A self-prepared cream ensures natural and healthy ingredients, while also offering significant cost savings. The semi-finished products needed to prepare such a formulation are not only much cheaper than ready-made blends but can also be freely combined to achieve the best effect. Creating your own cream does not require specialized knowledge or tools. Here's how to do it at home to enjoy a completely natural and chemical-free cosmetic.
Your kitchen is all you need during the preparation of your own cream. It is where you'll find all the necessary tools for making your own concoctions. A regular kitchen scale or teaspoon works well for measuring proportions. Mixtures can be blended in containers or small bowls (glass or porcelain) using a disposable wooden stick – I use a porcelain spoon. Due to potential reactions with acids or active ingredients, it is not recommended to use plastic, metal, or aluminum utensils.
It is essential to remember that a natural cream, free from artificial additives and preservatives, is less resistant to microorganisms. Before getting started, ensure the cleanliness of the equipment used. In home conditions, simply rinsing the utensils with boiling water or wiping them with alcohol is sufficient.
The basic cream consists of two fractions – aqueous and oily. Their combination ensures the right consistency that absorbs quickly and is easy to apply to the skin.
To make your own cosmetics as simple as possible, we recommend using our ready-made bases for creams or hair treatments. To such a base, first add products from the oily fraction, then the aqueous fraction. The last step is to add selected vitamins, extracts, or active ingredients.
Additives should not exceed more than 30% of the total, otherwise, the consistency may become thinner. If the cream seems too thin, adding a few drops of melted cosmetic butter will suffice.
Simple, isn't it? Remember that with each product in our store, we specify whether it belongs to the aqueous or oily fraction, and we provide recommended concentrations of preparations in cosmetic formulations.
Homemade creams should be stored in a cool place (preferably the refrigerator) in airtight, dark containers. This helps prevent oils and active ingredients from oxidizing, ensuring that the cosmetic retains its properties for a longer period. The cream will be usable for 3-4 weeks from the moment it's made. Using a small amount of natural preservative can help extend this time.
Preparing cream at home provides tremendous possibilities. You can experiment with a wide range of additives, mix them freely, and test different proportions. It's essential to remember that a cream rich in ingredients will offer broader and more effective results, and the selection of ingredients should be tailored to the needs of the specific skin type.
In the OUR PRODUCTS section, you will find descriptions of ingredients, and for inspiration, we invite you to explore the RECIPES section.