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Pomegranates have been used in medicine since ancient times. The extract of this plant contains many compounds acting synergistically to produce strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. It also helps maintain collagen levels, both by promoting its synthesis and inhibiting collagen-degrading enzymes. Due to these properties, pomegranate extract has a range of benefits in UV protection – it can be used both to prevent and to reduce sunlight damage (photoageing) after exposure. Furthermore, it is an effective skin whitening agent, used to treat melasma and other hyperpigmentation problems. Finally, faster wound healing is observed when using this extract. Combined with antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory properties and the ability to increase collagen synthesis, this makes pomegranate extract beneficial in many aspects of wound care.

NOTE: To assist you with solubility issues, we now also sell Pomegranate Extract as a standardized pre-dissolved solution. Just add the liquid to your cream and mix well.

• 25% solution gives 1% Ellagic Acid content in final product.
• 75% solution gives 3% Ellagic Acid content in final product.
• 13% solution gives 1% Polyphenols content in final product.
• 39% solution gives 3% Polyphenols content in final product.
• 65% solution gives 5% Polyphenols content in final product.

 Key benefits of Pomegranate extract in skin care:

• Sun damage protection [4], [7], [8]
• Sun damage repair [7]–[9]
• Antioxidant [1]–[4]
• Glycation inhibitor and repair [3]
• Anti-bacterial [2], [16]
• Lightening and brightening [6], [10]–[12]
• Matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) inhibitors [8], [9]
• Stimulate collagen production [9]
• Treat hyperpigmentation [10]–[12]
• Wound healing support [13]–[16]
• Anti-inflammatory [6], [8], [15]

Our Pumpkin Bioferment  is a natural, gentle enzyme "peel" that you can use straight from the bottle or add to any lotion or cream. Pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo) proteases hydrolyze the proteins, exfoliating dead skin cells and impurities while delivering vitamins and nutrients to the skin. The Pumpkin Enzyme Peel leaves the skin cleansed and silky smooth. Pumpkin proteases and nutrients are released from fresh pumpkin cells by the action of the same organism that transforms milk into yoghurt.

Key benefits of Pumpkin Enzyme Peel (Pumkin Bioferment) in skin care: 

• natural gentle and safe enzyme peel
• enzymatically excite cell turnover
• unblock pores and dissolve oils
• remove blackheads
• improve skin texture and tone due to exfoliation properties
• treat hyperpigmentation.

Quercetin is a molecule belonging to a class of complex organic compounds called flavonoids. Quercetin is produced by many plants, notably onions. The most important effect of this molecule is neutralizing free radicals. Quercetin can achieve this directly, due to its antioxidative properties, or by binding iron ions, which play a strong part in the accumulation of free radicals. Therefore, quercetin is an important component in UV-protective cosmeceuticals. It can also reduce the inflammation, darkening and synthesis of collagen-degrading enzymes, caused by UV exposure. Furthermore, quercetin has benefits for wound care, as it improves both healing of new wounds and subsequent scar formation. It even has a positive effect on the lifespan of cells, slowing down processes of cell ageing.

NOTE: To assist you with solubility issues, we now also sell Quercetin as two liquids: standardized pre-dissolved solution and standardized ethosome microemulsion. Just add the liquid to your cream and mix well.

• 11% solution gives 1% Quercetin content in final product.
• 31% solution gives 3% Quercetin content in final product.
• 51% solution gives 5% Quercetin content in final product.

Key benefits of Quercetin in skin care:

• Sun damage protection [3], [5]–[7]
• Sun damage repair [3], [5]
• Lightening & brightening [8]
• Treat hyperpigmentation [8]
• Anti-inflammatory [6], [7]
• Antioxidant [1]–[4], [14]
• Scar care [11]–[13]
• Wound healing support [9], [10]

Resveratrol is a compound found in grapes and many other plants. It is currently investigated in many skincare applications. Resveratrol protects cells from oxidative stress – it is an antioxidant itself, and activates the synthesis of other such compounds. It also regulates inflammatory responses and even aids the distribution of cosmetical sunscreens, thus helping to prevent UV damage to the skin. Similarities in structure allow resveratrol to replace estrogen in post-menopausal women, helping to reduce collagen loss and reduce skin ageing symptoms. Additionally, it counters photoageing by inhibiting melanin synthesis, resulting in lighter skin and less pigmented spots. Even acne can be alleviated by applying resveratrol, as it has antibacterial properties and controls sebaceous cell growth. Finally, it is a promising agent in melanoma prevention, able to delay the emergence and reduce the size of skin tumors.

