by Kelly Harcus | Jul 12, 2019 | Haircare Formulation
Ever wanted to make your own specialized haircare products at home? You can! Shampoos and conditioners are, of course, two of the most popular things we teach our students how to make in the Diploma in Natural Haircare Formulation course, but they definitely aren’t...
by Kelly Harcus | Jul 12, 2019 | Haircare Formulation
Caring for your scalp is such an important part of a haircare routine, but it’s often overlooked. Even if they lather up well and you get a good scrub, shampoos are washed off quickly, and conditioners are rarely applied to the scalp. But treatments designed for scalp...
by Kelly Harcus | Jul 11, 2019 | Haircare Formulation
Making haircare products isn’t as intimidating, or as complex, as you might think. It just requires an understanding of ingredients, formulation best practices, and how the hair and scalp function. When you break it down, and apply some hands-on training, you can...
by Kelly Harcus | Jun 28, 2019 | Haircare Formulation
Ayurvedic medicine is an ancient methodology for healing and wellness, and it’s centered around the unity of body, mind, and spirit. It’s primarily based on ancient Indian writings which outline the medical philosophy for the mostly plant-based treatment of a variety...
by Kelly Harcus | Jun 21, 2019 | Haircare Formulation
The wonderful thing about making your own haircare products is that you get to customize them to suit your exact needs. If you’re relatively new to product formulation, you might not be aware of just how customized your products can be. But even if you’ve started to...
by Kelly Harcus | Jun 14, 2019 | Haircare Formulation
Finding a shampoo that works for you, and keeps working, can be a struggle. It’s frustrating to feel like you have to compromise on your values, or try multiple products that don’t quite meet your hair’s needs. We’ve shared before how common this is for many of our...