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Tens’Up™ Active
- Tens Up Active is a cosmetic ingredient used in skincare for instant lifting and tightening.
- Tens’Up™ is a natural tensor active made from cytimus extract + hydrolyzed polysaccharides.
- It is designed to give the skin a quick, visible tightening effect while also providing long-term anti-aging benefits.
Main Benefits
1. Instant lifting effect (within minutes)
Smooths fine lines
Makes skin feel firmer
Ideal for “quick lift” serums, eye gels and primers2. Long-term anti-aging
Boosts collagen synthesis
Improves skin elasticity over time.3. Soft, silky feel on the skin
Works well under makeup
Provides a tightening but non-sticky finish.Price range: KSh 150.00 through KSh 1,500.00Tens’Up™ Active
Price range: KSh 150.00 through KSh 1,500.00Melavoid Extracts
Melavoid® is a standardized cosmetic active ingredient derived from the roots of Boerhavia diffusa (also called Punarnava).
It is commonly used in skincare for brightening, reducing hyperpigmentation, and evening out skin tone.
Key Benefits
1. Reduces Hyperpigmentation
Targets melanogenesis at its early stages.
Helps reduce dark spots, melasma, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.2. Brightens the Overall Complexion
Promotes a more uniform, radiant skin tone.
Works gently without causing irritation.3. Balances Skin Tone
Reduces uneven coloration and patchiness.4. Gentle & Suitable for All Skin Types
Plant-derived, non-irritating, and safe for sensitive skin.Price range: KSh 300.00 through KSh 3,000.00Melavoid Extracts
Price range: KSh 300.00 through KSh 3,000.00Sodium PCA
A powerful humectant and a key component of the skin’s Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF).
It’s widely used in hydrating, barrier-repair, and sensitive-skin formulations.
INCI: Sodium PCA
Solubility: Water soluble
Form: White crystalline powder
Water solubility: ✔ Fully water-soluble
KSh 500.00Sodium PCA
KSh 500.00Ceramides
A premium, skin-identical lipid designed to support a resilient and hydrated skin barrier. Ceramide NP is a powerful active for dry and dehydrated skin, helping to lock in moisture and improve the appearance of skin elasticity. Ideal for sensitive-skin moisturizers, anti-aging serums, and post-exfoliation treatments, this water-soluble active ensures your skin feels soft, smooth, and revitalized.
Best For: Barrier maintenance, intense hydration, and sensitive skin support.
Key Action: Restores moisture appearance and improves skin firmness.
Formulation: Highly concentrated; effective at very low usage levels.
KSh 800.00Ceramides
KSh 800.00Striover
A high-potency, plant-based active designed to enhance skin firmness and smooth the appearance of surface textures. Our Astragalus & Codonopsis complex is the ultimate choice for body-toning and sculpting formulations. Perfect for improving the look of skin elasticity and density, this versatile extract leaves the skin feeling resilient, toned, and visibly rejuvenated.
Best For: Body-sculpting creams, post-pregnancy routines, and firming serums.
Key Action: Enhances the appearance of skin-surface resilience and tone.
Quality: 100% water-soluble; botanical alternative to invasive treatments.
Price range: KSh 300.00 through KSh 3,000.00Striover
Price range: KSh 300.00 through KSh 3,000.00Hydrafence
Claims & Benefits:
Long-lasting Hydration – Provides up to 120 hours of moisture.
Reinforces Skin Barrier – Reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and helps skin recover.
Stimulates Ceramide Production – Improves skin cohesion and resilience.
Soothing & Protective – Works internally (on skin processes) and externally (barrier protection).
Improves Smoothness – Leaves skin soft and supple.
Price range: KSh 230.00 through KSh 2,000.00Hydrafence
Price range: KSh 230.00 through KSh 2,000.00Keranutri
When to Use Keranutri™:
Use Keranutri™ in hair formulations to achieve:Stronger, more resilient hair
Thicker feel or appearance
Repair from damage (heat, chemical, styling)
Long-term protective benefits due to sustained release
Better manageability (less frizz, more shine, easier combing)
Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,800.00Keranutri
Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,800.00Gluconolactone
A fantastic multifunctional ingredient, used in both skincare and haircare for gentle exfoliation, hydration, and antioxidant protection.
INCI Name: Gluconolactone
Gluconolactone is a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) — a gentler cousin of AHAs (like glycolic or lactic acid).
It’s derived from gluconic acid, which in turn comes from the fermentation of glucose (often from corn or sugar).
When applied to the skin, it gradually hydrolyzes to release gluconic acid, providing mild exfoliating action without irritation.
Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 700.00Gluconolactone
Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 700.00Vitamin E Acetate
One of the most popular antioxidants in skincare and cosmetic formulations
INCI Name: Tocopheryl Acetate
Common name: Vit E
Vitamin E acetate is the esterified, more stable form of Vitamin E (Tocopherol).
It’s less reactive to oxidation, which makes it ideal for extending shelf life and protecting skin lipidsPrice range: KSh 600.00 through KSh 1,200.00Vitamin E Acetate
Price range: KSh 600.00 through KSh 1,200.00Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate (PAD)
A multifunctional skincare ingredient derived from azelaic acid and glycine (an amino acid).
- INCI name: Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate
- Common Name: Liquid Azelaic acid
A water-soluble derivative of azelaic acid that’s neutralized with potassium and combined with glycine, improving both solubility and skin tolerance.
Price range: KSh 260.00 through KSh 2,500.00Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate (PAD)
Price range: KSh 260.00 through KSh 2,500.00Water-Soluble Vitamin A Powder
Water-Soluble Vitamin A Powder is a cosmetic- and nutraceutical-grade form of vitamin A (retinol or its derivatives) that has been encapsulated or modified to allow dispersion in water-based formulations — something pure vitamin A normally cannot do since it’s fat-soluble.
General Overview
Property Description
- Common INCI Names: Retinyl Palmitate, Retinyl Acetate, Retinol, or Vitamin A (Encapsulated / Water-Soluble)
- Appearance: Fine white to off-white powder
- Solubility: Dispersible or soluble in water, depending on formulation type.
- Typical Concentration 0.1–1% (cosmetics); dosage varies for supplements
pH Stability Range Around 5–7 preferred
Storage Cool, dark, airtight container; sensitive to light, heat, and oxygen
KSh 600.00Water-Soluble Vitamin A Powder
KSh 600.00