NOTE: To assist you with solubility issues, we now also sell Resveratrol in a standardized  pre-dissolved solution. Just add the liquid to your cream and mix well.

Key benefits of Resveratrol in skin care:

• Anti-acne [15]–[17]
• Anti-bacterial [16]
• Antioxidant [1]–[4]
• Anti-inflammatory [1], [4], [8], [9]
• Sun damage protection [1], [6]–[8], [11]
• Increase skin elasticity [14]
• Lightening & brightening [10]–[13]
• Natural phytoestrogens [1], [8], [9]

Salicylic acid is a hydroxyl acid compound originally derived from willow tree bark. It has many useful effects on skin, the most prominent being its use as an anti-acne treatment. It penetrates deep into pores, removing trapped oil that can cause blemishes. Salicylic acid is a keratolytic compound, meaning it exfoliates the skin and sloughs off dead skin cells, leaving smooth skin. This makes it useful for treating scaly skin, as well as calluses and warts. It also has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. Salicylic acid has been shown to influence photodamage by reducing hyperpigmentation and providing protection against UV exposure.

NEW: We are excited to announce that we now also sell a WATER-SOLUBLE salicylic acid powder (assay 50%)!
Build effective Salicylic Acid formulations free from alcohol, discoloration, and recrystallization. WATER SOLUBLE salicylic acid increases water solubility of Salicylic Acid from 0.2% to 5%, and results in a pH of about 4. No need for organic solvents.

For higher strength formulations we also have Salicylic Acid (Beta Hydroxy Acid) as a pre-dissolved solution. Just add the liquid to your cream and mix well.

• 6.7% solution gives 1% Salicylic acid content in final product.
• 13.3% solution gives 2% Salicylic acid content in final product.
• 20% solution gives 3% Salicylic acid content in final product.
• 26.7% solution gives 4% Salicylic acid content in final product.
• 33.3% solution gives 5% Salicylic acid content in final product.
   

Key benefits of Salicylic acid in skin care:

• Anti-acne [2] [4] [6] [9] [10]
• Anti blackheads [2] [4]
• Anti-inflammatory [1] [3] [4] [5]
• Exfoliator [2] [6] [10]
• Oil/sebum control [2] [4]
• Pore refinement [2] [4]
• Increase skin cell turnover [2] [5] [6] [10]
• Treat hyperpigmentation [2] [7]
• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles [2] [7]
• Anti-bacterial [8] [10]
• Sun damage protection [8]
• Sun damage repair [7] [8]

Sclerotium gum is an active ingredient obtained through fermentation from hardened fungal masses of various types of fungi. The most common source is a parasitic fungus named Sclerotium rolfsii.  Due to its efficiency as a thickening agent, emulsifier and stabilizer, sclerotium gum is used in numerous applications in the industrial, food and pharmaceutical fields. Recent research showed that sclerotium gum is a compound perfectly suitable for topical delivery of pharmaceuticals and natural active ingredients. Besides providing the right viscosity and stability of the topical preparation, the gum also has multiple benefits for the skin. Sclerotium gum is high in polysaccharides, especially beta glucans, namely scleroglucan, and has multiple benefits for the skin: it protects the lipid barrier, prevents water loss, increases moisturization, protects and repair damaged skin, enhances the local immune response and increases collagen production and deposits.

Key benefits of Sclerotium Gum in skin care:

• moisturizing and hydration [9][12][13]
• anti-inflammatory [6] [10]
• wound healing support [6] [10]
• sun damage protection [10]
• sun damage repair [10]
• stimulate collagen production[11]
• Anti-bacterial [11]
• Antioxidant [10]
• Restore barrier function [9][12][13]

 

• Emulsion stabilizer
• Improves flow of emulsions
• Wide pH tolerance :: 5 to 12
• Offers a nice feel to products
• Viscosity not affected by high heat
• Stable in extreme physical and chemical conditions
• Creates smooth flowing gels / serums
• Improves natural moisture levels in skin and hair
• Gels the water phase for enhanced viscosity without stiffness
• Outstanding suspending ability
• Alternative to carbopol and Gelmaker Ultra
• Moisturizer

