Welcome to the forum

[mahoganismoke]

Hello everyone!  I’m TJ from the US.  I’m a budding home-based business owner that is attempting to create “natural” skin and hair care products.  I will probably read EVERY thread on this forum!  Eventually, I want to save up to take the course offered but, until then, I shall read on!

[Anonymous]

Hello, I’m  Rudzani and I’m from  South Africa, I’m in a beauty Therapist  and interested in pharmacology and cosmetic science and would like to know how to formulate my own cosmetics.  I’m glad I found this forum

[Milagros]

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Hello everyone, my name is Milagros, greetings from Argentina. I am completely self-taught in this world, more than 10 years ago I dedicate myself to making soaps, I am passionate, and I make cosmetics for myself and my family, thank you very much for receiving me in this forum, greetings.

[SPMX]

Hi Everyone!

I’m a licensed esthetician and have been formulating skincare & cosmetic products for a little over 12 years for my company and other small businesses. I’m looking to move into formulating hair care products as well. 

Thanks for having me and I’m excited to be here.

[MarieMarieMarie]

Hi. My name is Marie. I’m new in this website and new in the Cosmetic world. My background is Finance. But I’ve been teaching myself with the basics of cosmetic formulation. Looking forward to learning from the pros.

[kcryss]

Hi Everyone,

My name is Chris and I live in the US.  I actually work in computer science but started a journey to find a way to clean my hair without stripping it of natural oils a few months ago. I’m currently stuck at finding a way to make and preserve what I’m using so that it doesn’t have to be made fresh before each washing.

I would love to help others here, but I fear my lack of knowledge will prevent that unless someone has a computer related issue. ::smiley:

[Anonymous]

Hi! I’m San from Indonesia. I just being formulation staff in cosmetic industry. My background is clinical Pharmacy and the other side I really interest about cosmetic formulation. Very nice to find this forum.  I look forward  to learning, discussion, sharing with you all!

[sheilaisle]

Hi, my names Sheila I am new in Skin Care and starting a business. I love working with organic plants and look forward to sharing advice.

[KBbeauty]

Hello, everyone!
My name is Amanda and I’ve been a Registered Nurse for eleven years. I’ve always loved skincare and makeup. My years of experience as a consumer have often been full of products that irritated my sensitive skin. I recently began the process to establish my own brand of cosmetics. It’s amazing to have a resource such as this site, and I look forward to learning as much as I can. 

Best wishes!
Amanda Hill, RN

[Anonymous]

Hello! I’m Arianna. I am co-founder of a startup called Roselle Cosmetics. We are trying to make organic and vegan makeup at affordable prices. I don’t have any formal chem training, so I’m looking forward to learning from everyone here. 

[Anonymous]

Hello… My name is Esther. I am from Nigeria. I saw this forum online and read few stuffs which got me interested. I seriously want to learn about skincare and haircare and how to make it in the industry. I will be graduating from school this year… Please if you can help me, I will really appreciate. Thanks. 

I also would want to have my skincare line and hairline. Admin kindly tell me where to start from please. 

[Anonymous]

Hello! My name is Sophie and I’m a beginning entrepreneur. I make my own cosmetics and I have a couple of questions I want to find answers to. I use only natural ingredients, such as oils and minerals and I hope to gain my audience

[Mallow631]

Hi I’m Maria, I have been formulating for a few years now but have only recently come through breakthroughs in understanding the chemistry behind formulating and how the ingredients react together/in general on your body. I have been going to this forum for answers and am very excited to be part of it now, you can follow me on Instagram for now @_mallow_mui_ as this is the only form of social media I have at the moment. I made it about a month ago to gain followers and eventually promote my eco friendly products. My goal is to make a high quality/performing organic eco friendly zero waste shampoo, conditioner, bath and beauty line.

[Anonymous]

Hi… I’m Katherine and am from the foothills of Northern California. I’m a pharmacist who in 2011, after developing fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndromes, became interested in making my own soaps and skin care products. I’ve been following and learning from Susan Barclay of Swift Crafty Monkey, and Maria Rayma of Humblebee and Me for several years… Perry, it was actually through Susan’s blog that I learned about you a few years ago! I was very happy to stumble upon this forum; I thank you for allowing my membership.  It had always been a career goal of mine to transition my pharmacy practice from public policy to specializing in formulating and compounding personal care products but having acquired fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue changed msany aspects of life. It’s only been recently that I’ve felt well enough to finally work towards achieving my goal. To that end, and with my husband’s support, I shall enroll in formal coursework to establish a firm foundation.  I look forward to learning from the vast array of experienced formulators in this forum and, looking ahead, hope to also be able to be a positive contributor to discussions.

[Anonymous]

Hello everyone!

I’m maxwell, and I have a degree in pure and industry chemistry.

