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I’ve written a lot about Christmas presents on the blog, so I’ll refer you to this post where you can find links to making bath bombs, bath salts, whipped butters, and more. I also encourage you to check out this post on some things to consider when looking for a good bath & body recipe...
In this post, Oil free moisturizer, Tim asks: I’m thinking of formulating a completely water-based soothing moisturising gel using natural/nature-derived ingredients. So far I’m thinking of Honeyquat for the humectant as well as a marshmallow glycerine extract a bit of extra humectant and as the emollient. The rest of it would be something like a...
Sorry for being a day late here, but my pH meter decided to play silly games with me and I couldn’t get it going until last night. I finally made the recipe from the previous post , but I’m not terribly happy with it. I had to reduce the pH pretty substantially, and had to...
In this post, Equipment for newbies, Nerium asks: I have been a long time reader and finally took the plunge and made my first solid shampoo and conditioner today using your recipes and tutorials for guidance. Thank you so much for sharing all of this excellent information. Unfortunately, it’s not feasible for me to have...
Hi everyone! Hope you’re having a lovely Sunday. Sorry I haven’t been around much lately, but I’ve finally had a chance to sit down and read the comments. I’ve really enjoyed reading your questions and suggsestions, and I’m getting through them one by one. I continue to ask your patience as I’m still in October,...