As I get closer to creating a skincare line, I am learning that what your brand is will determine the formulations for your product. So, I am starting to dive into learning how to create a brand. What your values are will determine your brand. There are many variables to consider when you know your values. Your values will determine who you buy your ingredients from, for example, are … [Read more...]
Moisture Rich Hair Butter
A hair butter is good to use on the hair especially if your hair is dry or damaged. Hair butters nourish the hair, seal in moisture, and helps to protect the hair from breakage. There are different types of butters that can be used when formulating a hair butter, such as shea butter, mango butter, and cocoa butter, to name a few. I like to use this butter on dry and wet hair. I used … [Read more...]
Brown Sugar Foot Scrub
So, I was trying something new because I am still in my learning phase of formulating skincare products. One of the things that I love to do is to give myself a pedicure. I love to pamper my skin. So, I thought that I would make my own scrub. I love to exfoliate my skin. I love facial scrubs, and I love foot scrubs. There are different types of exfoliants that can be used to remove dead skin … [Read more...]
Turning Bar Soap Into Liquid Soap
When it comes to bathing, I am in the camp of preferring bar soap to liquid soap. Except when it comes to washing my hands and washing my hair. That is when my preference turns to liquid soap. I like to have liquid soap in a beautiful pump bottle in the bathroom, especially when I have guests over. I find it more convenient to use than having bar soap. Until I tackle the challenge of … [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...]
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