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Conventional or organic available Prickly Pear oil is nutrient packed and has one of the highest levels of Vitamin E of any plant-based source and contains 150 percent more Vitamin E than the long time facial favorite, Argan oil. Vitamin E is a beloved ingredient in skincare, found in moisturizers, facial oils, face masks, and so much more. Originating in Morocco, prickly pear seed oil, also known as 'barbary fig oil is easily absorbed through the skin, it exerts powerful regenerating and restructuring properties. Prickly pear oil rejuvenates mature skin and also gives it a slight lifting effect. Regular use results in the skin staying elastic, smooth and firm, and has a natural shine. Its antioxidant activity is strengthening and it's protective, anti-pollution and anti-stress properties combat skin-aging from the sun. It is exceptionally rich in essential fatty acids which help to fight against dry skin, improves hydration, slows the aging process of the skin and prevents wrinkles.

Lipidure® NA is a 1% active cationic, biocompatible polymer with various effects in hair care. It reduces static electricity and restores the surface of damaged hair. It prevents discoloration of the hair, and improves the smoothness of hair follicles.

Tamanu seed carrier oil is extracted from nuts of Calophyllum tacamahaca which belongs to Caryophyllaceae family. The name TAMANU is a Tahitian word describing specifically the Calophyllum Inophyllum species which grows solely on Tahiti. The Tamanu nuts are only 3 or 4 cm in diameter and grow in small bunches dispersed throughout the tree. The fruits are green at first. Contrary to most other oil producing nuts, the fresh green Tamanu nuts are completely devoid of oil when they first fall from the tree. They need to be exposed to the sun for a few weeks before they turn a brownish color, develop their aromatic odor and achieve their full oil capacity. The pure expressed Tamanu oil which is extracted from the sun-drenched dry nuts is a rich Olive Green color with a characteristic marked odor. It contains a significant resin concentration (over 20%) which gives it its therapeutic properties well known in pharmacy and beauty care.

Conventional or organic available The olive tree (Olea europaea) is a small species of tree in the family Oleaceae. It is native to the coastal areas of the eastern Mediterranean Basin, Africa and parts of Asia. It is widely naturalized in southern and eastern Australia, particularly in temperate regions.It is most common in south-eastern South Australia, but is also naturalized in south-eastern and central Queensland, in the sub-coastal regions of central and northern New South Wales, in western and central Victoria, in many other parts of South Australia, and in the coastal and sub-coastal districts of south-western Western Australia. The history of Olive Farming in Australia dates back to the early 1800’s. Olives were first planted in groves around Parramatta near Sydney. It is an evergreen tree that grows between 2-12 meters in height and has numerous branches. It is a subtropical broad-leaved evergreen tree with edible fruit. Its leaves, leathery and lance-shaped, are dark green above and silvery on the underside and are paired opposite each other on the twig. The wood is resistant to decay. If the top dies back, a new trunk will often arise from the roots. The olive fruit is classed botanically as a drupe, similar to the peach or plum. Olive trees bloom in late spring small, whitish flowers are borne in loose clusters in the axils of the leaves. Available as Refined or Unrefined

Holy Basil Oil also known as Tulsi Oil is extracted through steam distillation from holy basil (Ocimum sanctum) an aromatic shrub in the basil family. Originating from India it is now grown in Australia, West Africa and some Middle Eastern Countries. Tulsi meaning the incomparible one it has been used throughout India in spiritual rituals and in Ayurvedic practices. It is a tonic for the body, mind and spirit and is grown for its aromatic, medicinal and spiritual purposes.

The soybean (Glycine max) is a species of legume native to East Asia, widely grown for its edible bean which has numerous uses. The plant is classed as an oilseed. Soybean meal is a significant and cheap source of protein for animal feeds and many packaged meals soy vegetable oil is another product of processing the soybean crop. Soybeans produce significantly more protein per acre than most other uses of land. The oil is used in many industrial applications. Soy varies in growth and habit. The height of the plant varies from less than 0.2 to 2.0 m. The pods, stems, and leaves are covered with fine brown or gray hairs. The leaves are trifoliate, having three to four leaflets per leaf, and the leaflets are 6–15 cm long and 2–7 cm broad. The leaves fall before the seeds are mature. The inconspicuous, self-fertile flowers are borne in the axil of the leaf and are white, pink or purple. The fruit is a hairy pod that grows in clusters of three to five each pod is 3–8 cm long and usually contains two to four (rarely more) seeds 5–11 mm in diameter. Soybeans have been adapted across a wide area of Australia from the northern Queensland to the Darling Downs and inland river valleys south to the NSW coastal hinterland and coastal sugar belt to the inland cropping regions of southern NSW and Victoria. They are also grown in the northern irrigation areas of Western Australia.

