Ethyl Butyrate

Ethyl Butyrate (FEMA 2427) is the quintessential pineapple-banana fruity ester — IFRA-unrestricted, halal-certified, and essential for tropical top notes in attars, EDPs, and personal care.

Black Musk Oil

Complete guide to Black Musk Oil (Misk-e-Siyah). IFRA component analysis, halal synthesis chain, olfactory evolution

Ambergris Oil

Synthetic Ambergris Oil (Anbar/عنبر) — vegan, cruelty-free reconstruction of aged white ambergris. Marine, animalic, fixative. IFRA 51st unrestricted. Halal. For attars, EDPs & bridal body oils.

Furaneol

Furaneol (HDMF, CAS 3658-77-3) is the molecule behind ripe strawberry and caramel aromas. A gourmand powerhouse for Pakistani attars, EDPs, and personal care. Halal. FEMA GRAS 3174.

Benzyl Acetate

Benzyl Acetate (CAS 140-11-4) is the primary jasmine aroma ester —chameli ki khushbu. IFRA-restricted, FEMA GRAS 2135, halal confirmed.Three Pakistani formulas included.

Carnauba Wax

Carnauba Wax (COPERNICIA CERIFERA CERA) is the world's hardest naturalwax (MP 80–86°C), essential for heat-stable lip balms, mascaras, andhair wax in Pakistan's summer climate. Halal, vegan, EU permitted.

Orange Extract Liquid

Orange Extract Liquid (Citrus sinensis, CAS 8028-48-6) is a water-soluble hesperidin brightening botanical with AHA exfoliation and antioxidant activity for South Asian skin.

Bismuth Subnitrate

Bismuth Subnitrate (CI 77169, CAS 1304-85-4) is a halal mineral mattifier that absorbs sebum, scatters light for a soft-focus matte finish, and provides mild astringency for Pakistani oily skin.

Myristic Acid

Myristic Acid (CAS 544-63-8) is Pakistan's premier foam-building C14 fatty acid — plant-derived from coconut oil, fully halal, EU-permitted. Essential for CP soap, cleansers, and shaving cream.

Caustic Soda

The definitive guide to Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) for Pakistani soap makers and cosmetic formulators — halal-certified, EU Annex III compliant, 3 verified formulas.

EGMS (Ethylene Glycol Monostearate)

EGMS (Glycol Stearate, CAS 111-60-4) is the pearl-brightening agent for shampoos, body washes and creams. Covers EU status, halal verification, and three formulas for Pakistani formulators.

Chloroxylenol (PCMX)

Chloroxylenol PCMX (CAS 88-04-0) is the active in Dettol — an EU Annex Vpermitted preservative. Halal, 100% synthetic. 3 formulas for Pakistaniantibacterial soaps, shampoos & face washes.

PTM (Phenyl Trimethicone)

Phenyl Trimethicone (PTM; CAS 2116-84-9) is a high-RI silicone fluid for glass-hair serums, bridal primers, and SPF 50 sunscreens. Halal, CIR-affirmed, EU permitted.

Paraffin Wax 64fh

Paraffin Wax 64fh is a fully hydrotreated cosmetic mineral wax (CAS 8002-74-2) for lip balms, pomades, heel ointments, and depilatory wax. Halal, EU permitted, heat-stable at 45°C.

Cyclopentasiloxane (D5)

Cyclopentasiloxane (D5) is the volatile silicone carrier behind every premium hair serum, silicone primer, and SPF formula. Halal, cosmetic grade ≥99%, D4 <0.1%.

Octyl Methoxycinnamate

Octyl Methoxycinnamate (EHMC) is the world's most widely used chemical UVB filter. Absorbs 280–320 nm UV to prevent sunburn, melasma & photoageing. EU Annex VI/12 approved. Halal ✓

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) – Powder

Pantothenic Acid (CAS 79-83-4) is a water-soluble humectant and hair conditioning active, EU-permitted, 100% halal-synthetic, ideal for Pakistani serums, creams, and shampoos.

Cucumber Extract

Cosmetic-grade Cucumber Extract (CAS 89998-01-6): multi-pathway anti-inflammatory, humectant, and antioxidant active. EU-permitted, halal, non-comedogenic. 1–5% in serums, eye gels & after-sun.