Sea Kelp bioFerment (also know as seakelp ferment) is a natural kelp extract that is obtained using traditional fermentation technology. Our  Sea Kelp Bioferment can be used as a great nutritional active or as a skin care base for our other active ingredients. It is a perfect base for users with oily skin types as it moisturizes without supplying extra oil. It is also very effective for normal and dry skin, as it is a powerful nutritive moisturizer. From creams to serums to washes, it is the perfect active for almost any purpose. NEW Green Preservative formulation: Paraben AND Phenoxyethanol free. Now enriched with extra fucoxanthin and fucoidans

Sea Kelp Ferment in skin care: 

• skin serum base
• shampoo base
• nutrition
• moisturizer
• mask base
• hair conditioner
• shaving gel
• anti-inflammatory

Silymarin is a flavonolignans complex that can be only found in the seeds of Milk thistle (Silybum marianum), a member of the Compositae family native to the Mediterranean, now widespread all over the world. It consists of a mixture of three bioflavonoids found in the fruit, seeds, and leaves of the milk thistle plant: silibinin, silidianin, and silicristin and a flavonoid – taxifolin. Silymarin has strong antioxidant properties (fold times vitamin E) several studies proving its free radical and ROS scavenging effects thus suitable especially for the prevention and treatment in several forms of epithelial cancer. Another area of application for the antioxidant properties of silymarin is topical skin care with results in UV protection, UV effects attenuation, Rosacea, Melasma, acne and other skin pigmentation conditions. The potent anti-inflammatory mechanisms of silymarin are used for wound management, with benefits especially for the patients with healing impairing diseases. Silymarin has very low toxicity and it is well tolerated thus appropriate for human consumption and use.

NOTE: To assist you with solubility issues, we now also sell Silymarin as two liquids: standardized pre-dissolved solution and standardized ethosome microemulsion. Just add the liquid to your cream and mix well.

• 13% solution gives 1% Silymarin content in final product.
• 38% solution gives 3% Silymarin content in final product.
• 63% solution gives 5% Silymarin content in final product.
• 34% solution gives 1%Silybin content in final product.
• 67% solution gives 2% Silybin content in final product.

 
Key benefits of Silymarin in skin care:

• Antioxidant [4] [5] [6] [7] [8]
• Sun damage protection [10] [11]
• Sun damage repair [12] [13]
• Anti-acne [10] [15]  [17]
• Anti-inflammatory [19] [20]
• Lightening and brightening [16]
• Treat hyperpigmentation [16]
• Reduce Rosacea [10] [15]

Vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, is one of nature’s most powerful antioxidants.As the natural aging process and environmental hazards increase the amount of free radicals in the skin, ascorbic acid and its derivatives can effectively neutralize these damaging agents and prevent further damage.Ascorbic acid has been shown to increase the synthesis of collagen in the skin to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and to block the melanin synthesis pathway, reducing age spots and lightening skin.Unfortunately, ascorbic acid is not stable in aqueous solutions and is quickly degraded.The hydrophilic ascorbic acid derivative sodium ascorbyl phosphate is significantly more shelf-stable in solutions and, as it is converted to ascorbic acid in skin, retains all of the skin-benefitting aspects of vitamin C.Therefore sodium ascorbyl phosphate is the ideal choice for anti-aging emulsion creams.

Key benefits of Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate in skin care:

• Anti-acne [7]  [8]
• Antioxidant [3] [4] [6] [9] [10]
• Increase skin elasticity [1] [4]
• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles [1] [4]
• Stimulate collagen production [1] [4]
• Sun damage protection [9] [10]
• Sun damage repair [9] [10]
• Lightening and brightening [12]
• Treat hyperpigmentation [12]

Soy isoflavones are comparatively new in regards to cosmetic use, however, studies show they have multiple skin-benefitting properties.Isoflavones are structurally similar to estrogens and can activate estrogen signaling pathways, including collagen synthesis, to improve skin elasticity, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and increase tissue hydration.Additionally isoflavones are powerful antioxidants that can halt and reverse the appearance of aging due to free radicals caused by sunlight and other environmental hazards.As such, soy isoflavones are useful in reducing redness of the skin and decreasing the appearance of dark spots.These properties make soy isoflavones ideal for use in anti-aging, moisturizing, and skin protecting creams.

