Ingredient Glossary

Aloe Vera Extract Powder

Cosmetic-grade ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF EXTRACT — acemannan humectant, bradykinase anti-inflammatory, aloesin brightening. Essential active for Pakistani sun recovery, acne, and PIH management.

Aloe Vera Extract Powder

Cosmetic-grade ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF EXTRACT — acemannan humectant, bradykinase anti-inflammatory, aloesin brightening. Essential active for Pakistani sun recovery, acne, and PIH management.

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.

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.

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 ✓

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 ✓

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.

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.

Pearl Powder is a finely milled cosmetic-grade ingredient prized for its luminous finish and naturally occurring amino acid content. This guide covers its skincare uses, DIY formulation applications, safe usage...

Pearl Powder

Pearl Powder is a finely milled cosmetic-grade ingredient prized for its luminous finish and naturally occurring amino acid content. This guide covers its skincare uses, DIY formulation applications, safe usage...

Mulberry Extract Liquid

Want a brighter complexion without harsh chemicals? Mulberry Extract is a natural power-player for fading dark spots and boosting your skin's glow. Discover why this botanical extract is a must-have...

Mulberry Extract Liquid

Want a brighter complexion without harsh chemicals? Mulberry Extract is a natural power-player for fading dark spots and boosting your skin's glow. Discover why this botanical extract is a must-have...

Moisturizing Cream Base

A moisturizing cream base is a ready-to-use, pre-emulsified lotion system that lets DIY formulators skip the emulsion chemistry and focus on customization. Learn how it works, what it's made of,...

Moisturizing Cream Base

A moisturizing cream base is a ready-to-use, pre-emulsified lotion system that lets DIY formulators skip the emulsion chemistry and focus on customization. Learn how it works, what it's made of,...

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.

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 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.

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.

White Soap Base (Melt & 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 Soap Base (Melt & 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 Scrubbing Beads

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

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 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 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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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 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 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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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-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.

Isopropyl Myristate (IPM)

Isopropyl Myristate (IPM, CAS 110-27-0) is the cosmetic industry's premier lightweight emollient and penetration enhancer — EU-permitted, halal-certified, foundational for brightening serums in Pakistan.

Isopropyl Myristate (IPM)

Isopropyl Myristate (IPM, CAS 110-27-0) is the cosmetic industry's premier lightweight emollient and penetration enhancer — EU-permitted, halal-certified, foundational for brightening serums in Pakistan.

Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC

Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC) is a nonionic cosmetic thickener forming crystal-clear, salt-tolerant gels for serums, shampoos, and skin care. EU-permitted, halal, EWG score 1/10.

Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC

Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC) is a nonionic cosmetic thickener forming crystal-clear, salt-tolerant gels for serums, shampoos, and skin care. EU-permitted, halal, EWG score 1/10.

Green Tea Extract

EGCG-rich Camellia sinensis liquid extract delivering antioxidant protection,anti-acne sebum regulation, and photoprotection. Halal, EU-permitted, for Pakistani skin.

Green Tea Extract

EGCG-rich Camellia sinensis liquid extract delivering antioxidant protection,anti-acne sebum regulation, and photoprotection. Halal, EU-permitted, for Pakistani skin.

GMS (Glycerol Monostearate)

GMS (GLYCERYL STEARATE) is the world's most used cosmetic emulsifier — simultaneously co-emulsifier, emollient, opacifier & texture builder. Plant-derived, Halal, EU permitted.

GMS (Glycerol Monostearate)

GMS (GLYCERYL STEARATE) is the world's most used cosmetic emulsifier — simultaneously co-emulsifier, emollient, opacifier & texture builder. Plant-derived, Halal, EU permitted.

Glycerin Soap Base

Ready-to-use melt-and-pour soap matrix combining 10–20% glycerin humectant with vegetable soap salts. No lye, no curing — melt, customise, pour. Halal certified.

Glycerin Soap Base

Ready-to-use melt-and-pour soap matrix combining 10–20% glycerin humectant with vegetable soap salts. No lye, no curing — melt, customise, pour. Halal certified.

Fractionated Coconut Oil

Pakistan's premier halal carrier oil. Non-comedogenic, odourless, EU-permitted. Complete formulation guide for serums, body oils, and hair care.

Fractionated Coconut Oil

Pakistan's premier halal carrier oil. Non-comedogenic, odourless, EU-permitted. Complete formulation guide for serums, body oils, and hair care.

Ferulic Acid

Ferulic Acid (CAS 1135-24-6) is a plant-derived phenolic antioxidant and the gold standard Vitamin C stabiliser for Pakistani skin care formulators.

Ferulic Acid

Ferulic Acid (CAS 1135-24-6) is a plant-derived phenolic antioxidant and the gold standard Vitamin C stabiliser for Pakistani skin care formulators.

EDTA 4NA

EDTA 4NA (Tetrasodium EDTA, CAS 64-02-8) is the essential chelating agent for Pakistani cosmetic formulation — solving hard water, preservative potentiation, and active protection in one 0.1–0.2% addition.

EDTA 4NA

EDTA 4NA (Tetrasodium EDTA, CAS 64-02-8) is the essential chelating agent for Pakistani cosmetic formulation — solving hard water, preservative potentiation, and active protection in one 0.1–0.2% addition.

EDTA 2NA

EDTA 2NA (CAS 139-33-3) is the cosmetic industry's essential chelating agent — protects Vitamin C, brightening actives, and preservatives from metal-ion degradation in every formula.

EDTA 2NA

EDTA 2NA (CAS 139-33-3) is the cosmetic industry's essential chelating agent — protects Vitamin C, brightening actives, and preservatives from metal-ion degradation in every formula.

Crodax Wax

Crodax Wax (CETEARYL ALCOHOL AND CETEARETH-20) is a non-ionic self-emulsifying wax that simultaneously thickens, stabilises, and opacifies oil-in-water creams at 2–6%.

Crodax Wax

Crodax Wax (CETEARYL ALCOHOL AND CETEARETH-20) is a non-ionic self-emulsifying wax that simultaneously thickens, stabilises, and opacifies oil-in-water creams at 2–6%.

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