An emulsion combines two liquid phases that do not mix together. In this case it is oil and water. Because oil and water do not mix, we need an emulsifier. Emulsifiers are attracted to oil and water. This attraction allows the oils and water to bind together so that it does not separate. Types Of Emulsions: O/W. The oil is poured int the water phase. W/O. The water is poured into the … [Read more...]
Protecting The Skin’s Barrier
What I am learning about the skin as it relates to formulating is that our skin’s barrier protects us from internal factors, and external factors such as heat, cold, and the sun. As formulators we want to create products that protect and nourish the skin. One of the functions of the skin is that it acts as a barrier to prevent water loss so that we do not dry out. If your skin is dry, it is … [Read more...]
Using A Preservative In Your Skincare Product
If you are making a skincare product that contains water, it is important that you include a broad-spectrum preservative. This includes floral waters, hydrosols, and aloe vera juice When I first started making skincare products, I wanted to stick with making products that did not require a preservative. I read that some preservatives such as parabens, sodium lauryl sulfates (SLS), and … [Read more...]
Herbal Oil Infusion
I’ve been experimenting with making herbal oil infusions with different types of herbs and powders for the skin, hair, and body. When making an infusion, you are extracting all of the healthy properties of that herb to infuse into the oil. You can make an oil infusion using the hot or cold method. Using the cold method, you put your herbs or powders into a jar of oil and you sit it on a … [Read more...]
Hyaluronic Acid Facial Serum
This blog post welcomes an ingredient that I have been interested in experimenting with for my face. One of the ingredients that you may find in your facial creams or facial serums is Hyaluronic acid. This ingredient comes in a powder form or a gel that has already been made. I used the powder form to formulate this hyaluronic acid serum with just three ingredients: distilled water, hyaluronic … [Read more...]