidids. Collectively it promotes skin barrier recovery while eliminating the need for traditional emulsifiers that can strip away essential skin lipids. The result is a gentle, irritation-free solution that helps maintain a healthy, resilient complexion.
All of the Aloe we use is cold processed and International Aloe Science Council (IASC) Certified. This ensures the integrity and benefits of aloe are received given it is one of the most adulterated ingredients in cosmetics. This special attention to detail ensures that you are receiving the well known soothing benefits of aloe with every application.
Sunflower Seed Oil protects the skin. One of the most effective oils at preventing transdermal water loss (TWL) without clogging pores is due to the high linoleic acid profile of this particular varietal. We source an organic version that is grown and cold-pressed here in the USA.
A soothing aromatic blend of Yuzu (sun safe) essential oil, Magnolia Co2 extract, Jasmine grandiflora and sambac extracts, Copaiba balsam and Lavender essential oil.
Ritual
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Taking deep breaths, massage onto damp or dry skin anytime of day to hydrate this skin.
Can be used alone for light hydration or applied under your favorite body oil for intense moisturization.
Do not apply to open wounds.
Ingredients
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80% Regionally Sourced
aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) juice*^, [helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil*^ & arnica chamissonis flower*^ & viola tricolor (wild pansy) flower*^ & althaea officinalis (marshmallow) leaf/flower*^], accinium myrtillus (bilberry) Co2 extract*, aqua (water), caprylic/capric triglyceride, hydrogenated phosphatidylcholine, tremella fuciformis sporocarp (snow mushroom) extract, frankincense (boswellia carterii) extract#, glycerin*, butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter*#, squalane, ceramide NP, [caprylyl glycol & glyceryl laurate & glyceryl undecylenate], pentylene glycol, copaifera officinalis (copaiba) balsam#, michelia champaca (magnolia) flower Co2 extract, jasminum grandiflorum (jasmine) flower extract*, jasminum sambac (jasmine) flower extract, citrus junos sieb. ex tanaka (yuzu) essential oil, lavandula angustifolia (lavender)*^ essential oil, and rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf Co2 extract*^
*organic | ^regionally sourced | #fair trade/co-op
To foster higher standards of stewardship among the land & people we practice bioregional sourcing. Most ingredients are grown throughout the Pacific West and including our own micro-garden in Oregon.
Products ordered from our site often have a freshness guarantee of 12+ months, refer to the best-by date on the packaging.
If you are pregnant or nursing, consult with your doctor before using herbs. Always do a patch test on your skin before applying it to a large surface. For informational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Size: 120ml Full
I submitted accidentally on my last review without completing. I sent this to my mom as a surprise because she loves your brand so much. She said “ I used just 1-2 squirts on each body part- it was a little bit but it really went on smoothly. Feels like I lathered a ton on because I’m super moisturized. It’s soft and dry. Not sticky ♥️”
I love how easy this serum goes on and absorbs into my skin but you really have to love the smell of pansies. To me the smell is a bit overpowering. I've been a long time user of many Live Botanical products & usually the smells are so calming and quickly dissipate. The pansy smell stays like a perfume would for many hours.
Thank you for your review!
Just a little clarification on the aromatics for others. Pansy in this formula is a whole plant extract and is not an aromatic plant.
Details on the scent & stregth as noted on the product description page:
'Scent: Top notes of juicy yuzu that opens up to an enchanting magnolia heart with hints of jasmine, copaiba balsam, lavender and frankincense. Contains 1.3% of added essential oils/aromatic extracts. (Similar aroma as our former Grapefruit & Magnolia Refining Body Oil).'
'Skin Type: Suitable for most skin types except those who are pregnant, nursing, or sensitive to essential oils. We do not recommend for facial skin due to higher percentage of essential oils.'
The scent and formula are incredible! The floral scent is very sophisticated and not overpowering. It applies like a dream, too. I only bought one during its release and when I went back to get another, it was sold out. Please bring it back! It’s a great body serum!
I purchased Midnight Sun because I truly enjoy the hydration and aroma from the Ambient Moisture Liquid and since this body serum is similar I was just curious to see how it would hold up. And wow! I am so glad I purchased it. It provides deep hydration and without making me oily. It absorbs really quickly and smells divine. And now that it sold out so quickly I wish I ordered more than one.