Ingredients for beautiful formulations
Cosmetic-grade actives, emulsifiers, emollients, and botanical ingredients for skincare formulators — with AI-guided selection, formulation help, and samples on request.
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Everything you need to create beautiful, effective formulations.
Active Ingredients
Vitamin C, niacinamide, peptides, retinol, and performance actives.
BrowseHumectants & Hydration
Hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and beta-glucan for water-binding.
BrowseEmulsifiers
Build stable creams, lotions, and serums.
BrowseEmollients & Oils
Squalane, jojoba, and carrier oils for skin feel.
BrowsePreservatives
Broad-spectrum systems for safe, shelf-stable products.
BrowseBotanical Extracts
Centella, green tea, and soothing plant actives.
BrowseShop stocked ingredients
In-stock, cosmetic-grade ingredients you can order directly. Specialty actives are available by sample and quote.
Having formulation issues?
Our AI troubleshooter helps you diagnose common skincare formulation challenges and points you to the right ingredients and approaches.
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What preservative is best for a water-based serum?
For a water-based serum, a broad-spectrum system such as phenoxyethanol with ethylhexylglycerin is well-tolerated and widely compatible. I can suggest options and usage considerations for your specific base.