Specialty Actives
Our range of specialty actives is carefully formulated to deliver targeted benefits across a wide spectrum of applications—including personal care, advanced skin care, and pet care formulations.
Lightening & Brightening Actives
Our Whitening and Lightening Actives are scientifically developed to target hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone, and dullness. These powerful ingredients work by gently inhibiting melanin production, promoting a brighter and more radiant complexion over time.
INCI Name: Alpha-Arbutin
Function: Brightening
Other Function: Reduces Hyperpigmentation
Mechanism: Tyrosinase Inhibitor (Impedes production of melanin from the melanocytes), Inhibits Melanin Formation
Solubility: Water Soluble
Form: Powder
Recommended Dosage: Up to 1%
Assay: >= 99.5%
Advantages: Gentle on the skin, naturally occurring derivative of hydroquinone (effective brightening agent but banned due to its effect, under prolonged use, in skin discoloration)
Applications:
Serums, Spot Treatments, Moisturizers
INCI Name: Alpha-Arbutin
Function: Brightening
Other Function: Reduces Hyperpigmentation
Mechanism: Tyrosinase Inhibitor (Impedes production of melanin from the melanocytes), Inhibits Melanin Formation
Solubility: Water Soluble
Form: Powder
Recommended Dosage: Up to 1%
Assay: >= 99.5%
Advantages: Gentle on the skin, naturally occurring derivative of hydroquinone (effective brightening agent but banned due to its effect, under prolonged use, in skin discoloration)
Applications:
Serums, Spot Treatments, Moisturizers
INCI Name: Alpha-Arbutin
Function: Brightening
Other Function: Reduces Hyperpigmentation
Mechanism: Tyrosinase Inhibitor (Impedes production of melanin from the melanocytes), Inhibits Melanin Formation
Solubility: Water Soluble
Form: Powder
Recommended Dosage: Up to 1%
Assay: >= 99.5%
Advantages: Gentle on the skin, naturally occurring derivative of hydroquinone (effective brightening agent but banned due to its effect, under prolonged use, in skin discoloration)
Applications:
Serums, Spot Treatments, Moisturizers
INCI Name: Alpha-Arbutin
Function: Brightening
Other Function: Reduces Hyperpigmentation
Mechanism: Tyrosinase Inhibitor (Impedes production of melanin from the melanocytes), Inhibits Melanin Formation
Solubility: Water Soluble
Form: Powder
Recommended Dosage: Up to 1%
Assay: >= 99.5%
Advantages: Gentle on the skin, naturally occurring derivative of hydroquinone (effective brightening agent but banned due to its effect, under prolonged use, in skin discoloration)
Applications:
Serums, Spot Treatments, Moisturizers
INCI Name: Alpha-Arbutin
Function: Brightening
Other Function: Reduces Hyperpigmentation
Mechanism: Tyrosinase Inhibitor (Impedes production of melanin from the melanocytes), Inhibits Melanin Formation
Solubility: Water Soluble
Form: Powder
Recommended Dosage: Up to 1%
Assay: >= 99.5%
Advantages: Gentle on the skin, naturally occurring derivative of hydroquinone (effective brightening agent but banned due to its effect, under prolonged use, in skin discoloration)
Applications:
Serums, Spot Treatments, Moisturizers
INCI Name: Alpha-Arbutin
Function: Brightening
Other Function: Reduces Hyperpigmentation
Mechanism: Tyrosinase Inhibitor (Impedes production of melanin from the melanocytes), Inhibits Melanin Formation
Solubility: Water Soluble
Form: Powder
Recommended Dosage: Up to 1%
Assay: >= 99.5%
Advantages: Gentle on the skin, naturally occurring derivative of hydroquinone (effective brightening agent but banned due to its effect, under prolonged use, in skin discoloration)
Applications:
Serums, Spot Treatments, Moisturizers
Anti-Aging | Anti-Acne | Antimicrobial Actives
Our multifunctional actives are designed to address key skin concerns with scientifically proven ingredients that deliver real results.
- INCI Name: Bakuchiol
- Function: Anti-Aging
Other - Function: Reduces Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Boosts Skin Elasticity and Firmness, Stimulates Collagen, Soothes Rough and Damaged Skin, Fights Acne, and Improves Hyperpigmentation
- Mechanism: Boosts Collagen Synthesis, Inhibits p38 MAPK and ERK pathways
Solubility: Not soluble in water, soluble in organic solvents - Shelf Life: 2 years
Assay: >= 98%
Recommended Dosage: 0.5% - 1% (2% - 4% for enhanced products) - Advantages: 100% vegan ingredient; Gentle alternative to retinol, offering similar benefits without the associated irritation; Suitable for all skin types; does not make the skin sensitive to UV rays
- Disadvantages: Slower results compared to retinol
- Applications: Serums, Anti-Aging Creams, Moisturizers
- INCI Name: Bakuchiol
- Function: Anti-Aging
Other - Function: Reduces Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Boosts Skin Elasticity and Firmness, Stimulates Collagen, Soothes Rough and Damaged Skin, Fights Acne, and Improves Hyperpigmentation
- Mechanism: Boosts Collagen Synthesis, Inhibits p38 MAPK and ERK pathways
Solubility: Not soluble in water, soluble in organic solvents - Shelf Life: 2 years
Assay: >= 98%
Recommended Dosage: 0.5% - 1% (2% - 4% for enhanced products) - Advantages: 100% vegan ingredient; Gentle alternative to retinol, offering similar benefits without the associated irritation; Suitable for all skin types; does not make the skin sensitive to UV rays
- Disadvantages: Slower results compared to retinol
- Applications: Serums, Anti-Aging Creams, Moisturizers
- INCI Name: Bakuchiol
- Function: Anti-Aging
Other - Function: Reduces Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Boosts Skin Elasticity and Firmness, Stimulates Collagen, Soothes Rough and Damaged Skin, Fights Acne, and Improves Hyperpigmentation
- Mechanism: Boosts Collagen Synthesis, Inhibits p38 MAPK and ERK pathways
Solubility: Not soluble in water, soluble in organic solvents - Shelf Life: 2 years
Assay: >= 98%
Recommended Dosage: 0.5% - 1% (2% - 4% for enhanced products) - Advantages: 100% vegan ingredient; Gentle alternative to retinol, offering similar benefits without the associated irritation; Suitable for all skin types; does not make the skin sensitive to UV rays
- Disadvantages: Slower results compared to retinol
- Applications: Serums, Anti-Aging Creams, Moisturizers
Moisturizing Actives
Our Whitening and Lightening Actives are scientifically developed to target hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone, and dullness. These powerful ingredients work by gently inhibiting melanin production, promoting a brighter and more radiant complexion over time.
