Choosing fragrances is always difficult, especially when making soap. Which accelerate, which discolour? Unless you test yourself, you don’t really know in advance how a fragrance behaves in soap. So here are some fragrances that are available in New Zealand that I have tested for you. […]
This water-based anti-aging and rejuvenating Repair Serum has a beautiful light texture that leaves your skin feeling soft and hydrated. Containing few but powerful ingredients, such as rose, frankincense and hyaluronic acid, it is easy to make, yet can hold its own with high-end skin care products. Anti-wrinkling, balancing, softening, soothing, calming, plumping, radiating, hydrating… do I need to say more? […]
Kawakawa a traditional Maori medicinal plant found in New Zealand has many medicinal properties. This kawakawa ointment maximises the benefits by using both the oil-soluble compounds and water-soluble compounds of kawakawa, packing it full of goodness. A must-have in your natural, herbal first aid kit! Use it on grazes, cuts and small wounds, skin irritations and infections, insect bites and stings, as well as muscle and joint pain. […]
I never thought that this day would come so soon, but unfortunately DIY Soap Box is closing down. The next 6 months will be the last 6 boxes, but they’ll be the best ever! Six amazing designs! So what are you waiting for? Subscribe now! Don’t miss out – sign ups close 30 June! […]
This term is a busy month! The Mairangi Soap Class is already underway (and fully booked out). There are weekend classes for soap making, solid shampoo and conditioners, and the new making your own botanical face cream that is now offered at several schools. Check htem out now! […]
These are my favourite Christmas soaps to make, because, you gotta admit, they look incredibly cute! Check out my cold process piping soap recipe, how to pipe Christmas trees, and how to get a bright green colour for your Christmas trees! […]
Here it is: the final formulation of the Soapmakers Hand Cream. A beautiful rich hand cream created especially for soap makers that will condition and moisturise dry hands without leaving a greasy after-feel. […]
In this penultimate part, I reveal my secret ingredient (well secret to me anyway, because I only figured it out), and the new oils have arrived, which changes everything again. […]
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