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Active ingredients for cosmetics

Quality, integrity and honesty

Behind Ismael Quesada Personal Care

At Ismael Quesada Personal Care we apply the experience accumulated over more than six decades in the distribution of chemical raw materials to a new area of specialization: the cosmetics industry.

Our way of working, based on transparency, quality and commitment, enables us to offer effective active ingredients for the development of cosmetic products. We are committed to agile and responsible supply chain management to facilitate innovation and provide real value to our customers.

What do we do?

We offer cosmetic ingredients with a firm focus on quality, traceability and efficiency. We do not fail because we are flexible, we understand the challenges of the sector, we work with technical knowledge, and we build relationships based on trust, closeness and responsibility.

How do we do it?

Our commitment has always been to accompany the cosmetics industry by offering a reliable and adapted service. We are guided by three solid principles: total quality, integrity and honesty. These are the values that we apply every day and that underpin the way we work.

Our purpose

Since our origins, we work to generate value in each link of the chain, betting on a conscious and responsible cosmetics. We collaborate with our teams, suppliers and customers to move towards a more ethical, innovative and sustainable environment.

Our active ingredients for cosmetics

We offer active ingredients for cosmetics selected for their efficacy, quality and traceability. Our goal is to provide solutions that meet the industry’s requirements and add value to each formulation.

Algae

Aceites y extractos botánicos - Ismael Quesada Personal Care

Botanical oils and extracts

Peptides

Colágenos recombinantes - Ismael Quesada Personal Care

Recombinant collagens

Sistemas de liberación - Ismael Quesada Personal Care

Release systems

Specialized actives

Recent publications

13 de October de 2025

Ismael Quesada Personal Care in Cosmetorium 2025

This October 22nd and 23rd, Ismael Quesada Personal Care will be present at Cosmetorium 2025, the leading event for the cosmetic industry held at La Farga (Barcelona). It will be a unique opportunity to share our work, explore the latest formulation trends, and strengthen relationships with the professionals driving this industry...

30 de July de 2025

Effects of the Sun on the Skin: Types of Radiation and Protection

Effects of the sun on the skin. Comparative illustration of the face of a man damaged by UVA and UVB rays. UVA rays cause freckles, aging, wrinkles and dark spots. UVB rays cause burns, inflammation and red spots.

16 de July de 2025

Collagen in Cosmetics: Structure, Skin Function, and Topical Application

Collagen is one of the most abundant proteins in the human body and, at the same time, one of the ingredients generating the greatest interest in cosmetic development and dermatological research.

23 de May de 2025

Ceramides in Cosmetics: Types, Benefits, and How They Work on Skin

Discover what ceramides are, how they work in the skin, the different types that exist, and why they are key in cosmetic formulations to strengthen the skin barrier and provide deep hydration.

22 de May de 2025

Mild Surfactants for Facial and Hair Cosmetics: Benefits, Classification, and Applications

In skin and hair care, selecting the right surfactant system is key to ensuring effective cleansing without compromising the integrity of the skin or scalp.