anti-inflammatory

What is Allantoin and Why is it Essential for DIY Skincare?

Allantoin is a naturally occurring compound found in many plants and mammals, prized in cosmetics for its skin-healing and anti-inflammatory properties. This versatile ingredient is ideal for DIY skincare enthusiasts looking to create effective, multi-functional products.

What are the Key Benefits of Allantoin in Homemade Skincare?

• Wound Healing Support: Accelerates skin repair and visibly reduces scar size.
• Anti-inflammatory Action: Soothes irritated skin and diminishes redness.
• Antimicrobial Properties: Combats nail fungus and various skin infections.
• Safe and Versatile: Suitable for a wide range of DIY skincare applications.

How Can You Use Allantoin in Your DIY Skincare Routine?

Incorporate allantoin into your homemade creams, lotions, and serums for enhanced healing, scar prevention, and overall skin health. Its gentle yet effective nature makes it perfect for both preventive care and treating existing skin concerns.

EcoFriendly, sustainable, synthetic Alpha Bisabolol , which offers all the benefits of natural Alpha Bisabolol, is now available.
For thousands of years, chamomile has been a prized component of many ancient therapies.  The active ingredient of chamomile, α-bisabolol, is a lightly floral-scented essential oil extracted from the Candeia tree, a tropical relative of cammomile, in modern times. In order to produce 100 tons of α-bisabolol, 850 hectares of timber must be harvested . Due to deforestation amid a global high demand, synthetic sources of α-bisabolol are now available.  New generations of the synthetic compound offer 85% α-bisabolol content and all of the benefits of the natural product.  Easily absorbed by the skin, α-bisabolol is a potent anti-microbial agent, anti-inflammatory, and potent wound-care agent.   It has valuable applications in soaps, lotions, soothing face creams, and wound-healing products

Key benefits of Sustainable Alpha Bisabolol in skin care:

• Anti-bacterial [1] [2] [3] [6]
• Anti-acne [1] [2] [3] [6] [7]
• Anti-inflammatory [1] [2] [3] [7]
• Moisturizing and hydration [9]
• Sun damage repair [1] [7]
• Wound healing support [2] [9]
• Reduce rosacea

What is Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) and Its Role in DIY Skincare?

Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) is a naturally occurring antioxidant that also shows numerous attractive features for use in cosmetic skin care. It is known as a dietary supplement for a long time, but recent research suggests it may be more effective through other applications, such as skin creams. ALA neutralizes free radicals, thus helping to fight ageing and cancer. It is more effective in combating free radicals than common vitamins, such as vitamin C or E, hence lipoic acid is called the "universal antioxidant". In skin care, ALA was also shown to promote wound healing, treat and prevent diabetic ulcers. Cosmetics research suggests that ALA can promote collagen synthesis, thus reducing the visible effects of ageing on skin, and improving the appearance without any noticeable side effects.

What Are the Key Benefits of Alpha Lipoic Acid in Skin Care?

• Antioxidant [1] [2] [5] [7] [8]
• Anti-inflammatory [5] [7]
• Stimulate collagen production [14]
• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles [16] [15]
• Sun damage protection [17] [19]
• Sun damage repair [1] [2] [5] [7] [8] [16] [15]
• Wound healing support [10] [11] [12]

L-ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is an essential nutrient which has many cosmetic benefits. It is a remarkable antioxidant and can scavenge reactive oxygen species and other free radicals, protecting the skin from oxidative stress. It can stimulate collagen synthesis by promoting cross-linking and stabilizing collagen molecules, upregulating collagen genes, increasing the transcription of the tissue inhibitor of matrix metalloproteinase 1, and inducing fibroblast proliferation. It reduces pigmentation by suppressing tyrosinase, which is important for melanin production. It is an anti-inflammatory agent and can be used to treat inflammatory skin disease such as erythema. Together, L-ascorbic acid provides powerful anti-aging properties and has been shown to reduce wrinkles, improve elasticity, and protect against sun damage. Stability and absorption of L-ascorbic acid is a concern. While the anhydrous L-ascorbic acid might be the most stable form, adding vitamin E not only helps stabilizing L-ascorbic acid, but the two have synergistic effects on anti-aging.  Used in: philosopy's turbo booster c powder and SkinCeuticals.

