Royal Jelly plays a leading role in this rejuvenating facial mask. Packed with beneficial components such as collagen, lecithin, hydroxy fatty acids, and vitamins A, C, D, and E, it makes an excellent anti-aging ingredient. Royal Jelly can help to soothe, moisturize, and nourish the skin, even when used at a very small percentage. The typical usage rate of Royal… Continue Reading Queen Bee Facial Mask
Using Additives in Melt & Pour Soap
Melt & Pour Soaps are fun and easy to make, especially when you stick to the basic elements, such as Scents, Colors, and Soap Base. In our Holiday Projects Series we covered how to create basic Melt & Pour Soaps using those three main elements. We often get questions regarding how to use Additives, such as Milk Powders, Herbs, or… Continue Reading Using Additives in Melt & Pour Soap
Crafting Bath & Body Products With Children
Anyone who lives with kids knows how much they love to be involved when something is being created. Whether you are cooking, crafting, or even writing a grocery list, children's natural curiosity inspires them to ask questions, make suggestions, and even "help". While some more advanced projects, such as Cold Process Soap Making, can be impossible to work on with… Continue Reading Crafting Bath & Body Products With Children
Loofah
Loofah is often assumed to have an oceanic origin, but in truth, this popular bath & body tool is made from a plant very similar to a zucchini. Loofahs are members of the gourd family. They are grown in gardens and farms and are skinned and dried after reaching maturity, transforming them into the familiar, scrubby item we know and… Continue Reading Loofah
When Choosing Organic Matters the Most
With the growing availability of organic ingredients and ready-made products, it can be difficult to determine when to select organic and when to choose conventional (non-organic) items. While many of us would love to purchase entirely organic foods, personal care products and handmade skin care ingredients, it can quickly become cost prohibitive. For those of us on a budget, we… Continue Reading When Choosing Organic Matters the Most