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      How to Create a Formula from Scratch
In this post, we are going to be discussing how to create your own formulas. I feel like I have gradually given this information, but I want to make a clear post so that It can be all in one place.
How to Improve Formulations for Your Business
I just want to help some small businesses out there. I have been noticing some problems, and I want to give you the solutions to the issues. These are general and not meant to single anyone out.
      
      Formulating Face Lotions
In this post, we are going to be talking about formulating face lotions. If you have not already, I would read my posts associated with emulsions, as they will help with this post. (Link) I also already made a post about the difference between lotions, creams, and body butter; you can find it here. With all that said, we are going to get into it.
      
      Formulating Serums
In this post, we are going to be talking about creating serums. If you are a beginner in making cosmetics, then I recommend that you read my beginner series to get the basics, as they will not be covered here. (Link) With that out of the way, let's get started.
      
      Formulas for Face Masks
In this post, I am going to be going into detail about how to formulate face masks. We are going to be talking about dry face masks and gels. Emulsion-based ones, we will get into when we talk about face lotions.
      
      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!
      
      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.
      
      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!
      
      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.
      
      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!
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. (link)
Always do a test patch of new ingredients that you have.
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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