Key benefits of Soy isoflavones on skin care:

• Anti-inflammatory [6, 11, 12]
• Antioxidant [3, 6]
• Increase skin elasticity [1, 4, 5, 15]
• Matrix metalloproteinase [MMP] inhibitors [9]
• Moisturizing and hydration [5, 15]
• Natural phytoestrogens [3, 15]
• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles [1, 4, 5, 15]
• Stimulate collagen production [1, 4, 5, 15]
• Sun damage protection [3, 6, 11, 12, 14]
• Sun damage repair [3, 6, 11, 12, 14]
• Treat hyperpigmentation [3]

Squalane is a form of squalene, a natural component of sebum [oil] that acts as a barrier for the skin. It is structurally similar to many natural compounds that benefit the skin, such as β-carotene, and vitamins A, D, E, and K. Squalane’s most noted function is as an anti-oxidant. It depletes the amount of free radicals from UV rays that can cause damage to the skin. Squalane also moisturizes and hydrates, decreasing dryness, itching, and redness. With these characteristics, it restores barrier function to the skin. It can act as a detoxifier and may play a role in acne treatment. Squalane is also used to increase the absorption of preparations into the skin. Note: Our Squalane is made from Olives (not shark) and imported from Spain!

Key benefits of Squalane Olive Oil in skin care:

• Anti-oxidant [1, 3, 6, 7, 9, 13]
• Moisturizing and hydration [1, 2, 3, 6, 10]
• Sun damage protection [6, 7, 10]
• Increases skin elasticity [3, 6]
• Anti-bacterial [6]
• Anti-androgenic alopecia [8]
• Restore barrier function [3]
• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles [4]
• Squalane Olive Oil is highly stable against oxidation.

 

Tinosorb M is the first UV filter to combine the two worlds of organic filters and micro fine inorganic pigments: it is a 50% aqueous dispersion of colorless microfine organic particles, which are less than 200nm in size and is dispersible in the water phase of an emulsion. Tinosorb M exhibits the widest UV absorption and delivers triple action: UV absorption due to the intrinsic photostable organic molecule, light scattering and reflection as a result of its microfine structure.

Key benefits of Tinsosorb M in skin care:

• Can be incorporated in sunscreens, but also in day care products as well as
• Large coverage of the UV-13 and UV-A range
• Photostable
• Ease of formulation
• Less UV absorber required
• Excellent compatibility with cosmetic ingredients and other UV filters
• Ability to photostabilize other UV filters
• Synergistic effect with UV-13 filters (SPF booster)

Natural Vitamin E Mixed Tocopherols is an active blend of natural mixed tocopherols containing naturally occurring d-alpha, d-beta, d-gamma and d-delta tocopherols. These are NATURAL tocopherols, they are NOT the synthetic, racemix dl-tocopherol or dl-tocopheryl acetate. 

Tocopherol is the most commonly used form of vitamin E in cosmetic products. α-tocopherol, one of four types of tocopherol, is the most abundant form of vitamin E naturally found in the skin. α and γ forms are excreted in sebum [oil] and act as a barrier for the skin. The amount of tocopherol in the skin decreases over time due to sun exposure. Tocopherols are strong anti-oxidants. Anti-oxidants help protect against skin aging. Tocopherols use their anti-oxidant ability to protect against sun damage and repair sun damage. They increase collagen production and protect existing collagen by inhibiting matrix metalloproteinase [MMP] that degrades collagen. Mixed tocopherols have anti-inflammatory properties and accelerate wound healing.
 

Key benefits of Vitamin E Mixed Tocopherols in skin care:

• Antioxidant [1-15]
• Sun damage protection [2, 4, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15]
• Sun damage repair [12]
• Anti-inflammatory [2, 5, 10, 14]
• Wound Healing Support [5]
• Matrix Metalloproteinase [MMP] inhibitors [11]
• Stimulate collagen production [5]
• Reduces fine lines and wrinkles [3]

Tocotrienol, a form of vitamin E, is known to be a natural powerful antioxidant that is quickly absorbed into the skin. It reduces damage involved with skin aging that is caused by harmful free radicals from UV light and ozone. Symptoms of skin aging include wrinkles, dryness, hyperpigmentation, and loss of elasticity. Tocotrienol increases collagen synthesis, which improves skin elasticity. It can also “unclog” skin burdened by excessive cholesterol. Toctrienol has anti-inflammatory properties and is able to reduce symptoms of allergic skin reactions. It can also help reduce the drying side effects of acne regimens such as benzoyl peroxide.

