26 cosmetic ingredients from Farnesol to Fucus Extract. Every entry carries the INCI name, CAS number where one is assigned, solubility, typical use level, pH range, the phase to add it in, and the regulatory position — then links straight to the material.
Water Soluble — Water-soluble. Disperse into the water phase with stirring; avoid prolonged high heat where the material is heat-sensitive.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
No single published figure applies to every grade of this material. As a working rule, start water-phase actives at 0.5–2%, oil-phase actives at 1–5%, standardised or potent isolates at 0.05–0.5%, and supplier-diluted solutions at the percentage the technical data sheet specifies. Always confirm the exact level against the supplier TDS, your stability and compatibility testing, and the safety assessment for your finished product.
pH RANGE
formulation-dependent
ADD AT
As per the supplier technical data sheet
FUNCTIONS
Deodorant / fragrance
USED IN
Body / deodorant / self-tan
STORAGE
Store in a tightly closed container at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight. Protect from freezing and from prolonged heat.
PACK SIZES
50 g to 5 Kg
REGULATORY
Market-specific claims and active-ingredient rules may apply
Dispersion Only — Practically insoluble in water and oil. Used as a dispersed solid; requires shear, a wetting agent and an anti-settling system.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
0.1–15% depending on shade and format
pH RANGE
any
ADD AT
Dispersed / grind phase
FUNCTIONS
Colouring
USED IN
Eye makeup, colour cosmetics, cleansers
STORAGE
Store in the original sealed container in a cool, dry place at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Re-seal immediately after weighing; many powders are hygroscopic.
PACK SIZES
50 g to 5 Kg
REGULATORY
Permitted colour, application area and purity specification vary by market; confirm CI status and certification
Dispersion Only — Practically insoluble in water and oil. Used as a dispersed solid; requires shear, a wetting agent and an anti-settling system.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
0.1–15% depending on shade and format
pH RANGE
any
ADD AT
Dispersed / grind phase
FUNCTIONS
Colouring
USED IN
Colour cosmetics, bath products
STORAGE
Store in the original sealed container in a cool, dry place at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Re-seal immediately after weighing; many powders are hygroscopic.
PACK SIZES
50 g to 5 Kg
REGULATORY
Permitted colour, application area and purity specification vary by market; confirm CI status and certification
INCI Foeniculum Vulgare Seed Extract · CAS not assigned
FAMILY
Botanical extract
ORIGIN
India / Ayurveda — Foeniculum Vulgare seed
SUPPLY FORM
Powder / liquid extract; solvent system supplier-dependent
SOLUBILITY
Grade Dependent — Solubility is grade-dependent. Confirm the exact carrier system and dilution route on the supplier technical data sheet before formulating.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
0.5–5% for liquid/glycolic extracts; 0.1–1% for dry powder extracts
pH RANGE
4.0–7.0
ADD AT
Water phase, cool-down
FUNCTIONS
Antioxidant
USED IN
Skin and/or hair care
STORAGE
Store in a tightly closed container at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight. Protect from freezing and from prolonged heat.
PACK SIZES
50 g to 5 Kg
REGULATORY
Exact INCI, plant part, solvent and allergen profile verification
INCI Trigonella Foenum-Graecum Seed Extract · CAS not assigned
FAMILY
Botanical extract
ORIGIN
India / Ayurveda — Trigonella Foenum-Graecum seed
SUPPLY FORM
Powder / liquid extract; solvent system supplier-dependent
SOLUBILITY
Grade Dependent — Solubility is grade-dependent. Confirm the exact carrier system and dilution route on the supplier technical data sheet before formulating.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
0.5–5% for liquid/glycolic extracts; 0.1–1% for dry powder extracts
pH RANGE
4.0–7.0
ADD AT
Water phase, cool-down
FUNCTIONS
Mucilage; hair conditioning
USED IN
Skin and/or hair care
STORAGE
Store in a tightly closed container at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight. Protect from freezing and from prolonged heat.
PACK SIZES
50 g to 5 Kg
REGULATORY
Exact INCI, plant part, solvent and allergen profile verification
INCI Trigonella Foenum-Graecum Seed Powder · CAS not assigned
FAMILY
Plant powder
ORIGIN
India / Ayurveda — Fenugreek seed
SUPPLY FORM
Fine powder
SOLUBILITY
Water Dispersible — Water-dispersible rather than truly soluble. Sprinkle into vigorously stirred water or pre-wet in glycerin to avoid lumping.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
No single published figure applies to every grade of this material. As a working rule, start water-phase actives at 0.5–2%, oil-phase actives at 1–5%, standardised or potent isolates at 0.05–0.5%, and supplier-diluted solutions at the percentage the technical data sheet specifies. Always confirm the exact level against the supplier TDS, your stability and compatibility testing, and the safety assessment for your finished product.
pH RANGE
formulation-dependent
ADD AT
As per the supplier technical data sheet
FUNCTIONS
Mucilage; conditioning
USED IN
Hair masks, scalp packs
STORAGE
Store in the original sealed container in a cool, dry place at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Re-seal immediately after weighing; many powders are hygroscopic.