Zinc PCA

Zinc PCA is the dual-action sebum regulator and NMF humectant for oily, acne-prone skin. Science-backed oil control without drying — for Pakistani South Asian skin types.

Biotin (Vitamin B7)

Biotin (Vitamin B7, INCI: BIOTIN) is a halal-verified B-vitamin coenzyme for keratin synthesis and scalp health. EU freely permitted. Complete guide for Pakistani formulators.

Mandelic Acid

Mandelic Acid (CAS 90-64-2) — the aromatic AHA for South Asian skin. Exfoliates, brightens hyperpigmentation, clears acne, and fades PIH without glycolic acid's irritation risk.

Paraffin Wax 60fh

Cosmetic-grade petroleum wax for lip balms, barrier creams, hand salves and spa therapy. INCI: Paraffin, CAS 8002-74-2. Halal ✓, EU-permitted, three complete Pakistani formulas.

Palmitic Acid

Palmitic Acid (CAS 57-10-3) is the skin-identical C16 fatty acid from palm and coconut oil — emollient, ceramide precursor, soap former, and pearlising agent for Pakistani formulators.

Pearl Powder

Pearl Powder (INCI: PEARL POWDER) is a nacre mineral-protein complex delivering instant optical luminosity and sustained tyrosinase inhibition via HCP for nikhar — pearl-like radiance on Pakistani skin.

Baking Soda (Sodium Bicarbonate)

Cosmetic-grade Sodium Bicarbonate (Meetha Soda) — pH buffer, gentle exfoliant, aluminium-free deodorant active, and bath bomb base. Halal-certified, EU-permitted, Pakistan-formulated.

Avobenzone

Avobenzone (Parsol 1789, CAS 70356-09-1) is the world's gold-standard UVA filter — EU Annex VI approved at 5%, FDA OTC at 3%, halal. Three SPF formulas for Pakistan.

AOS (Alpha-Olefin Sulfonates)

AOS (Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate) is a sulfate-free anionic surfactant that outperforms SLS/SLES in Pakistan's hard water — ideal for premium shampoo, body wash, and baby wash.

Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate

Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate (ALS) is Pakistan's premier mild anionic surfactant — coconut-derived, halal-certified, DRAP-permitted. The backbone of every professional shampoo formulation.

Alpha Arbutin Powder

Pakistan's gold-standard skin brightening active. Biosynthetic tyrosinase inhibitor at 0.5–2% for PIH, melasma, and hyperpigmentation in Fitzpatrick III–VI skin. EU Annex III compliant, halal-documented.

Lactic Acid

Mulberry Liquid Extract

Mulberry Liquid Extract (Morus alba L.) — Pakistan's most potent natural tyrosinase inhibitor. Oxyresveratrol at IC50 ~1.2 µM. Halal, EU-permitted, complete formulas.

Kojic Acid Water Soluble

Kojic Acid Water Soluble (CAS 501-30-4) — the gold-standard tyrosinase inhibitor for skin brightening. EU Annex III compliant, halal-documented, with three complete Pakistani formulas.

Moisturizing Cream Base

A ready-to-use O/W emulsion base (Aqua, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20) for Pakistani formulators. Add actives and botanicals — the emulsion science is done.

Pearl liquid

Pearl Liquid is a cold-process pearlizing concentrate (EGDS, Laureth-4, Cocamide MEA) that transforms shampoos and body washes into brilliantly lustrous, creamy-white premium products at 1–5% use level.

Olivem 1000

Olivem 1000 is a COSMOS-certified biomimetic O/W emulsifier formingliquid crystal structures that replicate the skin barrier — halal,PEG-free, RSPO-available.

Optiphen Plus Liquid

Optiphen Plus Liquid is Pakistan's professional broad-spectrum preservative system — paraben-free, formaldehyde-free, halal-certified. EU Annex V permitted.

L-glutathione

Kaolin clay

Distilled Water

Cosmetic-grade Distilled Water (INCI: AQUA) — the universal base for every serum, toner, emulsion, and shampoo. Why Pakistan's tap water fails formulations, and how to fix it.

Zinc Pyrithione

Zinc Pyrithione (ZPT, CAS 13463-41-7) is the world's most clinically proven anti-dandruff active — halal, DRAP-permitted, FDA OTC approved at up to 2% in rinse-off scalp care products.

