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Zachariah Kovac 5/28/21 Zachariah Kovac 5/28/21

Batch Sizes for Cosmetics

In this post, I am going to be sharing with you how to determine the batch size for your formulations. I want to share some consideration to think about when you want to know how much you should make. We will be going over a lot of products. So this would be a good post to get a notebook out for.

Zachariah Kovac 5/28/21 Zachariah Kovac 5/28/21

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My Advice For High Schoolers Getting into Cosmetics Chemistry

In this post, I will be sharing my advice for high schoolers going into cosmetic chemistry. This post is a targeted, but anyone wanting to get into the field will find this post useful. I have been asked many times how does someone get into cosmetic chemistry. The reality is that there is no one way or one answer. What works for me may not for you. Forewarning that this post will be all over the place, I want to give you well-rounded information on many topics.

Zachariah Kovac 5/24/21 Zachariah Kovac 5/24/21

Ingredient List Follow-up

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

“Oil” Cleanser Formula

In this post, I will be sharing with you a formula that happened by accident, but I am in love with it. You will notice the quotes around the oil. That is because I made a face wash that has an oil-like texture but is all water-based. It has little to no foam, but it breaks down makeup so well.

Zachariah Kovac 5/19/21 Zachariah Kovac 5/19/21

What is Happening? My Powder Cosmetic is Patchy

Zachariah Kovac 5/14/21 Zachariah Kovac 5/14/21

How Do We Make a Formula from Scratch?

In this video, we will go over how to develop a formula from scratch. I know that is a common question new formulators have: how do you come up with that? I go over that and a whole lot more.

Zachariah Kovac 5/10/21 Zachariah Kovac 5/10/21

Common Formulation Mistakes Part 2

In this post, we will discuss additional formulation mistakes. This is part two of common formulation mistakes that I frequently encounter on the internet. This post is not targeting anyone in particular. I am simply pointing out what I have observed and commenting on it, ensuring that you are formulating your thoughts properly. I want to ensure that you are developing safe and effective cosmetic products. I have identified five common mistakes that I have been observing. Let's get started.

Zachariah Kovac 5/7/21 Zachariah Kovac 5/7/21

Tip for Coffee Grinders

In this post, I'll share a simple tip for coffee grinders to get more efficient at blending your cosmetic powders together.

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

How to Adjust the PH Of Your Products

Zachariah Kovac 4/30/21 Zachariah Kovac 4/30/21

Setting Up My pH Meter

In this post, I am going to be sharing the process of setting up my pH meter.
This is the one I got (Amazon Link) Apera Instruments AI209-T Value Series PH20 pH Tester Combo Kit, Including The Maintenance Set, and a CalPod Solution Holder for Easy Calibration https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077Z6LF91/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_YC5JZWREDB755X3EKZ28?psc=1 Non-affilate.
So I am not going to lie. I got this for Christmas 2020, and I have not set it up until April 8th, 2021. I was super daunted to open it up and use it. I finally did it! That is way too long. I don't know what it took me a little over three months to go finally use it.
Still in awe.

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. (link)
Always test a patch of new ingredients before using them.
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