I love new fragrances. When new samples arrive, my curiosity takes over and I immediately pounce on them. Some are good. Some are bad. Occasionally, a fragrance is exceptional. When this happens, the sample takes a little trip around the building, getting sniffed and evaluated by any and all willing volunteers. If its a hit, it eventually becomes part of… Continue Reading New Fragrance Oils!
Fresh Margarita Body Cream
In addition to the Margarita Salt Scrub, we made a matching Margarita Body Cream at our recent employee workshop. Fresh creams are so fun to make that it is hard to believe I was ever intimidated by them. The truth is that while I dove head first into handmade skincare, for a long time I shied away from anything that… Continue Reading Fresh Margarita Body Cream
Margarita Salt Scrub
During our most recent employee workshop we made some deliciously scented salt scrubs and body creams, inspired by one of our favorite indulgences, the margarita! The first recipe I would like to share is the Margarita Salt Scrub. Dead Sea Salt and Cold Pressed Lime Essential Oil made this salt scrub totally scrumptious. The Shea Butter Shower Gel Base acts… Continue Reading Margarita Salt Scrub
Kaolin Clays
Kaolin Clays are some of the most versatile ingredients that you can use in natural skincare. They can be incorporated into soaps, body powders, facials, scrubs, or any number of other skincare products. Their variety of beautiful colors only add to their desirability to a formulator, or a home spa enthusiast. Kaolin Clays provide the natural skincare artist with a… Continue Reading Kaolin Clays
Rose Clay
Rose Clay is known best for its gentle nature, but its soft, exfoliating texture, and gorgeous color are also worth noting. Rose Clay is a mild Kaolin Clay that has been naturally tinted with red oxides. This results in the dusty rouge color that the clay was named for. Dry, sensitive, mature, and normal skin types can all be benefited… Continue Reading Rose Clay