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Zachariah Kovac 4/24/23 Zachariah Kovac 4/24/23

Terpenes and Phenylpropanoids

For my organic chemistry lab, we performed steam distillation of essential oils. In my lab textbook, there is an essay on essential oils that I wanted to summarize for you.

Zachariah Kovac 4/21/23 Zachariah Kovac 4/21/23

Working with Difficult Emulsifiers: BTMS-25, Ritamulese SCG, and Olivem 1000

In this post, I will share with you how to work with difficult emulsifiers. These emulsifiers tend to fail quite easily if they do not have the right conditions. The emulsifiers we will discuss are BTMS-25, Ritamulse SCG, and Olivem 1000. After doing further research, I have noticed that all of these emulsifiers are liquid crystal emulsifiers. [7] That is not to say that all liquid crystal emulsifiers are hard to work with; I just noticed that these ones in particular are.

Zachariah Kovac 4/17/23 Zachariah Kovac 4/17/23

Formulating Moisturizers for Different Skin Types

Moisturizers play a vital role in maintaining healthy skin by providing hydration and locking in moisture. However, not all moisturizers are formulated equally, and it's important to choose the right one for your skin type. In this blog post, we'll explore the various skin types and how to formulate moisturizers that cater to their specific needs.

Zachariah Kovac 4/14/23 Zachariah Kovac 4/14/23

Rancidity, Oxidation, Autooxidation, and Antioxidants

If you know me, you know I am quite into chemistry. I am getting a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. Currently, I am attending a community college and in my second semester of organic chemistry. Organic chemistry is quite hard, but it is quite rewarding. It is all the chemistry of our raw material, and how it is made.

Zachariah Kovac 4/12/23 Zachariah Kovac 4/12/23

Considerations for Salicylic Acid

Salicylic acid is a commonly used ingredient in cosmetics due to its ability to exfoliate and unclog pores, making it especially beneficial for those with acne-prone skin.

Zachariah Kovac 4/10/23 Zachariah Kovac 4/10/23

Glycolic Acid and Clay Mask (Advanced Formulation)

My skin has been breaking out more than normal. I think it is a combination of not properly removing my sunscreen and adding an oil serum to my routine that is heavier than I normally use. I wanted to create something that would help absorb excess oil and exfoliate the skin. As a disclaimer, I did use a guide to formulate this from the Institute of Personal Care Science. Page 35 of Apply Organic Principles to Formulate Organic Personal Care Products.

Zachariah Kovac 4/7/23 Zachariah Kovac 4/7/23

Formulating with Kojic Acid: My Findings + Advanced Formulation

I was formulating a formula for a client that wanted to use kojic acid for a hyperpigmentation serum. After about two and a half weeks the formula turned a brown color. I was so confused at the time on why it did that. I had followed the suppliers instructions, including vitamin E. What did I do wrong?

Zachariah Kovac 4/3/23 Zachariah Kovac 4/3/23

Member-to-Member Discussion

My other community page has a horrible comment processer. I made this post where you can ask me and other people who have access to the blog. I will replace the link and link it on the side bar.

Zachariah Kovac 3/31/23 Zachariah Kovac 3/31/23

Preview

Aloe Vera Gel (Free Formulation)

With summer approaching, I wanted to share my aloe gel formulation. I did make this formulation natural. I was also able to use a natural green extract for the color, Ellam Pazchai Light Green Water Soluble Powder. For full disclosure, the Ellam Pazchai Light Green Water Soluble Powder (not an affiliate link) was sent to me for free from Essential Whole Sale and Labs. This formulation is quite basic. You can alter it to whatever you have. Note that with that, your choice needs to be able to handle electrolytes.

Zachariah Kovac 3/31/23 Zachariah Kovac 3/31/23

Introduction to Cosmetic Colorants

Now let's talk about color! We have a couple of options for coloring our cosmetics; mica, iron oxides, dyes, and lakes. First and foremost, make sure that they are for where you are intending to use the product.

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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