Materials for cosmetics, soaps & candles

Materials for cosmetics fulfill an essential role in the creation of personal care and beauty products, soaps, candles. They include a wide range of ingredients, from soap bases, waxes and fragrance oils for scented candles to pigments and colorants. In addition, accessories and equipment, such as mixing utensils, containers and molds, are indispensable for the manufacture and packaging of cosmetics. Choosing the right materials is important to ensure the quality, safety and efficacy of the final products, whether they are made on a small-scale, artisanal or industrial scale.

Soaps

Natural soaps are made from plant-derived ingredients, ideal for people who prefer products without controversial chemicals. They can include soap bases, essential oils and other natural additives.

Candles

Handmade candles are popular for their pleasant scent and personalized design. Materials used include natural wax, candle wicks and various fragrance oils.

Fragrance oils

Perfumants, or fragrance oils, are essential to give a lovely, appealing scent. They can be in the form of essential oils or fragrance concentrates suitable for soaps, candles and other creations.

Pigments and colorants

Pigments and colorants are used to color soaps, candles and other decorative products, including make-up. They can be derived from plants, minerals or other sources and are safe for the skin.

Containers

Cosmetic containers include bottles, jars, pots, tubes and other packaging used for the packing and storage of cosmetics and personal care products. They are available in a wide variety of sizes, materials, colors and shapes.

Tools, equipment

Tools and equipment are needed for cosmetics production at home, in the workshop or laboratory. They include mixers, pots, spatulas, measuring and weighing instruments, and other specialized equipment.

Alkanet root powder Natural Pigments, Colors
A natural colorant for cosmetics, soaps, candles, and hair. It imparts a ruby red color to oily preparations and shades of pink, grey, blue or purple, depending upon the amount used and the...
3.71
3.12 (without VAT)
Annatto powder Plant Powders
Very rich in carotenoids with antioxidant properties, provides natural sunburn cell defense. Promotes tanning, prepares the skin for sun exposure, gives a radiant appearance. Imparts an orangey color...
4.06
3.41 (without VAT)
Basil Sweet essential oil Essential oils
Linalool chemotype basil oil is traditionally used in spasmolytic, antibacterial, and calming applications. Revives the mind, brings strength and clarity, and helps to find the right balance. Can...
5.71
4.80 (without VAT)
Beeswax white Waxes, Gums
High quality pure and cleaned beeswax, extensively used as a consistency factor and stabilizer in creams and ointments, gives structure and firmness, brings emollient, soothing and softening benefits...
4.18
3.51 (without VAT)
Chamomille essential oil Essential oils
Traditionally used in antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory applications. Helps calm anxiety and agitation, facilitates falling asleep. Promotes emotional balance in case of tension and irritability,...
9.73
8.18 (without VAT)
Cinnamon leaf essential oil Essential oils
Very powerful oil, tonic, physical and mental stimulant, broad-spectrum anti-infective, is traditionally used to fight against warts, herpes, yeast infection and parasitosis. Reputed to help with...
4.32
3.63 (without VAT)
Clary Sage essential oil Essential oils
Distinctive floral, herbaceous, sweet, slightly earthy and nutty scent with balancing, comforting and deeply relaxing aroma, much appreciated in skin care and to promote feminine comfort. ...
8.45
7.10 (without VAT)
Eucalyptus Lemon essential oil Essential oils
Refreshing, intense citrusy-scented, with sweet rosy-lemony notes, is an energizing, comforting and opening essential oil. Soothes the skin, eases inflammatory pain, a good insect repellent, scents...
4.09
3.44 (without VAT)
Geranium Bourbon essential oil Essential oils
Lovely and uplifting, intense floral scent, a gorgeous rose bouquet with a hint of citrusy and green notes. Due to its toning, astringent and purifying properties for the skin, it is used in...
5.71
4.80 (without VAT)
Lavender essential oil Essential oils
Sparkling, deep floral, rich, fresh scent, a good all-around essential oil, a beautiful addition in cosmetics, aromatherapy and perfumery. Is widely used to alleviate skin problems and skin...
4.46
3.75 (without VAT)
Lime essential oil Essential oils
It has a cheerful scent and many possible uses. In cosmetics it is beneficial for oily skin care, in silhouette maintenance treatments or for nail care. In aromatherapy it is appreciated for its...
4.68 6.33
3.93 (without VAT)
Litsea Cubeba essential oil Essential oils
Sparkling, lemony floral scent, with green, spicy and slight fruity notes, is an enjoyable, uplifting and refreshing essential oil that helps in case of restlessness, low morale or lack of...
4.75
3.99 (without VAT)
Madder root powder Henna, Ayurvedics
Used to prepare natural coloring hair masks, it gives reddish, salmon or mahogany hues or reflections, depending on the initial colour of the hair. Also suitable for soap coloring. BENEFITS ...
7.40
6.22 (without VAT)
Petitgrain Organic essential oil Essential oils
Prized for its regenerating, toning and sebum balancing properties, it is used to care for oily or acne-prone skin, oily hair and scalp. In aromatherapy it is beneficial for its harmonizing influence...
7.35
6.18 (without VAT)
Sodium lactate Functionals
Great moisturiser and humectant for cosmetics, it helps strengthen the skin barrier and enhances its elasticity. Added to cold process soaps it helps to produce a harder bar that is easier to unmold...
3.52
2.96 (without VAT)
Tea Tree Organic essential oil Essential oils
A must-have oil in your first aid kit, beneficial for a wide array of applications, traditionally used as a powerful, yet quite gentle antibacterial, antiviral and immunity supportive agent. In...
5.07
4.26 (without VAT)
Titanium dioxide Clays, Minerals
Non-nano microfine powder, derived from a naturally occurring mineral, used as a pigment and sunscreen agent in cosmetic products. Helps protect the skin from ultraviolet light. BENEFITS ...
4.51
3.79 (without VAT)
Ylang-Ylang Organic essential oil Essential oils
Intensely floral, beautifully exotic, sunny, tropical hinted tenacious fragrant essential oil with spirit raising, sensual and mood enhancing aroma, soothes tension, anger and frustration, gives...
7.89
6.63 (without VAT)