• Rosehip oil

    Also called Rosehip Seed Oil.
    A lightweight, fast-absorbing botanical oil prized in skincare and haircare for repair, glow, and anti-aging benefits.

    INCI: Rosa canina Seed Oil (or Rosa rubiginosa Seed Oil)
    Source: Seeds of wild rose hips
    Color: Golden-orange to deep amber
    Texture: Light, dry oil
    Scent: Mild, earthy
    Comedogenic rating: Low (0–1)

    Price range: KSh 550.00 through KSh 3,500.00

    Rosehip oil

    Price range: KSh 550.00 through KSh 3,500.00
  • Water-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
  • Vitamin 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 lipids

    Price range: KSh 600.00 through KSh 1,200.00

    Vitamin E Acetate

    Price range: KSh 600.00 through KSh 1,200.00
  • Olive Squalane

    Olive Squalane is a highly stable, lightweight, non-greasy emollient derived from olives.
    It mimics the natural squalene found in human sebum, making it exceptionally skin-friendly and fast-absorbing.

    INCI Name: Squalane

    Source: Derived from olive oil (most common)

    Price range: KSh 600.00 through KSh 4,000.00

    Olive Squalane

    Price range: KSh 600.00 through KSh 4,000.00
  • Optiphen Plus

    A widely used broad-spectrum cosmetic preservative system designed to keep skin, hair and body care products safe from microbial contamination (bacteria, yeast, mold), while being free from parabens and formaldehyde/formaldehyde donors.

    INCI: Phenoxyethanol (and) Caprylyl Glycol (and) Sorbic acid

    Form: Clear to slightly yellow liquid

    Type: Broad-spectrum preservative blend used in cosmetic and personal care formulations.

    Price range: KSh 600.00 through KSh 4,200.00

    Optiphen Plus

    Price range: KSh 600.00 through KSh 4,200.00
  • Vegetable Glycerine

    One of the most important and effective humectants in skincare, haircare, and cosmetic formulation.

    It is simple, affordable, and extremely powerful when used correctly.

    INCI: Glycerin

    Origin: Vegetable-derived (soy, palm, coconut)

    Form: Clear, colorless, viscous liquid

    Solubility: Fully water-soluble

  • Grade A Cocoa Butter

    Refined Cocoa Butter is a purified, deodorized version of cocoa butter that maintains its excellent emollient and moisturizing properties while offering a neutral scent and light color for superior stability and consistency in formulations. This vegetable fat is widely used across skincare (for elasticity and stretch marks), hair care (for shine and strength), and as a stable fat in food and pharmaceutical applications.

    Price range: KSh 700.00 through KSh 5,000.00

    Grade A Cocoa Butter

    Price range: KSh 700.00 through KSh 5,000.00
  • Geogard ECT

    Other names: Preservative Eco, Mikrokill ECT, or Plantaserv M

    A broad-spectrum cosmetic preservative system commonly used in skin, hair, and personal care products to protect against bacteria, yeast, and mold and extend shelf life.
    It is popular especially in natural and clean beauty formulations because it’s ECOCERT- and COSMOS-approved and free from parabens, phenoxyethanol, isothiazolinones, and formaldehyde.

    INCI: Benzyl Alcohol (and) Salicylic Acid (and) Glycerin (and) Sorbic Acid

    Typical usage rate 1%

    Price range: KSh 700.00 through KSh 6,300.00

    Geogard ECT

    Price range: KSh 700.00 through KSh 6,300.00
  • Denatured Alcohol

    INCI name: Alcohol Denat.

    Denatured alcohol is ethanol that has been treated with a denaturant to make it undrinkable.

    In cosmetics, it is used for:

    • Fast drying
    • Enhanced penetration
    • A lightweight, non-greasy feel
    • Solubilizing perfumes

    It evaporates quickly and leaves a clean, refreshing finish.

    🔹 Why Formulators Use Denatured Alcohol

    1. Fast-Drying, Lightweight Sensory

    2. Enhances Penetration

    3. Powerful Solvent

    4. Antimicrobial Activity

    Denatured Alcohol

    KSh 700.00
  • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

    C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is a lightweight, dry-feel ester used as an emollient in skincare, suncare, and haircare.

    It is one of the most useful modern emollients in cosmetics.

    It gives formulas a silky, non-greasy finish and improves the spreadability of oils and UV filters.

    🔹 Key Benefits

    ✔ Super lightweight & non-greasy

    ✔ Excellent solubilizer for UV filters

    ✔ Reduces greasiness of heavy oils

    ✔ Improves pigment dispersion

    ✔ Enhances slip & spreadability

  • Olivem 1000

    Olivem 1000 is a natural, self-emulsifying wax derived from olive oil. It’s widely used in skin care formulations — especially creams, lotions, and emulsions — because it creates stable oil-in-water emulsions

    🧪 INCI Name: Cetearyl Olivate (and) Sorbitan Olivate

    🌿 Origin: Derived from olive oil fatty acids and sorbitol — making it biodegradable, PEG-free, and natural (Ecocert/COSMOS approved).

    Function: Emulsifier, Moisturizer, Skin feel modifier.

    Price range: KSh 800.00 through KSh 1,800.00

    Olivem 1000

    Price range: KSh 800.00 through KSh 1,800.00
  • Stainless Steel Bowls

    Stainless Steel Bowls – Durable & Versatile Mixing Solutions

    Upgrade your formulation workspace with our premium Stainless Steel Bowls, perfect for cosmetic formulators, skincare creators, and DIY enthusiasts. Designed for durability, hygiene, and versatility, these bowls make mixing, melting, and blending ingredients effortless.

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