Conventional or certified organic available Rice Bran Oil is obtained from rice bran which is the outer coat of brown rice. This coat is removed during a milling process and it is rich in vitamin, minerals, proteins, and essential oils. Rice Bran Oil also has components that are believed to hinder UV rays as they meet the skin's surface. Rice Bran Oil has been used for more than 2000 years throughout Asia. Today, it continues to be used for soap and skin cream manufacturing, especially in Japan, where the women who use it are known as Rice Bran Beauties, one of the highest compliments they can receive. Historically, Japanese Geishas would add the water that remained after washing rice to their baths after discovering its ability to cleanse, soften, moisturize, soothe, nourish, and smooth the skin, which slowed the look of aging and brightened the complexion. Aside from being used in their baths and to gently clean their natural wood floors, Rice Bran Oil was used to wash their faces and their hair, to name only two of countless other applications for this beneficial oil.

Conventional or organic available Macadamia - Macadamia integrifolia - is a tree in the Proteaceae family, native to Queensland in Australia. The Macadamia is a medium-sized tree which can grow to approximately 20 m in height with a similar crown width, giving the tree a rounded shape its leaves are simple with toothed margins and are 7 to 15 cm in length. The flowers are white or pinkish followed by woody, rounded fruits which are 2 to 3.5 cm in diameter. The story of the macadamia began thousands of years ago, in the rainforest along the north east coast of Australia. Before European settlement, Aboriginal people congregated on the eastern slopes of Australia’s Great Dividing Range to feed on the seed of two evergreen trees, one of which they called ‘Kindal Kindal’ which was the macadamia. Aboriginal people had other names for macadamia including Boombera, Jindill & Baupal. Macadamias were not staple fare they were considered a delicacy and were treasured and collected wherever they were found. They were also traded between tribes and used as special ceremonial gifts at inter-tribal corroborees. Aboriginal women would collect macadamias in their coolamons or dilly bags and take them to their feasting grounds. They would remove the husk and crack the shells using stones with special indentations. This technique involved placing the flat indented stone over the nut and then striking it with a larger stone, delivering an even force and minimizing the damage to the kernel. Available as Refined and Unrefined.

Sisterna SP01-C is a non-ionic surfactant sucrose polystearate. Being based on sucrose and vegetable fatty acids, Sisterna® sucrose esters are a unique range of natural, PEG-free non-ionic emulsifiers providing an exceptional skin-feel as well as improve smoothness, emolliency and moisture level to te skin. Not only are they used in the personal care industry, they are also approved and widely used in the food industry. In addition, Sisterna® sucrose esters can offer other unique benefits to personal care formulations

CATION DSV is easily adsorbed in hair because it has high molecular weight, and imparts smoothness to hair.

Sisterna SP30-C is a non-ionic surfactant sucrose distearate. Being based on sucrose and vegetable fatty acids, Sisterna® sucrose esters are a unique range of natural, PEG-free non-ionic emulsifiers providing an exceptional skin-feel as well as improve smoothness, emolliency and moisture level to te skin. Not only are they used in the personal care industry, they are also approved and widely used in the food industry. In addition, Sisterna® sucrose esters can offer other unique benefits to personal care formulations.

CATION LQ imparts long-lasting smoothness and softness to hair. It performs as a conditioning agent when used in shampoos.CATION LQ is a lanolin-based cationic surfactant containing approx. 65 wt % of N(N'-lanolin fatty acid amide propyl)-N-ethyl-N,N-dimethylammonium ethylsulfate as the active ingredient, and 1,3-butylene glycol and water as solvents. This product has the features of both lanolin and cationic surfactants (e.g., a moisturizing effect, an antistatic property and a tactile property), making it optimal for use as a base in hair conditioners and treatments. It is also suitable for use as the conditioner ingredient in shampoos with built-in conditioners due to its compatibility with anionic surfactants.

Sisterna A10E-C is a sucrose tetrastearate triacetate. Also based on sucrose and vegetable fatty acids, Sisterna A10E-C can be used as lipidic phase modifier to influence the rheoligical and sensorial properties of oils and natural butters.

Sisterna SP70-C is a non-ionic surfactant sucrose stearate. Being based on sucrose and vegetable fatty acids, Sisterna® sucrose esters are a unique range of natural, PEG-free non-ionic emulsifiers providing an exceptional skin-feel as well as improve smoothness, emolliency and moisture level to te skin. Not only are they used in the personal care industry, they are also approved and widely used in the food industry. In addition, Sisterna® sucrose esters can offer other unique benefits to personal care formulations.

