In this lesson, you’ll see how to bring winter skincare theory into practice with seven protective oil combinations. Each formula highlights how different fatty acid profiles, saturated, monounsaturated,
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Winter Skincare Lesson 4
In this lesson, we bring everything together to create protective oil combinations for winter. You’ll see how occlusive, semi-occlusive, and emollient oils can be layered or blended to
Winter Skincare Lesson 3
In this lesson we move into the semi-occlusive and emollient realm, the oils that soften and replenish while keeping the skin’s barrier flexible.You’ll see how the balance shifts
Winter Skincare Lesson 1
In this first lesson, we look closely at how the stratum corneum, the skin’s outer layer, keeps us protected through its intricate lipid structure of ceramides, cholesterol, and
Winter Skincare Lesson 2
In this lesson we look at the most protective oils, those rich in long-chain (C20 +) fatty acids and the soft, saturated butters that seal in moisture when
Toolkit Sources Guide
Worldwide Sources GuideThese are suppliers and producers of lipids and carrier oils from around the world that we have worked with directly, or that come recommended by our
Toolkit Shelf Life
Carrier Oil Shelf-Life & StorageCarrier oils are central to your formulations but they’re also delicate materials.Exposure to light, heat, air, and time will gradually degrade the quality of
Toolkit Skincare
Carrier Oils for SkincareNot sure of your skin type?Pick an oil that speaks to you. If you have sensitivities to nuts or other food groups, avoid those for
Toolkit Substitutions
Substitution GuideThis expanded reference was created for formulators and skincare makers who want to work more intuitively with their carrier oils. Inside, you’ll find 48 carrier oils and
Toolkit Aromatherapy
Carrier Oils for AromatherapyCarrier oils play an essential role in topical aromatherapy, forming the base that carries and supports the aromatic compounds of essential oils.Each oil has its