By Carrie Jack
In two words - IFRA 50 The International Fragrance Association (IFRA) recently released its 50th Amendment, marking a significant milestone in the regulation of fragrance ingredients. This update introduces new...
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By Carrie Jack
As the allure of captivating scents enhances our daily lives, understanding the science behind fragrance formulation becomes essential for both enthusiasts and artisans alike. “Unlocking the Secrets: How to Use...
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By Carrie Jack
The Science Behind Fragrance Oils Fragrance oils are complex concoctions crafted through both art and science. At their core, they are blended compounds designed to evoke specific sensory responses. These...
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By Carrie Jack
Reading and understanding IFRA (International Fragrance Association) fragrance usage rates involves interpreting the guidelines provided in the IFRA Certificate or Standards for a particular fragrance. These guidelines ensure safe use...
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By Amber Beltran
WARNING! This guest blog includes two closeup pictures of my eyes (both in and out of a medical setting), which feature mild injury/chemical burns Sodium Hydroxide (lye) can cause to...
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By Amber Beltran
AN HONEST CONFESSION I’m a little bit of a junkie when it comes to a certain freshly-handmade retailer that starts with an “L” and rhymes with “gush”! It’s one of...
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By Amber Beltran
I DREAM OF AUTUMN Before moving to Florida, I remember speaking on the phone with a friend, a born-and-raised Floridian, inquiring about pertinent tidbits of information one might want to...
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By Amber Beltran
PEACE AMONGST THE CHAOS Seems like everywhere you turn these days, there’s one thing taking precedence on everyone’s mind. When news of a new, or “novel”, virus was first making...
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By Amber Beltran
SPRING IS IN THE AIR! No doubt about it, wherever you look, it’s become abundantly apparent that spring has sprung! There’s nothing quite like the days growing a little longer,...
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By Amber Beltran
Master Soap Maker at a Squirrel and A Scholar Soap Co.
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By Amber Beltran
SERENDIPITY IN SOAP MAKING! The wheels in my head are constantly turning and churning-up new ideas for blog topics I can share; topics I hope my fellow crafters will find...
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By Amber Beltran
FRAGRANCE WOES Three weeks ago, I began a soap project I’d hoped would yield wonderfully fragrant results. I had purchased Nurture Soap’s “Botanical Bliss” fragrance oil, and was blissfully in...
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By Amber Beltran
NEW DIVIDES FOR NEW DESIGNS Back in February, I wrote a guest blog entitled, “United we Stand. Divided we Swirl”. In that blog, I shared how to use a simple...
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