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Eumulgin SG is great… so why don’t I recommend it?
Eumulgin SG is a great o/w emulsifier. But, there’s a reason why I don’t really […]
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Here’s why you shouldn’t depend on AI for formulation
I can’t stress this enough: don’t depend on AI or chatgpt when it comes to […]
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Aminosensyl SC Neutralization Step is Tripping Some People Up
As yall know, I love testing out ingredients… especially if those ingredients aren’t finicky. Welp, […]
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Mandelic Acid Serum? Still working on it!
You guys, I haven’t been able to make my ideal Mandelic Acid Serum yet. I’ve […]
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Chinese Manufacturers Ignite Luxury Scandal, But they ALSO Make Private Label Hair Care & Skincare [PODCAST #22]
Guess what? Chinese manufacturers don’t only make luxury bags, expensive watches and $700 shoes. They’re […]
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Choosing Ingredients [PODCAST #21]
Let’s discuss why certain ingredients are chosen when used to make formulas. For me, there […]
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What formulas would you like to see?
Hi guys! I always want to experiment on different formulas, but what formulas do you […]
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TLDR: Water-in-Oil Emulsions
What Are Water-in-oil emulsions? A water-in-oil emulsion (w/o) is one where water droplets are dispersed […]
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Do you remember TRESemme Naturals?
Do you guys remember the choke hold TRESemme Naturals (the white top) had on the […]
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DUD: Green Tea Style Gel v2 – Didn’t make the cut
Today, let’s take a look at this lime green, green tea honey style gel. This […]
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How to QUICKLY Hydrate Sepimax Zen
Let’s hydrate Sepimax Zen to a very thick gel without having to let it sit […]
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Brassica Alcohol vs Brassica Glycerides?
Brassica alcohol vs brassica glycerides? What’s the difference and which one should you use? I […]
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Using HEC with Salicylic Acid, Niacinamide and Azelaic Acid?
I got an email question about formulating with HEC (hydroxyethyl cellulose), salicylic acid, niacinamide and […]
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5 Basic DIY Shampoo Facts [POD]
There are at least 5 basic diy shampoo facts I wish I knew before trying […]
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Gelmaker NAT vs Gelmaker RHEO
Hey curlyteas! I received an email question asking if there are any major differences between […]
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How to Expedite Hydroxyethylcellulose (HEC) Hydration
Hey curlyteas! Today I’m going to show you how to use a little shortcut to […]
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Chamomile Body Butter Misadventures😩😁 Part 4
Oh yeah! I’m continuing to experiment with various versions of a chamomile based body butter. […]
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Chamomile Body Butter Misadventures🥴🤭 Part 3
The chamomile body butter misadventures continue with more clownery and fun! Part 3 starts with […]
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Chamomile Body Butter Misadventures 😵😛Part 2
Let’s continue with the write-up of my various Chamomile Body Butter tests. Read Part 1 […]
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Chamomile Body Butter Misadventures 😵🤭 Part 1
As I type this, I’m working on the formula for version 17 of a Chamomile […]
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Shea Azelaic Cream Serum – Tester v 11 (skin)
Shea Azelaic Cream Serum – Tester [version 11] makes approx 50 grams (fits 3.5oz container) […]
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Hydroxyethyl cellulose, Niacinamide and NAG Serum Test – What the HEC?
Hey curlyteas! For the past few days I’ve been testing hydroxyethyl cellulose aka “hydroxyethylcellulose” (HEC). […]
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UPDATE: Looking for Alternatives to BTMS-50?
Updated ingredients are marked in PINK. BTMS-50 is, in my opinion, an amazing conditioning emulsifier […]
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Formulating with Vitamin B3 Niacinamide
Are you formulating with Vitamin B3 like I am? Well, I have some information to […]
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Anionic (negative charge) Surfactants
Anionic (negative charge) Surfactants provide a lot of lather/detergency in shampoos, face and body wash, […]