Zinc Oxide

Zinc Oxide (CI 77947, CAS 1314-13-2) is a broad-spectrum mineral UV filter covering UVB + full UVA, with anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and skin-barrier benefits. Halal-confirmed, FDA GRASE, EU Annex VI.

Witch Hazel Extract Liquid

Witch Hazel Extract Liquid (Hamamelis virginiana) is a tannin-rich botanical astringent delivering proven pore-tightening, anti-acne, and anti-inflammatory action for oily Pakistani skin.

Xanthan Gum

Xanthan Gum (CAS 11138-66-2) is Pakistan's essential cosmetic bio-thickener — a halal, EU-permitted fermentation biopolymer for gel serums, face masks, hair gels, and emulsions at 0.1–2%.

White Soap Base (Melt &amp; Pour)

White Soap Base is Pakistan's most versatile melt-and-pour soap canvas — vegetable-derived, fully Halal, no lye required. Complete guide to formulas, safety, and market applications.

White Scrubbing Beads

Premium spherical microparticles (200–500 µm) for controlled mechanicalexfoliation. Available in PE and eco-friendly CAB cellulose grades forPakistani cosmetic formulators.

White Mineral Oil

White Mineral Oil (MINERAL OIL, CAS 8042-47-5) is Pakistan's most trusted emollient — reducing TEWL by 40–60%. The backbone of Roghan-e-Bachha baby oil, body lotion, and champi tel hair oil.

White Emulsifying Wax

White Emulsifying Wax (Emulsifying Wax NF) is Pakistan's most essential cosmetic emulsifier — a self-emulsifying blend that creates stable O/W creams, lotions, and hair masks.

Vitamin E Oil

Vitamin E Oil (TOCOPHEROL) is Pakistan's essential lipid antioxidant — EU freely permitted, Halal, and proven for UV barrier repair, brightening, and anti-ageing in all skin types.

Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid)

Cosmetic-grade Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid, CAS 50-81-7). Brighten skin,stimulate collagen, neutralise UV damage. Halal, EU-permitted. bioshop.pk

Vitamin B5 (D-Panthenol)

D-Panthenol (CAS 81-13-0) is the wound-healing Provitamin B5 that converts to Pantothenic Acid in skin cells. Halal, EU-permitted, FDA-approved. Three verified Pakistani formulas included.

Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)

Niacinamide (CAS 98-92-0) is the multifunctional B-vitamin active for brightening, barrier repair, sebum control, and anti-acne in Pakistani skin care formulas.

Vitamin A Oil

Vitamin A Oil (Retinyl Palmitate, CAS 79-81-2) is Pakistan's most validated anti-aging cosmetic active — EU Annex III regulated, halal, for brightening and collagen synthesis.

Titanium Dioxide

Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂, CI 77891) is Pakistan's most accessible mineral UV filter and white pigment — halal, photostable, and essential for SPF and colour cosmetics.

Thioglycolic Acid

Thioglycolic Acid (CAS 68-11-1) is the keratin-reducing active behind depilatory creams, cold-wave perms, and callus gels. EU Annex III restricted, halal-certified. Pakistan formulation guide.

TEA (Triethanolamine)

Triethanolamine (TEA) is Pakistan's essential pH adjuster and Carbomer gel activator. EU Annex III restricted at 2.5% leave-on; halal; the foundation of brightening serums and moisturising creams.

Stearyl Alcohol

Stearyl Alcohol (CAS 112-92-5) is a plant-derived C18 fatty alcohol that thickens creams, conditions hair, and structures body butters. EU-permitted, FDA GRAS, and Halal-certified.

Stearic Acid

Stearic Acid (CAS 57-11-4) is a palm-derived C18 fatty acid and the backboneof vanishing creams, brightening moisturisers, and conditioning hair treatments.Halal-certified, EU-permitted.

Squalane

Squalane (CAS 111-01-3) is a plant-derived, sebum-identical emollient with a non-comedogenic rating of 0–1. Fully unrestricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation and 100% halal.

Span 80

Span 80 (Sorbitan Oleate, CAS 1338-43-8) is the lipophilic W/O emulsifier with HLB 4.3 behind Pakistan's finest cold creams. Use at 1–5% in cold creams, day lotions, and cream shampoos.

Span 60

Span 60 (Sorbitan Monostearate, HLB 4.7) is Pakistan's foundationalW/O emulsifier for cold creams, night creams, and brightening formulas.Plant-derived, halal-certified, E491 approved.