Natural Vitamin E Mixed Tocotrienols is an active blend of natural alpha tocopherol and alpha tocotrienol, beta tocotrienol, delta tocotrienol, and gamma tocotrienol.These are NATURAL tocotrienols, they are NOT synthetic.

Key Benefits of Vitamin E mixed Tocotrienols in skin care:

• Antioxidant [1-10]
• Sun damage protection [1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10]
• Sun damage repair [1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10]
• Anti-inflammatory [4, 6, 9]
• Stimulate collagen production [1, 2, 3]
• Increase skin elasticity [2, 3]
• Restore barrier function [8]
• Treat hyperpigmentation [11]

White willow bark extract has been used by many cultures to reduce pain and inflammation. It contains salicin, a natural form of salicylic acid known to have anti-inflammatory effects. Salicin can reduce signs of aging by reducing the appearance of pores, wrinkles, and pigmentation. It also softens and moisturizes the skin. Salicin contributes to white willow bark extract’s exfoliating and acne-reducing power. White willow bark extract also contains polyphenols that contribute anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. These can help protect against sun damage and premature aging when used with sunscreen. White willow bark extract is a natural alternative to salicylic acid that has additional properties to enhance skin health.

NOTE: To assist you with solubility issues, we now also sell White Willow bark extract as a standardized pre-dissolved solution. Just add the liquid to your cream and mix well.

Key benefits of White Willow bark (salicin) in skin care:

• Anti-inflammatory [3] [4] [6] [8]
• Anti-oxidant [4] [7]
• Anti-acne [5]
• Anti-bacterial [7]
• Anti-blackheads [5] [7]
• Oil/sebum control [5]
• Pore refinement [2] [3]
• Sun damage repair [7]
• Treat hyperpigmentation [2]
• Exfoliating [5]
• Moisturizing and hydration [1] [2]
• Wrinkle tightener [2]
• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles [2]
• Stimulate HA production [1]
• Matrix metalloproteinases [MMP] inhibitor [1]

Glucan is a polymer, produced from glucose molecules in fungi, seaweed and other organisms. Many types of this polymer exist, but yeast beta-glucan has the optimal structure and size for biological activity. It has significant effects in wound healing – glucan is already used to treat burn patients, as it promotes regeneration of the skin, reduces pain and improves scar appearance. Furthermore, it is able to activate the immune system to fight against infections, making it additionally useful in open wound care. Additionally, it helps the skin to maintain its barrier function after damage by chemicals, such as detergents. The antioxidant properties of this polymer help protect the skin cells against UV or other sources of oxidative damage. Skin ageing symptoms, such as darkening, sunburn and collagen degradation, can also be reduced by applying this compound.

Key benefits of Yeast Beta Glucan in skin care:

• Sun damage protection [1], [5], [11]
• Sun damage repair [1], [5], [11]
• Wound healing support [1], [4]–[8]
• Anti-bacterial [9], [10]
• Scar care [8]
• Lightening & brightening [1]
• Antioxidant [1], [5], [11]
• Restore barrier function [5]

Zinc Oxide Dispersion is a non-nano, uncoated, homogeneous dispersions of Zinc Oxide in Mineral Oil and Caprylic- Capric Triglyceride. Non-nano Zinc Oxide is safe because there are no nanopartices. The homogeneous Zinc Oxide dispersion makes it easy to process and use in DIY skin care (just add to a cream), no high shear mixing is required. Zinc Oxide is a highly effective inorganic physical sunscreen with broad spectrum UVA and UVB activity and coverage. Zinc Oxide is a physical sun protection sunscreen which absorbs & scatters UV light. Zinc Oxide offers mild and safe, long lasting UV protection, and does not degrade or oxidize.  250 gram of Zinc Oxide dispersion can make 1250 gram of final suncreen product if used at 20%.

