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Manual Lotion Filling Machine 20L Hopper
A manual lotion filling machine is a tabletop stand-alone device used to dispense lotion and other viscous liquids such as shower gels, shampoos and creams into bottles or containers by manual operation.
These machines are ideal for startups, small batches, cosmetic producers, home-based businesses, or anyone wanting precise filling without automatic equipment.Features:
Our Hoppers at Formulators Haven are 20L in capacity and come fitted with a scale for precise product quantity filling.
KSh 32,000.00Manual Lotion Filling Machine 20L Hopper
KSh 32,000.0020L Wax Melter
20L Wax Melter – Professional Wax Melting Pot for Cosmetic & Candle Formulation
Take your formulation workflow to the next level with the 20L Wax Melter, designed for professional cosmetic formulators, candle makers, and DIY skincare creators. With a large 20-liter capacity, precise temperature control, and durable construction, this melter ensures safe, efficient, and consistent melting of waxes, butters, oils, and other heat-sensitive ingredients.
Whether you are crafting lotions, balms, soaps, or candles, this melter delivers professional results for large-batch formulations.
KSh 29,000.0020L Wax Melter
KSh 29,000.00Induction Sealer
Induction Sealer – Secure, Tamper-Proof Sealing for Bottles & Jars
Ensure product safety, freshness, and professional presentation with our Induction Sealer, designed for cosmetic formulators, skincare brands, and small-scale manufacturers. This reliable sealing machine creates a tamper-proof, airtight seal on bottles and jars, protecting your products during storage, shipping, and retail display.
KSh 25,000.00Induction Sealer
KSh 25,000.00Continuous Sealing Machine
A Continuous Sealing Machine—also known as a continuous band sealer—is an automatic packaging machine that seals bags or pouches in a nonstop flow.
Filled bags are placed on the conveyor belt and moved through a heated sealing system, producing strong, uniform, and tamper-proof seals every time.
This makes the machine ideal for medium to high-volume production.KSh 25,000.00Continuous Sealing Machine
KSh 25,000.0010L Wax Melter
10L Wax Melter – Professional Wax Melting Equipment for Skincare & Candle Making
Upgrade your formulation process with the 10L Wax Melter, a professional-grade melting pot designed for cosmetic formulators, candle makers, and DIY skincare creators. Perfect for safely melting waxes, butters, oils, and other heat-sensitive ingredients, this melter delivers even, consistent heat for smooth, high-quality batches every time.
KSh 22,000.0010L Wax Melter
KSh 22,000.00Liquid Germall Plus
Key Benefits
Broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection
Effective at very low usage levels (0.1%–0.5%)
Works in a wide pH range (3–8)
Compatible with most cosmetic ingredients
Does not affect product color or scent
Easy to use and suitable for cold-process formulations
Price range: KSh 1,200.00 through KSh 10,000.00Liquid Germall Plus
Price range: KSh 1,200.00 through KSh 10,000.00
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Sodium Phytate
Sodium Phytate is a natural chelating agent and antioxidant booster derived from rice bran, corn, or other plant seeds. It’s used in cosmetics and skincare formulations as a natural alternative to EDTA (like Disodium EDTA), helping to stabilize products and enhance preservative effectiveness.
- INCI Name: Sodium Phytate
- Source: 100% plant-based — extracted from rice bran or corn
- Appearance: White to off-white powder
- Solubility: Water-soluble
- Typical Use Level 0.05–0.2% (usually 0.1%)
- pH Range: Stable from 4–8
- Function: Chelating agent, antioxidant synergist, preservative booster
Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 1,000.00Sodium Phytate
Price range: KSh 100.00 through KSh 1,000.00Papain
Papain is a natural, biodegradable exfoliant ideal for gentle skin renewal. It’s effective in enzyme peels, masks, and cleansers — offering smooth, radiant skin without the irritation of chemical exfoliants.
- INCI Name: Papain
- Source: Papaya (Carica papaya) latex
- Appearance: Off-white to light beige powder
- Solubility: Soluble in water
- Optimum pH: 6.0–7.0
- Optimum Temperature ~60 °C (activity decreases above 80 °C)
🌿 Function in Cosmetics & Skincare
Papain is primarily used as an exfoliating and skin-renewing enzyme that gently removes dead skin cells without harsh scrubbing.
Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,000.00Papain
Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,000.00Avobenzone
Avobenzone is one of the most widely used UVA filters in sunscreens worldwide. It provides broad UVA protection (320–400 nm), helping to prevent photoaging, DNA damage, and pigmentation caused by long-wave ultraviolet light.
- INCI Name: Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
Oil-soluble (insoluble in water) - UV Absorption Range 320–400 nm (UVA I + UVA II)
- Absorption Peak ~357 nm
- Function: Chemical sunscreen agent (UVA filter)
- Recommended Use Level 0.5–3%; Max allowed 3% (EU), 3% (US), 5% (Japan)
🌞 Function & Importance
- Avobenzone is a UVA absorber that protects skin from photoaging, wrinkles, and pigmentation caused by UVA rays.
- UVA I (340–400 nm): Deep penetration, causes aging
- UVA II (320–340 nm): Contributes to tanning and DNA damage
Price range: KSh 300.00 through KSh 3,000.00Avobenzone
Price range: KSh 300.00 through KSh 3,000.00- INCI Name: Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
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 1,200.00
