Ingredient Glossary

Orange Extract Liquid

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.

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) – Powder

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.

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.

Mandelic Acid

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: A Complete Guide to Uses, Benefits and DIY Formulation

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...

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

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...

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP) is a stable, water-soluble Vitamin C derivative used in brightening serums, creams & spot treatments. Halal-compatible.

Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP) is a stable, water-soluble Vitamin C derivative used in brightening serums, creams & spot treatments. Halal-compatible.

Licorice Extract Liquid

Licorice Extract Liquid is a plant-derived skin brightener with glabridin & glycyrrhizin, used in serums, creams & spot treatments. Halal-compatible.

Licorice Extract Liquid

Licorice Extract Liquid is a plant-derived skin brightener with glabridin & glycyrrhizin, used in serums, creams & spot treatments. Halal-compatible.

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.

HPMC (Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose)

HPMC is a halal, EU-permitted cellulose ether polymer that builds clear, non-sticky gel textures for serums, peel-off masks, and hair styling gels.

HPMC (Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose)

HPMC is a halal, EU-permitted cellulose ether polymer that builds clear, non-sticky gel textures for serums, peel-off masks, and hair styling gels.

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