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      Reflection on My First Chemistry Class
In this post, I am going to be reflecting on my first chemistry class. I wanted to do this for a couple of reasons, One being that I know for many people chemistry is one of their hardest subjects. Two, to give people an idea of what to expect and give some advice for people taking their first chemistry class.
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.
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.
 
      
      Why is pH Important?
In this post, we are going to be discussion why pH is important for making cosmetics. The picture above is my old meter.
 
      
      Formulation Notes
In this post, we are going to be talking about making formulations notes. If you do not have a notebook, I have two posts for you. 
1. Why you need a Notebook
2. How to Set Up a Notebook
 
      
      Updated Ingredient Guide Entry: Jojoba 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.
 
      
      Thread of Bad Advice into Good Advice
On Instagram, I made a post inspired by @dermangelo creating a camp and making it into a thread of bad advice on cosmetic formulations.
YOU ALL TURNED OUT!
So, I thought it would be a good idea to create a post that summarizes all the given information.
The main one was not adding a preservative. Preservatives are super crucial to making sure that your products are safe. Cosmetics are safe as long as they are in the correct percentages and that the stability has been tested to ensure safety. I do have a blog post that goes over stability in cosmetics. It is available on the diamond level blog.
What is Happening? Ingredients are not mixing
In this post, we will be talking about when a water-soluble ingredient is not mixing in a water-soluble medium.
Simple Skincare Routines
In this post, I am going to be sharing simple skincare routines. This post is just an infographic but, I wanted to switch it up.
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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