The manual creation of high-quality cosmetics
Handcrafting high quality cosmetics and soap involves a combination of skill, knowledge and attention to detail. Here are some basic items and steps you can consider: 1. Composition: - Key Ingredients: Choose high quality oils, butters and waxes as the base for your cosmetics and soap. Common choices include coconut oil, olive oil, shea butter, cocoa butter, and beeswax. - Lye (for soap): If making soap, use sodium hydroxide (for solid soap) or potassium hydroxide (for liquid soap) with caution and accurate measurements. - Essential oils and fragrances: Choose essential oils or fragrance oils for fragrance. Make sure they are skin safe and properly diluted. - Colorants: Choose natural or cosmetic colorants for the desired shades. Options include mica, clays, and plants. 2. Equipment: - Containers: Use stainless steel, glass, or heat-resistant plastic containers for mixing and heating ingredients. - Thermometer: Maintain accurate temperatures during th...