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What are Humectants?

In this post, we are going to talk about what humectants are and some uncommon ones. 

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Reducing Greasiness of Emulsions

In this post, we are going to be talking about how to reduce greasiness in emulsions. Greasiness is not desirable in most applications, such as the face and hands. In the case of foot creams, as long as you wear something over it, then it is fine. This post was inspired by the Instagram post that I made. Here I am going to be going into more detail. 

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Fall Eyeshadow Formula + Color Blends
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

Fall Eyeshadow Formula + Color Blends

In this post, I am going to be sharing with you some fall color blends that you can use for color cosmetics. This is not a sponsored post but the mica was gifted to me from Yellow Bee. The mica will be used quite often in this post. If you do not want to purchase any new mica than you can just look at the colors that I have and create something similar. To do that i highly recommend reading my color theory for formulators post. (Link)

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Formulating for Fall: Altering Formulas for the Season
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

Formulating for Fall: Altering Formulas for the Season

​In this post we are going to be talking about how to change your formulas for fall. For California it gets a little colder and windier. Depending on where you live is the ultimate deciding factor on how you should formulate. I am going to be doing these pot seasonally. Since this is the first round, I will not include many but, for the next ones I will include previous formulas that will fit the criteria. 

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Oil-Based Barrier Repair Serum
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

Oil-Based Barrier Repair Serum

In this post, I going to be sharing a super simple barrier repair serum. This is a great time to make this product. As we approach winter you will have a better barrier and result in less dry skin. Let's get started. 

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Marshmallow Jelly Face Wash
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

Marshmallow Jelly Face Wash

In this post, I am going to be sharing my Marshmallow Jelly Face Wash. This is a low foam face wash that is super gentle. You can use it as your only cleanser in the morning, or as a second cleanse in a double cleanses. Just make sure you use a cleansing balm or oil with good wash off. This formulation is very easy to make. The active surfactant matter of this formulation is 7%. If you do not know what that is then read this post here. (link). Let's get started!

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Creating Your Own Extracts
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

Creating Your Own Extracts

​In this post, we are going to be talking about making your own extracts. I am going to be straightforward from the start. I do not recommend making your own extracts at home for a number of reasons that I will address. I am still going to show you so that at least you can be better off. 

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Classic Vegan Bullet Lipstick
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

Classic Vegan Bullet Lipstick

In this post I am going to be sharing my vegan lipstick formulation.
Disclaimer: This formulation cannot be used for your business. If you want to use this formula you will need to pay for the formula and then it will be removed from the blog. If you want this without strings attached then you can contact me.

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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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