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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 1,200.00Kojic 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 800.00Biotin (Vitamin B7)
Works well in:
Hair serums
Leave-in conditioners
Shampoo and conditioners
Hair masks
Hair thickening spraysPrice range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 700.00Biotin (Vitamin B7)
Price range: KSh 200.00 through KSh 700.00Moringa powder
Best Skin Types
Normal to dry skin — for nourishment
Oily or acne-prone skin — for detox and purification
Mature skin — for antioxidant and collagen support
Sensitive skin — for gentle soothing and balancing
KSh 200.00Moringa powder
KSh 200.00Azelaic 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 1,500.00Vegetable 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
Striover
A high-potency, plant-based active designed to enhance skin firmness and smooth the appearance of surface textures. Our Astragalus & Codonopsis complex is the ultimate choice for body-toning and sculpting formulations. Perfect for improving the look of skin elasticity and density, this versatile extract leaves the skin feeling resilient, toned, and visibly rejuvenated.
Best For: Body-sculpting creams, post-pregnancy routines, and firming serums.
Key Action: Enhances the appearance of skin-surface resilience and tone.
Quality: 100% water-soluble; botanical alternative to invasive treatments.
Price range: KSh 300.00 through KSh 3,000.00Striover
Price range: KSh 300.00 through KSh 3,000.00PEG-75 Lanolin
Cosmetic Applications
Skin Care
Moisturizers
Serums
Lotions
Hand and foot creams
Barrier creams
Baby care productsHair Care
Leave-in conditioners
Deep conditioners
Hair masks
Scalp hydration tonics
DetanglersCleansers
Face cleansers
Micellar waters
Cream cleansers
Shower gelsKSh 300.00PEG-75 Lanolin
KSh 300.00Amla 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 1,700.00Melavoid Extracts
Melavoid® is a standardized cosmetic active ingredient derived from the roots of Boerhavia diffusa (also called Punarnava).
It is commonly used in skincare for brightening, reducing hyperpigmentation, and evening out skin tone.
Key Benefits
1. Reduces Hyperpigmentation
Targets melanogenesis at its early stages.
Helps reduce dark spots, melasma, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.2. Brightens the Overall Complexion
Promotes a more uniform, radiant skin tone.
Works gently without causing irritation.3. Balances Skin Tone
Reduces uneven coloration and patchiness.4. Gentle & Suitable for All Skin Types
Plant-derived, non-irritating, and safe for sensitive skin.Price range: KSh 300.00 through KSh 3,000.00Melavoid Extracts
Price range: KSh 300.00 through KSh 3,000.00Cocamide 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 700.00Salicylic Acid
Predissolved salicylic acid
This refers to salicylic acid that has already been dissolved in a suitable solvent rather than supplied as a dry powder.
Because salicylic acid is poorly soluble in water, formulators often first dissolve it in solvents like propylene glycol, ethanol, or other glycols before adding it to cosmetic or pharmaceutical products.Salicylic Acid Isn’t Water-Friendly
Pure salicylic acid typically comes as a white crystalline powder and dissolves very poorly in water.
To effectively incorporate it into skincare solutions, toners, serums, or lotions, it must first be dissolved in a solvent that readily dissolves it .
At Formulators Haven, ours come dissolved at 4% strength.This saves time and ensures even distribution of the active ingredient in final formulations like toners, serums, or exfoliating products.
KSh 350.00Salicylic Acid
KSh 350.00Carbomer 940
Carbomer 940 is a high-efficiency synthetic polymer used in cosmetics and personal care products as a thickener, gelling agent, and stabilizer.
It forms clear, smooth gels and gives excellent viscosity even at low concentrations.Key Functions
Thickening agent – produces very high viscosity at low usage levels.
Gelling agent – creates clear, stable gels when neutralized.
Stabilizer – helps emulsions (especially creams/lotions) stay uniform and stable.
Suspending agent – keeps insoluble ingredients evenly dispersed.KSh 350.00Carbomer 940
KSh 350.00Jasmine Hydrosol
Jasmine Hydrosol is a natural, fragrant floral water produced through the steam distillation of Jasminum grandiflorum or sambac flowers.
Rich in antioxidants, it acts as a gentle toner, hydrating and soothing skin, reducing inflammation, and improving elasticity. Its calming romantic aroma is also used in aromatherapy for stress relief and relaxation.
Key Benefits & Uses:
• Skincare: Acts as a gentle facial toner that balances pH, hydrates, and tightens pores.
• Hair Care: Can be used to add shine, improve suppleness, and tame frizz.
• Aromatherapy: Known for its calming and sensual scent that helps reduce stress and promotes a sense of optimism.
• Application: Ideal as a facial mist, in clay masks, or as a natural, light body perfume.Price range: KSh 350.00 through KSh 3,500.00Jasmine Hydrosol
Price range: KSh 350.00 through KSh 3,500.00Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (SAP) – Stable, Gentle Vitamin C for Brightening & Blemish-Friendly Skincare
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Stable Vitamin C)
A premium, gentle Vitamin C derivative designed for superior stability and skin clarity. Our SAP powder is the ultimate choice for brightening dull complexions and managing the appearance of blemish-prone skin. Perfect for lightweight serums and “glow-boosting” lotions, it leaves the skin feeling firm, balanced, and visibly luminous.
Best For: Blemish-prone skin, sensitive types, and uneven skin tone.
Key Action: Enhances skin radiance and targets surface shadows.
Quality: High stability; water-soluble and easy to formulate.
Price range: KSh 350.00 through KSh 3,500.00Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (SAP) – Stable, Gentle Vitamin C for Brightening & Blemish-Friendly Skincare
Price range: KSh 350.00 through KSh 3,500.00Kokum butter
A premium, 100% natural botanical butter designed for deep nourishment and a non-greasy finish. Our Kokum Butter is a stable, nutrient-rich emollient that enhances skin elasticity and strengthens the appearance of hair strands. Perfect for high-end lip balms, lightweight body lotions, and solid beauty bars, it leaves the skin feeling silky, firm, and visibly smoothed.
Best For: All skin types, weathered skin, and stable balm formulations.
Key Action: Softens skin texture and provides weightless moisture.
Quality: Non-comedogenic; high oxidative stability.
Price range: KSh 400.00 through KSh 3,000.00Kokum butter
Price range: KSh 400.00 through KSh 3,000.00Murumuru Butter
Murumuru Butter is a rich, plant-based fat from the Brazilian Amazon, highly valued in cosmetics for its unique fatty acid profile and ability to melt on contact, providing powerful non-greasy moisture and occlusive protection. It acts as an emollient to restore elasticity, deeply moisturize dry/curly hair (defining curls and reducing frizz), and soothe sensitive or cracked skin while fortifying the skin barrier.
Price range: KSh 400.00 through KSh 3,000.00Murumuru Butter
Price range: KSh 400.00 through KSh 3,000.00
