Cosmetische grondstoffen

Alkyl polyglucoside (caprylyl/capryl glucoside) is a non-ionic surfactant derived from fatty alcohols and glucose. All ingredients are of plant origin.

Due to its good foaming properties, this surfactant is well suited for shower gel, hand and face wash. Alkyl polyglucosides dissolve essential oils and fragrances much better than other surfactants, they can be easily added. Very well tolerated by the skin, completely biodegradable.

Properties:

pH 5.5-6

Active content: ~65 % (detergent substances)

Water content: ~35%

Soluble in: Water

Application concentration: 2-20%, up to 40 % possible

Our aloe vera body butter is a high-quality Extract butter of pure aloe vera juice and coconut oil (refined) in proportion 1:5.
Aloe Vera Butter contains all the skin-soothing and regenerating Properties of aloe vera and quickly moisturizes the skin. The base of coconut oil is quickly absorbed into the skin and leaves the skin feeling non-greasy.

A perfect after-sun combination!

Benefits of Aloe Vera Butter

• Promotes wound healing and has anti-inflammatory properties that Reduce skin inflammation.
• Aloe vera contains an abundance of antioxidants, including Beta-carotene (a precursor of vitamin A), vitamins C and E, which help prevent oxidative damage caused by free radicals in the body.
• It promotes new hair growth by increasing blood circulation in the scalp and provides several important vitamins and minerals.

INCI: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Cocos Nucifera Oil

Bevat: Aleo barbadensis gel, citroenzuur, natriumbenzoaat, kaliumsorbaat

Water-soluble and should be used at a dosage of 0.1-0.5%. With 100ml of water or hydrosol, this results in a dosage of 100mg to 500mg. At 100mg you get a 20% aloe vera gel (gel in this case does not mean that it is gel-like, but refers to the active ingredient content), at 500mg you get a 100% aloe vera gel.
This mixture can be sprayed on the skin, for example, or used for creams or lotions (as part of the water phase). If you want to make a real gel, you can add gelling agents or xanthan gum. This results in a gel or fluid that can be more solid or liquid, depending on the dosage of the thickener.
Big advantage: the powder lasts quite a long time, you can make an aloe vera gel and you don't have to preserve it any further (if consumed quickly). The powder also fits well in the emergency or travel pharmacy. Add water and the gel is ready.

Effect: proven to reduce itching, cooling, anti-inflammatory and moisture-retaining.

INCI:  Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder

Alpha-arbutin is an ideal active ingredient for skin lightening and anti-aging cosmetics such as creams, lotions, essences, face masks and Undercoats.

It is commonly used in skin care products, especially in products used to treat hyperpigmentation. Alpha-arbutin inhibits the production of melanin, the pigment responsible for the dark coloration of the skin is responsible. By inhibiting melanin production, alpha-arbutin can help to improve the appearance of age spots, freckles, Reduce pigmentation disorders and other forms of hyperpigmentation. It is also used to lighten skin tone and can be used in the treatment of Acne scars or uneven skin color help.
Alpha-arbutin is often used in combination with other brightening agents such as Vitamin used to achieve synergistic effects. It is important It should be noted that alpha-arbutin is a cosmetic active ingredient and does not medical treatment for serious skin conditions

Cosmetic Benefits:

• reduces hyperpigmentation: blocks epidermal melanin Biosynthesis by inhibiting the enzymatic oxidation of tyrosine and dopa
• promotes skin lightening and ensures an even Skin tone for all skin types
• decreases senile lentigo
• minimizes moles
• reduces UV-induced skin tanning

Dosage: 0,1-2%

Solubility: Soluble in water (<70 degrees C), Alcohol. Poorly soluble in cold water.

INCI: Alpha Arbutin

Almond butter is a moisturizing, light and fast-absorbing butter suitable for various cosmetic formulations (bath chocolates, body butter, hair balm, lip balm, cream, lotion, soap, etc.)

In addition, its viscosity stabilizes emulsions.

Almond butter smells neutral and does not leave a greasy film on the skin. The butter is also extremely irritant-free and oxidation-resistant. It contains various vitamins and minerals and monounsaturated fatty acids.

Almond butter melts already on the skin and can also be used pure (rough hands, hair ends, etc.).

Melting point: 50-60 degrees Celsius

Avocado butter is made from avocado oil by dehydration. The butter contains a high proportion of amino acids, minerals and vitamins. It is ideal for dry and blemished skin. Avocado butter penetrates well into the skin and makes the skin soft and supple.

Avocado butter is therefore also often used for lip balm. In creams and lotions, avocado butter serves as a fat base and as a consistency enhancer. Like our almond butter and olive butter, avocado butter can also be used on its own (dry skin, lips).

