As another SCS Formulate draws to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on an inspiring two days packed with innovation, collaboration, and plenty of meaningful conversations. Here are the highlights from HARKE UK’s experience at this year’s event.Continue reading
Transform Oil-Based products with Oleogy™ by Syensqo
As consumers increasingly seek textured oil-based products that offer both performance and a luxurious sensory experience, we are pleased to introduce Oleogy™ by Syensqo. Continue reading
Waterless and Solid Formats: The Future of Sustainable Personal Care Ingredients
There is a major trend in both the cosmetic and detergent industries to move towards concentrated formats. This shift is important from a sustainability perspective, as it reduces packaging size, cuts down on single-use plastics, lowers transportation costs, and minimises chemical overuse through unit dosing.Continue reading
Welcoming LANXESS as our Newest Principal
Today we have announced our appointment as the exclusive distributor of LANXESS ingredients used in preservation of personal and home care formulations for UK and Ireland.Continue reading
Cerafy™ Pure NPo by Syensqo – The Future of Barrier Care
As part of HARKE UK and Ireland’s dedication to showcasing premium, sustainable ingredients, we’re thrilled to highlight Cerafy™ Pure NPo by Syensqo. Part of an innovative range of biomimetic ceramides, Cerafy™ Pure NPo sets a new standard in barrier care, focusing on strengthening the skin’s natural defences while delivering lasting hydration and anti-ageing benefits.Continue reading
Comprehensive Solutions for Oral Care Products
In today’s competitive cosmetic oral care market, brands are continually innovating to meet consumer demand for effective, aesthetically pleasing products. At HARKE UK and Ireland, we offer an extensive range of high-quality ingredients tailored to the needs of oral care formulators. Continue reading
Cosmospheres® from Omya
As consumer demand for innovative and sustainable personal care products continues to grow, formulators are constantly seeking ingredients that can enhance product performance while providing an attractive and engaging user experience. This is where Omya’s Cosmospheres® come in, offering a versatile, biodegradable solution that meets both functional and aesthetic needs across a range of formulations.Continue reading
HARKE UK & Ireland Welcome Omya as their Newest Principal
HARKE UK & Ireland, based in Manchester, have been appointed as the exclusive distributor of Omya Personal Care and Oral Care ingredients to the UK and Ireland markets.Continue reading
Unlock the Power of Oilrich®: 100% Natural Vegetable Oils from W. Ulrich GmbH
Selecting the right oils can have a profound impact on the performance of cosmetic formulations. The Oilrich® range from W. Ulrich GmbH offers a wide selection of high-performance oils with enhanced functionality while maintaining their natural integrity.
Divided into three distinct lines—Oilrich® Origin, Oilrich® Origin Organic, and Oilrich® Focus— in this blog, we explore the range and how it caters to various cosmetic and personal care needs.Continue reading
Unlocking Nature’s Potential: Miracare® Biopacify from Syensqo
In homecare products, opacifiers are essential for achieving a uniform, luxurious appearance that enhances consumer appeal. Traditionally, styrene acrylate copolymers have been used for this purpose, but growing demand has seen a shift towards more sustainable alternatives. Enter Syensqo’s Miracare® Biopacify! A natural and readily biodegradable opacifier designed to replace traditional options. In this blog, we’ll explore Miracare® Biopacify in more detail, including how it performs compared with conventional opacifiers, and how it’s poised to transform the industry by offering a greener, high-quality solution.Continue reading