Zinc oxide is a mineral produced by oxidation of zinc. Because of its reduced natural availability, zinc oxide is industrially produced.  Besides a wide utilization in industrial areas such as semiconductors, textiles and food, zinc oxide used in several medical products, most of them ointments and treatments that are meant for topical use. Due to its physical characteristics that ensure good coating of the stratum corneum, without intracellular invasion zinc oxide is used in rash protection ointments. Zinc also has healing and soothing properties, making it a common ingredient in soothing, calming and antiseptic lotions. One of the most encountered utilisation of zinc oxide is as a component of physical sunscreen lotions due to its full spectrum block properties, ZnO currently being the most effective substance in protecting against UVA and UVB radiation. Last but not least, because zinc is the second most present metal in the human body after iron, and thus part of every structure including stratum corneum, there are a lot of topical solutions against skin disorders such as acne, dandruff, rash, dermatitis.

Zinc Oxide Dispersion in skin care:

• Sun damage protection [5] - [12]
• Anti-acne [13]
• Anti-inflammatory [14] [15] [16]

Ceramide Complex (with Phospholipids, Sphingolipids) is a  formulation designed to restore the barrier function, address TEWL and to maintain an overall healthy Stratum Corneum.  It contains 2% plant-derived lipids in a lamellar liquid crystalline form. The lipids are a combination of phospholipids and sphingolipids (minimum 10%) that easily penetrate skin due to their structure and nourish it. Both phospholipids and sphingolipids are fundamental elements in corneocytes membrane and interstitial lamellar fluid and that is why Ceramide complex (with Phospholipids, Sphingolipids) is highly efficient in restoring the barrier function. The content in natural sphingolipids is also a plus as  sphingolipids are key components to ceramides. Ceramide complex (with Phospholipids, Sphingolipids) has a lamellar presentation form for efficient SC delivery and penetration. It is easily added to any cream or lotion, and can also be combined with our Ceramide 2, 3, 6II Lamellar Liquid Crystal PRE Emulsion

Key benefits of ceramides in skin care:

•    Moisturizing and hydration
•    Restore barrier function
 

Green tea is one of the richest source of polyphenols – phytochemicals that are very beneficial for the human body, including our skin. Besides ECGC (epigallocatechin-3-gallate), green tea has numerous other polyphenolic compounds with strong antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and protective properties. Research on Green Tea Polyphenols (GTPP) showed that their anti-oxidant potency sometimes surpasses Vitamin C, vitamin E and beta-carotene. GTPP provide efficient protection against UV radiation and fight photo-aging. Furthermore, in topical application, green tea has anti-inflammatory properties that along inhibiting sebum production makes GTPP a great addition in anti-acne formulations. The anti-inflammatory properties are also useful in other skin conditions such as rosacea and dermatitis. Last, but not least, GTPP has anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties. With such versatility, green tea polyphenols are a great ingredient for a wide array of DIY formulations.

Key benefits of Green Tea Polyphenols in Skin Care

• Anti-acne [8,9]
• Anti-oxidant [2, 3, 7].
• Lightening and brightening [4,10]
• Moisturizing and hydration [1, 14]
• Oil/sebum control [8,9]
• Sun damage protection [4,5,6]
• Sun damage repair [6]
• Treat hyperpigmentation [4,10]

Liposome Light Moisturizing Gel (oil free) is a light, oil free gel with a liposome structure, formulated with Sclerotium Gum and Lipo 75% phosphatidylcholine. It has been formulated especially to be used as an excellent light moisturizer, perfect for hot climates; it can readily accept up to 10% oil; AND it can accept actives which have been pre-dissolved in either water or Propanediol. Due to Liposome Light Moisturizing Gel's lipsome structure (created with the almost prohibitively expensive Lipo 75% phosphatidylcholine), it can encapsulate actives. This will require sonification, which can be easily done at home with the use of a cheap sonic cleaner and regular stirring. Liposome Light Moisturizing Gel has been custom formulated and manufactured for BulkActives by the same company which produces our Seakelp Bioferment and Multi-Lamellar creams.
 

Magnesium Ascorbyl  Phosphate (MAP) is a water soluble magnesium salt of  ascorbic acid. It is very stable, has great bioavailability and a neutral PH. On the skin, MAP has beneficial effects – similar to vitamin C: antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, boosts skin elasticity, lightening, hydrating, and wound healing, photo-protective. MAP is also easy to use and incorporate in DIY formulation both in aqueous and oil in water emulsions.

