Ingredients

The CosIng database functions: Introduction and A

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This series has been written by Natalie Skiller, known as the awesome formulator for Sweet Little Crumb (Facebook, Instagram). It’s my absolute honour to be able to share Natalie’s work with you!  The CosIng Database lists 83 functions. There was 89 but the database is a living document and gets updated so some of these...

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Learning how to use the Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng), part two: Understanding ingredient functions

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Welcome to the third part of what will be a nine part series on navigating global regulations, learning how to use the Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng), and defining all kinds of ingredient functions so we can be more specific about the goals we have for our ingredients and our products. Find part one here! Find...

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Emollients you will love: Cacay oil (INCI: Caryodendron orinocense seed oil)

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Cacay oil (INCI: Caryodendron orinocense seed oil) – might also be called Kahai oil – is a light, quick absorbing, non-greasy oil with a slightly nutty odour that works as a dry oil with a matte appearing finish with some dewiness and good emollience. It’s cold pressed from the seeds of the Caryodendron orinocense tree...

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Buying “previously owned” ingredients from destashing groups or Facebook Marketplace: Some things to seriously consider including information on good manufacturing processes (GMP) and certifications

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I’m all about trying to conserve, being less wasteful, passing on ingredients if I can’t use them or won’t have time, and sharing where I can, but we need to talk about using previously owned ingredients you’ve purchased from someone you might not know on destashing groups on Facebook or on Marketplace or other online...

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Q&A: What is Undaria pinnatifida (seaweed) powder? Where can I find it? How can I make this gorgeous OSEA Undaria Algae Body Oil?

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In the monthly Q&A, Donna asked, Hello, I am trying to duplicate a body oil that has seaweed/algae as an ingredient, undaria pinnatifida powder to be specific. I can’t find a similar ingredient that will work in oil. All other ingredients are oils or extracts. Does anyone have a suggestion? The body oil is OSEA Undaria Algae...

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