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Hyaluronic Acid
Cosmetic Applications
Hydrating serums and essences
Creams and lotions
Sheet masks
Eye creams and gels
After-sun and soothing products
Hair conditioners and serums (for shine and softness)
Formulation Guidelines
Use Level: 0.1–2% (depending on molecular weight and product type)
Phase: Add to the water phase before emulsification or during cool-down if delicate
pH Range: 4.5–7.0
Solubility: Fully water-soluble; stir slowly to prevent clumpingPrice range: KSh 550.00 through KSh 4,800.00Hyaluronic Acid
Price range: KSh 550.00 through KSh 4,800.00Arrowroot powder
Common Applications
Deodorant balms and creams
Face and body powders
Lotions, body butters, and creams
Makeup (finishing or setting powders)
Dry shampoos
Baby powders
Formulation Guidelines
Typical Use Level: 1–10% (up to 20% in dry powders)
Phase: Add to the oil phase for creams or blend in the cool-down phase as a powder
pH Range: Stable between 4.0–8.0
Compatibility: Works well with natural and synthetic emulsifiers, clays, and waxesPrice range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 750.00Arrowroot powder
Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 750.00Glycolic acid
INCI Name: Glycolic Acid
Appearance: Colorless, odorless crystalline solid or clear solution
pH Stability: Active below pH 4 (typically 3.0–4.0 in cosmetic use)
Solubility: Freely soluble in water and alcoholsPrice range: KSh 150.00 through KSh 1,400.00Glycolic acid
Price range: KSh 150.00 through KSh 1,400.00Glutathione
INCI Name: Glutathione
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Solubility: Freely soluble in water (unstable in strong acid or base)
Optimal pH: 5.0–7.0 for maximum stabilityPrice range: KSh 400.00 through KSh 1,200.00Glutathione
Price range: KSh 400.00 through KSh 1,200.00Panthenol (Provitamin B5) Powder
Panthenol (also known as Provitamin B5) is a powerful moisturizing and soothing ingredient used in skin, hair, and nail care formulations. It’s one of the most versatile actives in cosmetics — gentle, effective, and compatible with nearly all types of formulations.
- INCI name: Panthenol
- Appearance: white powder
- Solubility: Freely soluble in water, ethanol, and propylene glycol
- pH stability: Most stable between 4.0 – 7.0
Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,500.00Panthenol (Provitamin B5) Powder
Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,500.00Allantoin
Allantoin is a gentle, multifunctional skincare ingredient prized for its soothing, healing, and moisturizing properties — making it a favorite in both cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations.
- INCI name: Allantoin
- Appearance: White, odorless crystalline powder
- Solubility: Slightly soluble in water (≈ 0.5% at room temperature; better in hot water)
- pH stability range: 4.0–8.0 (best activity around 5.0–6.5)
Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 600.00Allantoin
Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 600.00L-Ascorbyl Palmitate (LAP)
INCI: Ascorbyl Palmitate
Chemical name: L-Ascorbic acid 6-palmitate
CAS No.: 137-66-6Form: White to slightly yellow crystalline powder
Solubility: Oil-solubleL-Ascorbyl Palmitate (LAP) is an ester of Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) and palmitic acid, designed to make Vitamin C lipid-soluble and more stable for use in creams, serums, and emulsions.
Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,100.00L-Ascorbyl Palmitate (LAP)
Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,100.00L-Ascorbyl Palmitate (LAP)
- INCI: Ascorbyl Palmitate
- Chemical name: L-Ascorbic acid 6-palmitate
- CAS No.: 137-66-6
- Form: White to slightly yellow crystalline powder
- Solubility: Oil-soluble
- Cosmetic Applications: Facial creams / serums, Sunscreens / after-sun care, Body lotions, Hair oils / serums,
Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,100.00L-Ascorbyl Palmitate (LAP)
Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,100.00Kojic Acid Dipalmitate
- INCI name: Kojic Acid Dipalmitate
- CAS No.: 79725-98-7
- Chemical nature: An esterified, oil-soluble derivative of Kojic Acid (it’s Kojic Acid + two palmitic acid chains).
- Appearance: White to off-white powder or flakes
- Solubility: Oil-soluble
- Usage level: 1–3 %
- Incorporation temp. 80–85 °C
Stability: pH 4–8 - Function: Brightening agent, antioxidant
- Compatibility: Niacinamide, N-Acetyl Glucosamine, Vitamin E, Sepiwhite MSH
Price range: KSh 150.00 through KSh 1,500.00Kojic Acid Dipalmitate
Price range: KSh 150.00 through KSh 1,500.00N-Acetyl-D-Glucosamine (NAG)
- INCI name: N-Acetyl-D-Glucosamine
- Appearance: White crystalline or powder form
- Solubility: Freely soluble in water
- Skin Benefits: moisturizer, brightener, Barrier Repair, Exfoliation Support, and anti-aging ingredient.
- Clinical studies show that a combination of 2% N-acetyl glucosamine + 4% niacinamide significantly reduces hyperpigmentation and improves skin tone in 8 weeks.
Price range: KSh 150.00 through KSh 1,500.00N-Acetyl-D-Glucosamine (NAG)
Price range: KSh 150.00 through KSh 1,500.00Sepi White
- INCI Name: Undecylenoyl Phenylalanine
- Function & Mechanism: The key biological effect here: by inhibiting the binding of α-MSH to its receptor on melanocytes, it reduces the downstream signalling that leads to melanin synthesis. This helps reduce hyperpigmentation, age spots, uneven skin tone.
- Recommended use levels: 0.2% up to 2%
Price range: KSh 300.00 through KSh 5,500.00Sepi White
Price range: KSh 300.00 through KSh 5,500.00Betaine Powder
A premium, sugar-beet-derived humectant designed for a silky, non-sticky finish. Our Natural Betaine Powder is a versatile texture enhancer that provides long-lasting hydration for both skin and hair. Perfect for high-end facial serums, lightweight lotions, and conditioning hair mists, it improves “slip” and leaves the skin feeling soft and rejuvenated.
Best For: Oil-free serums, silky lotions, and scalp-friendly shampoos.
Key Action: Enhances skin-feel and provides weightless moisture.
Formulation: 100% water-soluble; effective at low concentrations.
Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 600.00Betaine Powder
Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 600.00
