Soap & Cosmetic Applications

Enhance formulations with alkanet powder for soap making Australia. Provides rich purple tint, soothing properties and eco-friendly colour.

• Cold Process Soap: Infuse 1–2 tsp in coconut oil for vibrant purple swirls
• Lip Balm: 0.5–1% with shea butter for berry tint
• Body Cream: 1–2% infused oil for antioxidant moisture

Other Creative Uses

Explore beyond soap with organic alkanet powder Australia — ideal for crafts and natural dyeing.

• Fabric Dye: 1:10 ratio for soft purple cotton
• Art Ink: Mix with gum arabic for botanical paints
• Potpourri: Blend with rose petals for scented sachets

Q: Is alkanet powder safe for soap making in Australia?
A: Yes — 100% Alkanna tinctoria, cosmetic-grade for skin contact.

Q: How do I infuse for purple soap colour?
A: 1–2 tsp in carrier oil (coconut/olive), heat 50°C 1hr or 24hr cold. Strain before trace.

Q: What’s the usage rate in soap and balms?
A: Use 1–2 tsp per kg in CP soap; 0.5–2% in balms. Oil infusion for best colour.

Q: Can it be used in melt & pour or creams?
A: Yes — 0.5–1% infused oil in M&P; 1–2% in creams for stable purple tint.

Q: Does it ship across Australia?
A: Yes — delivery Australia wide.

Q: What makes your alkanet powder unique?
A: Ultra-fine powder— max alkannin pigment, no additives, perfect for Aussie natural brands.

Q: How to store in humid climates?
A: Sealed, cool, dark — 2+ year shelf. In QLD/NT, airtight jar with silica to prevent clumping.