How is lavender oil made, and how might its advantages be incorporated into your everyday routine? How is it made, why is it good for your skin, and how should you incorporate it into your routine? Lavender is Grandma's secret weapon for refreshing the powder room. The days of it being otherwise are long gone. This one-of-a-kind purple flower is…

Ingredients listings are vital for you to read, whether that's on a food label or in your beauty product. To ensure you're getting the best out of your face cleanser, it's time to take a deeper look into what you use to remove the makeup, dirt, and oil that can accumulate on your face in a day and even prevent…

Ethylhexylglycerin is a natural preservative derived from glycerin that also functions as a surfactant, a deodorizing agent, and a skin-conditioning agent in cosmetics and personal care products. Ethylhexylglycerin is a relatively new chemical on the market.  Many companies use it as an alternative to parabens and claim that it's from natural sources.  Yes, it may have started out as a…

Having any skin condition can be frustrating. Trying to find something that actually helps treat it without further damaging skin can be irritating. Some products claim to be gentle, but as soon as they come into contact with our skin, they leave it feeling dry and irritated. Others even seem to further worsen skin conditions, and some may seem to…

It originated from coconut. Glyceryl stearate is created by the esterification of glycerin and stearic acid. Glyceryl stearate creates an excellent emulsion and when used in combination with other emulsifiers, creates a stable lotion. Characteristics An interesting characteristic of glyceryl stearate is the ability to make the oils that are combined in the emulsion non-greasy, so for example Sunflower can…

Decyl Glucoside is a natural, non-ionic surfactant, ideal for all foaming and cleansing products. Like Coco-Glucoside, Decyl Glucoside is, obtained from renewable raw materials, through a combination of plant-based fatty alcohols (coconut c8-16) and glucose (sugar/starch). Decyl Glucoside is a mild, and gentle, surfactant and because it does not dry the skin it is ideal for the formulation of personal…

(Credit: Lab Series / Facebook) Hands up if you heard how men’s definition of skincare stops at washing their face with shower soap (the thought alone makes us cringe). The good news is, skincare for men is becoming a more prevalent topic these days and some men actually take an interest and effort in tailoring a skincare routine they enjoy!…