Tips & techniques: Why it’s ill advised to use Aloe Vera Gel in emulsions!

by

I see questions about how to use Aloe Vera Gel in emulsions in every space online in which we discuss lotions, and I thought this topic needed its own post, so let’s take a moment to learn more about Aloe Vera, Aloe Vera Gel, and why I don’t suggest using the latter in emulsions. What...

This content is for Foundation, Formulation, and Innovation members only.
Subscribe
Already a member? Log in here

Q&A: What’s the purpose of alcohol ethyoxylate and potassium hydroxide in a liquid detergent formula?

by

In the monthly Q&A, Matt asked a question I completely missed. (I’m sorry, Matt!) Hi Susan, looking to reformulate this liquid laundry detergent recipe and had a couple questions about the ingredient lists. Here is the list: Fragrance (Parfum), Soft Water, Coco-Glucoside, Alcohol Ethoxylate, Coco-Betaine, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Hydroxide, Preservative. What is the purpose...

This content is for Foundation, Formulation, and Innovation members only.
Subscribe
Already a member? Log in here
Categories Q&A

Scales! An Equipment review: Let’s meet a few scales that weigh 0.01 gram/0.001 ounces (part three of the series)

by

We started this series with the introduction or part one in which we reviewed the parts of the scale and things we might want to consider when we buy one with some information on significant figures and instrument error. In part two, we looked at few scales I’ve owned over the years that measure to 1...

This content is for Foundation, Formulation, and Innovation members only.
Subscribe
Already a member? Log in here

When lotions go wrong! (Updated 2023)

by
A collage of diagrams demonstrating different ways a lotion can fail. The top image is of a successful lotion, with micelles containing yellow oil floating in a sea of blue water.

Original post shared 2009. Slowly updating it for 2023 with new information and diagrams. This is definitely a work in progress as there’s so much more to share!  At one time or another, we’ve all experienced epic lotion failure and asked ourselves what we did wrong. We call it separation, but do you know why...

This content is for Foundation, Formulation, and Innovation members only.
Subscribe
Already a member? Log in here

Scales! An equipment review: Let’s meet a few scales that weigh 1 gram/0.1 ounce (part two of the series)

by

We started this series with the introduction or part one in which we reviewed the parts of the scale and things we might want to consider when we buy one with some information on significant figures and instrument error. Today, we’ll look at a few scales I’ve owned over the years that measure to 1...

This content is for Foundation, Formulation, and Innovation members only.
Subscribe
Already a member? Log in here