Essential oils are natural plant extracts derived through various means (mainly distillation) from plants of all kinds for our enjoyment, health and wellbeing. As natural
Essential oils are typically some of the first ingredients that people encounter when they are just starting out in natural skincare formulation—or using natural products
Do you find yourself getting confused about which essential oils to use in your skincare products? You can read so much about the wonderful benefits
Would you like to know a secret? There is an easy and enjoyable way to boost the effectiveness of your studying… by using essential oils!
We know that you love using essential oils in skincare! Today we wanted to share another really fabulous way of using and enjoying essential oils,
With so many essential oils to choose from you are probably wondering:“Which are the best essential oils for skin?” Here we’ll share the top five
Most fragrances available in shops today are a combination of natural and synthetic fragrance ingredients diluted in perfumers’ alcohol and these often irritate the skin.
Spring time is a wonderful time for revitalizing and energizing; leaving winter behind and embracing the new season. Here are our favourite essential oils for
A detox usually concentrates on food and drink but aromatherapy offers a detox of a different, more holistic and enjoyable sort! Below you’ll find ideas
We all use perfumes, deodorants, aftershaves, body sprays and fragrances of all kinds to ensure we smell nice, feel good and are refreshed. Have you
Blending with essential oils is fun and creative and the results can be astounding. We can make our own personal fragrances, use them in our
As we’ve said in some of the articles and other information we’ve shared on this topic, essential oils are useful aids when it comes to
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!
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.