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In the blog section, we present information on our new products and special chemicals intended for many industry sectors. Here you will find many interesting articles and information from the world of chemistry. You can also check the wide range of application of our products.

Butane - reactions, applications, derivatives

15-04-2024

Butane is an organic chemical compound classified to the homologous series of alkanes. Large amounts of it are obtained from oil and natural gas processing. Butane is also produced by natural biological decomposition, including plants in particular. Its properties warrant a number of industrial applications such as foodstuffs, refrigeration, chemical and petrochemical sectors, among others.

Catalysts in chemistry. What are they? What are their types?

11-04-2024

Catalysis plays a fundamental role in virtually all chemical processes. The vast majority of chemical as well as biological reactions take place in the presence of catalysts. Catalysts are chemicals that, when added to a reaction system, change the kinetic path of the reaction, but are not themselves involved in the reaction. At present, more […]

Propane - characteristics, industrial applications

10-04-2024

Along with methane and ethane, propane is another example of a saturated hydrocarbon belonging to the alkane homologous series. It is one of the cheapest energy sources successfully used in industry. Propane is used, e.g., in the energy, chemical and cosmetics industries, as well as in the automotive sector.

Methane - production, properties and use

9-04-2024

Methane is one of the most essential chemical compounds on Earth. It is believed to have been discovered in the 1770s. It is an example of a simple organic compound with one carbon atom, which begins the homologous series of alkanes. There are many different ‘faces’ of methane. On the one hand, it is a […]

Antioxidants in cosmetics. Why use them?

4-04-2024

The growing interest in natural cosmetics and healthy lifestyles brought about an increase in the popularity of antioxidants. The name ‘antioxidants’ is now commonly used. You can see it in commercials for many skin care products and foods as well as posts and brochures created by nutritionists and physicians. This builds awareness among consumers that […]

Plant waxes: Learn about their types and properties in cosmetics and other applications!

3-04-2024

More and more people pay attention to the composition of the products they choose, including foodstuffs, chemicals or personal care products. However, even if you know the names of many substances, you may not be aware of their applications. Wax is a good example, especially the plant waxes. Learn about their types and numerous properties.

Why include exfoliants in your daily skin care routine?

3-04-2024

Everyone should take good care of their skin throughout their life, starting from an early age. Usually, however, we only start to notice the importance of daily skin care as we age, when the body’s regenerative functions deteriorate. Fortunately, there are many ways to support them. The range of quality cosmetics is constantly growing and […]

What are cosmetic clays and how to use them?

2-04-2024

Even though we have a significant number of methods and means of making cosmetics today, the most popular are natural raw ingredients. Consumers pay more and more attention to the composition of skin care products or choose to make them at home. This is how many people have realised the potential of cosmetic clays. Find […]

Presenting you the properties of hydrolates!

2-04-2024

Growing interest in natural skin care and natural medicine led both manufacturers and consumers to seek out new solutions. Today, we are more and more mindful of the composition of specific products and the amount of active substances they contain. This is how hydrolates, i.e. gentle cosmetics with short ingredient lists and many uses, have […]