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Articles tagged "oils and butters"

The fridge question — why cold storage doesn't automatically make your emulsion safer

The fridge question — why cold storage doesn't automatically make your emulsion safer At the Walker Formulation Academy, we regularly encounter one of the most persistent myths in DIY skincare — the belief that a refrigerator automatically makes a product safer.<

8 min21 Apr 2026

#emulsions #rheology #oils and butters

Which face oil to choose: chemistry of the composition, skin types, and formulation rules

When a beginner formulator first faces the question of which face oil to choose, they discover not just a long list of vegetable oils, but an entire system of chemical variables: fatty acid profile, iodine value, oxidation rate, comedogenic potential, and the ability to penetr

9 min16 Apr 2026

#oils and butters

Handmade soap: chemistry, formulation, and everything you need to know before buying or making it

Everyone who has ever held a cold-process bar scented with lavender and layered with shea butter has wondered: what is actually happening inside this piece? You can buy handmade soap on every marketplace today, but understanding what distinguishes a high-quality product from a beautiful but chemi

9 min10 Apr 2026

#surfactants #oils and butters

How to make cream at home: a complete guide to DIY cosmetic formulation

DIY cosmetic formulation is not just a hobby: it is a precise science that requires an understanding of emulsion chemistry, raw material properties, and technological processes. If you want to learn how to make cream at home so that it is stable, safe, and truly effective for the skin, this article will be your starting point.

9 min6 Apr 2026

#lab technique #oils and butters #emulsions

Triethyl citrate: how the main active ingredient in natural deodorants works

An in-depth analysis of triethyl citrate (TEC): enzymatic hydrolysis by skin esterases, release of citric acid, and inhibition of odorogenesis. Dosages for sticks, creams, and sprays, compatibility with baking soda and magnesia, and 4 ready-to-use formulas.

14 min2 Mar 2026

#actives #oils and butters

Polymorphism of butters: why cocoa butter is temperamental and how to work with it

We explore why melted cocoa butter can become brittle, crumbly, or develop a whitish bloom after cooling. How α, β', and β crystal forms affect the texture, stability, and skin feel of your butters and balms — and how proper tempering solves most problems.

12 min2 Mar 2026

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The power of nature: the role of essential oils in modern cleaning products

Essential oils in household chemicals: antimicrobial action, degreasing with d-limonene, and pest repellent properties. How to stabilize oil in water, and safety for cats and dogs. Bonus: a kitchen spray recipe.

10 min1 Mar 2026

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Table salt vs. magnesium sulphate: how to stabilize a water-in-oil emulsion

Table salt or magnesium sulphate for a water-in-oil emulsion? How salt stabilizes a W/O emulsion: the anchoring effect and combating Ostwald ripening. A comparative table of NaCl vs. MgSO₄.

12 min27 Feb 2026

#emulsions #stability #oils and butters

How to choose oils and butters for your skin type: a beginner's guide for formulators

How to select oils and butters for dry, normal, and oily skin: comedogenicity, texture, and stability. Oil wardrobe charts by skin type, comedogenicity ratings, and storage tips.

12 min26 Feb 2026

#oils and butters #for beginners

How climate affects the fatty acid and essential oil composition in plants

How temperature, sun, drought, and humidity alter the profile of fatty acids and essential oils. Why linseed oil from a cold region is richer in Omega-3, and why mint contains more menthol during a drought.

7 min1 Mar 2025

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