Sorbitol

Sorbitol (INCI: SORBITOL, CAS 50-70-4) is a corn-derived NMF humectant polyol. EU permitted, FDA GRAS, halal. Essential for moisturisers, brightening serums & hair care in Pakistan.

Soy Wax

Soy Wax (HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OIL) is Pakistan's premier halal vegetable wax for lip balms, body butters, hair pomades, and massage candles. EU-permitted, DRAP-compliant, vegan.

Sodium Sulphate

Sodium Sulphate (Na₂SO₄, CAS 7757-82-6) is Pakistan's most cost-effectiveviscosity modifier for SLES-based shampoos and body washes. Halal, EU-permitted, DRAP-approved.

Sodium PCA

Sodium PCA (NaPCA) is a skin-identical NMF humectant — plant-derived, halal, EU-freely-permitted — delivering lightweight, non-greasy hydration for serums, toners, and hair care.

Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate

Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate (CAS 137-16-6) is a mild, biodegradable sulfate-free amino acid surfactant for shampoos, face washes, and baby care. Halal source verification required.

Sodium Lactate

Sodium Lactate (CAS 72-17-3) is the skin's own NMF humectant — biomimetic moisturiser, mild brightener, pH buffer, and soap hardener. ECOCERT certified, fully halal, EU-permitted.

Sodium Hydroxide

Sodium hydroxide (NaOH) is Pakistan's essential pH adjuster, carbomer activator, and saponification lye — the enabling foundation for gel serums, halal artisan soaps, and hair relaxers.

Sodium Chloride

Sodium Chloride (NaCl) is Pakistan's most versatile cosmetic raw material — salt-curve shampoo thickener, physical exfoliant, and mineral bath hero from the Khewra Mine.

Sodium Benzoate

Sodium Benzoate (CAS 532-32-1) is Pakistan's most cost-effective cosmetic preservative. EU Annex V permitted, halal verified, pH-activated antimicrobial for face washes, toners, and shampoos.

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (SAP)

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (SAP) is the stable, Halal Vitamin C derivative for anti-acne, skin brightening, and antioxidant care. Clinically validated at 5% for Pakistani skin.

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) — CAS 151-21-3 — is a 100% coconut-derived, halal-certified anionic surfactant for syndet bars, toothpaste, and powder cleansers. EU permitted.

Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES)

Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is the world's most used anionic surfactant — halal, EU-permitted, CIR-approved. Essential for shampoos, body washes and cleansers in Pakistan.

Silky PQ-22 (Polyquaternium-22)

Polyquaternium-22 (Silky) is a halal, pH 1–14 stable conditioning polymer for shampoo, body wash, and conditioner. EU-permitted, CIR safe, fully synthetic.

Silk Protein (Hydrolyzed Silk)

Hydrolyzed Silk (CAS 96690-41-4) is a Bombyx mori-derived protein complex delivering skin film-forming, NMF replenishment, and hair cuticle repair for Pakistani cosmetic formulators.

Silicon Conditioner White

Silicon Conditioner White is a pre-emulsified Dimethicone + BMS + Cetearyl Alcohol conditioning base. No equipment needed — enrich with keratin, panthenol, or oils and fill directly.

Silicon Conditioner Transparent

Transparent Amodimethicone microemulsion for targeted hair repair, frizz control, and heat protection. Crystal-clear for transparent shampoos and serums. Halal, EU-permitted.

Shea Butter

Refined cosmetic-grade Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii) — emollient, occlusive, anti-inflammatory. Essential for halal skincare, brightening creams, and hair masks. EU freely permitted.

Shampoo Base (SLES)

Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) — Pakistan's most-used anionic surfactant. The 27–30% active cleansing base for shampoos, body washes, and face washes. EU-permitted, halal-verified.

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (SCI)

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (SCI-85) is Pakistan's premier mild anionic surfactant — the coconut-derived, halal, pH-balanced base for syndet bars, gentle cleansers, and shampoo bars.

Salicylic Acid Powder

Salicylic Acid (CAS 69-72-7) is Pakistan's premier BHA keratolytic — a lipophilic beta hydroxy acid that unclogs pores, clears acne, and controls sebum. EU Annex III restricted. Halal confirmed.

