Cosmetic Your Ways Blog
Creating a Cream Eyeshadow: Test 1
Note, this post was started to be written in February 2020
In this post, we will explore how to convert my liquid lipstick formula into a cream eyeshadow.
Pressed Powder Video
In this video, I am going to be sharing with you have to make pressed powders.
Hemp After Bath Oil
In this post, I am going to be showing you the formula in this picture. I am calling it my hemp after bath oil.
Going Back to “Normal”
On Wednesday, August 18, 2021, I will be attending my first in-person chemistry class for General Chemistry 1A. It has got me thinking of how I need to prepare to see people again. We are going to discuss the formulations I will be creating. The last two semesters have been completely online for me. This will be my first real college experience. I am excited and really nervous. I am glad that it is chemistry and not some other class. I will post an update on Wednesday to explain all the changes and more.
The formulations I want to make are a Gel-Cream Moisturizer and a Sugar Scrub.
Types of Scientific Evidence
In this post, we will discuss the various types of evidence. This is very important, not just for experimentation but also for life. This was adapted from Compound Interest.
Basic Equipment You Need to Formulate Part 1: The Absolute Basics + Challenge
In this post, I will share with you the basic equipment needed to formulate cosmetics.
Reflection on My First Year of College
In this post, I am going to be reflecting on my first year of college.
It is crazy to think that I have been in college for a whole year now. Technically, this is my second year of college, as I have already done two classes while in high school. However, it is my first year that I have taken a full load of classes. I always mention that because I don't want anyone to get confused. Lol.
I will break this post down by semester and then by the classes that I took that semester.
Setting Up A Home Cosmetics Lab
In this post, we are going to be talking about setting up a lab. Like most posts in this series it is going to be geared to a general chemistry lab but aspects you can take to apply to cosmetic chemistry. I wanted to share it with you this way that way if you ever decide to take a chemistry class that you would be prepared.
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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