Cocoa Butter Bath Bark: a rich moisturizing bath treat sprinkled with silver and gold sea salt Tis the season to stock up on goodies for the winter holiday rush. November and December are some of the busiest months for soap makers and skin care artisans. Every year we like to feature recipes that work especially well as holiday presents. Bath… Continue Reading Cocoa Butter Bath Bark
When it comes to naturally derived aromatics, essential oils tend to steal the show. Steam distilled extracts are growing in popularity with consumers and makers alike. However popular and abundant, essential oils are not the only natural ingredient available for adding scents to products. Aromatic CO2 extracts offer an exciting variety of aromas that are often not available as essential… Continue Reading How to Use Aromatic CO2 Extracts
Cucumber Neroli Facial Spray: a soothing and refreshing facial spritz made with natural hydrosols Facial sprays are a great way to soothe or refresh skin or help set freshly applied makeup. Like toner, facial sprays can also be used to help balance the skin. Depending on the chosen ingredients, these simple formulations can provide moisturizing or anti-inflammatory benefits. Some formulations… Continue Reading Cucumber Neroli Facial Spray
Coconut Neroli Hair Conditioning Balm: a nourishing leave-in conditioner made with virgin coconut oil Virgin coconut oil has quickly reached hero status in the world of natural hair care. This semi-solid, naturally fragrant lipid has a light texture that helps moisturize dry tresses without making them feel overly greasy or heavy. Our Coconut Neroli Hair Conditioning Balm recipe combines the… Continue Reading Coconut Neroli Hair Conditioning Balm
Dead Sea Mud Shampoo Bars: a cold processed soap recipe for cleansing hair and balancing scalp. Dead Sea Mud is wildly popular for skin and hair care. Rich in beneficial minerals like magnesium and potassium, this dark, salty mud can be used as a deep cleansing mask or added to a wide range of formulations for facial, body, and hair… Continue Reading Dead Sea Mud Shampoo Bars