• 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
  • Dipropylene glycol

    (DPG) is a versatile, clear, colorless, nearly odorless liquid commonly used in cosmetics, personal care products, and industrial applications.

    • INCI name: Dipropylene Glycol
    • Physical appearance: Clear, viscous liquid
    • Solubility: Miscible with water, alcohols, and many organic solvents
    • Odor: Very mild or nearly odorless
    Price range: KSh 500.00 through KSh 2,000.00

    Dipropylene glycol

    Price range: KSh 500.00 through KSh 2,000.00
  • Menthol Crystals

    Applications

    Cosmetic & Skincare:

    • Used in balms, lotions, creams, and aftershaves for a cooling effect

    • Common in lip balms (low concentrations only)

    • Helps relieve itching, irritation, and redness

    Hair Care:

    • Added to shampoos, conditioners, and scalp treatments

    • Stimulates scalp circulation and offers a refreshing feel

    Pharmaceutical:

    • Used in topical pain relievers, throat lozenges, and nasal inhalers

    • Acts as a decongestant and counterirritant

    Other Uses:

    • Aromatherapy: Clears sinuses, promotes alertness

    • Oral care: In mouthwashes, toothpastes, and breath fresheners

    • Industrial: Used in perfumes, flavorings, and cooling gels

    Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 700.00

    Menthol Crystals

    Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 700.00
  • Mandelic Acid

    Recommended Usage Levels

    ApplicationConcentrationNotes
    Daily leave-on products2–10%Adjust pH to 3.5–4.0 for safety
    Professional peel20–40%Short contact time; rinse off
    Wash-off cleansers1–5%For mild exfoliation
    Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 1,000.00

    Mandelic Acid

    Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 1,000.00
  • L-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

    L-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 1,100.00

    L-Ascorbyl Palmitate (LAP)

    Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,100.00
  • L-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 1,100.00

    L-Ascorbyl Palmitate (LAP)

    Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,100.00
  • Kojic 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 1,500.00

    Kojic Acid Dipalmitate

    Price range: KSh 150.00 through KSh 1,500.00
  • N-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 1,500.00

    N-Acetyl-D-Glucosamine (NAG)

    Price range: KSh 150.00 through KSh 1,500.00
  • Sepi 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 5,500.00

    Sepi White

    Price range: KSh 300.00 through KSh 5,500.00
  • Betaine Powder

    • INCI name: Betaine
    • Chemical name: Trimethylglycine
    • Physical form: White, crystalline powder
    • Solubility: Freely soluble in water and glycerin
    • Origin: Naturally derived from sugar beet (Beta vulgaris) — hence the name betaine.

    It’s a zwitterionic molecule — meaning it carries both positive and negative charges — which makes it an osmolyte and humectant with excellent water-binding and compatibility properties.

    Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 600.00

    Betaine Powder

    Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 600.00
  • Minoxidil

    • INCI name: Minoxidil
    • CAS number: 38304-91-5
    • Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
    • Function / Mode of Action: Topically applied minoxidil is used to stimulate hair growth in adult men and women with a certain type of baldness, namely androgenetic alopecia.
    • Typical usage rate: 2% and 5%

    Minoxidil

    KSh 500.00
  • Bromelain Extract

    • INCI Name: Bromelain
    • CAS number: 9001-00-7
    • Appearance: Off-white to light-yellow powder
    • Origin: Derived from pineapple (Ananas comosus) stem or fruit.
    • Function: A mixture of proteolytic (protein‐breaking) enzymes that hydrolyse peptide bonds in proteins.
    • Cosmetic use: Acts as an enzymatic exfoliant: it helps break down dead skin-cell proteins and surface debris, promoting smoother texture and renewal of the skin surface.
    Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,000.00

    Bromelain Extract

    Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,000.00

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