by Rich | Oct 27, 2022 | Natural Skincare Ingredients, Skincare Formulation, Studying
When it comes to formulating your own natural skincare products, whether for yourself, family and friends, or to sell, there are a few things that can really help you to make sure your products are the very best they can be. One of those things is having good...
by Rich | Oct 27, 2022 | Getting started, Skincare Formulation, Studying
One of the most important areas of knowledge for a formulator of natural and organic skincare is skin anatomy and physiology. It is not enough to simply create a skincare product with a hunch that it will work on certain skin types and skin concerns. Textbooks on this...
by Rich | Oct 27, 2022 | Beauty Business Advice, Skincare Formulation, Studying
The growth of the natural and organic beauty market is the fastest growing section of the cosmetics industry and many people are turning away from conventional high street beauty brands in search of brands they can identify with, that conform to their values and that...
by Rich | Oct 26, 2022 | Natural Skincare Ingredients, Skincare Formulation
Pentylene glycol in skincare is a multifunctional cosmetic ingredient used for moisturizing, humectant, penetration enhancing and antimicrobial properties. This makes it a really useful ingredient in natural formulations and one that is worth getting to know. Why...
by Rich | Oct 26, 2022 | Natural Skincare Ingredients, Skincare Formulation
Preservatives are essential to protect natural skincare and haircare products from microbial growth, but it can be difficult to ascertain which natural preservatives are the best choice and which you should use in your products. We are often asked by students, “Which...
by Rich | Sep 6, 2022 | Skincare Formulation
If you’ve mastered making creams and lotions, it’s time to learn to formulate and make water-in-oil emulsions! This rich, deeply moisturizing and iconic emulsion type will take your skincare formulation skills to the next level. In this article, we’ll explore: What...
by Rich | Aug 9, 2022 | Skincare Formulation
You’ve formulated your natural skincare products and you need to have them professionally tested to see how well it is preserved against microbial growth. But professional cosmetic testing, known as Preservative Efficacy Testing (PET), or challenge testing, can be...
by Rich | Aug 9, 2022 | Natural Skincare Ingredients, Skincare Formulation
Excitingly, there is a cutting-edge ingredient on the skincare market that’s causing quite a stir. You may have heard the buzzwords ‘polyhydroxy acids’ or ‘PHAs’. PHAs are chemical exfoliants that are much more gentler than AHAs or BHAs, are very hydrating and are...
by Rich | Jul 23, 2022 | Makeup Formulation
Lip glosses are super fun products to make, and this beginners DIY lip gloss recipe is a great way to get started with making your own natural makeup products. Try out our free formula and then join us on our Diploma in Formulating Natural Makeup and Advanced Color...
by Rich | Jul 21, 2022 | Makeup Formulation
Most people who wear makeup have struggled to find a suitable shade of makeup to match their skin tone. While lipsticks, eye shadows and blushers are not that tricky when it comes to color ranges and color matching, it is much harder to find the right shade of...
