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Caffeine Extract
Key Benefits for Skin:
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Reduces puffiness / under-eye bags – constricts blood vessels, reduces fluid retention
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Improves microcirculation – enhances oxygen and nutrient delivery
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Antioxidant protection – protects against UV and free radical damage
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Firming & tightening – temporarily improves skin texture and smoothness
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Supports cellulite appearance reduction – boosts subcutaneous fat breakdown (lipolysis)
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Anti-inflammatory – calms irritation
Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 1,000.00Caffeine Extract
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Centella Asiatica extract
Benefits:
Anti-inflammatory: helps reduce redness, calm irritated or sensitive skin.Improves wound healing, scar repair: stimulates collagen production supports tissue regeneration.
Improves hydration and barrier support: helps strengthen the skin barrier and reduce transepidermal water loss.
Antioxidant effects: scavenges free radicals.
Price range: KSh 150.00 through KSh 1,200.00Centella Asiatica extract
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Cucumber Extract
Applications:
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Hydrating serums and creams
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Soothing gels or masks
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After-sun or sensitive skin products
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Facial toners and lotions
Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 800.00Cucumber Extract
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Keramare
Primary Uses in Haircare:
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Repair & Rebuild Hair Structure
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Regenerates the internal (cortical) structure of damaged hair.
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Improve Shine / Appearance
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Enhances hair’s ability to reflect light, giving glossy shine.
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Thermal Protection
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Shields hair from heat damage (e.g., blow-drying, straightening).
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Long-Lasting Effect
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Sequential-release matrix allows prolonged contact of actives with hair, improving deposition and efficacy.
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Strengthening
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Reinforces the internal structure of the hair fiber.
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Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,800.00Keramare
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Chamomile extract
🌼 Benefits in Skincare
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Soothes irritated or sensitive skin: Calms redness and reduces inflammation, helpful for rosacea-prone or reactive skin.
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Anti-inflammatory: Supports eczema, dermatitis, and after-sun care.
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Antioxidant protection: Shields skin from environmental stress.
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Mild brightening: Apigenin helps gently even out skin tone.
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Wound healing support: Bisabolol promotes skin repair.
Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 800.00Chamomile extract
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Seaweed Extract
Key Skin Benefits
1. Deep Hydration
Seaweed contains polysaccharides (alginate, carrageenan) that bind water and maintain hydration.
2. Anti-inflammatory & Soothing
Reduces redness, irritation, and sensitivity. Perfect for:
Acne skin
Sunburn
Barrier-damaged skin
3. Anti-aging
Rich in antioxidants
Helps improve firmness and elasticity
Supports collagen production
4. Oil Control & Detox
Especially brown seaweed (fucus) helps reduce excess sebum and tighten pores.
5. Brightening
Some species (e.g., red algae) improve tone and reduce dullness.
Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,000.00Seaweed Extract
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Snail Filtrate Extract
Key Benefits
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Deep Hydration
Contains hyaluronic acid, glycoproteins, and proteoglycans that draw moisture into the skin and maintain long-lasting hydration. -
Skin Repair & Regeneration
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Anti-Aging
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Brightening
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Soothing
Ideal for sensitive, irritated, or acne-prone skin.
Price range: KSh 180.00 through KSh 1,500.00Snail Filtrate Extract
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Tumeric Extract
Skin Benefits
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Brightening: Reduces dark spots, evens out skin tone, and helps with dullness.
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Anti-inflammatory: Soothes irritated or inflamed skin; good for acne-prone skin.
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Antioxidant: Protects skin from free radicals and slows visible signs of aging.
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Antimicrobial: Helps reduce acne-causing bacteria.
Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 800.00Tumeric Extract
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Korean Ginseng Extract
Benefits for Skin
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Anti-aging: Rich in antioxidants that reduce wrinkles and fine lines and increases collagen synthesis.
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Brightening: Helps fade dullness and improves skin tone and radiance.
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Anti-inflammatory & Soothing: Calms irritated or stressed skin.
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Revitalizing: Improves circulation for a healthy glow.
Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 800.00Korean Ginseng Extract
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Saw Palmetto Extract
Benefits for Hair
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Natural DHT Blocker – helps reduce the conversion of testosterone to DHT, supports reduced hair fall and stronger follicles. Common in anti-hair-loss serums and tonics.
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Supports Hair Regrowth – maintains healthy follicle function; works best with caffeine, rosemary extract, niacinamide, peptides, or pumpkin seed oil.
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Reduces Scalp Inflammation – soothes irritation, especially around weakened follicles.
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Strengthens Roots – improves nutrient supply around the follicle base.
Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,200.00Saw Palmetto Extract
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Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,200.00Coconut Milk Extract
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Oat Milk Extract
Oat Milk Extract is a beautifully soothing and skin-conditioning ingredient, ideal for sensitive, dry, or irritated skin.
Oat extract adds a luxurious, calming feel to skincare.INCI Name: Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
🌾Composition & Active Compounds
- Beta-glucans → powerful skin-soothing polysaccharides that enhance hydration and barrier repair
- Avenanthramides → unique anti-inflammatory and anti-itch molecules
- Lipids & proteins → strengthen and nourish the skin barrier
- Phenolic antioxidants → protect against oxidative stress
Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,200.00Oat Milk Extract
Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,200.00