Cosmeceuticals

Q&A: Which emulsifiers do we use to make a lotion containing acids, such as AHAs or fruit acid complex?

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In the October Q&A post, Sarah asked: This is a question that has been consuming me – which emulsifiers do we use to make a lotion or cream (not a gel) containing acids, such as fruit AHAs, and lactic acid? Seriously! Which ones? Signed, Old and Wrinkly Kristina shared, Simulgreen 18-2 is ECOcert and Natrue certified, AND is stable between ph...

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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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Q&A: What can I do with sea kelp bioferment? Can I put it in a shampoo bar?

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In the September Q&A, Andrea asked: I bought sea kelp bioferment…now what do i do with it? I mixed a bit into the Tracie Martyn dupe and it felt nice on my skin. Could it replace some of the water in that concoction? Could we add sea kelp to a shampoo bar? How would that work,...

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Q&A: Using l-ascorbic acid in anhydrous and silicone based formulas

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In the July Q&A, Karrye asked, You previously mentioned using L-Ascorbic acid in anhydrous formulas so that they could be used on wet skin, in order to reap the benefits of Vitamin C without the chance of it oxidizing. However, I don’t think you showed any recipe examples. Could you please? PS. I’m aware I...

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Subscribers’ Q&A: Is there a benefit to mixing different molecular weights of hyaluronic acid?

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In the June Q&A, Charlette asked: I am confused about using low and high molecular HA. I understand that the low weight doesn’t gel – but has better penetration. Is it possible to use both low AND high weights in a formula? I like the gelling of the high molecular (especially in toner–gives a bit of...

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