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Lotions and Creams

Today we will work on refining our formula. After testing yesterday’s formula, it was clear that the too-strong odor and color were objectionable. Also, we want to make the formula a bit thicker. A product with the correct, good-quality ingredients can do all the work, and we don’t want to […]

This Week We Focus On Creating the Best Diaper Ointment ...

December 17, 2019 in Balms & Salves by Denise

As soon as you have a baby, you will immediately find yourself worrying about the condition of his or her bottom. Diapers are marvelous things, but they do end up causing little bums to become irritated. We’re going to work on fixing that in this week-long series outlining the creation […]

This Week We Focus on Creating the Best Diaper Ointment ...

December 16, 2019 in Balms & Salves by Denise

Fruity and woodsy. Sweetness and comfort. Berries and earth. What could I be describing? Berries and Twigs Fragrance, of course! This one has been a favorite of mine forever. It was one of the first scents I ordered from MMS, and I quickly ordered a larger bottle, so I had […]

An Easy Recipe for a Luxurious Lotion with Aloe

September 18, 2019 in Fragrances / Lotions and Creams by Denise

I have a friend who has many allergies, so she uses olive oil-based lotions. I was curious about a lotion that used only olive oil, so I decided to come up with a recipe and make some. We also are spotlighting some fragrance oils, so I am using Strawberries and […]

Strawberries and Champagne Olive Oil Lotion

September 13, 2019 in Fragrances / Lotions and Creams by Denise

Finished everyday facial lotion with bottles of oil. — When I ran out of my usual facial moisturizer, I decided it was the perfect time to make my own. I studied the label of the moisturizer I’d been using, I perused blogs, and I narrowed down my list of possible ingredients. Then I went to our Technical Support staff […]

Everyday Facial Lotion

August 14, 2019 in Facial Care / Lotions and Creams by Denise

When I was making the Grandma’s Christmas Mints soap, I couldn’t stop inhaling the delectable combination of Peppermint Essential Oil and Freckles Fragrance Oil. It was sharply minty, yet vanilla sweet, and so pleasant to smell! What better to do than make lotion with this scent? I did a little […]

Christmas in July: Grandma’s Christmas Mints Lotion

July 31, 2019 in Lotions and Creams by Denise

I love it when I try something unexpected, and it works out beautifully! Today, my task was to combine our newest fragrance oil with our latest lotion base. I was a little taken aback, though, when I realized that Cinnamon Red Hots is the newest fragrance. Hmmm. I wouldn’t have […]

Using Cinnamon Red Hots Fragrance in Lotion?

July 23, 2019 in Fragrances / Lotions and Creams / New Products by Denise

Are you looking for simple and fun group projects? We have you covered! What do summer camps, sleepovers, family reunions, and retreats have in common? They are all times when a little creativity is a lot of fun. Our bases and kits make it easy to get creative without overloading […]

Easy Project Ideas for Groups

July 18, 2019 in Fast and Simple Gifts / Hair Care Products / Lip Balms / Lotions and Creams / Parties by Denise

I’m back with an anhydrous mixture featuring our incredible Turmeric Butter, with my recipe inspired by Creamed Shea Body Butter. I didn’t have Liquid Shea Oil as used in the Creamed Shea Body Butter, so I asked Technical Support to give me some alternatives. The suggested substitutes are Hemp Oil, […]

Whipped Turmeric Body Butter

June 6, 2019 in Lotions and Creams by Denise

We are excited to bring another recipe to our Adventurous Makers featuring Turmeric Butter, one of our newest butters. Turmeric is infused into a blend of Shea Butter, Palm Butter, Coconut Oil, and Jojoba Seed Oil to make our Turmeric Butter. Since turmeric is noted to be “good stuff” containing […]

Turmeric Butter Lotion

June 4, 2019 in Lotions and Creams by Denise

Editor’s Note: This post covers a part of herbalism that we thought our readers would enjoy. The salve recipe shared in this post is something we would suggest proceeding with caution before selling. We don’t want you to find that you are selling a product with a medical claim. As […]

Balsam Poplar Lotion Bars

May 30, 2019 in Lotions and Creams by Denise

Editor’s Note: This post covers a part of herbalism that we thought our readers would enjoy. The salve recipe shared in this post is something we would suggest proceeding with caution before selling. We don’t want you to find that you are selling a product with a medical claim. As […]

Salve made with Balsam Poplar-infused Olive Oil

May 29, 2019 in Balms & Salves / Botanicals by Denise