What do you mix base lotion with?
Fragrance – You can incorporate 1 to 2 teaspoons of fragrance oil per 16 oz of lotion base. Stir well. Notice that the more fragrance you add the more likely it is that your lotion will thin from the fragrance oil. If you want to add essential oils you can add 1 to 2 ml of essential oil per 16 oz of lotion.
How do you make sage lotion?
Directions:
- Warm oil in double boiler. Add beeswax and stir until melted.
- Pour the still-warm salve into containers (old jam jars or small metal tins work well).
- Put the cap on the containers, and store in a dark, cool place.
Can I add arrowroot powder to lotion?
Lotions and Creams When added to lotions, creams, and other moisturizing formulations, Arrowroot Powder can function as a thickening and opacifying agent that adds texture appeal to the final product. As Arrowroot is insoluble in water, it is typically be added to the oil phase and incorporated using a whisk.
Does body butter come before lotion?
For your daily moisturizing routine, use a lightweight, fast-absorbing lotion with nourishing ingredients. Before going to bed, apply body butter for an overnight skin treatment that deeply penetrates the skin surface for long-lasting hydration. After a long day outside, use body butter to help restore lost moisture.
Is Bramble Berry safe for lotions and soaps?
Yes, you can tweek it and use glitter (but it’s awfully scratchy in lotion bars and is hard to suspend). Any oils from Bramble Berry, as long as they are not specifically stated that they are only for candles, are body safe for lotions and soaps.
Who is Oryx Bramble Berry?
She’s been with Bramble Berry since 2012. Along with wood molds, Oryx makes products like the Swirl Tool Kit and the Heavy Duty Column Mold. That’s all done under the supervision of her dog, Theo.
What happened to the Bramble Berry blog?
This blog has moved to the Bramble Berry website! We heard feedback that customers wanted products and inspiration in one place, so we did just that. You can now find projects, articles, and videos on the In the Studio section. They’re the same projects you know and love, now they’re just easier to …
Where can I find more Bramble Berry projects and tutorials?
You can find more Bramble Berry projects, articles, and tutorials In the Studio at Brambleberry.com! The natural sugar in beer boosts lather in cold process soap, and it’s also great from a marketing perspective. This soap is colored with activated charcoal and titanium dioxide to create a dramatic contrasting swirl.