Sisterna SP50-C is a non-ionic surfactant sucrose stearate. Being based on sucrose and vegetable fatty acids, Sisterna® sucrose esters are a unique range of natural, PEG-free non-ionic emulsifiers providing an exceptional skin-feel as well as improve smoothness, emolliency and moisture level to te skin. Not only are they used in the personal care industry, they are also approved and widely used in the food industry. In addition, Sisterna® sucrose esters can offer other unique benefits to personal care formulations.

Biotin USP occurs naturally and is also known as vitamin H or skin vitamin. A lack of biotin leads to skin redness and inflammation, flaky skin and an impaired sebum production. It can also cause weak hair growth, hair loss and fragile nails. Biotin USP is ideal for incorporation into effective skin and hair care products such as day and night creams, anti-aging creams, shampoos and conditioners. Use in nail polish is also recommended

GfN Selco Sabal Serrulata lipophilic is comprised of Octyldodecanol, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, 2-octyldodecan-1-ol and Sabal serrulatum, ext. Extractives and their physically modified derivatives such as tinctures, concretes, absolutes, essential oils, oleoresins, terpenes, terpene-free fractions, distillates, residues, etc., obtained from Sabal serrulatum, Palmae.. It is commonly used for a variety of applications. in Color Cosmetics and Hair Care. It is a Plant Origin product. Key benefits in use include: Anti-inflammatory, Sebum absorption, Sebum control and Shine and radiance.

GfN Selco Ursolic Acid Na-Salt natural is comprised of Sodium Oleanolate and Sodium Ursolate. It is commonly used as Anti Aging Agent, Anti Wrinkle, Anti Microbial Agent and Restoring Agent for a variety of applications in Skin Care. Key benefits in use include: Anti-aging, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-microbial, Repairing, Wrinkle prevention and Wrinkle reduction. It is available in Powder form.

Konjac Mannan 1.0 SP PHE 1.0 comes from the konjac root (also devil's tongue, bot. Amorphophallus konjac) - known in China as »Ju Ruo« and in Japan as »Konyaku«. The polysaccharides act primarily as thickeners, but at the same time moisturize the skin. As a natural, film-forming thickener, the Konjac Mannan 1.0 SP PHE 1.0 solution can be processed with other natural thickeners to form a non-sticky care gel. This product is free of parabens.

Desaron® has a neutral pH value and is particularly suitable and light in hydrogels and water-based formulations. Desaron® can also be incorporated into nourishing face creams and skin care products. The active ingredient shows a very good absorption capacity of water and provides long-term moisture. It actively counteracts lines such as wrinkles and ensures smooth and firm skin. It has an excellent hydrating effect and forms a protective film on the skin.

Coenzyme Q10 is produced in the human body and is responsible for a wide spread range of important biological activities. Coenzyme Q10 is a lipophilic unique antioxidant and radical scavenger that inhibits lipid peroxidation, lipid and protein oxidation in skin cells and regenerates other antioxidants like tocopherol. Because of its unique functions Coenzyme Q10 is an attractive ingredient for many cosmetic applications. It prevents very effective oxidative stress in human skin cells.

Peptidox® Plus P - the Acetyl Octapeptide-3 (pure powder) with dermal, regenerating depth effect. It removes deep lines or wrinkles and is a safer, cheaper and milder alternative to botulinum toxin and is particularly suitable for high-quality cosmetics, e.g. In creams or lotions. Peptidox® Plus P visibly improves the skin's elasticity by building up collagen and decreases wrinkle progression.

Ascorbyl Glucoside is a highly effective antioxidant, improves collagen synthesis and reduces wrinkles. With its skin-lightening effect, the active ingredient is a popular ingredient for corresponding skin creams and care products. The active ingredient is an ascorbic acid derivative and is metabolized to vitamin C after penetrating the skin. Ascorbyl Glucoside repairs and protects against skin damage caused by sun rays.

Hyaluronic Acid is the most hydrated biopolymer known. In living tissues it serves as a connective tissue organizer and water holding substance. Our Hyaluronic Acid Solution Triple 1.5% COS is a combination of 3 Hyaluronic Acids with different molecular weigths, each 0.5% (SMW, LMW, VLMW). It provides intensive moisture and figths against wrinkels. It’s suitable for various applications like anti-aging, skin care, sensitive care, after shave care, after sun care and is Cosmos approved.

