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Homemade cosmetics academy
Recipes, ingredient profiles and regulations in one place. Learn step by step — and add the ingredients of any recipe to your cart in one click.
Learning paths
Getting started with homemade cosmetics
First steps in making your own cosmetics: measuring pH, preservation, working with actives and essential oils. The parts build on each other, but each one also stands alone.
Level II · 5 partsMineral make-up from A to Z
A complete series on home-made mineral make-up: powder foundation, a cream version in five shades and liquid make-up, including how to mix your own shade.
Level III · 6 partsCosmetics legislation for makers
INCI names, correct product labelling, IFRA standards and cosmetic certificates — a learning path for everyone who wants to make cosmetics properly and legally.
Why use Oat Silk in natural cosmetics?
An article exploring the effects and uses of oat silk in cosmetics.
How to make a natural blush?
Create a natural blush with us that will brighten up your face. Step-by-step instructions on our blog.
How to make micellar water?
A guide to making micellar water that effectively removes impurities from the skin.
Conditioning solid shampoo
Make a solid shampoo with us that is gentle on your hair and on nature.
Oil facial serum with Q10
Make an oil facial serum with us and give your skin a treat.
Swirl effect soap
A guide to making soap with a swirl effect using liquid colourants.
How to make a peptide serum?
A guide to making a peptide serum for hydrating and rejuvenating your skin.
Vitamin C serum
A guide to making a facial serum with vitamin C at home.
How to make eyebrow wax?
A tutorial on how to make eyebrow wax.
Relaxing bath with three unique bath salts
A guide to making bath salts with unique properties.
Coco betaine: Natural surfactant for skin and hair
Discover the properties of the natural surfactant coco betaine, how it can be used and what it does for your skin and hair.
Cleansing clay balm
Make your own cleansing clay balm for everyday use from natural ingredients with us.
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