ScienceDaily (Nov. 7, 2008) — Scientists in Italy have found bacteria in the root of a tropical grass whose oils have been used in the cosmetic and perfumery industries. These bacteria seem to promote the production of essential oils, but also they change the molecular structure of the oil, giving it different flavours and properties: [...]
ZOMG! My Bath Bombs instructable came in 22 out of 14,000 to go in the The Best of Instructables Volume I.
Thanks everyone who voted!
This extra gentle cleansing scrub will leave your skin feeling silky and smooth.
* 1 tablespoon wheat germ
* 1 tablespoon oatbran
* 2 tablespoons almond oil
* 3 drops Sweet Orange essential oil
In a mortar and pestle, mix the wheat [...]
There’s been chatter about the health hazards of fabric softeners and fabric sheets. People with delicate skin or allergies are often impacted by these products being used by people around them. Also, they cost a silly amount of money for some petroleum byproducts and perfume in a big ol plastic jug.
Especially since you [...]
So, I’m sourcing some ingredients, which means I get to play mad scientist. It’s one of my favorite things to do, doncha know.
There’s been a lot of buzz about in the industry about Argania Spinosa Kernel Extract and Cecropia Obtusa Bark Extract. Argania is derived from the kernel of the fruit of [...]
Many people have asked if I would put together a kit to make bath bombs. So I did. Here ya go. Note that the kit does not include molds, because I don’t have a supplier. And if I had to charge for driving around to find them at craft stores, then paying [...]
I’ve just put my “how to make soap molds” up at Instructables. Feel free to visit and vote.
Of course, the original instructions are here.
