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The Antioxidant Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
This mini course teaches cosmetic formulators about the science behind free radicals, exploring their effects on us and on cosmetic formulations. In addition it highlights the role of antioxidants in safeguarding against these impacts.
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The Azelaic Acid Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
In this mini course, we share some expert advice on how to formulate with azelaic acid effectively and suggest some other active ingredients and plant extracts that work well with this ingredient to boost its benefits.
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The Bakuchiol Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
Bakuchiol is one of the cosmetic ingredients everyone is talking about. In this mini course we explore what bakuchiol is, it's effect on the skin and how to incorporate it into cosmetic formulations.
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The Botanical Oils Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
In this Mini course you will learn about the chemistry of botanical oils, their fatty acid profiles and how to understand the environmental impact of growing botanical oils for skincare.
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The Branding Your Business Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
Branding is key to a succesful business. In this Mini Course we teach you how to work with a designer and how to use tools such as mood boards to generate the look and feel you want for your beauty brand.
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The Cactus Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
This mini course teaches cosmetic formulators about one of the most interesting and sustainable plant based ingredient available, cacti. There are many cactus species used in skincare and we cover how to incorporate these fantastic ingredients into your cosmetic ranges.
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The CBD and Hemp Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
CBD and hemp have been trending ingredients for some time now. Learn about some of the key aspects of these ingredients that you need to know to use them succesfully as a cosmetic formulator.
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The Centella Asiatica Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
Centella asiatica also known as Gotu kola is taking the beauty world by storm and although this ingredient is now new, it has never been more on trend. In this Mini Lab, we give you essential information on this botanical active ingredient and how to formulate with it. This herb is known for its soothing and calming benefits and we look at the current research available that explains how it may work on the skin. You will learn, The history and botanical characteristics of Centella asiatica. The skin benefits of Centella asiatica. How to formulate with Centella asiatica.
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The Ceramides Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
This mini course covers the use of ceramides in formulations and understanding their use within the skincare industry. Cosmetic formulators will learn how to formulate using ceramides through a deep understanding on the subject.
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The Circadian Beauty Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
In this mini course, you will learn how our natural circadian rhythms affect the functioning of the skin. You will explore how skincare can be formulated to work with these natural rhythms and ingredients that work well for day and night.
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The Circular Beauty Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
This mini course covers everything cosmetic formulators need to know about the circular economy in relation to the beauty industry and how to implement these principles into their own formulations.
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The Clubhouse Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
Are you looking for a free tool that can help you to grow your network, market your products and more? Clubhouse is a relatively new social media app that the beauty industry has fully embraced for all of those reasons and more. But how do you get the most out of your Clubhouse experience and avoid so many of the time-wasting pitfalls of other social media In this Mini Lab, we will give you all the inside tips and tricks from the Formula Botanica social media team on how you can use this tool, to network, grow your business and practice important key skills such as your "Elevator pitch" and being visible!
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The Content Creation Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
Learn the importance of content creation for skincare entrepreneurs. We cover different platforms for content creation, search engine optimisation and more.
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The Cream Deodorant Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
Natural deodorants are trending and in this Mini Course we teach you how to formulate your own natural deodorant using botanical active ingredients. Learn about the science of sweat and how deodorants work.
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The Cruelty Free Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
This mini course teaches cosmetic formulators about what cruelty free means for their business and how legislation impacts cruelty free claims.
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The Essential Oils Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
A mini course exploring essential oils for cosmetic formulation. How they are obtained, their chemistry and some unusual essential oils you will want to try as a cosmetic formulator.
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The Fermented Skincare Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
This mini course teaches cosmetic formulators how fermented skincare utilises microorganisms to enhance ingredients. They will learn what fermentation is, its benefits and how to use biofermented ingredients in formulations.
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The Fragrance Free Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
This mini course teaches cosmetic formulators how to formulate fragrance free cosmetics, why fragrance free is popular on the market and to understand fragrance allergens.
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The Gel Emulsion Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
In this mini course, we teach the creation of gel emulsions, which are popular for their lightweight, fast-absorbing qualities while providing the moisturising benefits of a cream. Gel emulsions are in high demand because they feel great on the skin and work well for various skin types. We'll cover different techniques and ingredients to help you formulate natural, effective and appealing gel emulsions that stand out.
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The Hyaluronic Acid Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
This mini course teaches cosmetic formulators about the function and cosmetic use of hyaluronic acid. It covers types of hyaluronic acid, formulation tips and complementary ingredients.
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The Lamellar Emulsions Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
In this mini course we look at Lamellar emulsions, what they are, their benefits on the skin and some different emulsifiers capable of forming lamellar emulsions. This is perfect for any cosmetic formulator looking to work on their emulsification skills.
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The Lipstick Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
Ever wanted to make your own lipsticks? In this Mini course for cosmetic formulators we teach you how to create lipsticks using botanical ingredients and innovative plant pigments, fantastic for those wanting to expand their skills to colour cosmetics.
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The Male Grooming Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
This mini course covers the male grooming market for cosmetic formulators. Current market trends and types of formulations that are popular in male grooming.
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The Marine Ingredients Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
We explore the deep blue sea in this course on the topic of marine ingredients that are available to cosmetic formulators. Learn the about the benefits of marine ingredients for the skin and how to use them in your formulas.
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The Menopause Beauty Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
In this mini course you will learn the effect that hormonal changes in menopause can have on the skin and hair. You will learn about ingredients that are ideally suited to supporting the skin during this time and explore the menopause beauty market.
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The Microbiome Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
Learn about one of the hottest trends in the beauty industry, microbiome skincare! In this mini course you will learn about the important role of the skin microbiome and what the current research and evidence is to support microbiome friendly cosmetics.
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The Mushroom Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
This mini course teaches cosmetic formulators all about the fantastic benefits of mushroom based ingredients in beauty. It covers all the main types of mushrooms and their properties, showing how to incorporate them into beauty products.
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The Natural Blusher Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
This mini course offers cosmetic formulators the chance to learn how to make different types of blusher formulations with natural ingredients and plant pigments.
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The Natural Exfoliation Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
This mini course teaches cosmetic formulators about natural exfoliation. Cosmetic formulators will learn about the natural exfoliation cycle, types of exfoliation and why pH is important when formulating with acids.
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The Natural Peptides Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
This mini course gives a broad understanding of what peptides are, the benefits they hold for skin and hair and popular peptide based ingredients on the market.
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The Natural Perfume Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
This mini course covers the history of natural perfume and how it affects the human sense of smell, creating emotional responses. Cosmetic formulators are introduced to fragrance formulation, exploring its creativity and science.
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The Oat Mini Lab
Formula Botanica
This Mini Lab covers everything formulators need to know about innovative usage of oats in skincare. From their ancient origins to modern applications, it explores oat-based ingredients, their unique chemical composition, and how to create innovative, consumer-friendly formulations with them.
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