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There are two main ways to test the pH of our products: Using pH testing strips or using a pH meter. Yesterday, we took a look at the chemistry of acids and bases. Today, let’s take a look at pH strips and how they work. Quick summary: We can use something like a pH strip...
Welcome to part one of what is looking to be about a ten part series, not including the reviews of various pH meters! We’ll be taking a look at at the chemistry of acids and bases, how pH meters work, how pH strips work, how to measure and adjust the pH of our products, reviews...
In the October Q&A, Michelle asked: I am wondering if one can test the pH of an anhydrous product? I am making a lovely anhydrous deodorant and would like to proceed with some testing/data gathering. Which meter would be most useful? I have the Jenco Vision Plus but products need to be diluted in water for...
In the July Q&A, Kh asked, I just got a pH meter (from Lotioncrafter) (I think I even chased my cat around with it) and now I know the pH of everything in my house. But I was surprised to find that the toner and lotion I measured came out around 4.5 – anyway, I didn’t use...
We took a look at various pH meters yesterday, so let’s ask the most important question of all today – Do you need a pH meter? And what’s the advantage of using a pH meter over pH strips? The first question should be – Do you need to measure the pH of your products? If you’re making...