PACK SIZES
50 g to 5 Kg
REGULATORY
Exact INCI, plant part, solvent and allergen profile verification
Dispersion Only — Practically insoluble in water and oil. Used as a dispersed solid; requires shear, a wetting agent and an anti-settling system.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
0.1–15% depending on shade and format
pH RANGE
any
ADD AT
Dispersed / grind phase
FUNCTIONS
Color / coverage / optical effect
USED IN
Makeup, tinted skincare, hair color where applicable
STORAGE
Store in the original sealed container in a cool, dry place at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Re-seal immediately after weighing; many powders are hygroscopic.
PACK SIZES
50 g to 5 Kg
REGULATORY
Color additives are tightly market- and application-specific; certification requirements may apply
Global — Synthetic / nature-identical / botanical / biotech
SUPPLY FORM
Powder / liquid depending grade
SOLUBILITY
Alcohol Soluble — Soluble in ethanol and in polar solvents; limited water solubility. Pre-dissolve in alcohol, glycol or a solubiliser before addition.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
0.1–0.5%
pH RANGE
3.0–4.0
ADD AT
Pre-dissolve in alcohol or glycol
FUNCTIONS
Antioxidant; oxidative-stress support
USED IN
Serums, creams, masks
STORAGE
Store in a tightly closed container at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight. Protect from freezing and from prolonged heat.
Alcohol Soluble — Soluble in ethanol and in polar solvents; limited water solubility. Pre-dissolve in alcohol, glycol or a solubiliser before addition.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
0.1–0.5%
pH RANGE
3.0–4.0
ADD AT
Pre-dissolve in alcohol or glycol
FUNCTIONS
Antioxidant; vitamin C stabilisation
USED IN
C+E+ferulic serums, sun care
STORAGE
Store in the original sealed container in a cool, dry place at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Re-seal immediately after weighing; many powders are hygroscopic.
Water Dispersible — Water-dispersible rather than truly soluble. Sprinkle into vigorously stirred water or pre-wet in glycerin to avoid lumping.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
No single published figure applies to every grade of this material. As a working rule, start water-phase actives at 0.5–2%, oil-phase actives at 1–5%, standardised or potent isolates at 0.05–0.5%, and supplier-diluted solutions at the percentage the technical data sheet specifies. Always confirm the exact level against the supplier TDS, your stability and compatibility testing, and the safety assessment for your finished product.
pH RANGE
formulation-dependent
ADD AT
As per the supplier technical data sheet
FUNCTIONS
Oil-soluble antioxidant; photostabilisation
USED IN
Sun care, antioxidant serums
STORAGE
Store in the original sealed container in a cool, dry place at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Re-seal immediately after weighing; many powders are hygroscopic.
Global — Synthetic / nature-identical / botanical / biotech
SUPPLY FORM
Powder / liquid depending grade
SOLUBILITY
Glycol Soluble — Soluble in glycols (glycerin, propanediol, butylene glycol, propylene glycol) and in water-glycol blends. Pre-dissolve in the glycol before adding to the water phase.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
0.05–0.5%
pH RANGE
4.0–6.0
ADD AT
Pre-dissolve in glycol
FUNCTIONS
Antioxidant; oxidative-stress support
USED IN
Serums, creams, masks
STORAGE
Store in a tightly closed container at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight. Protect from freezing and from prolonged heat.
INCI Linum Usitatissimum Seed Extract · CAS not assigned
FAMILY
Botanical extract
ORIGIN
Global — Linum Usitatissimum seed
SUPPLY FORM
Powder / liquid extract; solvent system supplier-dependent
SOLUBILITY
Grade Dependent — Solubility is grade-dependent. Confirm the exact carrier system and dilution route on the supplier technical data sheet before formulating.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
0.5–5% for liquid/glycolic extracts; 0.1–1% for dry powder extracts
pH RANGE
4.0–7.0
ADD AT
Water phase, cool-down
FUNCTIONS
Mucilage; film forming
USED IN
Skin and/or hair care
STORAGE
Store in a tightly closed container at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight. Protect from freezing and from prolonged heat.
