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As I mentioned in the August 31, 2024, update post, the August e-book is coming. I’m a few days away from it being done – I have one last edit, then we have to add the links, photos, diagrams, front cover, and so on – so expect it by September 5th-ish. There’s a coupon for...
…what would you like to make? I have quite literally thousands of formulas on this site – over 4,900 posts now – and in my e-books and classes, and I thought we could take a look at some of my tried-and-well-tested formulas that we know are safe, stable, and awesome if made as written. I...
Someone asked about our privacy policy at Point of Interest, and it’s pretty simple: Only three people can access your data – the administrators (Raymond and Susan) and you. We take the information required by the payment processor, like your name, address, phone number, and email address – and that’s used to create your account, … Read more
TRIstat D2 (INCI: Propylene Glycol, Diazolidinyl Urea, Methyl Paraben, Propyl Paraben) is a viscous, clear, liquid broad spectrum preservative that fights against mold, yeast, fungi, and bacteria, that works well in emulsified and water containing products, especially those that’re hard to preserve, like those with loads of botanical ingredients. It can be used in products...
Check out this post in Cosmetics & Toiletries, U.S. FDA on MoCRA: New Authority, Fragrance Allergens, Animal Testing and More, for more on this new legislation. Marie Gale is the one to consult for interpreting this legislation, and I definitely recommend her site. This is the updated information as of July 2024. As you read...