Melting point: 50-60 degrees Celsius

Babassu olie behoort tot de drogende oliën en wordt in de aromatherapie puur of in mengsels o.a. gebruikt bij; gevoelige en droge huid, beschadigde huid, eczeem, snel geïrriteerde huid, gespleten en droog haar. Babassuolie laat zich goed mengen met etherische oliën en andere basisoliën.

High absorption rate, due to tripalmitin which penetrates the skin quickly. Fatty palmitoleic acid makes the bacuri oil a very good emollient, which can also be used as a moisturizing agent. Bacuri butter traditionally gives a golden tone to the skin. It is absorbed a few minutes after and the skin becomes velvety to the touch; it also removes spots and reduces scarring.

Baobab oil can be used in a variety of ways and is suitable as a stabilizing ingredient, especially in oil blends for dry and barrier-impaired skin. Since the content of saturated fatty acids is very high, baobab oil can be used as a substitute for vegetable butters in moisture-binding emulsions. However, it can also be used as a base oil in conjunction with linolenic acid-enhanced oils (rose, pomegranate and evening primrose oil) as well as oxidation-sensitive oils such as blackcurrant seed or elderberry seed oil.Baobab oil protects the skin from transepidermal water loss and has a smoothing, extremely enveloping and barrier-protecting effect.

For hair conditioners and hair treatments, makes the hair shiny and easier to style/comb and prevents static build-up. Through Adding vegetable oils, shea butter and hair active ingredients it can be used for cures and conditioners for every hair type.

Melting point: 90-105 degrees Celsius (in fat phase) melting)

Betting concentration: 1-2% (only in combination with cetyl alcohol)

This highly desirable, long chain fatty alcohol is used to thicken and stabilize formulations. It can also serve as a co-emulsifier in some formulations. It will produce elegant emulsions and impart a soft, velvety feel to the skin. It can be used in water-in-oil emulsions, oil-in-water emulsions, and anhydrous formulations-----cream, lotion, ointment, body butter, salt scrubs.

Buriti Oil (INCI: Mauritia Flexuosa (Buriti) Fruit Oil ) comes from the Moriche palm in the Amazon. This exotic oil contains many excellent ingredients for the Skin. Thus, the oil is the richest source of beta-carotene – known as excellent natural antioxidant. Beta-carotene protects the skin from photodamage and helps to prevent the membranes surrounding the skin cells. which keeps skin cells healthy for longer.In addition, buriti oil is rich in unsaturated fatty acids and contains the vitamins E and A, the great emollient properties that help to rebuild, moisturize skin cells and rehydrate.

Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of 50% cetyl alcohol and 50% stearyl alcohol and is easily biodegradable.

Coco-Glucoside is een surfactant, een reinigende stof en is gemaakt van kokosolie en glucose. Het produceert een overvloedig schuim maar droogt de huid niet uit waardoor het een perfect ingrediënt is in DIY schuimende badproducten en douchegels.

Cremesoft Plus is a neutral creambase that is similar in composition to skin lipids. The structure of the cream is also different from conventional creams (lammellar, layered). Through this skin-like membrane structure with skin-like lipids, Cremsoft Plus contributes to the Restoring the skin's natural function without the use of conventional emulsifiers, consistency agents, stabilizers, perfumes, mineral oils, silicones, dyes, alkanol amines or preservatives.

If you have sensitive and allergic skin, that reacts to many substances, Cremesoft Plus should be used pure. Otherwise, additional active ingredients and oils can be added as desired. (up to 10%).

Cupuacu butter is made from the seeds of the Amazonian Cupuacu trees. In Spanish, it is also called cacao blanco, white cocoa, and the smell is reminiscent of white chocolate.

Cupuacu butter is similar to cocoa and shea butter, in distinction to the two, however, cupuacu butter has a significantly higher content long-chain, saturated arachidic acid. As a result, it has a very pleasant, smooth feel and a slightly better spreading capacity.

Glycrrhicine is a component of licorice root. Our extract consists of 98% glycyrrhizinates. The active ingredient has an anti-inflammatory effect, reduces itching and promotes wound healing. Furthermore, licorice root extract has an antioxidant and antimicrobial effect and is mainly used for allergic skin reactions, skin inflammations and rashes.

Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate has a slight emulsifying effect, so less emulsifier can be used. In aqueous solutions and in the presence of mineral acids, it forms a gel (at pH below 4)

Application concentration:

• Dermatological preparations: 1.00 - 2.00 %.
  Daily skin care: 0.20 - 1.00%.
  After sun cosmetics: 1.00%.
  After shaving products: 0.50%.
  Cosmetics for oily skin: 0.50 - 1.00%.
  Oral care products: 0.20 - 0.50%.
  Shampoo for oily hair: 0.50 - 1.00%.
  Conditioner (leave on) for oily hair: 0.25 - 0.50%.
  

Solubility: soluble in water.

Storage: the product is hygroscopic, so always keep it tightly closed.