PACK SIZES
50 g to 5 Kg
REGULATORY
Exact INCI, plant part, solvent and allergen profile verification
INCI Citrus Medica Sarcodactylis Fruit Extract · CAS not assigned
FAMILY
Botanical extract
ORIGIN
China / TCM — Citrus Medica Sarcodactylis fruit
SUPPLY FORM
Powder / liquid extract; solvent system supplier-dependent
SOLUBILITY
Grade Dependent — Solubility is grade-dependent. Confirm the exact carrier system and dilution route on the supplier technical data sheet before formulating.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
0.5–5% for liquid/glycolic extracts; 0.1–1% for dry powder extracts
pH RANGE
4.0–7.0
ADD AT
Water phase, cool-down
FUNCTIONS
Aromatic antioxidant
USED IN
Skin and/or hair care
STORAGE
Store in a tightly closed container at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight. Protect from freezing and from prolonged heat.
PACK SIZES
50 g to 5 Kg
REGULATORY
Exact INCI, plant part, solvent and allergen profile verification
INCI Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract · CAS not assigned
FAMILY
Botanical extract
ORIGIN
China / TCM — Polygonum Multiflorum root
SUPPLY FORM
Powder / liquid extract; solvent system supplier-dependent
SOLUBILITY
Grade Dependent — Solubility is grade-dependent. Confirm the exact carrier system and dilution route on the supplier technical data sheet before formulating.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
0.5–5% for liquid/glycolic extracts; 0.1–1% for dry powder extracts
pH RANGE
4.0–7.0
ADD AT
Water phase, cool-down
FUNCTIONS
Traditional hair care
USED IN
Skin and/or hair care
STORAGE
Store in a tightly closed container at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight. Protect from freezing and from prolonged heat.
PACK SIZES
50 g to 5 Kg
REGULATORY
Exact INCI, plant part, solvent and allergen profile verification
INCI Forsythia Suspensa Fruit Extract · CAS not assigned
FAMILY
Botanical extract
ORIGIN
China / TCM — Forsythia Suspensa fruit
SUPPLY FORM
Powder / liquid extract; solvent system supplier-dependent
SOLUBILITY
Grade Dependent — Solubility is grade-dependent. Confirm the exact carrier system and dilution route on the supplier technical data sheet before formulating.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
0.5–5% for liquid/glycolic extracts; 0.1–1% for dry powder extracts
pH RANGE
4.0–7.0
ADD AT
Water phase, cool-down
FUNCTIONS
Purifying
USED IN
Skin and/or hair care
STORAGE
Store in a tightly closed container at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight. Protect from freezing and from prolonged heat.
PACK SIZES
50 g to 5 Kg
REGULATORY
Exact INCI, plant part, solvent and allergen profile verification
INCI Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (Coconut Derived) · CAS 65381-09-1
FAMILY
Ester emollient
ORIGIN
India / Global — Fractionated coconut oil
SUPPLY FORM
Clear liquid
SOLUBILITY
Oil Soluble — Oil-soluble. Add to the oil phase; will not disperse in water without a solubiliser or emulsifier.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
2–20%
pH RANGE
any
ADD AT
Oil phase
FUNCTIONS
Light emolliency; active carrier
USED IN
Serums, massage oils, makeup removers
STORAGE
Store in a cool, dark place in a well-filled, tightly closed container. Minimise headspace and light exposure to limit oxidation; refrigeration extends shelf life for polyunsaturated oils.
Store in a cool, dark place in a well-filled, tightly closed container. Minimise headspace and light exposure to limit oxidation; refrigeration extends shelf life for polyunsaturated oils.
PACK SIZES
50 g to 5 Kg
REGULATORY
Fragrance allergen, phototoxicity, sensitization and use-level review essential
Oil Soluble — Oil-soluble. Add to the oil phase; will not disperse in water without a solubiliser or emulsifier.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
0.1–1% in leave-on; up to 2–3% in rinse-off, inside IFRA limits
pH RANGE
any
ADD AT
Oil phase, cool-down
FUNCTIONS
Aromatic; traditional positioning
USED IN
Anti-ageing oils, balms, meditation products
STORAGE
Store in a cool, dark place in a well-filled, tightly closed container. Minimise headspace and light exposure to limit oxidation; refrigeration extends shelf life for polyunsaturated oils.
PACK SIZES
50 g to 5 Kg
REGULATORY
Fragrance allergen, phototoxicity, sensitization and use-level review essential
Water Dispersible — Water-dispersible rather than truly soluble. Sprinkle into vigorously stirred water or pre-wet in glycerin to avoid lumping.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
2–25% in masks; 1–5% in leave-on
pH RANGE
any
ADD AT
Dispersed phase
FUNCTIONS
Oil absorption; purifying
USED IN
Masks, spot treatments
STORAGE
Store in the original sealed container in a cool, dry place at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Re-seal immediately after weighing; many powders are hygroscopic.
