Ingredient Glossary
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
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 (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
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...
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.

