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Ethylhexyl 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 3,000.00Continuous 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 25,000.00Manual 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 32,000.00L-Ascorbyl Palmitate (LAP)
INCI: Ascorbyl Palmitate
Chemical name: L-Ascorbic acid 6-palmitate
CAS No.: 137-66-6Form: White to slightly yellow crystalline powder
Solubility: Oil-solubleL-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 1,100.00L-Ascorbyl Palmitate (LAP)
Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,100.00Keramare
Primary Uses in Haircare:
Repair & Rebuild Hair Structure
Regenerates the internal (cortical) structure of damaged hair.
Improve Shine / Appearance
Enhances hair’s ability to reflect light, giving glossy shine.
Thermal Protection
Shields hair from heat damage (e.g., blow-drying, straightening).
Long-Lasting Effect
Sequential-release matrix allows prolonged contact of actives with hair, improving deposition and efficacy.
Strengthening
Reinforces the internal structure of the hair fiber.
Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,800.00Keramare
Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,800.00Amla oil
Typical Usage Rates
Hair oils — 10–100%
Scalp serums — 5–30%
Hair masks — 5–20%
Creams/lotions — 1–5% (oil phase)
DIY Amla Hair Oil (Formulator-Friendly)
Amla oil (herbal infused) — 70%
Yellow castor oil — 20%
Sunflower or jojoba oil — 9.5%
Vitamin E — 0.5%
Price range: KSh 300.00 through KSh 1,700.00Amla oil
Price range: KSh 300.00 through KSh 1,700.00
Decyl glucoside
A mild, plant-derived non-ionic surfactant widely used in cosmetics and personal care, especially in gentle and natural formulations.
INCI: Decyl Glucoside
Source: Made from glucose (corn/starch) + decyl alcohol (coconut or palm)
Type: Non-ionic surfactant (cleansing agent & foam booster)
Appearance: Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid
Natural status: ✔ ECOCERT / COSMOS approved.
KSh 1,300.00Decyl glucoside
KSh 1,300.00Polysorbate 20
Safety & Stability
Safe for leave-on and rinse-off products
Non-ionic → compatible with most ingredients
Stable across pH 3–10
Not a preservative — water-based products must be preservedFormulator Tips
✔️ Always test clarity after 24–48 hours
✔️ Use distilled water only
✔️ Keep essential oil and fragrance levels low in facial productsPrice range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,300.00Polysorbate 20
Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,300.00Polysorbate 80
Safety & Stability
Generally non-irritating at normal use levels
Compatible with most preservatives
Stable across a wide pH range (3–10)
Not a preservative — proper preservation is still requiredProfessional Tips
✔️ Always test clarity after 24 hours
✔️ Use distilled or deionized water
✔️ Avoid excess essential oils (>1%) in leave-on productsPrice range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,300.00Polysorbate 80
Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,300.00Yellow Beeswax
- INCI name: Cera Flava
- Origin: Natural wax secreted by the honeybee (Apis mellifera) to construct honeycombs
- Color: Deep yellow to golden (varies with pollen and propolis content)
- Odor: Distinct honey-like scent (stronger than white beeswax)
- Form: Pellets, flakes, or solid blocks
- Melting point: ~61–65 °C
- CAS number: 8012-89-3
Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,300.00Yellow Beeswax
Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,300.00White Beeswax
- INCI name: Cera Alba
- Source: Natural wax produced by honeybees
- Form: White to off-white pellets, flakes, or blocks (refined and bleached from yellow beeswax)
- Odor: Faint, honey-like (less pronounced than yellow beeswax)
- Melting point: ~61–65 °C
- Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in oils, esters, and warm alcohols
- CAS number: 8012-89-3
White beeswax is obtained by bleaching natural yellow beeswax (mechanically, chemically, or via sunlight filtration) to remove color and odor — making it more suitable for products where neutral appearance and scent are desired.
Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,300.00White Beeswax
Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,300.00Iron Oxide Red
CI number: 77491
INCI: Iron Oxides (CI 77491)
Red iron oxide is an inorganic pigment widely used in:
- Makeup (foundations, powders, blush, lipstick)
- Sunscreens (for blue-light protection)
- Tinted moisturizers & BB creams
- Cosmetic color blends (with yellow & black oxides)
- It provides stable, earthy red tones with excellent coverage and high stability.
🔹 Key Properties
✔ Pigment Type
Inorganic, mineral-based
Extremely stable
Non-reactive
UV-stable and heat-stable
Non-bleeding, non-migrating✔ Colour Tone
Red iron oxide delivers:
Brick red tones
Rust red tones
Terracotta tonesPrice range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,200.00Iron Oxide Red
Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,200.00Propanediol 1,3
A multifunctional, plant-derived humectant and solvent widely used in cosmetics, personal care, and pharmaceutical formulations—often as a cleaner, skin-friendly alternative to propylene glycol.
INCI name: Propanediol 1,3
Chemical name: 1,3-Propanediol
Source: Usually bio-based (corn sugar fermentation)
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Odor: Odorless
Texture: Slightly viscous, non-stickyPropanediol 1,3 functions in cosmetics:
- Humectant – draws moisture into skin & hair
- Solvent – dissolves actives (salicylic acid, botanical extracts, preservatives)
- Penetration enhancer – improves delivery of actives
- Preservative booster – enhances efficacy of preservatives
- Propylene glycol alternative – gentler and more eco-friendly
KSh 1,200.00Propanediol 1,3
KSh 1,200.00Triethanolamine (TEA)
A widely used ingredient in cosmetics and personal-care products, mainly as a pH adjuster, emulsifier aid, and surfactant neutralizer.
INCI name: Triethanolamine
Form: Clear, colorless to pale-yellow viscous liquid
pH: 10–11 (alkaline)
KSh 1,200.00Triethanolamine (TEA)
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 1,200.00Centella Asiatica extract
Benefits:
Anti-inflammatory: helps reduce redness, calm irritated or sensitive skin.Improves wound healing, scar repair: stimulates collagen production supports tissue regeneration.
Improves hydration and barrier support: helps strengthen the skin barrier and reduce transepidermal water loss.
Antioxidant effects: scavenges free radicals.
Price range: KSh 150.00 through KSh 1,200.00Centella Asiatica extract
Price range: KSh 150.00 through KSh 1,200.00Saw Palmetto Extract
Benefits for Hair
Natural DHT Blocker – helps reduce the conversion of testosterone to DHT, supports reduced hair fall and stronger follicles. Common in anti-hair-loss serums and tonics.
Supports Hair Regrowth – maintains healthy follicle function; works best with caffeine, rosemary extract, niacinamide, peptides, or pumpkin seed oil.
Reduces Scalp Inflammation – soothes irritation, especially around weakened follicles.
Strengthens Roots – improves nutrient supply around the follicle base.
Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,200.00Saw Palmetto Extract
Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,200.00