Key benefts of L-ascorbic acid in skin care:

• Anti-inflammatory ^[31]
• Antioxidant ^{[4] [5] [6] [7] [8]}
• Increase skin elasticity ^[26]
• Lightening and brightening ^{[4] [22] [28] [29] [30]}
• Matrix metalloproteinases (MMP) inhibitors ^[19]
• Moisturizing and hydration ^[21]
• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles ^{[7] [21] [22] [25] [26]}
• Ttimulate collagen production ^{[5] [13] [14] [15] [16] [17] [18] [19] [20] [21] [22] [23] [24]}
• Sun damage protection ^{[9] [11]}
• Sun damage repair ^{[6] [22] [26]}
• Teat hyperpigmentation ^{[4] [9] [22] [25] [28] [29] [30]}
• Wrinkle relaxers ^[22]

• 16% solution gives 1% Boswelic Acid content in final product.
• 46% solution gives 3% Boswelic Acid content in final product.
• 66% solution gives 5% Boswelic Acid content in final product.

Key benefits of Boswellia serrata in skin care:

• Anti-inflammatory ^{[1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] [10]}
• Sun damage repair ^{[1] [5]}
• Stimulate collagen production ^[1]
• Reduce fine lines ^{[1] [5]}
• Anti-bacterial ^[10]
• Anti-acne ^[10]
• Tumor inhibition ^[3]
• Wound healing support ^[4]

Key benefits Carnosine in skin care:

• Glycation inhibitor and repair ^{[1] [9]}
• Sun damage protection ^{[3] [4]}
• Sun damage repair ^{[3] [4]}
• Wound healing support ^{[11] [12]}
• Moisturizing & hydration ^{[13] [14]}
• Antioxidant ^{[4] [5] [6]}
• Restore barrier function ^[8]

Centella asiatica is a tropical plant that has been used extensively in Indian medicine. It has diverse applications for skin cosmetics: firstly, it is effective in wound care, as it promotes healing of simple, infected, non-healing, or burn wounds, as well as wounds in patients with diabetes, undergoing radiotherapy or steroid medication. Centella is also used for treating scars and preventing or reducing stretch marks. The extract of this plant promotes synthesis of collagen, hydroxyproline, hyaluronic acid and cell growth factors, thus helping to maintain the elasticity, strength and general appearance of healthy skin. It also protects the skin from ageing damage, such as glycation, and UV damage, likely by activating antioxidant synthesis.

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

• 15% solution gives 1% triterpenes content in final product.
• 43% solution gives 3% triterpenes content in final product.
• 72% solution gives 5% triterpenes content in final product.
   

Key benefits of Centella asiatica in skin care:

• Wound healing support ^{[1] [2] [4] [5] [8]}
• Stimulate HA production ^[2]
• Stimulate collagen production ^{[2] [4] [5] [7]}
• reduce fine lines and wrinkles ^{[2] [4] [5] [7]}
• Increase skin elasticity ^[2]
• Glycation inhibitor and repair ^[9]
• Scar care ^{[2] [4] [12]}
• Sun damage protection ^[9]

Coenzyme Q10 is a molecule naturally involved in energy metabolism in all human cells. Among its many benefits, the antioxidant properties are the most researched. This molecule can prevent oxidation damage to water-insoluble molecules, DNA mutations, collagen synthesis decrease, pigmentation, inflammation and other adverse effects associated with UV exposure and ageing. In combination with vitamin E or other antioxidants, an exceedingly strong antioxidative effect can be achieved. Furthermore, coenzyme Q10 has a unique capability to protect against infrared A radiation, which is also found in sunlight. The promotion of collagen synthesis makes this coenzyme useful in treating ageing-associated skin changes, such as wrinkle appearance. Finally, its anti-inflammatory effect is beneficial not only for UV-damaged skin, but also for wound healing support.

NOTE: To assist you with solubility issues, we now also sell CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10) as a liquid standardized pre-dissolved solution. Just add the liquid to your cream and mix well.

