The Diploma in Natural Skincare Formulation: A Complete and Comprehensive Curriculum
Our qualified professionals and industry experts have created the third edition of the Diploma in Natural Skincare Formulation to ensure it is a comprehensive and all inclusive course that takes you, from start to finish, through every aspect of your skincare...
6 Success Tips For Natural Beauty Entrepreneurs: Creating the mindset of a successful business leader
Many natural beauty enthusiasts dream that one day they will be able to make their own products to sell, and for good reason! The growth of the natural and organic beauty market is the fastest growing section of the cosmetics industry and many people are turning away...
The Complete Guide to Natural Skincare Ingredients and Raw Materials!
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...
Learning skin anatomy & physiology: the key to formulating for different skin types
One of the most important areas of knowledge for a formulator of natural and organic skincare is skin anatomy and physiology. It is not enough to simply create a skincare product with a hunch that it will work on certain skin types and skin concerns. Textbooks on this...
The Only Course You Need to Create Your Own Skincare Brand
The growth of the natural and organic beauty market is the fastest growing section of the cosmetics industry and many people are turning away from conventional high street beauty brands in search of brands they can identify with, that conform to their values and that...
Pentylene Glycol: The Natural Multifunctional Preservative
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...
Which Natural Preservatives are Most Effective For Skincare Formulations? You Asked, We Answered!
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...
How to Formulate Natural Water-in-Oil (W/O) Emulsions
If you’ve mastered making creams and lotions, it’s time to learn to formulate and make water-in-oil emulsions! This rich, deeply moisturizing and iconic emulsion type will take your skincare formulation skills to the next level. In this article, we’ll explore: What...
Using Dip Slides for Preliminary Cosmetic Preservative Testing
You’ve formulated your natural skincare products and you need to have them professionally tested to see how well it is preserved against microbial growth. But professional cosmetic testing, known as Preservative Efficacy Testing (PET), or challenge testing, can be...
Formulating with Polyhydroxy Acids (PHAs) in Natural Skincare
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...
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