Discover the joy of making your own customised, natural and organic cosmetics that won't harm the earth or your delicate skin!
Unlock the secrets of radiant, healthy skin with The Handmade Spa: Natural Cosmetics. This comprehensive book, written by Sara Dumenil, the founder of French skincare company Formule Beaute, is a treasure trove of inspiration for anyone looking to create their own customised beauty products.
Making your own natural beauty products is not only empowering but also ensures that you have control over what goes onto your skin. With this guide in hand, you'll learn the art of crafting 100%-natural beauty products that are tailored to your body:
Determine your skin type using 2 questionnaires Choose the right ingredients adapted to you individually Personalise the recipes according to your desires and your needs.
Featuring 20 carefully curated recipes, this book covers a wide range of beauty essentials that you commonly find in your bathroom. From facial cleansers, lotions, and moisturisers to body creams, scrubs and even personal hygiene products like toothpaste and deodorant, you'll have all the tools you need to glow up your natural beauty routine. The recipe preparation time is short, from 5 to 20 minutes depending on the recipe.
Recipes include:
My tailor-made micellar jelly My custom moisturiser Moisturising milk on the skin 2-in-1 conditioner mask Solid protein shampoo Face & body cold cream.
You'll find essential guidance on selecting the right ingredients for your skin type and familiarising yourself with the steps involved in creating your own beauty products from home. Discover the benefits of using organically farmed ingredients and how they can enhance the effectiveness of your homemade creations. Learn about the necessary equipment, explore attractive, reusable containers for storing your creations, and gain insight into best practices for achieving optimal results.
By:
Sara Duménil
Imprint: Search Press Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions:
Height: 209mm,
Width: 149mm,
Spine: 10mm
Weight: 284g
ISBN: 9781800922112
ISBN 10: 1800922116
Series: The Handmade Spa
Pages: 80
Publication Date: 17 May 2024
Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
INTRODUCTION Before you begin Five good reasons to get started What products can you make? Choosing the right ingredients Preserving handmade products Important information Key for recipes Basic equipment For production Empty containers Good practice Hygiene rules Precautions Skin diagnostics Diagnosing your skin type Assessing your skin’s condition Choosing your ingredients Specific characteristics of each skin type Uses and properties Other active ingredients What works for your skin type Make-up removal Toning Moisturizing Exfoliating (once a week) BASIC TEXTURES Making an emulsion Making a gel Making a balm Making a lotion Making a treatment oil THE RECIPES Face: Custom-blend micellar gel, Custom-blend moisturizer, Hydrating detox mask, Nourishing lip balm, Cleansing lotion Body: Moisturizing skin milk, Creamy, nourishing balm, Dry body oil, Revitalizing scented mist Hair care: Conditioning -in- mask, Leave-in detangling cream, Protective hair serum Hygiene: Solid toothpaste, Fresh roll-on deodorant, Vitamin-packed shower gel, Protein-rich shampoo bar General wellbeing: All-over cold cream, Face-and-body butter scrub, Massage candle, Fizzing bath bombs About Formule Beauté
A naturopathic expert specializing in natural cosmetology, Sara Dumenil launched the Formule beaute brand in France in 2016, with a mission to make homemade cosmetics accessible to everyone. Sara is dedicated to offering a solution for those who seek healthier alternatives to conventional skincare products and aspire to create their own natural skincare formulations. Through this book, Sara aims to provide a diverse collection of straightforward and efficient recipes, using minimal ingredients. Her aim is to harmonize the practice of creating homemade cosmetics with the demands of our hectic lifestyles. Sara lives in a small city outside Paris, France.
Reviews for The Handmade Spa: Natural Cosmetics: Indulge Yourself with 20 ECO-Friendly Recipes to Make at Home
From facial cleansers, lotions and moisturisers to body creams, scrubs, toothpaste and deodorant, make your own natural beauty products. Recipe prep time is from 5 to 20 minutes and there are 20 recipes. * Machine Knitting Monthly *
