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Learning skin anatomy & physiology: the key to formulating for different skin types

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

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How do You Know What Ingredients and Their Quantities to Use in a Natural Skincare Recipe?

You’ve decided that you’d like to make a natural skincare product to target a specific skin concern. You’ve decided what skin type it is for. 

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Understanding How Your Skin Works

Your skin is amazing. It’s a constantly changing, dynamic and adaptable living organ. It can adapt in an instant, responding to differences in the environment,

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Making natural skincare products free from chemicals

It’s something we hear all the time – “I want to learn how to make products free from chemicals.”  Perhaps that’s something that resonates with

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What our students love the most about making their own natural skincare products

The satisfaction of creating our own natural skincare products can be immense. No matter what draws our students to natural and organic skincare in the

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DIY Skincare Done Professionally

When you’re just getting started with making your own products, it’s a fun and exciting time. You’re discovering lots of amazing natural and organic ingredients:

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Natural is not a regulated term and means different things to different people. This article explores why consumers are turning to natural skin care, what the different degrees of natural are, what natural means to us, and what to think about when choosing a natural standard yourself.
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What is Natural Skin Care?

The natural skin care market is one of the fastest growing markets in the skin care industry—and for good reason! More and more people are

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How to spot an unsafe skincare recipe
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Debunking DIY: How to Spot an Unsafe Skincare Recipe

There are SO MANY unsafe DIY skincare recipes on the internet. It can be difficult to quickly and easily assess if a DIY recipe is
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How to read a cosmetic label
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How to read a cosmetic label

Don’t be fooled by a product name or description – get to know and understand your cosmetic labels! That’s the only way to truly know

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8 Ingredients to detox from your skincare routine
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8 Ingredients to detox from your skincare routine

This guide will help you to detox your skincare products by knowing which harmful or undesirable ingredients to look for on the label. You can

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The equipment you need for making natural skincare products at home
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The equipment you need for making natural skincare products at home

If you are thinking about making your own natural skincare products at home or taking one of our courses you are probably wondering what equipment

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9 reasons to make your own skincare products

We converted to making our own skincare products a long time ago! However if you are quite new to making your own products, or haven’t

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Discover the philosophy behind Korean skincare and learn how to formulate your own sophisticated K-beauty inspired products. In this advanced class, you’ll explore the multi-step Korean skincare routine, the concept of glass skin, and the role of gentle, preventative skincare. Learn about iconic ingredients such as centella asiatica, ginseng, snail mucin, fermented extracts and ceramides, then create seven Korean-inspired formulations, including cleansers, toner, essence, ampoule and a jelly moisturizer.

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Take the overwhelm out of cosmetic labeling and feel confident creating labels that are both compliant and beautiful. In this step-by-step course, you’ll learn exactly what needs to go on your products—from writing INCI lists and calculating allergens to adding the correct symbols, expiry dates, and batch numbers. Guided by an experienced Cosmetic Scientist, you’ll gain the clarity, confidence, and skills to create professional labels that build customer trust and support your brand as it grows.

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Achieve a more even skin tone with a targeted brightening skincare routine! This class explores the causes of hyperpigmentation, helpful treatment options, and the best active ingredients to fade dark spots. Plus, get four expert formulations to create at home: AHA Resurfacing Toner, Brightening Serum with Kojic Acid & Vitamin C, Azelaic Acid & Arbutin Essence, and a Niacinamide Anti-Pigmentation Moisturizer.

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This class explores the key differences between male and female skin, focusing on how hormonal balance affects skin characteristics. It covers creating skincare routines and products tailored to men’s needs, including solutions for shaving irritation, excess sebum, hyperpigmentation, clogged pores and razor bumps (PFB).

Receive four formulations from our lab, ready for you to make at home: Daily Hydrating Fluid, Natural Shaving Cream, Soothing After-Shave Gel-Cream and Exfoliating Nighttime Moisturizer with AHAs. Follow our formulations and then create your own!

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Natural ingredients for skin barrier formulation

Skin barrier damage is a common concern causing dryness, sensitivity, irritation, transepidermal water loss, an uneven texture and dullness. Take a deep dive into the role of the skin barrier, what causes skin barrier damage and how to formulate products to restore and repair the skin barrier. Discover a wide range of skincare ingredients – backed by research – that restore the skin barrier. Receive three formulations from our lab, ready for you to make at home: Soothing Camomile Essence, Replenishing Face and Body Cream and Restoring Oil Serum.

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