Key benefits of Coenzyme Q10 in skin care:

• Sun damage protection ^{[5] [7] [9]}
• Antioxidant ^{[1] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8]}
• Increase cellular energy production ^[15]
• Stimulate collagen production ^{[5] [8] [10] [13]}
• Lightening & brightening ^[10]
• Sun damage repair ^{[5] [7] [8]}
• Reduce fine lines & wrinkles ^{[5] [11]}
• Wound healing support ^[13]
• Anti-inflammatory ^{[6] [10] [12] [13]}

Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate is a salt of glycyrrhizic acid that exhibits several properties that make it useful for cosmetic purposes. Glycyrrhizic acid is also known as glycyrrhizinic acid or glycyrrhizin. It is extracted from licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra). However, due to glycyrrhizic acid being poorly soluble in water, its potassium salt is frequently utilized instead in skin care products. Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate is a substance well known to the medical community because it has been investigated as potential treatment for several disorders. For example, in Japan it is used as treatment for chronic hepatitis due to its potent antiviral effects. Its beneficial properties can also be transferred to skin care because this licorice constituent displays prominent anti-inflammatory, anti-irritant, anti-aging, anti-psoriatic, anti-allergic and immune modulatory effects..

Key benefits of dipotassium glycyrrhizinate in skin care:

• anti-inflammatory ^{[3] [4] [6] [8] [9] [10]}
• antioxidant ^{[7] [9]}

Key benefits of DMAE bitartrate in skin care: 

• Wrinkle tightener [3] [7] [8] [9]
• Anti-inflammatory [3] [6]
• Moisturizing and hydration [8]
• Antioxidant [3]
• Reduce dark circles under eyes [8]
• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles [3] [5] [7] [8] [9]

Ginkgo biloba is a unique tree species. Its leaf extract contains a diverse variety of molecules useful in cosmetics and pharmacology. Firstly, they are potent antioxidants, and can even activate the production of enzymes that neutralize free radicals. Combined with the anti-inflammatory effects, this extract provides an effective defense against UV radiation and ageing symptoms. Dermal applications of this extract can even lead to protection of other organs. Another major application of Ginkgo biloba is moisturizing the skin, which helps to increase its elasticity and visual appearance, even reducing the amount of wrinkles. Furthermore, this extract helps to maintain the barrier function of the skin – it reduces water loss through epidermis, thus reducing skin dryness and irritation. In combination with green tea extract, Ginkgo shows even stronger benefits in these areas.

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

Key benefits of Ginkgo Biloba in skin care:

• Sun damage protection ^{[1] [6] [8] [10] [11]}
• Sun damage repair ^{[7] [10]}
• Antioxidant ^{[1] [6]}
• Capillary health ^{[6] [14]}
• Increase skin elasticity ^[2]
• Moisturizing & hydration ^{[2] [3] [4]}
• Restore barrier function ^{[2] [3] [4] [5]}
• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles ^{[2] [4] [9]}
• Anti-inflammatory ^{[9] [12] [13]}

N-acetyl glucosamine is a compound with a wealth of uses for improving skin condition. It is a known precursor to hyaluronic acid, a major component of skin structure. Hyaluronic acid is essential for hydration and n-acetyl glucosamine has been shown to increase moisture. N-acetyl glucosamine helps heal wounds, increase collagen, and reduce acne. It reduces hyperpigmentation, especially when combined with niacinamide, a member of the vitamin B3 family. It has anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which allow it to help heal and prevent sun damage. Overall, this compound can help prevent premature aging and reduce signs of aging, such as wrinkles, especially when combined with niacinamide.

Key benefits of Glucosamine in skin care:

• Stimulate HA production ^{[2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] 10]}
• Moisturizing and hydration ^{[2] [5] [9] [11]}
• Treat hyperpigmentation ^{[2] [4] [9]}
• Wound healing support ^{[2] [11]}
• Stimulate collagen production ^[11]
• Scar care ^[2]
• Anti-acne ^{[2] [6]}
• Anti-inflammatory ^{[2] [3]}
• Anti-oxidant [2] [7]
• Sun damage repair ^{[1] [7]}
• Sun damage protection ^[7]
• Increase skin elasticity ^{[5] [11]}
• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles ^{[2] [10]}
• Matrix metalloproteinases [MMP] inhibitors ^[7]

• 11% solution gives 1% EGCG content in final product.
• 33% solution gives 3% EGCG content in final product.
• 54% solution gives 5% EGCG content in final product.

