Unit Conversion Software (for Windows)

Soap Calculator for Handmade Soap

SAP Values

Recipe2FormulaConverter (.xls)

Measurement Conversion Chart

Lye Calculator

Liquid, Cream & Bar Soap Calculator

Convert Volume to Grams (.xls)

Base Oil Calculator (How much can my soap mold hold?)

What’s the deal with Phthalates anyway?

What is “Natural”?

The Quality of Essential Oils

Terms Used in Fragrance

SAP Values

Oils, Oils, Oils – What’s in that bottle?

INCI Terms for Saponified Oils

Guide to Cosmetic Ingredient Labelling (.pdf)

Fragrance Families

Witch Hazel Distillate Water: The Do-It-All Hydrosol!

Why isn’t “Natural” good enough?

Why is Preservation So Scary?

The Quality of Essential Oils

The Importance of Preservatives

The HLB System – Choosing Which Surfactant to Use in Your Formulation

The HLB System – A Time-Saving Guide to Surfactant Selection (.pdf)

SAP Values

Reviews of 27 Preservatives

Quick Reference Guide to Safe Usage Levels of Cosmetic Ingredients

Properties of Vegetable Oils

Making All-Natural, No-Alcohol Liquid Soaps

Make Your Own Foaming Liquid Hand Soap

INCI Terms for Saponified Oils

How Do We Develop a Natural Standard?

How Can I make Products That Work?

How can I avoid GMOs in my products?

Guide to Cosmetic Ingredient Labelling (.pdf)

Good Manufacturing Practices

Formulation Guidelines for Lotions and Creams

Formulating Vegan Products – Ingredients to Avoid

Emulsions: What the heck are they?

Emulsions and The HLB System (.pdf)

Colouring Soap Naturally

Cleaning & Sanitation Guidelines (.pdf)

Can I Sell My Products?

Am I Peddling Snake oil?

Why are my butters grainy? How can I fix them?

Tips and Tricks for Making Beautiful Melt & Pour Soap

The Importance of Preservatives

Soapmaking Safety Instructions

Shaving Tip to get Soft, Silky Legs

Reviews of 27 Preservatives

Making Soap Blue Using Indigo

Making All-Natural, No-Alcohol Liquid Soaps

How to Choose the Right Additives for Your Soap Recipe

Good News from the HSMG for Canadians

Colouring Soap Naturally

Avoiding Soap Ash

All You Need to Know About Molds and Stamps

7 Essential Items You Need to Start Making Soap

What’s the deal with Phthalates anyway?

What is “Natural”?

The Quality of Essential Oils

How Do We Develop a Natural Standard?

How Can I make Products That Work?

How can I avoid GMOs in my products?

Formulating Vegan Products – Ingredients to Avoid

Can I Sell My Products?

Am I Peddling Snake oil?

IFRA Conformity Certificates

Certificates of Analysis

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

Animal Testing Statement

Eau de Cologne, a case of ancient Industrial espionage?

A Reminder About The Importance of Verifying Your Personal Information