An ingredient in cosmetics - IAA and its derivatives are used extensively as a UV absorber in some cosmetic formulations, and the product itself finds application as a cosmetic flavouring and in perfume. In other industries IAA is also used as a solvent in the manufacture of photographic and pharmaceutical chemicals. It is used as a Synthetic flavor, intermediate in preparation of pharmaceuticals.

This ingredient is mostly used as a flavor in the food & beverage industries.

In Cosmetics -

beta-damascenone is an active ingredient and major contributor to the aroma of roses, despite its very low concentration, and is an important natural fragrance chemical used in perfumery.

The fragrance is often described as Rose, plum, raspberry, wine, tobacco.

We produce anti-oxidants from a variety of sources, for example buchu.

The use of cosmetics containing antioxidant actives helps neutralise the formation of free radicals, thereby slowing down the visible signs of ageing. Some antioxidants used in cosmetics are naturally present in our skin.

In general Antioxidants are introduced to improve the shelf life of pharmaceuticals. The term oxidation can be defined as the incorporation of oxygen into the structure of a drug, or as the process of converting one chemical substance into another derivative bearing a smaller number of electrons

A specific chemotype of Rosemary is used to produce Carnosic & rosmarinic acid.

Antioxidants are active ingredients introduced to improve the shelf life of pharmaceuticals. The term oxidation can be defined as the incorporation of oxygen into the structure of a drug, or as the process of converting one chemical substance into another derivative bearing a smaller number of electrons.

An antioxidant is the active ingredient /substrate that prevents the oxidation of molecules inside a cell. It is a well-known chemical process that allows the removal of electrons or hydrogen from a substance. Free radicals are produced during the biological oxidation reaction.

We process different chemotypes of botanicals to ensure a consistent profile. For example - l Cape chamomile, an indigenous South African herb.

In cosmetic ingredient applications - To ensure a consistent oil profile for sensitive formulations, different chemotypes of the botanicals are processed. For example peppermint geranium.

Different profiles of this oil is available for inclusion as ingredient in the perfume industries.

In Cosmetics these ingredients - the different powder colours are applied for naturals cosmetics.

A source would be for example chilies.

Used extensively as natural food and beverage colourants.

Even though our main focus is the processing of bulk alcohol on contract, we also have a small selection of craft alcoholic beverages that we sell mostly locally.

For example our Steampunk Cape Gin, Steampunk Cape Rum, Steampunk Cape Comfort & Steampunk Cape TripSec will be available in 500ml, 250ml & 100ml.

Any of the above or specific formulations can be produced for export .

Tee range of Organic certified ingredients produced by Herbs-Aplenty is available.

www.herb-aplenty.com

Wellness Products formulated with organic ingredients processed by Herbs-aplenty & Steampunk.

Comprises of A face range A Fragrance range Fleur A Rosemary Remembrance range

www.elli-organics.co.za

Culinary & Craft Products

Natural products made on Goedgegewe Farm

Steampunk produces A Marula vinegar

Herbs-aplenty produces

An infusion range of blended dried herbs - lifestyle drinks An herb salt A Craft range

Available locally on www.elli-organic.co.za