I currently work as a Production chemist for an  indigenous company right here in Lagos,
Nigeria. Part of my job function requires that I formulate new and exciting products especially lotions, body creams, soaps and body serums and so on.

In the near future, I intend to start a small scale factory to produce organic based cosmetics products for local and international markets. 

This forum is a great resource and I am so greatful that am part the number.
Looking forward to meeting nice, creative, and humble personalities here..

Thank you.

[Education]

Hello everyone, I’m Amy. 

I have a PhD in Chemical Engineering and am a university professor conducting research and teaching in Chemical Engineering and Biomedical Engineering (in Canada).

My research has focussed on biomaterial constructs for skin tissue regeneration, nanoparticles for delivery of active agents and recently extraction of plant chemicals. 

I previously ran a small company making mineral cosmetics, and have happily made creams lotions etc for myself and family.

I’m here now because I love learning and making, and I would like to link my research background and experience into the practical avenue of consumer products.

[Justina]

Hello, I’m Justina… A cosmetic formulator for over 3 yrs. I work with a new cosmetic firm thats into skincare, hair care product and makeup. I hope to broaden my knowledge in this group of highly experienced scientists and as well give back. Thanks for accepting me

[MX_science]

Hi everyone,

My name is Margeaux and I live in California. I have a science degree, though not cosmetic science specifically and have been formulating at home for many years now. What stared as a way to control the quality and chemicals that I put on my skin has become a pretty passionate hobby with perhaps an eye to launching a product line one day.

Although the more I learn about what that takes, the more daunting it seems. I’m sure this story has been told before: I share creations with my friends, they LOVE it, I should “sell this,” etc. They have NO idea how complicated it can be! It seems, due to regulations and testing, that this is a tough industry to start small and test your ideas out to see if demand is there. It feels like you need a bunch of capital and be ready to jump “all in.” I would love any ideas on starting small if this can be done.

I’m here to help when I can with what I DO know, but also because on some matters of chemistry, no matter how hard I Google I hit a certain WALL where the information I need cannot be found. Over the years I have stumbled on some of this elusive information, but there are times when I just don’t know what else to put in the search box to find what I need.

Looking forward to learning!

Margeaux

[margi]

Hey, my name is Mariam, im from Norway and im in the start of making my own shampoos and conditioners, and hopefully other products in the future.
I joined this sight because of the knowledge that i see i can get from it and hopefully i can help someone else as well.
 I have little knowledge when it comes to formulating products, but it really seems like something i will enjoy and get something good out of ones i get started properly. 
Its also amazing to see that there is a open forum for everyone no matter the level of understanding you have for the science behind cosmetics.

Thank you Perry. :smiley:

[Zaf]

I’m just working on DIY formulations and I guess feel like I’m not really sure what I’m doing.

I’m interested in making effective moisturizers incorporating natural (namely plant) ingredients. I have psoriasis and am looking at better adjunctives to my current treatment and kinda fell into the hole of making homemade butters for my son who still has skin issues (though much better now!)… and it’s become a bit of a hobby that’s gotten away with itself?

I have considered selling what I make but really just enjoying creating things for myself. Maybe someday when they’re *perfect*?

I’m continually doing research and kinda a bit of a science/medicine nerd, so, who knows?

[Anonymous]

Hello I am Lisa. 

[HerbGirl]

Hi all.
I’m Rebecca and I’m a massage therapist in Alaska.

I’m trying to formulate market worthy anhydrous products for a home business with body butters being my main focus. It sounds so simple but I’m already running into some unexpected results. I find herbs interesting and fun to work with so that’s something that I’m incorporating and I’m aiming to keep things on the more natural side of the spectrum. 

I don’t have any education or formal training, just trying to do as much research as I can. I find formulating really fun and interesting and I think it’s important for one to enjoy their work.  

[Anonymous]

Hello 

My name is Alma. I was born and raised in NYC, now residing in Louisiana.
I’m an artist and I was a stay-at-home mom and proud of it! I loved staying home raising my kids and I miss it so much. 

My kids are now in College and i have a lot of time on my hands and been interested in learning how to formulate.  I have no experience but i am determined to learn and work hard when i set my mind on something.  I always enjoyed surrounding myself with people who are BRAINIACS since i’m totally far from being a “whiz” and am a free-spirited, creative -live - for -the moment type person/artist. 

Has anyone taken an online course with Personal Care Science?”  I need to learn all about formulating and youtube isn’t going to cut it for me.

I look forward to picking your brains out!    

Sincerely,
Alma 

[Royalbre]

Hello, Everyone
My name is chelsea
I am starting a new line  of soap and cleaning products to our family business and soon i want to open a cosmetic line with my Daughter.

[unconditional]

Hi everyone,
My background is in Pharmacy but I am here as a hobbyist. I am experimenting with making hair and skincare products (mainly conditioner) for my family and myself. I am thankful to have found a resource such as this.