Rosemary Extract Liquid

Rosemary Extract Liquid (CAS 84604-14-8) is a clinically validated botanical active — 5α-reductase inhibitor matching 2% minoxidil in RCT, antioxidant, and halal for Pakistani formulation.

PVP-K30 (Polyvinylpyrrolidone)

VP-K30 is a water-soluble film-forming polymer for hair gels, serums & sunscreens. EU fully permitted, halal, CIR safe as used. Available at bioshop.pk.

Pure Petroleum Jelly

Pure Petroleum Jelly (PETROLATUM, CAS 8009-03-8) is the gold-standard occlusive emollient: up to 99% TEWL reduction, unconditional halal status, and FDA OTC approved for skin protection.

Propyl Paraben

Propyl Paraben (PROPYLPARABEN, CAS 94-13-3) is a broad-spectrum antifungal preservative permitted under EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex V. Halal, SCCS-reviewed, and the lowest cost-per-dose system for Pakistani cosmetic formulators.

Propanediol

Propanediol (1,3-PDO) is a bio-based humectant, penetration enhancer, and preservative booster from corn fermentation. The halal PG alternative for Pakistan's serum and skin care formulations.

Polyquaternium-47 (PQ-47)

Polyquaternium-47 is an ampholytic cationic conditioning polymerdelivering 30–65% wet combing force reduction. Unique anionicsurfactant compatibility for conditioning shampoos. Halal. EU Permitted.

Polyquaternium-10 (PQ-10)

Polyquaternium-10 (PQ-10) is a halal, EU-permitted cationic conditioning polymer that transforms shampoos with superior wet combing, anti-frizz, and mildness — essential for Pakistan hair care.

Polyquaternium-11 (PQ-11)

Polyquaternium-11 is a cationic conditioning polymer that deposits a clear, flexible film on hair — delivering frizz control, antistatic, and styling hold ideal for South Asian hair.

Polyquaternium-7 (PQ-7)

Polyquaternium-7 (PQ-7) is a cationic DADMAC copolymer that conditions hair and skin via electrostatic film deposition. Halal-certified, EU Annex III permitted, ideal for Pakistani hair care.

Potassium Sorbate

Potassium Sorbate (E202, CAS 24634-61-5) is a halal, Ecocert-approved cosmetic preservative. EU Annex V permitted at 0.6% max — the clean beauty standard for Pakistani formulators.

Polysorbate 80

Polysorbate 80 (HLB 15) is Pakistan's essential O/W emulsifier and essential oil solubiliser. EU-permitted, CIR-safe — with a critical halal origin verification requirement for oleic acid source.

Polysorbate 60

Polysorbate 60 (Tween 60, HLB 14.9) is the gold-standard oil-in-water emulsifier for serums, lotions, and botanical formulations. EU-permitted, halal (plant origin), FDA GRAS.

Polysorbate 20

Polysorbate 20 (HLB 16.7, CAS 9005-64-5) is Pakistan's most versatile O/W emulsifier and solubiliser — halal, EU-permitted, and the technical backbone of clear botanical toners and serums.

Pola Wax

Pola Wax (Emulsifying Wax NF) is a self-emulsifying wax blend that simultaneously emulsifies, thickens, and stabilises O/W creams and lotions. Halal, EU-permitted, USP/NF monographed.

Phenoxyethanol

Phenoxyethanol (CAS 122-99-6) is the world's most widely used paraben-free cosmetic preservative — EU Annex V approved at max 1%, halal, and stable in Pakistan's tropical climate.

PG (Propylene Glycol)

Propylene Glycol (CAS 57-55-6) is the multi-functional humectant, solvent, and penetration enhancer used in thousands of cosmetic formulas — halal, EU-permitted, and climate-proven for Pakistan.

PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is Pakistan's essential solubilizer — it makes oils, fragrances, and vitamins clear in water for serums, mists, and hair sprays.

PEG-7 (Glyceryl Cocoate)

PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate — Complete Ingredient Guide

Lanolin

Lanolin (CAS 8006-54-0) is a cholesterol-rich occlusive emollient from sheep wool that repairs dry skin barriers, reduces TEWL for 72 hours, and heals cracked heels.

Methyl Salicylate

Methyl Salicylate is a wintergreen-derived aroma chemical & topical analgesic used in liniments, pain balms & cooling cosmetics. Halal-compatible.