Guest Post: Formulating Scrubs and Body Butters
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Anne-Marie Faiola
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Guest Post: Formulating Scrubs and Body Butters

E124 • May 8, 2025 • 4 mins

In episode 124 of Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen, Anne-Marie Faiola introduces the world of body butters and scrubs, providing an overview of their benefits and uses. Joining her is Marla Bosworth, who shares insights into the formulation of these luxurious skincare products. Listeners are treated to a detailed recipe for a sugar scrub featuring Black Amber and Lavender, perfect for a home spa experience. The discussion extends to understanding oil absorption rates and the art of scenting body butters to achieve the desired aroma. The episode concludes with a mention of BrambleBerry.com, offering resources and supplies for crafting body care products.

Key Points

  • Consider the rinse-off factor of the oils you choose for body butters and scrubs to balance between hydration and greasiness.
  • Salt scrubs are effective for soothing skin prone to ingrown hairs, while sugar scrubs are gentler and better for sensitive skin.
  • Using silica gel in sugar scrubs helps emulsify oils and reduce leakage, ensuring the perfect consistency and texture.
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