Hydrogenated Castor Oil
$5.90 – $28.90Hydrogenated Castor Oil is a hardened vegetable wax produced from pure castor oil through the chemical process of hydrogenation. Also known as Castor Wax, it is used on a daily basis and found in many products such as varnishes, cosmetics, and polishes. Hydrogenated Castor Oil is completely odorless when compared to pure castor oil. Due to its waxy, highly viscous, and more saturated nature, it is used to improve various cosmetics products. It acts as an emollient and thickener to increase viscousity of creams and lotions, and also stabillizes cosmetics by increasing their melting points.
Polysorbate 20
$4.90 – $26.90Polysorbate 20, also known as Tween 20, is a chemical mixture of Sorbitol Ethylene Oxide derived from Lauric Acid. It is sometimes obtained from fruits and berries, which explain its fragrant properties. Polysorbate 20 has several functions including as a fragrance solubilizer and stabilizer, a lubricator to have soothing effect on the skin, and it can be used to mix oil with water. Polysorbate 20 is commonly found in cosmetics and skin care products as an emulsifier, surfactant, or as a fragrance ingredient.
Polysorbate 80
$5.90 – $28.90Polysorbate 80, also known as Tween 80, is a synthetic compound derived from Polyethoxylated Sorbitan and Oleic Acid. It is very often used in cosmetic products as a surfactant and emulsifier due to its viscous and water-soluble nature. With its ability to help other ingredients dissolve in a solvent, Polysorbate 80 helps to reduce surface tension of substance that needs emulsification. It is commonly found in a variety of formulas for skin care products, makeup bases and foundation, shampoos and fragrance powders.
Witch Hazel
$7.90 – $42.90Witch Hazel (Hamamelis Virgi-niana), sometimes called Winterbloom, is a plant native to North America. The virginiana bark and leaves extract are used to make a skin-healing astringent that is capable of naturally reducing acne, blisters, insect bites, poison ivy, inflammation, and many more.
Witch Hazel is a popular ingredient in skincare products such as serums, toners, shampoos.. etc due to its antioxidant and astringent properties. This is an alcohol-free Witch Hazel.
Rose Water
$8.90 – $46.00Rose Water, also known as Rosa Damascena Flower Water, is a hydrosal obtained through distillation process. Hydrosols are also called Flower Waters, Hydroflorates, and Hydrolats. It is usually used in perfume making, medicinal making, as well as for culinary uses. It is believed that due to its many beneficial properties, Rose Water has been used as far back as the 7th century.
Rose Water contains numerous powerful antioxidants, and research has shown that it helps relax the central nervous system. These days, Rose Water is used in many skincare and cosmetic products such as cream, lotions, and toners due to its hydrating and moisturizing properties.
Liquid Germall Plus
$4.90 – $48.90Liquid Germall Plus is a cosmetic preservative combining Diazolidinyl Urea and Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate solubilized in Propylene Glycol. A clear viscous liquid with a characteristic mild odor, it is a ready-to-use, broad-spectrum preservative system for personal care formulations.
Glycerin
$4.90 – $24.90Glycerin, also known as Glycerol, is a compound made from natural products such as vegetable oil. It can also be synthesized from propylene alcohol. Glycerin is a type of humectant, which means to attract moisture and water, seals in moisture, and prevents it from escaping when applied to the skin.
Hence, it is often used in both cosmetics and treatment purposes, as well as for medical conditions of the skin. Glycerin has a therapeutic effect and helps prevent or combat dry skin, making it look healthier and more attractive. Not only is the skin more moist, it is also soft and supple to the touch.