Introducing our NEW, ECOCERT, and COSMOS certified, readily biodegradable Conditioning Emulsifier, VARISOFT® EQ 65. Continue reading “Introducing a NEW COSMOS Certified, Green Conditioning Emulsifier”
Formula Botanica Organic Skincare Free Masterclass
I was fortunate to attend a seminar given by Formula Botanica Founder, Lorraine Dallmeir, at the In-Cosmetics Global convention in Paris in 2019. Lorraine’s down to earth lecture style, and her formulation business philosophy really resonated with me. Continue reading “Formula Botanica Organic Skincare Free Masterclass”
Tropical Butter Solid Shampoo Bar Recipe
Introducing our NEW Shampoo Bar Mould, and our delicious Tropical Butter Solid Shampoo Bar Recipe to get you started! Ditch the plastic shampoo bottle and lather up with eco-friendly, sustainable shampoo and conditioner bars! Our Shampoo Bar Mould makes a bar that looks like it has been machine pressed, but is quick and easy to do by hand – the perfect tool for DIY makers. Continue reading “Tropical Butter Solid Shampoo Bar Recipe”
Pucker Up!
There are times when our lips need a little more attention and TLC. This month’s spotlight is on lips and prepping them to stay smooth and hydrated all year round. Did you know that your lips don’t have any sebaceous glands? Yep that’s right. No wonder they often become dry and chapped – cue lip balm! Continue reading “Pucker Up!”
The Lavender Files
I came across my notes on Lavender for a lecture I gave the WA Herb Society and thought it would be a perfect blog topic to share some bits and pieces as the kids are now back at school and we settle into a new year.
Pantone Colour of the Year 2022 – Very Peri
Drum roll please!
Pantone has announced that the colour of the year for 2022 is…..Very Peri!
“Displaying a carefree confidence and a daring curiosity that animates our creative spirit, inquisitive and intriguing PANTONE 17-3938 Very Peri helps us to embrace this altered landscape of possibilities, opening us up to a new vision as we rewrite our lives.”
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Festive Season Scents and Blending Ideas
Though the temperatures outside may range from quite warm to very very hot, we love bringing the festive feel of a snowy White Christmas into our home during the holidays!
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Loofah Sponges – Not Just for the Bathroom!
Don’t we all just love a little Loofah scrub down to smooth and exfoliate our tired bods! But this versatile veggie can do so much more than scrub away old skin! Loofah (Luffa), Mother Nature’s all natural, multi-purpose exfoliator, can not only be used to thoroughly clean and massage your skin but can also serve as a biodegradable, compostable kitchen and household cleaning product!
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The Big Three – Cocoa, Shea and Mango Butter
Our Cocoa, Mango and Shea butters are popular for a reason! Smooth, luscious and ready to be whipped, melted and soaped. These high-quality emollient products can be added to lotions and balms to give you a moisturising product leaving skin hydrated and supple. Continue reading “The Big Three – Cocoa, Shea and Mango Butter”
Using Additives in Melt & Pour Soap
Melt and Pour Soap is a blank canvas just waiting for you to be creative and add colour, fragrance and lots of additives! Continue reading “Using Additives in Melt & Pour Soap”