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Haircare Product Development Dos & Don’ts
Unlock the secrets to successful haircare product development with our expert guide. Discover important dos and don’ts to create standout products.
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MoCRA is here. Are you ready?
Essential Labs: Important Information for Cosmetic Resellers As of July 1, 2024, the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA) has become implemented. Essential Labs is not liable for the legal obligations associated with their customers selling cosmetics, we are only liable for ours. However, we strongly advise our customers to obtain at least a basic liability insurance policy if they...
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DIY Basics: Making Cosmetics at Home
Getting Started with DIY Basics This blog is for anyone who wants to give home crafting cosmetics a try. We will go over the necessary materials and equipment you will need to get started for DIY basics, as well as instructions on how to create two delightful formulations: a beautiful facial oil, and a basic lotion. If you are reading...
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Essential Labs Carrier Oils Chart
In this post, we delve into the benefits and characteristics of various carrier oils, which are essential in enhancing natural and naturally derived products. Our comprehensive chart provides detailed information on a long list of carrier oil, including their color, consistency, odor, absorption rate, and unique attributes. Additionally, you'll find insights into the fatty compositions and suggested substitutions for each...
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Carrier Oils – Overview and Substitution Guide
What Are Carrier Oils? We hear the term “carrier oil” a lot, but what exactly is a carrier oil? Carrier oil is a term used to describe a base or vegetable oil that is being used to dilute essential oils and absolutes before they are applied to the skin. They get this name because they essentially ‘carry’ the essential oil....
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Kids & Skincare – What’s Appropriate at What Age?
Skin is the largest organ of the human body and acts as the barrier between our bodies and the environment. Taking good care of our skin not only feels good, but is a matter of good health. If you, as an adult, don’t clean and care for your skin, it will most certainly show signs of distress. When we are...
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Dos and Don’ts of Applying a Facial Mask for Skin Care
Whether they’re in powder, gel, or cream form, face masks are packed with good ingredients that act as an extra, direct boost of nutrients for your skin. Even better, there are face masks with ingredients that can tackle almost every skincare need. If you need to moisturize, even out your skin tone, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles,...
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Deionized Water – What is it and Why it Matters
What is Deionized Water and why does it matter? Unless you’re a scientist working on isolating ions in a lab, you may not be aware that there are many different types of water and each has different properties. While purity and mineral content are considerations in drinking water, there’s more to consider when using water in cosmetic formulations. The science...
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Body Sprays vs. Perfumes: What’s the Difference?
Although the two terms are often used interchangeably, body sprays and perfumes are not the same. While at first glance, the differences between them may seem negligible, if you accidentally buy the wrong thing, you certainly won’t get what you paid for. To clear the air, read on to learn the differences between body sprays and perfumes. What Are Body...
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Active Series: Yoga Mat Spray Recipe
ACTIVE SERIES: Keep Your Gear Fresh Summer adventures bring the thrill of the great outdoors and invigorating workouts, but they also come with the inevitable sweat, dirt, and grime that cling to our beloved exercise and camping gear. As the temperatures rise, the need for a reliable and refreshing cleaning solution becomes increasingly important. Well, we’ve got you covered! We...
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