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What is Happening? Adding Extracts to Anhydrous Products
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

What is Happening? Adding Extracts to Anhydrous Products

In this post, I am going to be talking about adding extracts to anhydrous products. There are going to be many topics reviewed in this post. However, if you are lost, then I recommend reading my Part 2 Introduction to DIY Cosmetics. (Link)

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Branding in 2020
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

Branding in 2020

This post is going to be about marketing stories and branding products for 2020. 
For non-business owners, I still recommend that you read this as you will get some insight on trends and if you should buy into them or not.

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Pressing the Loose Pigment Recipe
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

Pressing the Loose Pigment Recipe

​In this post, I am going to be sharing how to press my loose pigment formula. If you have already made my loose pigment, then it will only be a couple of steps until you have a finished eyeshadow. If you have not created it before, then you should check out the post that I made and see how to make the loose pigment. I will not be going over it in this post. (Link)
Let's get started!

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Makeup Q&A 1
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

Makeup Q&A 1

In this post, I am going to be answering the questions you have about makeup. Anything from techniques, working with certain products, formulations, or even how to formulate them. I wanted to create some makeup educational content so that not only can you create fantastic makeup but also know how to use it in a way that works for you.
Disclaimer: I always will give general advice as makeup is more individual then people may try to paint it out to be. So please use your reasoning when deciding if any of these are worth it for you.

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Cocoa Mint Hand Lotion
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

Cocoa Mint Hand Lotion

In this post, I am going to be sharing with you the cocoa and mint hand lotion. This formulation I developed is perfect for dry hands! With it being winter and excessive hand washing we all need to give our hands some tender love and care.  This is a THICK formula!

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Matte Powder Base Formula
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

Matte Powder Base Formula

In this post, I am going to be sharing my Matte Base for all kinds of cosmetics products. This formula was adapted from my mineral foundation. You will see many similarities, and I am going to detail why each ingredient is in there. 

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Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

Planning The Formula: Garnier Fructis Style Smoothing Cream

​In this post we are going to be planning the formulation for the product above. This product was brought up to me by a subscriber (Nicole Jeske) Thank you for the formula suggestion. This formula really caught my eye and I will go more in detail when we talk about the ingredients. Another thing is that this product is discontinued, so I cannot purchase this product and create an identical dupe but more of a formula dupe. Let's get started!

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Final Formula: Its a 10 Spray
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

Final Formula: Its a 10 Spray

​In this post, I am going to be sharing the final for the formula. Thus is going to be a straight forward post so let's get started! To see the planning post see it here!

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Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

How to Dupe Eyeshadow

​In this post, I am going to be sharing the process of duping an eyeshadow. I got inspired to make this blog post after I saw the Viseart collaboration with Camara Ready Cosmetics. It is THE perfect neutral palette. If you did not know Viseart is a brand for makeup artists, their 12 pans are $80. Steep, but this brand you are paying for high-quality eyeshadow. I stand by that.

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Current Skincare Routine
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

Current Skincare Routine

In this post I am going to be talking about my skincare routine for the new year. I like routines that are very adjustable. So, I can change it when I want to.  Currently it is very cold in California. So, right now I am trying exfoliate and heavily moisturize. Other days I may need to wash my face and go. It all depends. So, I am going to be also giving more case by case routines. I want to keep the intro short. So, let's get started!

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Disclaimer:

You are at your own risk when making anything from this blog. I am not liable for any mishaps that may occur. I do my best to include everything in the procedure to minimize the likelihood of accidents. My recommendation is always to read the post entirely first and then make the product.
Please keep in mind that these recipes/formulations are NOT meant to be sold or reproduced in large quantities. None of my recipes has been appropriately stability tested. I recommend seeking professional help if you want to start your own line of business. (
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Always test a patch of new ingredients before using them.
Comments and opinions written by authors on Cosmetic Your Ways are their own and do not represent the views of any past, present, or future employers.

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