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what are humectants in skincare
April 7, 2026March 28, 2026Formulas, Getting Started, Tips & Tricks

Humectants in Skincare: How They Hydrate Skin and How to Use Them in Formulation

What Are Humectants in Skincare? Humectants are ingredients used in skincare that attract and bind water molecules. Their main job is to increase hydration in the skin by pulling moisture from […]

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emulsifiers in skincare what they are and how they work
March 31, 2026March 31, 2026Formulas, Getting Started, Tips & Tricks

What Is an Emulsifier in Skincare? (Beginner Guide + Formula Examples)

Most skincare products contain both oil and water. Lotions, creams, and conditioners all rely on a combination of these ingredients to moisturize and protect the skin. But oil […]

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DIY Potpourri
January 12, 2026January 22, 2026Cleaning, Cleaning, Formulas, Getting Started

How to Make Your Own Potpourri at Home | Easy DIY Potpourri with Fragrance Oil

How to Make Your Own Potpourri Using Fragrance Oil Making your own potpourri at home is a simple and affordable way to refresh your space naturally. Whether you […]

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March 26, 2023March 4, 2023Formulas, Getting Started, Jargon Explained

How Do You Determine The Shelf Life of Homemade Cosmetics

The question that I am asked most often is How Do You Determine The Shelf Life of Homemade Cosmetics. Nothing lasts forever, including the cosmetics and skin care […]

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February 27, 2023January 25, 2026Candle, Cleaning, Formulas, Getting Started

Massage Candle Oil Ratio

Check out my Massage Candle Oil Ratio experiment to see just how much carrier oil I can put into a candle and test the consistency. When you are […]

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Citric Acid Solution
January 16, 2023January 22, 2023Getting Started

How to make 50% Citric Acid Solution

Today I am going to show you how to make a simple, yet very useful 50% citric acid solution. I find that it is a very handy solution […]

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