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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 1,200.00Yellow Castor oil
Typical Usage Rates
Hair oils/serums — 5–50% (often blended with lighter oils)
Creams & lotions — 1–10%
Balms & pomades — 10–40%
Soaps — 5–10% (boosts lather)
Formulation Tips
Blend with grapeseed, sunflower, jojoba, or squalane to reduce heaviness
Works well with essential oils (good solubilizing capacity)
KSh 1,200.00Yellow Castor oil
KSh 1,200.00Baobab oil
A luxurious, 100% natural botanical oil designed to enhance skin firmness and hair luster. Our Baobab Oil is a nutrient-rich “superfood” for the skin, providing weightless hydration and smoothing the appearance of fine lines. Perfect for revitalizing dry strands and promoting a radiant, even-looking complexion, this silky oil is an essential for formulators seeking professional, high-performance results.
Best For: Mature skin, dry hair, and barrier-support formulations.
Key Action: Enhances skin elasticity appearance and adds vibrant hair shine.
Quality: Cold-pressed; rich in Omega fatty acids and natural vitamins.
Price range: KSh 400.00 through KSh 3,000.00Baobab oil
Price range: KSh 400.00 through KSh 3,000.00Rosehip oil
A lightweight, 100% natural botanical oil designed to restore radiance and smooth skin texture. Our Rosehip Seed Oil is a powerhouse of essential fatty acids, making it the ultimate choice for brightening dull skin and managing the appearance of fine lines. Perfect for non-greasy facial serums and revitalizing hair oils, it leaves the skin feeling silky, firm, and visibly refreshed.
Best For: Dull complexions, mature skin, and oily/combination types.
Key Action: Enhances glow and refines skin surface appearance.
Quality: Cold-pressed, fast-absorbing “dry oil” profile.
Price range: KSh 550.00 through KSh 3,500.00Rosehip oil
Price range: KSh 550.00 through KSh 3,500.00Papain Extract
- INCI Name: Papain
- CAS number: 9001-73-4
- Other name: Papain enzyme (papaya extract)
- Appearance: White to off-white powder.
- Cosmetic use: it acts as an enzymatic exfoliant — breaking down dead skin-cell proteins (keratin etc.) to accelerate skin renewal.
- Additional claimed benefits: smoother skin texture, brighter appearance, possibly assisting in de-clogging pores and promoting gentle exfoliation without mechanical abrasion.
Price range: KSh 550.00 through KSh 1,000.00Papain Extract
Price range: KSh 550.00 through KSh 1,000.00Green Tea Extract
Green tea is one of the most loved and well-researched natural ingredients in skincare and haircare.
It offers powerful antioxidant, soothing, and anti-aging benefits — and works beautifully alongside actives like niacinamide, glucosides, and azelaic derivatives.INCI Name: Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Derived from the leaves of the tea plant (Camellia sinensis).
It contains a rich blend of bioactives:Polyphenols (catechins) — especially EGCG (Epigallocatechin gallate) → potent antioxidant
Flavonoids & tannins → astringent, anti-inflammatory
Amino acids (theanine) → soothing and moisturizing
Vitamins (B, C, E) and minerals
Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 800.00Green Tea Extract
Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 800.00
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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
KSh 600.00Water-Soluble Vitamin A Powder
KSh 600.00Ethylhexyl Triazone
- Ethylhexyl Triazone (also known as Uvinul® T 150) is a highly efficient, oil-soluble organic UV filter commonly used in sunscreens and cosmetic formulations.
- INCI Name: Ethylhexyl Triazone
- Trade Name: Uvinul® T 150 (by BASF)
- Appearance: crystalline powder or viscous liquid
- Solubility: Oil-soluble (insoluble in water)
- Typical Use Level: 0.5–5%
- Formulation Type: Oil phase of emulsions (O/W or W/O), sunscreens, day creams, and makeup with SPF.
🧪 Function: Ethylhexyl Triazone is a UVB filter with an exceptionally high absorbance in the 290–330 nm range, providing strong protection against sunburn and UV-induced skin damage.
Price range: KSh 300.00 through KSh 3,000.00Ethylhexyl Triazone
Price range: KSh 300.00 through KSh 3,000.00Hyaluronic 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 750.00Kojic acid
Common Applications
Brightening serums
Dark-spot correctors
Lotions and creams for melasma
Soaps and cleansers (at low concentrations)
Formulation Guidelines
Typical Use Level: 1–2% (up to 3% max for leave-on products)
pH Range: 4.0–6.0
Compatibility: Excellent with niacinamide, glutathione, tranexamic acid, panthenol, and allantoin
Avoid: Very low pH (<3.5) and high temperatures, which can cause oxidation and browning
Stability Aids: Use antioxidants such as sodium metabisulfite or ascorbyl palmitate, and store in opaque packagingPrice range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 800.00Kojic acid
Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 800.00Tranexamic acid
Common Applications
Brightening serums and toners
Melasma treatment creams
Post-acne hyperpigmentation correctors
Soothing and recovery skincare products
Formulation Guidelines
Typical Use Level: 2–5% (commonly 3%)
Solubility: Water soluble
Add Phase: Cool-down phase (<50 °C)
pH Range: 5.0–7.0 (best around 5.5–6.0)
Compatibility: Works well with niacinamide, glutathione, panthenol, allantoin, and hyaluronic acid
Avoid Combining With: Strong acids (e.g., glycolic, lactic) or very low pH systems (<4.5)
Stability Tips: Store in opaque packaging; can be stabilized with antioxidants such as ascorbyl palmitate
Safety Profile
Non-irritating, non-sensitizing, and safe for long-term use. Suitable for sensitive and post-inflammatory skin. Dermatologically approved for daily use in cosmetic concentrations.Price range: KSh 400.00 through KSh 3,500.00Tranexamic acid
Price range: KSh 400.00 through KSh 3,500.00Azelaic acid
INCI Name: Azelaic Acid
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Solubility: Poorly soluble in water; better solubility in propylene glycol, ethanol, or with solubilizers
pH Stability: Stable in pH 4.0–5.5 formulationsPrice range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,500.00Azelaic acid
Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,500.00Glycolic 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 1,200.00Niacinamide
- Other names: Vitamin B3 ; nicotinamide
It is one of the most research-backed, multitasking actives in skincare and hair care.
It supports barrier repair, oil balance, brightening, and anti-aging, and is suitable for all skin types, even sensitive skin. - INCI name: Niacinamide
- Appearance: White, crystalline powder
- Solubility: Freely soluble in water, glycerin, and ethanol
- pH stability: Best between 5.0–7.0
- Heat stability: Good; therefore avoid prolonged heating above 70 °C
Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 1,000.00Niacinamide
Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 1,000.00- Other names: Vitamin B3 ; nicotinamide
Panthenol (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 600.00
