Welcome to The Melalchemist DIY Skincare Formulation Series – Learn to Formulate Like a Pro!
Hey there, fellow beauty enthusiast, skincare lover, and aspiring formulator!
A long time ago—back in 2013—I started my skincare formulation journey just like you. At the time, it was difficult to find quality resources that provided real guidance. I still remember my very first lotion formula from SwiftCraftyMonkey’s blog. It was a disaster. In fact, I buried that failed batch in my mom’s farm, never to be seen again!
But I didn’t give up. Years later, I’m here, creating this resource to help others like me—especially those ready to move beyond body butters and lip balms.
Welcome to The Melalchemist DIY Skincare Formulation Series!
Are you ready to learn how to formulate safe, effective skincare products? Whether you’re a skincare enthusiast, a DIY hobbyist, or someone dreaming of launching a skincare brand, understanding cosmetic formulation is the first step toward crafting high-quality products.
This series will introduce you to the science of skincare formulation, moving beyond simple kitchen DIY recipes to create science-backed, stable, and effective formulations.
What This Series Covers
This beginner-friendly DIY Skincare Formulation Course is structured into clear modules, each covering a critical aspect of formulation. By the end of this series, you’ll understand how to:
- Choose and work with different cosmetic ingredients.
- Properly measure, mix, and stabilise skincare formulas.
- Adjust pH levels for skin compatibility.
- Create DIY skincare products like toners, emulsions, and cleansers.
- Understand the role of preservatives in skincare.
- Avoid common DIY formulation mistakes.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is perfect for:
- Skincare enthusiasts who want to create safe and effective DIY products.
- Aspiring formulators who want to understand cosmetic chemistry.
- Small business owners looking to develop proper skincare formulations.
- Anyone interested in ingredient science and skincare formulation
- No prior experience is needed! We’ll start with the basics and build your skills step by step!!!
What You’ll Learn:
📌Lesson 1: What is DIY Skincare? Understanding the Basics of Cosmetic Formulation
📌Lesson 2: Essential Equipment & Tools for DIY Skincare
📌Lesson 3: Understanding Cosmetic Ingredients – A Beginner’s Guide
📌Lesson 3 CONTD.: How to Read an Ingredient List Like a Formulator.
📌Lesson 4: The Classes of Skincare Products – Understanding Formulation Categories
📌Lesson 5: The Role of pH in Skincare & How to Adjust It Correctly
📌Lesson 6: The Science of Hydration – Humectants, Emollients & Occlusives
📌Lesson 7: How Emulsions Work – Water & Oil in Skincare
📌Lesson 8: Preservatives in DIY Skincare – What You Need to Know
📌Lesson 9: How to Develop a Skincare Product Formula
📌Lesson 10: Why Skincare Formulas Are in Percentages, Not Recipes
📌Lesson 11: How to Write Your First Formula – Spreadsheets
📌Lesson 12: Practical Formulation – Setting Up your Workspace
📌Lesson 13: Practical Formulation – Practice Formulas
📌Lesson 14: How to Modify Skincare Formulations for Different Skin Types
📌Lesson 15: Formulating for Skin of Color: Special Considerations & Best Ingredients.
📌Lesson 16: The Next Steps in Your DIY Formulation Journey
📌Lesson 17: How to Scale Your Formulations from DIY to Professional
The lessons will include:
📌 Clear explanations with real-world examples where applicable
📌Step-by-step formulation guides to help you learn by doing as well as videos for visual experience.
📌Downloadable resources (ingredient cheat sheets, formulation worksheets)
How to Follow Along
To get the most out of this series:
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✨ Follow along with the practical exercises in the lessons.
✨ Ask questions in the comments—I’m here to help!
Let’s Get Started!!!
Next up: [Lesson 1: What is DIY Skincare? Understanding the Basics of Cosmetic Formulation]
Ready to begin your formulation journey? Let’s go!!!
