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Make your own lip balm (with no nasties) for under $1

Are you becoming increasingly aware of undesirable ingredients in commercial cosmetic products? Here is a simple swap you can make: a well-known, commercial lip balm

Quick DIY summer foot spa

Going to the spa and getting a pedicure is one of my favourite treats! Sometimes when time (or budget) is tight, it’s just as lovely

5 ways to use nourishing cocoa butter (plus a free recipe!)

I thought I’d share a little about wonderful cocoa butter, why it’s the most amazing skin nourishing ingredient, how to use it AND one of

11 reasons to use a natural face mask (today!)

Face masks are a fantastic and reasonably simple way of cleansing and conditioning the skin as well as treating a particular skin type or skin

11 Benefits of oatmeal for your skin

Much more that just a healthy breakfast, oatmeal actually gives us much to be excited about as skincare creators! Oatmeal is naturally rich in vitamins,

Vitamin C Antioxidant Face Mask (with matcha, honey and orange blossom)

This is a wonderful antioxidant and mineral-rich, detoxifying and cleansing mask. This is suitable for most skin types (except very sensitive). Its antioxidant power makes

Chocolate and Rose Face Mask

Treat your skin with roses and chocolate this Valentine’s Day… Roses are red, violets are blue, we have the perfect skin treat just for you!

DIY hyaluronic acid serum

Can you create a DIY hyaluronic acid serum that is as sophisticated as those sold by top brands? You certainly can! While other DIY hyaluronic

3 ways to exfoliate your skin naturally for a glowing shine

How and why should you exfoliate skin naturally? That’s what we’ll be exploring today. At its most basic, exfoliation works by sloughing off dead skin

Natural after sun recipe

Despite our best efforts not to catch too much sun, sometimes a little after sun care is needed. This natural after sun recipe is quick

Vanilla Cocoa Body Butter recipe

This body butter smells wonderfully of vanilla, chocolate and coconut. It takes its amazing scent from deliciously natural ingredients that will leave your skin soft,

Coconut Coffee Body Scrub recipe

Summer is a great time to use a body scrub and it is so exciting to be able to share this beautiful recipe with you.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.