This month we have Citric Acid, Glycolic Acid 70%, Lactic Acid, LiquaPar PE, NatureCide, Optiphen Plus, Salicylic Acid, Suttocide A, Youthful Glow on sale, 10% off.
You can always check in the "Monthly Special" category to see what is on sale. You can find this category on the left hand side under "PRODUCT CATALOG".

Don't forget if you live in the local area, save money on shipping and pick up your order for free.  The pick up hours are noon - 4 Monday thru Thursday.  You can save hundreds, even thousands per year buying locally.

10% off until the end of the month!!!!!
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We are running a sale on Citric Acid, Glycolic Acid 70%, Lactic Acid, LiquaPar PE, NatureCide, Optiphen Plus, Salicylic Acid, Suttocide A, Youthful Glow through the rest of the month.

Don't forget if you live in the Austin area, come by and pick up your order and save shipping.  Free local pickups between noon and 4pm Monday through Friday.

Citric Acid 

An extra fine granular Citric Acid which is USP Grade. Citric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid typically derived from fruit. Though it can be used to lower the pH of formulations, we recommend Hydroxy-Mild (Lactic Acid) for that particular application because Citric Acid is one of the more irritating Alpha Hydroxy Acids. Citri-FINE should not be used to create exfoliating or AHA products because of its high irritancy potential.


Citri-FINE is available as an extra fine, snow white granule. While Citric Acid is readily available as a granule, we carry this specialty grade because it is the absolute best choice for the production of fizzing bath products. When combined with Soda-Soft (Baking Soda) and other fillers, then pressed into a mold, Citri-FINE will yield a fizzing bath product that is less delicate, and will not break when unmolded thanks to its EXTRA FINE granule size.

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Glycolic Acid 70% Solution 

A 70% aqueous solution of FCC grade Glycolic Acid.

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Lactic Acid 88% Solution 

L+ Lactic Acid is the natural form of this multifunctional cosmetic ingredient, and is metabolized by the body more readily than the synthetically produced Lactic Acid. When compared to Glycolic or Citric Acids, Lactic shows greatly reduced irritancy while offering pronounced efficacy in exfoliating and skin rejuvenating formulations. When used at concentrations of 2% or less, Hydroxy-Mild will perform its pH regulating, antimicrobial, and moisture binding functions. When used at concentrations higher than this, Hydroxy-Mild will perform these functions as well as offering:


* Improved Collagen and Elastin Synthesis.
* Accelerated Exfoliation and Cell Renewal.
* Removal of the Corneocyte or "dead/horny" layer of skin to reveal a fresher, more youthful appearance.


Hydroxy-Mild is the AHA of choice for sensitive skin. Can be combined with Hydroxy-Pro to create rejuvenating products for aged skin. Combine with Hydroxy-Clear to create Anti-Acne products, or peels geared toward youthful/acne prone skin.

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LiquaPar PE 

LiquaPar PE is one my favorite preservatives because::


* It's heat stable to 176F, allowing me to incorporate the presrvative early in the formulation rather than waiting for cool-down.
* It's Japan Approved, and is not a formaldehyde donor.
* It's excellent for emulsions, and does not cause the stability problems I have sometimes experienced with using Optiphen Plus.


Characteristics:: LiquaPar PE is a 100% active, clear, stable, liquid blend of isopropyl, isobutyl, and n-butyl esters of para hydroxybenzoic acid with phenoxyethanol. This combination of parabens and phenoxyethanol is effective against Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria, yeast, and mold providing broad spectrum activity for worldwide formulations. The potentiator effect of phenoxyethanol facilitates use of the LiquaPar Oil technology in nonionic emulsion systems where paraben efficacy might otherwise be compromised. All LiquaPar PE components are approved for worldwide use thus allowing sale of the same finished formulation in Japan, Europe, Australia and the United States.

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NatureCide 

An all natural preservative


Aspen Bark Extract is very high in salicylates, traditionally used as analgesics, these salicylates may also be isolated and applied to cosmetic and personal care products as natural preservative systems. These salicylates are consistently isolated at between 54.0 and 60.0% which makes NatureCide Extract an ideal preservative as well as offering a smooth feel to the skin.



* PH Requirement - maintain formulation ph between 3 and 9
* Incorporation - at or below 60°C


Applications: Oil in water, water in oil emulsions, body mists, toners, especially suited to your products geared toward congested, anti-aging skin and body care.

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Optiphen PLUS 

Optipehn PLUS is a patent-pending liquid preservative from ISP/Sutton which offers broad spectrum preservation without parabens or formaldehyde. This preservative functions particularly well in slightly acidic formulations, and is globally approved. Consisting of Phenoxyethanol (an aromatic ether alcohol), Sorbic Acid(a natural product that potentiates preservation) and Caprylyl Glycol (an emollient base), Optiphen PLUS offers the following benefits::

* Globally Approved.
* Contains a reliable agent, sorbic acid, for anti-fungal and anti-mold activity
* unlike Optiphen ND which contains benzoic acid which may be de-activated by non-ionic emulsifiers and surfactants,
* unlike regular Optiphen which contains no acid
* Highly effective broad spectrum antimicrobial.
* Effective at pH levels below 6.
* Non-formaldehyde donor.
* Paraben-free.
* Non-isothiazolinone.
* Imparts emolliency.
* Compatible with most raw materials.
* Excellent safety and toxicological profile.
* Heat tolerant to 176F.

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Salicylic Acid 

An oil soluble Beta Hydroxy Acid effective in improving the appearance of acne, age spots, rosacea, & crow's feet as well as being an excellent agent for pore refinement, sebum control, dandruff preparations, and more. USP grade.

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Suttocide A 

Derived from an amino acid (Glycine), Suttocide A offers the benefits of a water soluble preservative as well as neutralizing agent for acids/acrylic polymers. Having a oH of 10-12, Suttocide can be used to raise the pH of formulations while adequately preserving them, thereby allowing the formulator to eliminate the need for the use of auxiliary alkali in the formulation. It's reasonable cost and low usage rate also make it a desirable ingredient for personal care and cosmetics. Suttocide A should be added during cool down, or cold processed. See Technical Brochure for usage rates depending on application. Citral (a component of some essential and fragrance oils) WILL react with Suttocide A and effect a color change (light pink to indian paintbrush red) in the formulation.

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Youthful Glow 

Youthful Glow is a concentrated blend of five botanical extracts:bilberry, sugar cane, sugar maple, orange, and lemon. These extracts contain several naturally occurring alpha hydroxy acids. Alpha hydroxy acids have been shown to promote smoother, younger looking skin by increasing the rate of cell renewal. Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) have been used in skin care for many years. At first, they were used mainly by dermatologists as skin peeling and moisturizing agents; cosmetic companies have since “discovered” AHAs and their almost miraculous activity and formulate with them regularly in their skin care lines. Youthful Glow is produced by taking several species of plants and running them through an exhaustive extraction process, which reduces color and odor, and concentrates the active principles.....

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