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Polysorbate 80 (Tween 80): The Emulsifier That Mixes Oil and Water
Polysorbate 80, or Tween 80, is the go-to emulsifier for mixing oils into water. Here's how it works and how to use it safely in your DIY cosmetics.
Triethanolamine (TEA): The Emulsifier That Blends Oil and Water in DIY Cosmetics
Triethanolamine is a clear, thick liquid used to emulsify, balance pH and stabilise cosmetic formulas. Here's how to use TEA safely in your DIY products.
Microcrystalline Wax: What It Is and How to Use It in Candles, Balms and More
A practical guide to microcrystalline wax — its properties, real uses in candles and cosmetics, and how to store it safely at home or in a workshop.
Potassium Hydroxide (KOH): The Maker's Guide to Liquid Soap and pH Balancing
What potassium hydroxide does, how it makes liquid soap, and the safety steps every home maker should follow before opening the jar.
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil (RH 40): The Solubiliser Every DIY Formulator Should Know
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil (RH 40) is the go-to solubiliser for dissolving fragrance and essential oils into water-based products. Here's how to use it correctly.
Salicylic Acid for Skincare and DIY: A Practical Guide
A clear, practical guide to salicylic acid — what it does for skin, how to use it in DIY formulations, and how to store and handle it safely.
Camphor Powder (NSA): Uses, Benefits and Safe Handling
A practical guide to camphor powder (NSA) — what it does, how to use it in balms and skincare, and how to handle and store it safely.
Alpha Arbutin: A Gentle Brightening Ingredient for DIY Skincare
Alpha arbutin is a gentle, bearberry-derived brightening ingredient that helps fade dark spots and even skin tone. Here's how to use it safely in your own serums and creams.
Caprylic Capric Triglyceride: The Lightweight Coconut-Derived Oil DIY Makers Love
A clear, odourless, coconut-derived oil that absorbs fast and leaves no greasy film. Here is how to use CCTG in your creams, serums and makeup formulas.