……more benchmarking as I progress towards producing our own Incense Paper.

 

This time, I am benchmarking a French brand.

 

This Frenchman has spent 20 years perfecting his Incense Papers.

 

The production process is complex and time consuming. Tinctures are produced over a period of three months. Next, the papers are impregnated with the tinctures. This is done over a period of seven days.

 

Next, the Incense Papers ‘ripen’ in sealed containers over a period of three months.

 

To use, fold the paper into a concertina pattern. Place it on a non-combustible surface. Then light one end of the paper.

It will begin to smoulder, gently emitting an incredible fragrance.

 

The smoke acts as a beautiful deodorizer. And uplifts your mood. These strips have been a secret to maintaining an amazing atmosphere in French homes for more than a century.

 

 

 

Creating a world of endless discovery.

 

You may be surprised to know that most skin and hair care products use synthetic fragrances. When compared to all-natural fragrances using essential oils, it’s like comparing mono to stereo sound.

 

Synthetic fragrances produce a strong, long lasting, wall of fragrance. Just like mono sound. It’s loud, brash, but has no “depth.”

 

All-natural fragrances using essential oils are more layered. Like stereo sound. You hear that drumbeat in the background, a violin in front. It has more depth.

 

All-natural fragrance blends are layered. You experience the top notes first, then middle notes, then the longer lingering base notes.

 

Take our Patchouli Lavender Face Wash for example. The fragrance is made up of Patchouli oil (a base note), Lavender oil (top/middle note), and Bergamot fruit oil (top note).

 

Under the shower you will experience the combined fragrance. But the Lavender and Bergamot will be most prominent first. The Bergamot, as a top note will disappear. The Lavender and Patchouli will remain prominent.

 

Musicians arrange a melodies by combining and layering musical notes over one another. And so too does our Australian Master Formulator, Dr. Mike. It’s how he composes the all-natural fragrances of our products.

 

And that’s why we say our products are “creating a world of endless discovery.”

 

The language of fragrance notes allows us to speak to you about our ingredients. About our products.

 

Discover and experience Indochine Natural today. Escape the ordinary.

 

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Orders of RM 150.00 and above are couriered free (Malaysia only).

 

 

 

 

 

Skincare is not about who you once were. It's about who you are now and who you want to be.

 

And using products that nourish your soul.

 

It’s also about using products that nourish and hydrate your skin. Products handmade using only the finest all-natural ingredients. And sourced globally from growers and distillers.

 

What other companies may outsource, we handcraft from scratch. We do the meticulous formulating. The laboratory testing. And this occurs in our Penang Island GMP Certified production facility. Here, Malaysian artisans handcraft your skincare.

 

The result is skincare that actually delivers what it promises. And transforms you into who you want to be.

 

You can start that transformation today. And escape the ordinary. Discover Indochine Natural.

 

And yes, you can talk to the guys who make the stuff. Message us now if you have any queries.

 

And yes, we do Private Label / OEM.

Discover the powerful hair cleansing qualities of high-lathering coconut oil-based shampoo.
 
Discover all-natural Tropical Sunrise Natural Shampoo. Further,  it’s free from synthetics.
 
And that’s just one side of the story. We have added Rosemary Leaf Oil, wild-harvested Horsetail, and Nettle extracts. Plus, Vetiver Root and Pomegranate Kernel oils moisturize your hair and scalp.
 
In fact, regular shampooing will help restore and revitalize your hair. Most of all, your hair will be soft and silky. Others will notice. You will feel more confident about your hair.
 
And here’s why your hair will benefit. When our Malaysian artisans handcraft this shampoo, they use only the highest quality ingredients.
 
For example, the Lemon essential oil is cold-pressed in Spain from freshly harvested fruit. A strong, clean, purifying citrus fragrance. It’s revitalizing and uplifting.
 
Then Cedarwood essential oil, steam distilled in Morocco. This oil adds a subtle warm, woodsy aroma. It is comforting, uplifting. It helps soothe your mind and body.
 
We have added a dash of Vetiver oil that lends a grounding, sensuous, and warm aroma. This oil is harvested and distilled in Indonesia.
 
Yes, all are handmade by our Malaysian artisans on Penang Island, Malaysia.
 
Buy online. Or drop by visit our Factory Retail Outlet in Penang. Meet the makers. See where products are created. Where they are handcrafted.

