TEGO® Care PS – Natural Emulsifier
TEGO® Care PS from Evonik (INCI: Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate) is a popular DIY natural emulsifier in Europe, especially amongst German DIY formulators, where it is known by the name of…
Sapogel Q
I was first introduced to this new ingredient in March 2019 by its manufacturer, Alchemy Ingredients. Caroline from Alchemy hosted a special workshop for a small group of formulators which…
Xanthan gum
0.2-0.3% xanthan gum is a common ingredient in my emulsions. I use this natural polymer mainly as a stabiliser. Xanthan, with it's shear thinning, and high low-shear viscosity, is able…
Fatty Alcohols: Cetyl Alcohol & Cetearyl Alcohol
Want to make your emulsion thicker, more creamy and stable? Just add 1-2% of either: cetyl alcohol (cetanol (1-hexadecanol C16)); stearyl alcohol (1-octadecanol C18); or cetostearyl alcohol (blend of C16…
DIY hand sanitizer – vital information
Our very own Jane Barber was one interviewed for this informative article on DIY hand sanitizers by The Ecowell: https://www.theecowell.com/blog/hand-sanitizer
Making conditioner with @labmuffinbeautyscience
Making conditioner with @labmuffinbeautyscience Join Jane and Michelle using one of Michelle's favourite ingredients for hair conditioners: https://labmuffin.com/amodimethicone-my-new-favourite-hair-ingredient/ - video below
Natural Solubilizers: A Review
In this article we examine solubilizers, how to use them and review the performance of a selection of "natural" solubilizers. We are frequently asked how solubilizers differ from emulsifiers. Solubilizers…
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