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Zachariah Kovac 3/15/21 Zachariah Kovac 3/15/21

Comparing Different Waxy Thickeners

In this post, I will be comparing the most common cosmetics waxes we use in cosmetic formulations. Whether you make skincare or color cosmetics, you will know about these.

Zachariah Kovac 3/12/21 Zachariah Kovac 3/12/21

What Percentage Should I use?

We already looked at can we use lower percentages of a preservative. So now it is time to talk about what the percentages should be.

Zachariah Kovac 3/5/21 Zachariah Kovac 3/5/21

When can we use A Lower amount of preservatives?

In this post, we are going to be going over when you would use less than the amount of preservative we normally use.

Zachariah Kovac 3/5/21 Zachariah Kovac 3/5/21

Dispersion in Color Cosmetics Part 2

In this post, I am going to be sharing with you my top 5 ingredients for cosmetic formulations. These are the ingredients I reach for the most to make a formulation and go thought the quickest. I know formulating can be so personal so my list will definitely be different than yours. However, I think is cool to know, so here we are.

Zachariah Kovac 2/22/21 Zachariah Kovac 2/22/21

Protein-Packed Facial Serum

In this post, I am going to be sharing with you a simple protein serum. All skin types will love this serum.

Zachariah Kovac 2/19/21 Zachariah Kovac 2/19/21

Updated Ingredient Guide Entry: Abyssinian Oil

In this post, I am going to be sharing with you the updated Ingredient Guide entry for Abyssinian Oil. After this post goes live it the Ingredient guide will be updated.

Zachariah Kovac 2/15/21 Zachariah Kovac 2/15/21

Updated Cosmetics Dictionary

In this post, I am going to be sharing with you an updated cosmetic dictionary. I have added a bunch of new terms.

Zachariah Kovac 2/10/21 Zachariah Kovac 2/10/21

Conclusion to the Cocoa & Mint Series + How I Think of Themes

The last formula for the Cocoa and mint series has been posted. So I want to make a concluding post.
I am going to update the formula directory to have the series. And the individual posts within the categories. I do this for convenience for you; to be able to easily find formulas.

Zachariah Kovac 2/8/21 Zachariah Kovac 2/8/21

The Color Blending Process: revised

In this post, I'm going to be sharing the color blending process. This is a revised post, here is the original. (link)

Zachariah Kovac 2/5/21 Zachariah Kovac 2/5/21

What is Happening? Color Blending Without a Precise Scale

In this post, we are going to be discussing how to color blend without a precise scale.

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.
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