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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.
Aftershave lotion
Aftershave is an irreplaceable product in men’s skincare. Make your own following the guide in this article.
RSPO
Learn more about palm oil and its RSPO certification in this blog post.
Winter face cream
Thanks to the winter face cream, your face will no longer suffer in freezing cold weather. Make it with us.
White vinegar 10%
White vinegar is a wonder that helps with household chores, garden care and even your pets. How? Read all about it in our blog article.
Hop hair conditioner
Hop hair conditioner strengthens the hair from roots to ends. Make your own conditioner following our instructions.
Balm for dry skin
A balm for dry skin comes into its own on colder days — natural Vegeline petroleum jelly makes it a real miracle. Make your own with us, following the tutorial on our blog.
Jelly soap
Jelly soap makes a fun and at the same time useful gift for children and adults alike. Make your own with us, following the guide in our blog article.
Body lotion
You will certainly make use of body lotion during autumn. Learn with us how to make it by following these instructions.
Vegetable petrolatum VEGELINE
Vegeline plant-based petroleum jelly will pleasantly surprise you. You won't want to use petroleum-based jelly again. Read about Vegeline in our article.
Shimmering body oil
Feel like a goddess with a shimmering body oil that leaves the skin of your body soft and healthily glowing.
Comparison of natural gums
Comparing natural gums is a great tool for consolidating knowledge before creating gel-based cosmetic products. Go over the essentials with us in this comparison.
Peeling cubes
Peeling cubes are a great dose of smoothing exfoliation for single use. One cube per bath is enough. Make your own with us.
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