Troxerutin, naturally occurring flavonol, a type of most stable flavonoid extracted from Sophora japonica buds. Troxerutin is a hydroxyethylrutoside derived from Rutin in a half synthetic process. Flavonoids are polyphenolic compounds that are present in most fruits and vegetables. It is widely used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, functional foods, water-soluble beverages, and health supplements, and enhances the absorption of vitamin C. Troxerutin is an effective antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent and also has an antibacterial effect. It improves microcirculation and helps promote new angiogenesis. Suitable for: Skin and body care products, sun care and after sun cosmetics, cosmetics for the legs

Innovative state of research Isoprenylcysteine (IPC) with specific Anti-pollution studies. Effective against harmful pollution and wrinkels. Suitable for: Anti-Aging, Detox, Anti-Pollution, Skin Protection

Innovative state of research Isoprenylcysteine (IPC) for stimulation of Aquaporin-3 APQ3 expression and Heme Oxygenase-1 (HO-1) activity. Effective against eye bags and photo-aging. Suitable for: Anti-Aging, Detox, Anti-Stress, Eye Care, Skin Protection

Desamidocollagen K1.5 is one of the scleroproteins (fiber proteins) and is rich in typical amino acids such as proline and hydroxyproline. The active ingredient is considered one of the best moisturizers ever. The collagen has an excellent hydrating effect, forms a protective film on the skin and convinces as a very inexpensive collagen of high quality. Desamidocollagen K 1.5 is particularly suitable for cosmetics for face and skin care.

Linseed extract organic 1.0 NP enables a wide range of skin care products, especially those that aim to take care of stressed skin and repair damaged skin. At a use concentration of 5%, the moisture of the skin increases by 23.6% within 3 hours compared to the initial situation or a placebo. Anti-inflammatory and wound healing effects make linseed extract a valuable active ingredient in face and skin care products. This product is COSMOS certified.

GfN Selco Aloe Vera freeze dried gel powder 200:1 is comprised of Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder. It is commonly used as Moisturizing Agent for a variety of applications in Skin Care, Sun Care, Baby Care, Treatment Products and Bath And Body Care. It is a Plant Origin product. Key benefits in use include: Anti-irritant, Moisturizing and Soft feel. It is available in Powder form. Approved for use in DSL Listed (Canada), EINECS Listed (EU), NZIoC Listed (New Zealand), REACH Listed (Europe), IECIC Listed (China) and EC Cosing Listed (Europa).

GfN Selco Konjac Mannan 1.0 SP is comprised of Amorphophallus Konjac Root Extract, Water and Konjak mannan. It is commonly used as Film Former and Moisturizing Agent for a variety of applications in Bath And Body Care and Skin Care. Key benefits in use include: Film forming and Moisturizing.

GfN Selco Ethyl Ascorbic Acid is comprised of 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid. It is commonly used as Anti Aging Agent, Antioxidant, Whitening Agent and Skin Conditioning Agent for a variety of applications in Skin Care. Key benefits in use include: Anti-aging, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Skin lightening and Skin whitening. Approved for use in IECIC Listed (China) and EC Cosing Listed (Europa).

Cydonia extract 2.5% NP acts as an active ingredient in skin care for the protection and repair of stressed or damaged skin. The use of 8.0% quince extract shows a hydration of the skin of 28.4% after 3 hours compared to the initial situation. We gently extract the quince's active ingredient, which is also used in medicine, using a developed specially method - this is how we ensure the highest quality for cosmetics and skin care.

Peptidox® L - is an aqueous solution of acetyl hexapeptide-8 for smoothing wrinkles in all visible areas. It removes deep lines or wrinkles and is a safer, cheaper and milder alternative to botulinum toxin and is particularly suitable for high-quality cosmetics, e.g. In creams or lotions. Peptidox® L visibly improves the skin's elasticity by building up collagen and decreases wrinkle progression and is non-preserved.

Peptidox® P - the acetyl hexapeptide-8 (pure powder) for smoothing wrinkles in all visible areas. It removes deep lines or wrinkles and is a safer, cheaper and milder alternative to botulinum toxin and is particularly suitable for high-quality cosmetics, e.g. In creams or lotions. Peptidox® P visibly improves the skin's elasticity by building up collagen and decreases wrinkle progression.

Omega-CTP-Active PHE is a highly effective, water-soluble radical scavenger with amino acids and peptides (only 0.8% dosage in one formulation inhibits 55% of the existing hydroxyl radicals) which stimulates the synthesis of collagen and proteins and improves the water retention capacity. Omega-CTP-Active PHE contains arginine and proline, two amino acids that are important for the water balance of the tissue and is free from parabens. Recommended for high-quality face creams, face masks, ampoules, body lotions, after-sun and after-shave products.