This is my experience of doing the final project of the Diploma of Organic Skincare Formulation. In part 2 I describe how I started by testing different emulsifiers to decide which one to use. Also my top tips to stable formulations! […]
I finally passed my Diploma of Organic Skincare Formulation! For my final project I made a hand cream especially for soapmakers. Find out my thoughts, research, experimentations and failures, until I finally perfected the cream. […]
Upcoming workshops in September! Want to learn how to make soap? Want to know more about the science of soap making? Want to learn how to colour your soaps naturally? Want to make your own solid shampoo and conditioner bars? Come and join one of my classes! […]
Just a quick little post about the fun afternoon I had with Karen, my Formula Botanica study buddy. We played around making lipsticks 💄💋 and I wanted to show you some pictures. […]
Making emulsions can be daunting, especially with the many different emulsifying systems available on the market. Which one should you use? How do they differ? To make things easier, I’ve tested five of the most common oil-in-water (O/W) emulsifiers available here in New Zealand. […]
Thought I’d share a ‘I have an idea’ video. This came to me last night, middle of the night, and I thought I’d give it a try this morning. This is one idea, no planning, no testing, not even prepared. Just grab pot and start making. This is NOT recommended if you want your result to be something that you can use/sell/give away. But this is how most of my soap tutorials and DIY boxes start out. With an idea. […]
Summer time is watermelon time! Fresh, cooling, hydrating and low in fat and calories – it’s the perfect thirst quenching summer food! Watermelon contains about 92% water and is high in many valuable vitamins, minerals, amino acids and antioxidants, particularly lycopene. In fact, watermelon contains more lycopene than tomatoes, and this is what I want to talk about. […]
Sweet little love hearts that are fun to knit with a small amount of yarn. Perfect to use up your leftover stash! The hearts are knitted in one piece, starting at the bottom and finishing at the top, with only very little sewing to be done. They look gorgeous knitted up or they can be felted into cuddly little love hearts. These are a wonderful quick little knit and sure to put a smile on your Valentine! […]
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