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Sodium PCA
INCI: Sodium PCA (sodium L-pyroglutamate) Sodium PCA is a humectant and light conditioning agent for […]
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Baobab and Sweet Almond Oil Cleanser (for skin)
Baobab and Sweet Almond Oil Cleanser (for skin) makes approx 117 grams (should fit 4oz […]
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Which Emulsifier to Use and for What Purpose?
After an email question about the emulsifier called Olivem 1000 (Cetearyl Olivate (and) Sorbitan Olivate), I […]
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Chlorella
INCI: Chlorella vulgaris Chlorella is a single-celled green algae high in chlorophyll. It’s a gorgeous […]
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What the Curlytea Community Wants to Know #2 (Podcast)
This particular podcast is about you....well, about some of the emails I actually get from you guys! 1.Why not use Sodium lactate in hair care?...
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What the Curlytea Community Wants to Know #2 (Podcast)
This particular podcast is about you....well, about some of the emails I actually get from you guys! 1.Why not use Sodium lactate in hair care?...
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Milks for DIY mixes: Powder vs Liquid
Every now and then, people ask my opinion about whether to use liquid or powdered coconut milk or goat's milk in their DIY mixes. It's a personal preference but I…
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MangKo Butter
MangKo Butter (Mango and Kokum butter mix) - makes approx 115 grams (should fit 4 oz jar)
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Review: Phytorelax Marula Oil Moisturizing Hair Conditioner
If you can get over the smell, this is actually a pretty good conditioner according to the formula I have.
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Whipped Olive and Shea Hair Butter #23
Whipped Olive and Shea Hair Butter #23 make approx 114-117 grams (should fit 4 oz […]
![Buttery Black Honey Lite Cream [VIDEO]](https://www.curlytea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/youtube_butteryblackhoney-e1743166158874.jpg)
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Buttery Black Honey Lite Cream [VIDEO]
makes approx 228 grams (fits 8oz jar) PREVIEW: Buy this Recipe
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Sweet Coconut Cream
Sweet Coconut Cream – makes approx 230g (fits 8oz container) PHASE A 140 grams Aloe […]
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Olive and Aloe Cream
Olive and Aloe Cream will make approx 230 grams (fits 8oz jar) use a scale […]
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Review: Sukin Nourishing Conditioner
Good conditioner but not spectacular. The best thing about it are the ingredients. This is a very good product for those who want to use a conditioner which doesn't contain…
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Review: Kracie Ichikami Silky Smooth Care Shampoo
WHAT? Kracie Ichikami Silky Smooth Care Shampoo SHORT AND SWEET The Kracie Ichikami Silky Smooth […]
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What the Curlytea Community Wants to Know #1 [podcast]
This particular podcast is about you....well, about some of the emails I actually get from you guys!1. Ingredient substitutionsI get a lot of email questions about making ingredient substitutions. Sometimes...
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What the Curlytea Community Wants to Know #1 [podcast]
This particular podcast is about you....well, about some of the emails I actually get from you guys!1. Ingredient substitutionsI get a lot of email questions about making ingredient substitutions. Sometimes...
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Sodium hydroxymethylglycinate? Formaldehyde Releaser??
I was looking at a few new water/aloe based sprays to try in the last few days. I came across one I won't name because I haven't bought it, let…
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HairFix XH Maltodextrin [Update]
INCI: Maltodextrin / VP copolymer (UPDATED) HairFix XH Maltodextrin is a “naturally-derived” (buzzword) sugar-based, non-ionic […]
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ICE Conditioner
ICE Conditioner INCI Name: Cetyl alcohol, behentrimonium chloride, cocamidopropyl betaine, sorbitan laurate ICE Conditioner is […]
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Part 3 – Ingredients Haul: MakingCosmetics.com
I told you about new ingredients (for me) like HairFix XH Maltodextrin, ICE Conditioner, Behentrimonium Chloride and Sorbitol. I'll introduce you to a couple more new ingredients which will hopefully…
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Sorbitol
Sorbitol is used as a humectant and is derived from a sugar solution called dextrose […]
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Behentrimonium Chloride
INCI Name: Behentrimonium chloride, ethyl alcohol You should be familiar with the word ‘behentrimonium’ itself […]
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Part 2 – Ingredients Haul: MakingCosmetics.com
In Part 1 of this ingredients haul, I told you about HairFix XH Maltodextrin and ICE Conditioner. I'll introduce you to three more new ingredients which will hopefully make it…
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Part 1 – Ingredients Haul: MakingCosmetics.com
I don’t usually post about every ingredient haul I make, but I’m excited about this […]