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My niece has requested a facial lotion with sunscreen. I have zinc oxide ordered. So what is the usage rate so that its effective, but not be like bullfrog where it makes one look like a ghost. is this even possible? The herbaire says its usage is 1%-15%, but that what they sell isn't...

If you were a member of talksoapforum.com, you know that this forum has crashed, so members have started a facebook group called Talk Soap. Find it here: facebook.com/groups/Talksoap See you there! :)

I am wanting to make some soap for a festival coming up so I made a test batch and the funny thing was that, although the recipe was tried and true, this batch had no lather. I asked around and it was mentioned that strawberries have certain acids that will inhibit lather, but no recommendation...

I've been doing a lot of CPOP lately and have really been happy with the results. However. Last night the soap separated. Normally, in HP, I'd just stick blend it back together. But this soap has some cool swirls and designs that I don't want to lose. So, will the oil reabsorb, or will I...

Everytime i try and do an ITP swirl, it ends up muddled.... all the colors mix together and i don't get a great swirl. I pour the colored soap into the base soap at 12, 3, 6, and 9 oclock. Use my spatula to gently stir through the colors once. Pour. sometimes it comes out ok, but its never...

How would I go about making a rosemary soap? Should I infuse the oils first with fresh rosemary? then just make soap as usual? Is there a specific FO/eo I should use? What are the benefits of rosemary soap?

I can't get that thing to work for anything! It's not customize able enough and the cuts don't line up. :x And I really need labels... I've been putting this off for three weeks!

If you sell B&B products, what items do you carry and what are your best sellers?

I'm wondering what people use to get those vibrant colors found in pretty soaps. Are those mica's? Where is the best place to buy micas? Is there any difference in quality? What other colorants have you used and were pleased with the results? I have used some natural colorants and had good...

What oils are known to be allergenic to some people? I only know of two... castor oil, and lanolin. Are there any others?

I'm wanting to make a tincture and I have a couple of questions, since I'v never made one before. 1. A tincture is made with alcohol. Either rubbing alcohol or vodka will work, right? 2. Will I need a preservative for this if I'm planning on selling it? Or will it keep on its own if I...

I've been reading in the archives and found a post by soapmaker man. I'm hoping someone can explain it to me... I'm a smart person, but for some reason, I can't wrap my brain around this. He says, "by Soapmaker Man » Mon Dec 24, 2007 11:38 am I make a premix lye solution of 50% strength. This...

If I wanted to make a hard lotion, would I just add ewax or beeswax? Does it need anything like cyclomethicone? The very first thing i ever made was a hard lotion bar using cocoa butter, shea butter, coconut oil and beeswax. I hated it. It just sat on my skin and left me greasy. I know that...

My friend was telling me about a product made by Passions... or some company that sells *cough* personal pleasure items. They make a product that you use in place of moisturizer. Spray it on. Dry off. Be moisturized. so.... If I wanted to do something like this, what percentages should I...

What is the benefit of a double walled jar vs a single walled one? Is it just personal preference?

I found some terrific jars that I really liked, but now, I have no idea where there were at! they were blue, and they were really pretty... kinda faceted. They were a fancy bottle; they reminded me of a diamond. I've checked: specialty bottle sks bottle essential wholesale elements WSP...

A friend asked me the other day to make her some bath oil. Do people still use these anymore? What can I suggest to her in place of a bath oil? I want something that will smell great, leave her feeling moisturized AND not leave a ring on the tub. What do you suggest? Also, I've seen...

Upon googling Shea butter, I see that it is listed by country of origin. Is there any difference between them all? Are some better than others?

He was so active on here a few years ago and he seemed so nice. Anyone know what happened to him? I notice his etsy store is closed, now too.

How do you navigate her blog? I can't seem to find anything if its not on the first page. Most blogs have stuff on the side, but hers doesn't