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 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 | 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 Gail Francombe | Jul 14, 2021 | Natural Skincare Ingredients
Surfactants are an important category of ingredient in cosmetics because they function as detergents which help to remove dirt. They are therefore the basis of many types of cleansing products such as face and body washes, hand wash, bubble bath and shampoo. What is a...
by Gail Francombe | Jul 13, 2021 | Natural Skincare Ingredients
For beauty enthusiasts keen on making their own products, many have a real desire to make their own mineral makeup. It is a lot of fun and can be done easily from home. However, making your own mineral makeup is different to other cosmetic products like skincare or...