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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
Baobab oil is a luxurious, nutrient-rich oil extracted from the seeds of the baobab tree (Adansonia digitata).
It’s often called the “tree of life” oil because of its incredible skin and hair benefits.
It is highly valued in cosmetic formulations for its moisturizing, healing, anti-aging, and strengthening properties.Price range: KSh 400.00 through KSh 3,000.00Baobab oil
Price range: KSh 400.00 through KSh 3,000.00Rosehip 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 3,500.00Rosehip 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
Gluconolactone
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 700.00Cocamide DEA ( CDE)
A classic ingredient used in many cleansing and foaming formulations
- INCI Name: Cocamide DEA (Diethanolamide)
- Common Name: CDE
Derived from coconut fatty acids and diethanolamine — it’s a nonionic surfactant and foam booster.
💧 Functions in Formulations
- Foam booster: Enhances and stabilizes foam in shampoos and body washes.
- Viscosity builder: Thickens surfactant systems containing SLES or SLS and SCI.
- Emulsifier / Stabilizer: Helps keep oils dispersed in aqueous systems.
- Conditioning agent: Adds a soft after-feel in cleansing products.
Price range: KSh 350.00 through KSh 700.00Cocamide DEA ( CDE)
Price range: KSh 350.00 through KSh 700.00Menthol 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 700.00Menthol Crystals
Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 700.00Stearic Acid
- CAS number: 57-11-4
- INCI name: Stearic Acid
- Appearance: White, waxy solid (flakes or beads)
- Melting point: ~69–70 °C
- Odour: Faint fatty/soapy smell
Stearic acid is a saturated long-chain fatty acid (C18) derived from animal tallow or vegetable oils (such as palm, soy, or coconut).
Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 650.00Stearic Acid
Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 650.00Glycerol Monostearate (GMS)
Glycerol Monostearate (GMS) is a versatile, non-ionic emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickening agent, typically derived from plant oils, which is widely valued across cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food industries for creating stable emulsions and imparting a luxurious, creamy texture and a silky, emollient feel. It effectively blends oil and water, enhances product viscosity, and softens skin by improving its barrier function.
Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 650.00Glycerol Monostearate (GMS)
Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 650.00Vegetable 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
KSh 600.00Vegetable Glycerine
KSh 600.00- Price range: KSh 300.00 through KSh 600.00
Dried rose buds
Price range: KSh 300.00 through KSh 600.00 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
KSh 600.00Water-Soluble Vitamin A Powder
KSh 600.00Allantoin
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 600.00Betaine 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 600.00Betaine Powder
Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 600.00Sodium 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 500.00Rose Water
INCI: Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Rosewater is one of the most widely used hydrosols in cosmetics. It is obtained by steam distillation of rose petals and is prized for its hydrating, soothing, anti-inflammatory, and toning properties, as well as its elegant natural fragrance.
KSh 500.00Rose Water
KSh 500.00
