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Ironing spray: less ironing after every wash
Guides & how-tos8/5/20268 min read

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 cosmetic packaging matters: Material, bottle shape and closure matter more than it seems
Guides & how-tos5/25/202621 min read

Why cosmetic packaging matters: Material, bottle shape and closure matter more than it seems

Cosmetic packaging affects product stability, hygiene and user experience. Find out which packaging suits serums, creams, balms and cleansing products.

How to make a DIY sugar scrub with activated charcoal?
Guides & how-tos11/20/20259 min readBeginner

How to make a DIY sugar scrub with activated charcoal?

Learn how to make a foaming sugar scrub with activated charcoal, decyl glucoside and nourishing oils at home for soft, radiant body skin.

Why Aloe Vera Should Be Part of Your Summer Skincare Routine
Guides & how-tos7/3/20259 min readBeginner

Why Aloe Vera Should Be Part of Your Summer Skincare Routine

Learn something new about aloe vera and get inspired to make a healing aloe vera gel for sunburnt skin.

Spring skincare routine
Guides & how-tos3/20/20255 min read

Spring skincare routine

An article on caring for your skin after the winter months.

How to choose the right wick for your candle?
Guides & how-tos2/26/202510 min read

How to choose the right wick for your candle?

An article explaining how to choose the right wick when using different types of wax.

Why use Oat Silk in natural cosmetics?
Guides & how-tos1/27/20257 min read

Why use Oat Silk in natural cosmetics?

An article exploring the effects and uses of oat silk in cosmetics.

Oil facial serum with Q10
Guides & how-tos1/23/20258 min readBeginner

Oil facial serum with Q10

Make an oil facial serum with us and give your skin a treat.

Swirl effect soap
Guides & how-tos1/23/20259 min read

Swirl effect soap

A guide to making soap with a swirl effect using liquid colourants.

How to make a peptide serum?
Guides & how-tos1/22/202510 min readIntermediate

How to make a peptide serum?

A guide to making a peptide serum for hydrating and rejuvenating your skin.

Gel body scrub
Guides & how-tos2/13/202410 min readBeginner

Gel body scrub

A gel body scrub will help you relax and give your skin a fresh, soft feel. Make your own with us by following this blog guide.

RSPO
Guides & how-tos12/2/20226 min read

RSPO

Learn more about palm oil and its RSPO certification in this blog post.

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