Key benefits of Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP) in skin care:

• Antioxidant [3-15]
• Increase skin elasticity [5] [11]
• Stimulate collagen production [5] [11]
• Sun damage protection [9] [10] [11]
• Sun damage repair [9] [10] [11]
• Lightening and brightening [12] [13] [14][15]
• Treat hyperpigmentation [12] [13] [14][15]

In order for skin to be healthy we need a well maintained stratum corneum. A healthy stratum corneum offers protection against environmental stress and water loss.  BulkActives’ multi lamellar cream imitates the skin’s own lipid structure and enhance the skin's natural barrier function. 

BulkActives’ multi lamellar cream is formulated with a new generation, European, sugar based, liquid crystals emulsifying system based on sorbitan stearate with sucrose cocoate. It is formulated specifically for DIY Skin care customers. BulkActives’ multi lamellar cream can be used as is. However, it can easily accept both water, oil, and water soluble and oil soluble powders and liquids. BulkActives’ multi lamellar cream is a great carrier for active skin care ingredients. The multi lamellar structure is ideal for even and effective delivery of skin actives into the skin.

BulkActives’ multi lamellar cream is exclusively and professionally formulated, manufactured and packaged for us by the same biochemist who manufactures our seakelp bioferment, pumpkin bioferment, and lemon bioferment.

NOTE: Based on customer feedback we have reformulated our multi lamellar cream, making it "greener' and even more elegant!  In this NEW formulation we have also replaced the xantham gum with Sclerotium Gum, the preservative system combines the extremely safe, yet effective, Sodium Levulinate and Sodium Anisate, with Potassium sorbate and citric acid.  This means our cream now does NOT contain parabens or phenoxyethanol.

Multi Lamellar Base Cream with SeaKelp Bioferment and Sclerotium Gum (No Oil and No Polymer): 

• Multi-lamellar cream offers outstanding moisturization
• skin barrier repair and maintenance
• optimized delivery of actives

Benefits of Liquid crystal systems:

• Improved dissolution of poorly water soluble actives .
• Liquid crystals can protect and facilitate the transport of fragile molecules e.g. proteins
• Controlled active release:
• Multilayers reduce the interfacial transport of actives dissolved in oil phase
• Active delivery can be tailored depending on the active
• Oleosome structure may enhance delivery of oil soluble ingredients
• Hydrosome structure may enhance delivery of water soluble actives
• Prolonged hydration potential:
• Up to 50% water bound up in swollen water layers.
• This water is less prone to evaporation.
• In-vivo tests moisturization lasts 3 times longer
• Effective Transepidermal Water Loss (TWEL)
• Structure similar to skin

To thicken these creams after adding actives dissolved in waters add a few drops of Gelmaker Ultra (polymer emulsifier)


 

Squalane is an active ingredient belonging to the squalene group. Squalenes naturally occur in sebum – the barrier oil-like substance produced by our skin. Sebum, implicitly due to its squalene content -plays the leading role in the barrier function. Squalane is structurally resembles othe key active principles for skin care such as vitamins A,D,E, K and beta-carotene. Squalane has multiple roles in promoting a healthy skin: anti-oxidant, moisturizing and hydrates. Due to its anti-oxidant properties Squalane sugarcane counteracts oxidative stress, fights free radicals and prevents premature skin structures decay.  Hence it is an important addition to preparation that protects against UV damage. Due to its moisturizing and hydrating properties it’s of great help in maintaining the barrier function and the wellbeing of the epidermis – especially in addressing imbalances linked to dryness, eczema, and acne. Note: Sugar Cane Squalane is the most sustainable source available

Key Benefits of Sugar cane Squalane in skin care

• Anti-oxidant [1, 3, 6, 7, 9, 13]
• Moisturizing and hydration [1, 2, 3, 6, 13]
• Sun damage protection [6, 7, 13]
• Increases skin elasticity [3, 6]
• Anti-bacterial [6]
• Anti-androgenic alopecia [8]
•  Restore barrier function [3]
• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles [4]

Extraction and processing method: Sugarcane is mixed with yeast, fermented, seperated, and purified