The Question Box
Every week I choose a question from The Question Box and answer it on Patreon. Join Patreon to Unlock PostsCan you “masterbatch” large quantities of bases for scrubs and lotions and just add color & fragrance as needed?
🗳️ From The Question Box: "Hi! I have been wondering: Can you "masterbatch" large...
What are your best tips on formulating stick/solid products for heat-hardiness for summer shipping?
🗳️ From The Question Box: "I'd love your best tips on formulating stick/solid...
SCI: to cook, or not to cook?
🗳️ From The Q&A Archive: "Why do some formulators recommending “cooking” the...
How can I add oily ingredients to an otherwise watery serum?
🗳️ From The Q&A Archive: "My question is about serums that contain oily...
What is the difference between a moisturiser and a lotion?
🗳️ From The Question Box: "What is the difference between a moisturiser and a...
Mini Formulation Makeover: Shea Butter & Citrus Shampoo Bar (c. 2012)
My first ever shampoo bar needs a glow up 😄 Let's get to it!
Do bee products (honey, royal jelly, propolis, etc.) make a product harder or easier to preserve?
🗳️ From The Question Box: "I enjoyed the mini-makeover of the Egyptian Magic...
How should I incorporate delicate oils into emulsions?
🗳️ From The Question Box: "Certain oils are considered heat-sensitive, such as...
How could I formulate hand wash tablets?
🗳️ From The Question Box: "Hi Marie. Recently, I have been making my own foaming...
Can you clean pump-top bottles and re-use them?
🗳️ From The Question Box: "Am I correct in thinking that the containers that I use...
Why do we use several humectants in one formula?
🗳️ From The Question Box: "Why do we use several humectants in one formula?" – Jing...
What do you think for ingredients should be in a face cream for sensitive skin?
🗳️ From The Q&A Archives: "What do you think for ingredients should be in a...
Do you need to test and adjust the pH of your formulations before you add your preservative?
🗳️ From The Question Box: "Hi. Some formulations say to add the preservative last...
How are eye creams different from face creams?
🗳️ From The Question Box: "Hi Marie, my question is: Why is there a difference...
What’s the difference between a lightweight leave-in hair conditioner and a hair serum?
🗳️ From The Question Box: "What's the difference between a lightweight leave-in...
Can the number of actives affect your emulsion’s stability?
🎁 From The Q&A Archives: "Can the number of actives affect your emulsion’s stability?"...
How could I start making a DIY version of my mom’s favourite discontinued cleanser?
🗳️ From The Question Box: "Hi Marie, My mum used Anne French cleanser for decades,...
How does this emulsion get away without having a preservative?
🗳️ From The Question Box: "Dear Marie, I am confused when I read the ingredient...
Do you have any experience using Leucidal Liquid as a preservative?
🗳️ From The Question Box: "Do you have any experience using Leucidal Liquid as a...
Is infusing my own oils “safe”?
🗳️ From The Question Box: "Is infusing my own oils "safe"? I have read that...
Can I thicken a finished lotion with some gum?
🗳️ From The Question Box: "I have an emulsion I made that turned out too thin....
How do you keep track of why you purchased an ingredient?
🗳️ From The Question Box: "You have ordered a "few" products and when they arrive...
What would you say is the main difference between a body wash vs a face wash?
🗳️ From The Question Box: "What would you say is the main difference between a body...
How is this brand incorporating water-soluble salt into a 100% oil base?
🗳️ From The Question Box: "How does this company incorporate Magnesium Salt from...
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