And yes, we can Private Label for your brand. Contact us and we can get the ball rolling.

Yes, it's time to Escape the Ordinary.

 

 

 

 

From farm to bottle.

 

Well, yes, in theory. But it’s not so easy.

 

Some background.

 

First, we have hydrosols. Made by distilling fresh flowers. And you left with two end-products.

 

First. The essential oil. This contains the oil-soluble constituents of the plant. Second, condensate water. This contains the water-soluble constituents. And microscopic droplets of the essential oil. This condensate water is what we call a hydrosol.

 

Importantly, because of the heat of distillation, preservatives are not required for hydrosols

 

Second, we have “Floral Waters.” Made by adding a small amount of essential oil to water. Usually less than 1%. The mixture is left for a few days and then essential oils are filtered off. And preservatives need to be added. These are “fake” hydrosols.

 

Now, the tale of three producers/suppliers we have had contact with.

 

The first. Produces genuine hydrosol. But their product is consistently contaminated with bacteria. This is due to dirty distillation. And poor handling of the condensate water.

 

The second supplier. They play funny games with their Certificates of Analysis (CoA). On analysis in our labs, what they are selling is in fact floral water. It contains synthetic preservatives. These cause skin irritations in some people.

 

Third, our current supplier is providing us with genuine, preservative free hydrosol.

 

So, what this means is that many brands and consumers are being duped into buying Floral Waters. And sell them as preservative free Hydrosols.

 

So, yes, our Organic Bulgarian Rose Hydration Mist. It’s farm to Indochine Natural bottle.

 

Therefore, it’s time for you to escape the ordinary. And discover Indochine Natural today.

 

And for first time online buyers grab your 20% discount code. Click on the subscribe button on our homepage.

 

Also, on orders of RM 150.00 and over, we will ship to you free, (Malaysia only).

And any queries, please get back to us. Remember, you can ask us. The guys who make the stuff.

 

 

Skincare and beauty is about a confident attitude.

Your skincare routine is sacred. Because it’s one of the few times in your day that is just yours. You doing something good for yourself.

No one should compromise that.

And this confidence can only be strong if you are confident about your skin and hair care products.

Escape the ordinary. Discover Indochine Natural today. Skin and hair care made from natural ingredients. Handmade by Malaysian artisans on Penang Island.

 

And remember. You can ask us if you are unsure about our products. We are the artisans who make the stuff.

And for first time online buyers grab your 20% discount code. Click on the subscribe button on our homepage.

Also, on orders of RM 150.00 and over, we will ship to you free, (Malaysia only).

 

Collaboration - South Africa

 

In 2018 we had a request from Zikhona in South Africa to join us in Penang for a week of mentoring. Why not we thought. So, on Monday 16 July she arrived at our Penang Island cosmetics production facility.

 

And her objectives were clear and straightforward: “I am hoping that a few days under your mentorship would help us, in terms of set-up, equipment, production. We are currently a 2 man show, husband and wife, and we would love to grow.”

 

And so it happened.

 

Since this experience we have done the same with women entrepreneurs from Ghana and Tanzania.

 

A wonderful learning experience for both sides. And we are discovering the entrepreneur spirit that is emerging in Africa.

 

 

“Don’t remember the hotel we stayed in, but remember the Spice Island Body Wash hotel room amenity.”

 

An email from someone in the UK. It happens often. And it can be up to one or two years when they follow us up.

 

And really no surprise when you consider their bathing experience with our Spice Island Body Wash hotel room amenity.

 

An uplifting fusion of the exotic aromas of Cinnamon, Aniseed, and Clove. We sweeten these with a dash of Orange. And balance with Patchouli.

 

Your body and senses are awakened and revitalised. The best part is that we do not use synthetic fragrances.

 

Our products are handmade on Penang Island by Malaysian artisans. This body wash is synthetic free. We use only plant oils that our artisans transform into foaming, cleansing wash. They use the traditional process of saponification. Imagine a product free of all harmful toxins and synthetics.

 

Two takeaways:

 

(1)   You don’t need to stay in one of the luxury boutique hotels we supply. You can order online today.

 

(2)   And Hotel owners. You need to leverage your guest’s experience with memorable, all-natural room amenities. Contact us. Start the conversation now.

 

 

For first time online buyers grab your 20% discount code. Click on the subscribe button on our homepage.

 

Orders of RM 150.00 and over will be couriered free. (Malaysia only).