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Scaling Formulation (Free Post)
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac
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Scaling Formulation (Free Post)

In this post, I am going to share how to scale formulations. Understanding formulations and how to scale formulations is super important.

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Three Easy Formulations to Try in the New Year
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac
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Three Easy Formulations to Try in the New Year

Formulating your own cosmetics is so rewarding. So for this free post, I want to share three easy formulations that you can make for the new year. I will focus on easy ingredients that you can find readily on Amazon. These will be great first-time projects. This post will assume that you know how to scale formulations. If you do not then please read this post. (Link)
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equipment that you will need is a scale, glass beaker, something to stir with like a lab spoon, and something to whisk. Make sure whatever that you use, it is only for formulating and not for food.
For the ingredients, I want a liquid oil, refined shea butter, beeswax, and vitamin E. Let's talk about these.

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Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac
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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.

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Reflection on My First Year of College
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac
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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.

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Reflection on My First Chemistry Class
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac
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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.

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Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac
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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.

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Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

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.

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Why is pH Important?
Zachariah Kovac Zachariah Kovac

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.

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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.
Comments and opinions written by authors on Cosmetic Your Ways are their own and do not represent the views of any past, present, or future employers.

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