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Moisturisers

Skin becomes dehydrated from too much sun, weather exposure, harsh cleansers and aging. To avoid skin wrinkling and aging, we need to apply moistutisers. In this section we mostly sell humectants. Humectants are water-binding agents that are hydrophilic (water-loving). Their molecular structure enables them to keep the skin soft and pliant by retaining water and binding it in the skin. In this section we also have NFF Complex, which is a combination of Natural Moisturising Factors. See its product listing below for more information. Another type of Moisturiser is known as an Occlusive, which is a Fat, Wax or Vegetable Oil with a large molecular structure that forms a layer on the skin, preventing moisture loss. Jojoba Oil is an excellent Occlusive because of its high wax content. To find out which Occlusives we stock, please see 'Vegetable Oils' and 'Fats & Waxes'. For a new in-depth article on Moisturisers please see our Natural Skin Care Library at the bottom of each page. Our Theory Day will include an even more comprehensive section on how they work. Note: All prices exclude VAT. VAT will be added near the end of the checkout process when you place your order. IMPORTANT: The product photographs displayed on this web site may not accurately represent the product. In some cases the photographs are an artistic representation designed to evoke the product's qualities. Please enquire if you require clarification of any product or its ingredients. Please enter the quantity that you require for each product in the column titled 'Amt' and click the 'Buy Now' button at the bottom of the page. Please ONLY type in a number (representing how many units you require), NOT a weight or volume. Check carefully that you understand the 'Quantity' that each unit represents. To convert Weights and Measures click here Sort by:   [SKU]  [Product]  [Price]  [ Default]  NOTE: Click on "info" link or the product title to access detailed product information. SKU Product Name Product Description CI Qty 6001-6004 [info] Carbamide Moisturiser Crystals Latin / INCI Name Urea Synthesised from Ammonia and Carbon Dioxide. Use 3-5% in Deodorants, Foot & Hand Creams for moisturising and antiseptic purposes. Use up to 10% for softening the feet. S    100g SKU 6001 £2.35 (€ 2.61) 500g SKU 6003 £5.80 (€ 6.44) 1kg SKU 6004 £10.50 (€ 11.66) 6006-6009 [info] D-Panthenol Latin / INCI Name Panthenol Binds water in the outer skin layer. Penetrates the skin and the top layer of nails, follicles and hair. Creates a protective film and makes hair soft and easy to handle. 75% (25% water) proVitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid). Also used in Hair Care products. Use 3-6%. NI    30ml SKU 6006 £3.95 (€ 4.38) 100ml SKU 6007 £8.90 (€ 9.88) 500ml SKU 6008 £36.25 (€ 40.24) 1L SKU 6009 £52.00 (€ 57.72) 6010-6013 [info] Glycerine (Glycerol) Latin / INCI Name Glycerine Used to retain moisture and as a softening agent in Hair Lotions, Skin and Hand Creams, Balsams, Liquid Soaps, etc. Aromantic use only Kosher and Vegetable Glycerine - guaranteed! Use 2-4%. NB    200ml SKU 6010 £4.25 (€ 4.72) 500ml SKU 6011 £8.10 (€ 8.99) 1L SKU 6012 £14.90 (€ 16.54) 5L SKU 6013 £47.20 (€ 52.39) 6033-6036 [info] Glycerine (Organic) Latin / INCI Name Glycerine The first moisturiser ingredient to be 100% organic. Comes from sustainable palm oil production in Venezuela. Used to retain moisture and as a softening agent in Hair Lotions, Skin and Hand Creams, Balsams, Liquid Soaps, etc. Aromantic use only Kosher and Vegetable Glycerine - guaranteed! Use 2-4... ORG N    100ml SKU 6033 £3.95 (€ 4.38) 500ml SKU 6034 £15.30 (€ 16.98) 1L SKU 6035 £26.30 (€ 29.19) 5L SKU 6036 £108.35 (€ 120.27) 6014-6016 [info] Honey Moisturiser Latin / INCI Name Hydroxy- propyltrimomium honey Made from honey. Use 2-5% in Hair and Skin Care formulations. It has a low viscosity and a pleasant feel on the skin. Twice as effective as Glycerine. Efficacy testing has shown that it has the ability to moisturise the hair, penetrate the endocuticle region and help to repair split ends. NS    100ml SKU 6014 £4.80 (€ 5.33) 500ml SKU 6015 £18.10 (€ 20.09) 1L SKU 6016 £32.60 (€ 36.19) 6017-6019 [info] Lactic Acid Latin / INCI Name Lactic Acid Using 0.3-0.6% in your products can lower the pH value of the product to below 5.5 so that it can be used in combination with Preservative K. For use as a peeling Agent (the AHA effect), use 3% in Creams & 1% in Lotions. Also moisturises. N    100ml SKU 6017 £3.65 (€ 4.05) 500ml SKU 6019 £10.35 (€ 11.49) 1L SKU 6018 £18.10 (€ 20.09) 6020-6023 [info] NFF Complex Latin / INCI Name Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Urea, Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein, Sodium Ph Natural, Vegetable-based Moisturising Factor. Use 2-4% in Creams & Lotions. Binds moisture deeper into the epidermis. Adds 60-70% more moisture. Made from, amongst other ingredients, Soya Beans and Asparagus Extract. NB    30ml SKU 6020 £4.75 (€ 5.27) 100ml SKU 6021 £11.85 (€ 13.15) 500ml SKU 6022 £45.20 (€ 50.17) 1L SKU 6023 £83.45 (€ 92.63) 6024-6026 [info] Propylene Glycol Latin / INCI Name Propylene glycol Synthetic. Weak Moisturiser mainly used in Bath Bombs because it does not contain any water. That’s the only reason we stock it – all other humectants contain water and water would make the fizzy bath bomb ingredients start fizzing as soon as the humectants come into contact with the powders that... S    200ml SKU 6024 £3.40 (€ 3.77) 500ml SKU 6025 £6.90 (€ 7.66) 1L SKU 6026 £10.65 (€ 11.82) 6030-6032 [info] Sodium PCA Moisturiser Latin / INCI Name Sodium PCA The sodium salt of pyroglutamic acid, commonly referred to as the 'natural moisturising factor' is found in all living cells. Its function is to help maintain the water balance in cells, which maintains the natural water balance or moisturising of the skin. The body's production of Sodium PCA dec... NB    30ml SKU 6030 £4.35 (€ 4.83) 100ml SKU 6031 £9.55 (€ 10.60) 500ml SKU 6032 £36.20 (€ 40.18) 6027-6029 [info] Sorbitol Latin / INCI Name Sorbitol Like Glycerine, Sorbitol is an alcohol which occurs naturally in many types of fruit and berries. It is chemically synthesised from starch and glucose. Good for Cleansers & Peeling (use 2-5%). Has a velvety feeling on the skin. NB    100ml SKU 6027 £2.95 (€ 3.27) 500ml SKU 6028 £11.95 (€ 13.26) 1L SKU 6029 £19.90 (€ 22.09) go to Checkout