Free Men’s Beard Oil Recipe: Conditioning Argan and Cedar Beard Oil
Beards have definitely come back into fashion over the last few years and the trend only seems to be growing in popularity. Every November, men around the world join forces to grow moustaches for what has become known as ‘Movember’, to raise awareness of men’s health....
Palm Oil-free Face Lotion Formula: Floral Moisturizing Fluid
Many of our students are interested in using palm oil-free emulsifiers. Palm oil is so prevalent in the cosmetics industry that palm oil-free options are still fairly limited. Our team of formulators have been trialling six palm oil-free emulsifiers with great...
Simple DIY cosmetics to make at home with your kids
Making our own natural skincare products is a fun and creative hobby that we can enjoy from the comfort of our own homes. The beautiful thing about this hobby is that once you understand the basics and know where to get accurate and reliable information – plus a few...
Make your own $140 serum for under $5
Would you be surprised to find out that you can make a serum that retails for $140, at home, using basic equipment, in under five minutes and for less than $5? In this article we’re going to show you how easy it is! We’ve formulated our own version of Youth Dew by May...
Using the heat and hold method for making creams and lotions: pros and cons
When reading through cosmetic recipes or formulas for creams and lotions, some of them call for the ‘heat and hold method’ and some do not. This article will explore what the heat and hold method is, and the pros and cons of using it, to help you decide which process...
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 that contains mineral oil, parabens, synthetic color/fragrance, silicone and lanolin for an...
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 condition. They are an absolute dream for the natural and...
11 Benefits of oatmeal for your skin
IPuch more that just a healthy breakfast, oatmeal actually gives us much to be excited about as skincare creators! Oatmeal is naturally rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and lipids. Many scientific studies have been carried out on the benefits of oatmeal and...
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 it excellent for improving the signs of aging skin. This is a dry anhydrous mask that the...
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! Why not treat your skin to roses and chocolate on Valentine's Day? It’s better for you than edible chocolate, plus this mask...