Key benefits of Green Tea EGCG in skin care:

• Sun damage protection ^{[1] [2] [3] [4] [5]}
• Sun damage repair ^{[1] [2] [3]}
• Antioxidant ^{[1] [2] [3] [7]}
• Capillary health ^[19]
• Moisturizing & hydration ^{[8] [9] [11]}
• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles ^{[10] [11]}
• Wound healing support ^{[17] [18]}
• Oil/sebum control ^[12]
• Lightening & brightening ^[6]
• Restore barrier function ^{[8] [9]}
• Anti-inflammatory ^[1]
• Anti-acne ^{[12] [13]}
• Anti-bacterial ^{[13] [14] [16]}

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

Key benefits of Hesperidin methyl chalcone in skin care:

• Sun damage protection ^{[8] [11]}
• Capillary health ^{[4] [5] [12]}
• Lightening & brightening ^{[7] [8]}
• Reduce dark circles under the eyes ^[6]
• Restore barrier function ^{[1] [9] [10]}
• Anti-inflammatory ^{[2] [5]}

Key benefits of Niacinamide in skin care:

• Treat hyperpigmentation ^{[3] [7] [8]}
• Lightening and brightening ^{[3] [7] [8]}
• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles ^[9]
• Anti-inflammatory ^{[5] [6] [8]}
• Anti-oxidant ^{[10] [13]}
• Anti-acne ^{[1] [5] [11]}
• Moisturizing and hydration ^{[2] [5] [12]}
• Restore barrier function ^{[2] [5] [12]}
• Wound healing support ^{[5] [6]}
• Increase skin elasticity ^{[5] [9]}
• Oil/sebum control ^[2]
• Pore refinement ^[2]
• Sun damage repair ^[13]
• Sun damage protection ^[10]
• Stimulate collagen production ^[5]
• Stimulate HA production ^[9]

 Key benefits of Oat Beta Glucan (Beta 1-3, 1-4) in skin care:

• anti-inflammatory ^{[1] [4] [5] [9]}
• reduce fine lines and wrinkles ^{[5] [7] [8]}
• wound healing suport ^{[9] [10] [11] [12]}
• moisturizing and hydration ^[7]
• increase skin elasticity ^{[5] [7] [8] [9]}
• sun damage protection ^[12]
• sun damage repair ^{[5] [9]}
• antioxidant ^{[13] [14]}
• scar care ^{[9] [10]}
• stimulate collagen production ^{[8] [9] [10]}

Phytosterols are a family of plant-produced molecules with diverse health benefits. In cosmetics, the ability to stimulate collagen production is most interesting. Together with antioxidant activity and down-regulation of collagen degrading enzymes, these abilities help repair damage in photoaged skin. Phytosterols also have anti-inflammatory properties, which are useful in UV protection, dermatitis treatment, and even cancer prevention. They are widely used in burn wound care – phytosterols were found to improve healing, improve scar appearance and possess analgesic properties, reducing the need of opiate drugs. Antimicrobial activity of phytosterols is also important in skin care, as it can be utilized in both wound care and general fight against infections, such as Candida. Finally, phytosterols regulate transport of cholesterol and thus sebum production – this may present a good treatment option for acne and other sebum-related conditions.

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

• 11% solution gives 1% Phytosterols content in final product.
  32% solution gives 3% Phytosterols content in final product.
  53% solution gives 5% Phytosterols content in final product.

Key benefits of Phytosterols in skin care:

• Anti-inflammatory [2], [12]–[14]
• Anti-bacterial [6], [7]
• Oil/sebum control [8]
• Anti-acne [8]
• Sun damage protection [10], [11]
• Stimulate collagen production [9]–[11]
• Restore barrier function [5]
• Matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) inhibitors [9]–[11]
• Wound healing support [3]–[5]
• Scar care [3]–[5]

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.
   

• 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]

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

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]

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]

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]

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