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There is an extract called grape seed extract that is actually derived from a pine tree. We’re discussing grapeseed extract (no space between the two words), which is derived from the seeds of grapes. Grapeseed extract is a great way to get the goodness of grapeseed oil (and more!) into our products without worrying about...
My mom visited my blog the other day and said, “It’s all about chemistry!” So this is a picture for my mom, a picture of her only daughter trying to put five D cell batteries in her mouth, and, surprisingly, only managing three! I feel so bad for my mom at times – she’s such...
I love honeysuckle extract in anything I’m going to use on my face. I have acne prone skin, pale with a tendency to get very red, and I find it offers great anti-inflammation properties for me. Try it in a toner at 0.5% in the cool down phase after dissolving it in a little warm...
We have a culprit! Cory Thiarello has finally posted his name – I’m not sure if he has been the person using my blog in attempt to drum up business for his product, but others affiliated with the product won’t stop using the blog to advertise these products, which is against my very very clear...
Honeysuckle extract (INCI: Lonicera japonica extract) is a powdered or liquid extract from the Japanese honeysuckle, not the red clover honeysuckle we see in North America. (I could never eat honeysuckle as a child as I was always convinced that dogs peed on it. Now, as a proud dog owner, I know it is true!)Use...