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Yesterday, we met a new gelling agent in the form of Sepinov EMT 10, and Monday we took a look at the ingredients we’re using in this formula. Today, let’s look at the formula and some modifications we can make to it! NIACINAMIDE & WILLOW BARK OIL FREE MOISTURIZER (HYDRO-GEL) WATER PHASE 74.5% distilled water...
Last week, we took a look at this product and came up with a prototype recipe based on the ingredient list . Here’s the thing – I don’t think the list is correct based on Albert’s description of the product, so I’ve come up with a different recipe that I like better.Ingredient list: Shea Butter*,...
I don’t think I’ve mentioned that I’m teaching in Calgary, Alberta this weekend! If you’re interested, click here to see the registration page at Windy Point Soap! We’re offering an all day lotion making class with five different emulsifiers, a half day anhydrous class, and a half day class on conditioners. Everyone who attends will receive...
In yesterday’s post, we took a look at the ingredients to create a hydrating and oil free recipe with niacinamide and willow bark. Today, let’s take a look at this new gelling agent and what it offers. I’m using Sepinov EMT 10 as my gelling agent (INCI: Hydroxyethyl Acrylate / Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer). It’s a pre-neutralized polymer...
Some skin types can’t handle oils, so this recipe is an oil free moisturizer or serum into which you could add all kinds of lovely water soluble ingredients. My goal for this product is to hydrate skin, help reduce inflammation, soothe irritated skin, and promote a more even skin tone. I’m using willow bark extract...