Updated: 23.09.25 Ever wish you could bottle the colour, scent, or power of a plant? With macerated oils, you can. Also known as infused oils or macerates, macerated oils are powerful oil-soluble botanical extracts made by infusing a plant – or a blend of plants – into a carrier oil, often olive or sunflower oil, which you can then use […]| Formula Botanica
Have you ever experienced stinging, itching, or redness after using a new product or even just stepping out into the wind? If so, you’re not alone! Sensitive skin is a common concern, and learning how to formulate products that genuinely care for it is an incredibly empowering skill to have as a cosmetic formulator. In this post, we’ll explore what […]| Formula Botanica
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