• 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.

    Decyl glucoside

    KSh 1,300.00
  • Polysorbate 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 preserved

    Formulator Tips
    ✔️ Always test clarity after 24–48 hours
    ✔️ Use distilled water only
    ✔️ Keep essential oil and fragrance levels low in facial products

    Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,300.00

    Polysorbate 20

    Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,300.00
  • Polysorbate 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 required

    Professional Tips
    ✔️ Always test clarity after 24 hours
    ✔️ Use distilled or deionized water
    ✔️ Avoid excess essential oils (>1%) in leave-on products

    Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,300.00

    Polysorbate 80

    Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,300.00
  • Yellow 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 1,300.00

    Yellow Beeswax

    Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,300.00
  • White 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 1,300.00

    White Beeswax

    Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 1,300.00
  • Iron 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 tones

    Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,200.00

    Iron Oxide Red

    Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,200.00
  • Propanediol 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-sticky

    Propanediol 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

    Propanediol 1,3

    KSh 1,200.00
  • Triethanolamine (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)

    Triethanolamine (TEA)

    KSh 1,200.00
  • Yellow 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)

    Yellow Castor oil

    KSh 1,200.00
  • PVP K30

    Cosmetic Applications

    Hair Care
    Hair gel
    Edge gel
    Hair setting sprays
    Curl definers
    Styling mousse

    Skin Care
    Peel-off masks
    Hydrogels
    Underarm and skin-firming gels

    Makeup
    Mascaras
    Eyebrow gels
    Eyeliners
    Setting sprays
    Pressed powders

    PVP K30

    KSh 1,200.00
  • Centella 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 1,200.00

    Centella Asiatica extract

    Price range: KSh 150.00 through KSh 1,200.00
  • Saw Palmetto Extract

    Benefits for Hair

    1. 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.

    2. Supports Hair Regrowth – maintains healthy follicle function; works best with caffeine, rosemary extract, niacinamide, peptides, or pumpkin seed oil.

    3. Reduces Scalp Inflammation – soothes irritation, especially around weakened follicles.

    4. Strengthens Roots – improves nutrient supply around the follicle base.

    Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,200.00

    Saw Palmetto Extract

    Price range: KSh 120.00 through KSh 1,200.00

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