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When you’re making things like bubble bath, body wash, or shampoo, I encourage you to mix the product gently to avoid bubbles. Why? Because THIS happens! Two weeks later, and it still isn’t clear! And I didn’t think I mixed it THAT much! When we mix too much, we get bubbles. Not a bad thing...
Something strange has happened in the last year…people are worried about destroying oils and butters with heat. I think it’s something to think about, but it’s really not an issue for the oils and butters we use. If you’re in doubt, look up the smoke point of the oil or the fatty acid. You will be...
Julie wrote this great comment in this post, and I had to address it! (I’m editing a bit for length…definitely visit the post to see the conversation in full!) Hi Susan! I looked at my Crafter’s Choice Grape Seed Oil I purchased from WSP about 2 months ago. It says on the bottle it is good for...
In an e-mail, Linda writes: I have been reading your blog in the past few days and find it extremely informative, helpful and generous. I am currently reading through your e-book on formulating and creating lotions and came across a part where you specifically said not to make any claims for the finished products and...
I thought I’d remind you, my wonderful readers, that I’ve moved the frequently asked questions section to the links to lists section of the blog (look to your right!) I’m seeing a lot of messages and comments posing basic questions, and it’s a pity that you have to wait for days for me to answer...