- Function: Anti-aging, Hydrates the Skin (Reduces TEWL)
- Other Functions: Reduces fine lines & wrinkles, promotes hair growth, Reconstructs connective tissue
- Mechanism: It forms a protective film that keeps it hydrated for a long time, avoiding the evaporation of water.
Form: White Powder - Assay: >= 93%
Shelf Life: 24 months
Advantages: able to retain a large amount of water (retain over 1000 times its weight); excellent for very dry skin and has an anti-aging and firming action. - Applications: Moisturizer, Facial Serum, Day & Night Cream, Healing Ointments, Lip Care
- Function: Anti-aging, Hydrates the Skin (Reduces TEWL)
- Other Functions: Reduces fine lines & wrinkles, promotes hair growth, Reconstructs connective tissue
- Mechanism: It forms a protective film that keeps it hydrated for a long time, avoiding the evaporation of water.
Form: White Powder - Assay: >= 93%
Shelf Life: 24 months
Advantages: able to retain a large amount of water (retain over 1000 times its weight); excellent for very dry skin and has an anti-aging and firming action. - Applications: Moisturizer, Facial Serum, Day & Night Cream, Healing Ointments, Lip Care
- Function: Anti-aging, Hydrates the Skin (Reduces TEWL)
- Other Functions: Reduces fine lines & wrinkles, promotes hair growth, Reconstructs connective tissue
- Mechanism: It forms a protective film that keeps it hydrated for a long time, avoiding the evaporation of water.
Form: White Powder - Assay: >= 93%
Shelf Life: 24 months
Advantages: able to retain a large amount of water (retain over 1000 times its weight); excellent for very dry skin and has an anti-aging and firming action. - Applications: Moisturizer, Facial Serum, Day & Night Cream, Healing Ointments, Lip Care
Sunscreen Application
Sunscreen is a vital part of any skincare routine, offering protection against harmful UVA and UVB rays that can cause sunburn, premature aging, and skin damage. For maximum effectiveness, sunscreen should be applied generously to all exposed skin at least 15 to 30 minutes before going outdoors.
- Function: Color-change carrier
- Mechanism: Carries functional substances or pigments
- Form: Encapsulated
Advantages: Good stability and compatibility - Applications:
Sunscreens, Moisturizing Products, CC creams, BB Creams, Color Cosmetics
- Function: Color-change carrier
- Mechanism: Carries functional substances or pigments
- Form: Encapsulated
Advantages: Good stability and compatibility - Applications:
Sunscreens, Moisturizing Products, CC creams, BB Creams, Color Cosmetics
- Function: Color-change carrier
- Mechanism: Carries functional substances or pigments
- Form: Encapsulated
Advantages: Good stability and compatibility - Applications:
Sunscreens, Moisturizing Products, CC creams, BB Creams, Color Cosmetics
- Function: Color-change carrier
- Mechanism: Carries functional substances or pigments
- Form: Encapsulated
Advantages: Good stability and compatibility - Applications:
Sunscreens, Moisturizing Products, CC creams, BB Creams, Color Cosmetics
- Function: Color-change carrier
- Mechanism: Carries functional substances or pigments
- Form: Encapsulated
Advantages: Good stability and compatibility - Applications:
Sunscreens, Moisturizing Products, CC creams, BB Creams, Color Cosmetics
Multi-functional
Our Multi-functional Actives are versatile ingredients designed to deliver multiple skin benefits in a single formulation. These actives combine properties such as hydration, anti-aging, brightening, and antimicrobial effects—making them ideal for simplifying product formulations without compromising performance.
- INCI Name: WATER (AND) GLYCERIN (AND) MINERAL OIL (AND) BUTYLENE GLYCOL (AND) NEOPENTYL GLYCOL DICAPRATE (AND) PHENYL TRIMETHICONE (AND) OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE (AND) HEXYL LAURATE (AND) 3-O-ETHYL ASCORBIC ACID (AND) HYDROGENATED LECITHIN (AND) POLYGLYCERYL-3 METHYLGLUCOSE DISTEARATE (AND) TOCOPHERYL ACETATE (AND) CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT
- Function: Stabilized Ingredient Delivery, Nano emulsion with Vitamin C Derivative
- Mechanism: Promotes anti-tyrosinase activities that is not bound to Melanocyte Toxicity
- Form: Encapsulated
Recommended Dosage: 20% - Assay: 2% VCE Crystal (Brightening), 1.5% Hydrogenated Lecithin (Sebum Control), 0.10% Centella Asiatica Extract (Hydration)
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We are a trusted partner and dependable source of world-class specialty ingredients, premium fragrances, and high-quality flavors tailored to meet the demands of diverse industries.
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