PACK SIZES
50 g to 5 Kg
REGULATORY
Confirm heavy-metal and microbiological specification
Water Dispersible — Water-dispersible rather than truly soluble. Sprinkle into vigorously stirred water or pre-wet in glycerin to avoid lumping.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
0.1–1% for thickening and film forming; 0.5–3% where used as a hydrating active
pH RANGE
4.0–8.0
ADD AT
Water phase, hydrate slowly with good agitation
FUNCTIONS
NMF support; humectancy; conditioning
USED IN
Moisturizers, serums, hair/scalp
STORAGE
Store in the original sealed container in a cool, dry place at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Re-seal immediately after weighing; many powders are hygroscopic.
Water Soluble — Water-soluble. Disperse into the water phase with stirring; avoid prolonged high heat where the material is heat-sensitive.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
0.5–5%
pH RANGE
4.0–7.0
ADD AT
Water phase
FUNCTIONS
Microbiome support / postbiotic / prebiotic positioning
USED IN
Skin, scalp, deodorant, sensitive-skin care
STORAGE
Store in the original sealed container in a cool, dry place at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Re-seal immediately after weighing; many powders are hygroscopic.
PACK SIZES
50 g to 5 Kg
REGULATORY
Microbiome claim substantiation and exact composition review
Water Soluble — Water-soluble. Disperse into the water phase with stirring; avoid prolonged high heat where the material is heat-sensitive.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
No single published figure applies to every grade of this material. As a working rule, start water-phase actives at 0.5–2%, oil-phase actives at 1–5%, standardised or potent isolates at 0.05–0.5%, and supplier-diluted solutions at the percentage the technical data sheet specifies. Always confirm the exact level against the supplier TDS, your stability and compatibility testing, and the safety assessment for your finished product.
pH RANGE
formulation-dependent
ADD AT
As per the supplier technical data sheet
FUNCTIONS
NMF support; humectancy; conditioning
USED IN
Moisturizers, serums, hair/scalp
STORAGE
Store in the original sealed container in a cool, dry place at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Re-seal immediately after weighing; many powders are hygroscopic.
Water Soluble — Water-soluble. Disperse into the water phase with stirring; avoid prolonged high heat where the material is heat-sensitive.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
0.1–1%
pH RANGE
4.0–8.0
ADD AT
Water phase
FUNCTIONS
Conditioning; hydration; antioxidant / film-forming depending material
USED IN
Skin, masks, hair, body
STORAGE
Store in the original sealed container in a cool, dry place at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Re-seal immediately after weighing; many powders are hygroscopic.
Water Soluble — Water-soluble. Disperse into the water phase with stirring; avoid prolonged high heat where the material is heat-sensitive.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
No single published figure applies to every grade of this material. As a working rule, start water-phase actives at 0.5–2%, oil-phase actives at 1–5%, standardised or potent isolates at 0.05–0.5%, and supplier-diluted solutions at the percentage the technical data sheet specifies. Always confirm the exact level against the supplier TDS, your stability and compatibility testing, and the safety assessment for your finished product.
pH RANGE
formulation-dependent
ADD AT
As per the supplier technical data sheet
FUNCTIONS
NMF support; humectancy; conditioning
USED IN
Moisturizers, serums, hair/scalp
STORAGE
Store in the original sealed container in a cool, dry place at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Re-seal immediately after weighing; many powders are hygroscopic.
Grade Dependent — Solubility is grade-dependent. Confirm the exact carrier system and dilution route on the supplier technical data sheet before formulating.
TYPICAL USE LEVEL
0.5–5% liquid; 0.1–1% powder
pH RANGE
4.0–7.0
ADD AT
Water phase, cool-down
FUNCTIONS
Conditioning; hydration; antioxidant / film-forming depending material
USED IN
Skin, masks, hair, body
STORAGE
Store in the original sealed container in a cool, dry place at 15–25 °C, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Re-seal immediately after weighing; many powders are hygroscopic.
How to read these entries. Use levels and pH ranges are typical formulation starting points for a cosmetic raw material, not approvals. A published INCI name does not by itself authorise use: confirm permitted status, maximum concentration, restrictions by product type, labelling and claim rules in every market you sell into, and give every finished product its own safety assessment. Entries marked with a regulatory flag carry a binding limit somewhere — the product page states which framework and what the limit is.
