Month: September 2018

Chemistry: Rheology modifiers – categories and defining a few more terms

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On September 7th, we started this series off by looking at why xanthan gum might pill or ball on your skin when used in lotions. Then we started this series, for which I’ve also created a glossary of terms as we’ll be using them a lot in the future… Defining some scientific terms: Solubility, viscosity,...

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Q&A: Has anyone used MSM (methylsulfonylmethane)? What did you think?

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In the August Q&A, Charlette very awesomely asked more awesome questions! I‘m wondering if anyone (including Susan!) has used Methylsulfonylmethane–otherwise known as MSM? From what I’ve read–it’s like a wonder ingredient-and yet I don’t see it in formulas. It’s referred to as an “additive”. Essential Wholesale says this about ingredient: “Excellent ingredient for mature skin...

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Chemistry: Rheology modifiers – Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluids

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On September 7th, we started this series off by looking at why xanthan gum might pill or ball on your skin when used in lotions. Then we started this series, for which I’ve also created a glossary of terms as we’ll be using them a lot in the future… Defining some scientific terms: Solubility, viscosity,...

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Update on what I’m writing at the moment…

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I thought I should share an update with you on where I am in my monthly cycle of posting. I’m doing okay physically – I’m still in a lot of pain every day with muscle spasms, but the ones in my hip flexor, piriformis, and glut med muscles have quieted down to a dull roar,...

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Q&A: If anyone has tried salicylic acid in a shampoo how much did you use and do you think it made your product better?

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In the August Q&A, Allison asked: I’ve noticed that salicylic acid is an ingredient in some anti-dandruff shampoos (I’m guessing because it helps with flakiness) but it’s also used in a color-protection shampoo that I like. I’m wondering if you know what benefit it might have in hair care other than as a dandruff treatment? I’d...

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