Picture this: you’re making a lovely gel cleanser. Everything’s going smoothly: you’ve prepped your formula, cleaned and sanitised your...
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One of the most frequent questions we get from our community at Formula Botanica is: How do I avoid...
Updated: 20.05.25 As a formulator, you’re probably already familiar with the wonderful world of macerated oils. But if not,...
You need to understand which emulsifier to use in your natural and organic skincare products. Use our 17 technical...
Vitamin C is popular in high-performance natural skincare. Our guide explains some pros and cons of key water- and...
Learn all about formulating with high-performance actives in your natural cosmetic formulations, including the do's and don't of mixing...
Updated: 18.02.25 At Formula Botanica, we often get asked about surfactants – those fascinating functional ingredients that make cleansing...
Lately, I’ve been seeing batana oil everywhere. And I mean everywhere. From social media to beauty magazines and trade...
Updated: 28.01.25 One of the best parts of being a cosmetic formulator is having the freedom to formulate whatever...
At Formula Botanica, we pride ourselves on staying ahead of beauty trends—and often predicting them. Last year, our 2024...
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