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Formulating Face Masks
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

Formulating Face Masks

In this post, we are going to be discussing the different types of masks that we can formulate.
If you like this series, please let me know in the comments. So that I know to continue with this series. We have talked about face washes, and we have spoken about toners, so I thought it would be a great idea to create masks. As usually, you can use a face wash and then follow up with a mask. Before we get into the formulation part, we need to talk about all the different face mask that we can create. Some you may not even have known were possible. So let's get started!

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Formulating Toners
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

Formulating Toners

In this post, we are going to be talking about formulating formulas. These formulas have turned into an incidental series. I feel this is great for people just getting started or need a refresher on the basics. I don't care if you have been formulating for years; going back to basics can help you formulate more complex formulas. On the flip side, this is an excellent foundation for people who have not formulated before. This post is going to be all about toners. I have some opinions about them, so we are going to start there. 

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Formulating Face Washes Part 3
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

Formulating Face Washes Part 3

This post is going to be the last post for formulating face washes until we go to the next topic. This formula is going to be for people with healthy skin, but that want an effective cleanser to remove makeup. This formula is an entirely hydrous formula meaning that there is no oil in this formula. Lets's Get started!

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Ingredient Spotlight: Allantoin
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

Ingredient Spotlight: Allantoin

​In this post, we are going to be talking about my favorite ingredient, Allantoin. I love this ingredient for so many reasons. Read and find out why.

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How To Thicken Face Washes?
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

How To Thicken Face Washes?

​The two posts from last week got me thinking of ways to thicken face washes. Thickening can even be a problem for natural surfactants, no matter the product. So, in the post, I want to detail the ways you can thicken your face washes. Let's get started!

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Formulating Face Washes Part 2
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

Formulating Face Washes Part 2

In this post, we are going to be taking another deep dive into creating face washes. If you have not already, I would read my Introduction to DIY Cosmetics Part two before this. I will clarify and go in more depth then I will here.

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Formulating Face Washes
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

Formulating Face Washes

In this post, we are going to be taking a deep dive into creating face washes. If you have not already, I would read my Introduction to DIY Cosmetics Part Two before this. I will clarify and go in more depth than I will here. (Link)

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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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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 so that accidents are less likely to occur. 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 that you seek professional help if you want to start your own line. (
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Always do a test patch of new ingredients that you have.
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