When you see the word alcohol on a cosmetics label, you often worry about dehydration or irritation. Many people think of alcohol as aggressive formulas that dry out your skin. But not all types of alcohol are the same. Cetyl alcohol belongs to a group of ingredients called fatty alcohols. These are waxy, soothing and […]
Making soap at home has become increasingly popular in recent years. Making your own soap is the perfect way to combine creativity and functionality, whether you want to make eco-friendly gifts, use fewer chemicals in your daily routine or take up a new hobby. But the vast array of supplies, kits and equipment available for […]
Handmade soaps, whether made with a cold process, melted and poured, or made from natural plant ingredients, are admired for their creativity, authenticity and small productions. But despite their artisanal nature, these products are legally considered cosmetics in the European Union and must meet the same stringent safety requirements as industrially produced goods. That means […]
Is there a bottle of liquid soap in your bathroom? It seems simple, but the ingredient list usually tells a different story. Synthetic fragrances, detergents and preservatives are substances that are not always gentle on your skin. Making your own liquid soap at home changes that. You control what goes into it, from mild natural […]
Rebatched soap, also known as “milled soap,” is a process of remelting and reshaping bars of soap that are no longer suitable for use. Either because they have become too small, have been dropped and broken, or have otherwise lost their original form. The process involves grating the soap and melting it down, adding any […]
Our saponification values come primarily from our suppliers and product documentation. In some cases, we have relied on outside sources. Some GSP values will differ from those reported in other sources because GSP values may fall within a range of values that are acceptable for an oil/butter/lipid. The actual value will change depending on the […]
Aleppo soap, also known as savon d’Alep, is a traditional soap that has been produced in the city of Aleppo, Syria for centuries. The soap is made using a combination of olive oil and laurel oil, and is known for its ability to cleanse and moisturize the skin without causing irritation. History of Aleppo soap […]
An emulsifier is a substance that helps to combine two or more immiscible (unmixable) liquids, such as oil and water. In cosmetics, emulsifiers are used to create creams, lotions, and other emulsion-based products. These products typically contain both water-based and oil-based ingredients, and emulsifiers help to mix these ingredients together and keep them stable. There […]
You can create the INCI name from the Allergen documentation. The INCI consists out of the following: For example, look at the ALLERGEN of the fragrance Comfort Joy. Allergen of Comfort Joy Allergen/CAS PercentageBenzyl alcohol (CAS No 100-51-6) 0.1260Benzyl benzoate (CAS No 120-51-4) 4.5007Citral (CAS No 5392-40-5) 0.0636Coumarin (CAS No 91-64-5) 3.5600Eugenol (CAS No 97-53-0) 11.0000Linalool […]
We tested the following additives, as listed below: Control Formula with 5% superfat Control Formula with 8% superfat 8% superfat: 50% Olive Oil, 25% Coconut Oil, 25% Palm Oil, Distilled Water Sodium Lactate 7 gram per 450 gram of oil: 50% Olive Oil, 25% Coconut Oil, 25% Palm Oil, Distilled Water Soap made with sodium […]
