Homemade cosmetics academy

We have a new online shop: what’s changing and why you need a new password

Your account and order history have moved to the new Handymade shop, but passwords have not. Set a new password in a minute — or sign in with Google or Apple.

DIY aftershave: simple recipe for men’s skin

A recipe for a soothing aftershave made with witch hazel hydrosol, Centella asiatica, niacinamide and panthenol. A simple method, including checking and adjusting the pH.

Men’s Face Toner: Minimalist Care Inspired by Japan

Ironing spray: less ironing after every wash

Why do clothes wrinkle and how does an ironing spray help? Wheat protein smooths the fibres, the iron glides more easily and ironing takes less time.

Why we started making our own cleaning products

For years we have taught people to read cosmetics labels. Then we turned round a bottle of ordinary cleaner. Why Handymade is entering the world of the eco-friendly home.

Oily skin, blemishes and shaving: how niacinamide can help men’s skin

Niacinamide regulates sebum, soothes skin after shaving and helps with breakouts. Find out why it suits men’s skin and how to add it to your own cream.

5 new CO2 extracts in organic quality

Five new CO₂ extracts in organic quality – coconut, turmeric, raspberry seed, cinnamon and vanilla with 26% vanillin. Concentrated raw materials for your cosmetics.

Plant PDRN from chlorella: next-generation biotechnological anti-aging

Plant-based PDRN Phycopeptide from the microalga Chlorella vulgaris – a vegan anti-ageing raw material for firmer, smoother skin. Suitable for serums, creams and gels.

Formula by JuanDominguez.Lab hydrating serum with goji exosomes

A formula for a hydrating emulgel serum with goji exosomes, hyaluronic acid and NMF components. Low-temperature emulsification step by step for sensitive skin.

How to read a label and not be misled by pretty words

Learn to read a cosmetic label and understand the INCI ingredient list and marketing claims. Find out what to look for and which words should make you pause.

INCI, CAS and EC Number: How to Understand Cosmetic Ingredients

What do the INCI name, CAS number and EC number mean for cosmetic raw materials? We explain the difference between the trade name, INCI name, botanical name, and the CAS and EC identifiers.

Recipe by Ida (@si.nature): Regenerating After-Sun Cream with Centella Asiatica

A homemade recipe for a regenerating after-sun cream with Centella Asiatica, panthenol and plant oils. It soothes stressed skin after sun exposure and supports its natural renewal.