Are Essential Oils Safe For Soap?
Essential oils are safe for soap, as long as you respect maximum rates. Their main risks are allergen substances, dermal sensitization and photoxicity.
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Essential Oils For Haircare Recipes
I’ve been reading and scavenging the net to find out for you what are the most adequate essential oils for haircare recipes, or to treat your hair condition.
How To Color Your Soap With Kitchen Ingredients
Want to find out how to avoid artificial colorants in your handmade soap? Know which ingredients work as good soap colorants!
5 Essential Oil Brands For DIY Recipes
The brand I advise to use for soapmaking is Now Foods. But choose a therapeutical-grade essential oil like PRANAROM or Plant Therapy for skincare leave-on products.
Where Do You Buy Essential Oils For Soap Making?
There has been a lot of hype about essential oils in the late years, but do you really know what are they? And how to choose the right ones to buy in case you want to use them in soap making? Essential oils are used in several handmade beauty products, like soap, creams, lotions, lip … Read more
Natural Oils For Your Skin
No one is a real skincare formulator without knowing its oils. This is why a chart like this is mandatory. Most natural cosmetics are oil-based, or contain a % of oil in their constitution. Vegetable oils and natural oils, in general, are filled with essential nutrients for your skin and your health – that is … Read more
What Does Lard Do In Soap?
Lard is a popular soapmaking ingredient, probably a bit misunderstood. It refers to pig fat. Many love using lard for soap making to add a creamy lather, conditioning properties and some hardness to the finished product. Because of these properties, lard is a common substitute for palm oil. Lard can be purchased from the store, or … Read more
Glycerin vs Vegetable Glycerin
Glycerin is a humectant substance, that is, it absorbs water from the atmosphere and helps to retain moisture in the skin. It is also a by-product of the production of handmade soap. I repeat, glycerin is a by-product of the production of handmade soap !! Like this: Oils + Lye => Fatty Acid Salt (Soap) … Read more
What Is a Fragrance Oil?
What is a fragrance oil? The market is filled with these products, also called essential oils. But is there a difference or they are all the same? Which ones are “good” and which ones are “bad”? Fragrance oils are a blend of synthetic aroma compounds, and/or essential oils (!), diluted in a carrier like propylene … Read more
Should I Buy Natural Skincare on Etsy?
Etsy is an American e-commerce website focused on handmade / vintage items and craft supplies. Find there natural soaps and all sort of skincare ingredients.
