How to make Body Wash; Formulating for Beginners

[@TaraLeee]

I have a few things to mention about the formula with crothix, polysorbate 80, and oil. (the green body wash) 1. the mica powder ended up settling. This took much longer to happen compared to the blue body wash recipe. So I do not recommend using mica powder with body washes using crothix. It does not work as a suspending agent for mica powder. The mica powder is okay to use in the recipes containing SCI and xanthan gum. 2. not only did the mica powder settle to the bottom, but there also seems to be some separation with the oil/solubilizer. (At least I think) the body wash is still opaque, but is a little darker and there is about a centimeter of separation on the top. Go to my patreon to see a photo because I can't really explain it. I have posted a photo over there showing what it looks like now. This post is free to see so you don't have to sign up for my patreon to see it. Patreon link - www.patreon.com/taraleee

[@sadeadams311]

What would you recommend to use for color since the micas didn’t work? Or what’s the best way to make the body was with the micas so that it doesn’t settle to the bottom?

[@alekhyareddy9212]

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[@sadeadams311]

@@alekhyareddy9212 excuse me?

[@monaejohnson6718]

@@sadeadams311 Just use soap dye.

[@bijalpandya4049]

It's amazing to see so much information packed in one video. Love your ability to break down the steps and explain without making it sounds complicated

[@merissahardy3887]

I just read a research article about mango kernel oil in soap and to test the lather they combined 1g of soap with 99ml distilled water in a graduated cylinder, shook it for several minutes then let it rest a few more and then measured the bubbles on top, (I said a few minutes because I don't remember the exact time they used). You could probably adopt and adapt this method to test the larger of your own products. Thanks for the great video!

[@YayaDIYCreations]

Absolute Legend! Love the colors! ✨✨💜💜

[@TaraLeee]

Thank you so much!!!😍

[@ashtonbelle8778]

I have been waiting for this since you mentioned it on Instagram. This is just 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥I am learning do much, wish you would write a book.

[@brookepower670]

I love videos like these, they really break down ingredients and what you really need in a formula!

[@TaraLeee]

I’m so glad you enjoy them! 🥰

[@johnchristy4438]

Please how can I get the ingredients to formulate my own face wash

[@kajolgolchha1326]

Wowahhhhhh greatly explained everything clearly I loved the creamy version more than gel version loved the video 💓

[@sorayastevens545]

So good! Such an informative and helpful video. I feel like I can formulate my own body wash now, which is pretty exciting! Thank you so much, Tara!

[@foysurbanfarm3262]

Your video's have inspired me so much the last few weeks, gave me the knowledge i needed to do something i have wanted to do for a long time (shampoo bars), and with each video I learn more. Thank you so much for this content.

[@maggieb3191]

Omg queen yes! I've been looking into ingredients for formulations & im so happy you made a video! Definitely has helped me out alot

[@gyaanfreeme52]

Thank you so much for giving us a great free knowledge 😘😘😘

[@guardianofthesacredflame1649]

you make this soooo simple... thank you!

[@hummingbirdess8763]

This was a great video! Love that you added all the variations (and cautions) 🥰

[@TaraLeee]

I’m so glad you enjoyed 🥰

[@rutujabhoi772]

Lots of love❤ , thank you for teaching how to make body care products, love to watch your videos, it sort of act like stress buster to me 😊

[@caritodajdaj]

Hello! I loved the last formula, but what can I use in stead of ritamulse?

[@M2345M]

Great video. I'm not a beginner but I love love these videos where you make several formulas.

[@TaraLeee]

so glad you enjoy them even though you aren't a beginner 😊

[@juicypayne5736]

Thank you for a very informative video. Will try some of the formulations and let you know how they turned out

[@jhansi1402]

❤ Tara u are a star... this was so educative for newbie like me... loads of ❤️ . Which recipe would suit dry mature skin the most out of these to try pls ??

[@aneliswamzizi3603]

Hello Tara ... I have been binge watching your videos and you are so amazing.. I am collecting ingredients so far and I wanted to know is it okay to add tumeric to a jelly body wash? And also I wanna make exfoliating body washes...Exfoliating Tumeric bodywash...... Looking forward to your reply?

[@Nina-2311]

Thank you! I really love this! I was wondering if it's possible to make a milk based liquid shampoo? Thank u in advance!

[@JasonYun]

Loveeee loveee watching your videos i found your channel when I was planning on making my own products until I changed my mind and now literally just watch ur vids cause it's so relaxing 😂

[@TaraLeee]

I’m so glad you find them relaxing 🥰 thank you so much

[@Snoodlezsaid]

So excited about this. I can't wait to make some! Your content is so, so helpful. Thank you, Tara!!!

[@firdowskruger9896]

Thank you, Tara for another great upload. Always love your videos. Greetings from Pretoria, South Africa 🇿🇦 ❤

[@TaraLeee]

Thank you so much for watching! 💗

[@candyd6515]

Great video. Do you ever use a hand mixer when making your body washes or would it create to much foam?

[@cassy_mua_hair]

Absolutely love your videos and I wanted to know if you could maybe do a video on a makeup cleansing Balm or just a normal cleaning Balm? I really want to get started on bringing it into my brand but I don't know where to start 😮

[@kumbaaa4397]

I just love Tara Lee , learn sooo much with her ! Thank you so much

[@transformers1017]

hey love this video. i want to make a body wash with essential oils or fragrance oil but with it being see through, how can i do that with out it separating but being see through at the same time?

[@TheAnnaLovey]

Hi Tara! Thank you so much for your videos! I had a quick question, when using fragrance oil in the body wash, should I use polysorbate 20 or 80 to solubilize it?

[@GlamQueen_Beauty]

So I tried the creamy body wash formula and it was amazing. I loved my vanilla scented body wash.❤❤❤ I used the SCI powder, However it was Abit too thick for me. What can I reduce for it to be light

[@angelamarroquin9669]

Loved the video! Do all of these body washes leave the skin feeling soft?

[@Unfiltered_from_The_Bronx]

Crothix works wonders for homemade Castille soap!

[@shannelfoote5571]

Lovely video. Quick question. If I have AOS 40 94% powder. How would I substitute in the first and creamy formulation?

[@rhiataylor5571]

So glad to have found your channel!

[@jaunbonaysmith]

THANK U Tara These are lovely💗💗💗💗 PLEASE respond 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 Re: creamy body wash w/sci powders. If i want to add "fragrance oil" should it be at the "cool down/final phase" ?????

[@TaraLeee]

Thank you so much for watching 😁 Yes, add it in the cool down phase

[@jaunbonaysmith]

@@TaraLeee Thank U Doll😍😍🙌🙌

[@fumeorjiorji1040]

Thank you Tara Lee. I took very good notes

[@chrissyhernandez9187]

Can you make a full in depth video on EVREYTHING or MOST things you need to know about formulas , measurements, product and other things I need to know to start a business like this please

[@peacegodwin6716]

Your videos are simply the best,I have learned alot from your videos.thanks ♥️

[@TaraLeee]

I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you!💖

[@naomilisah]

thank you so much.. can i use sls inplace of aos 40 and coco betaine... the two are rare in our contry..

[@christancedell5818]

Thx for sharing...!! Please could we replace aos 40 ? If yes by what? Or could we made this without using it ? Thx in advance for your answer ☺️

[@edeninamete5265]

Your such a good teacher and I love your video 👍

[@aliciastewart3037]

What advice do you 🤔 have for making a large batch?? Would you do a live teaching for making a batch??

[@TaraLeee]

I have a video all about how to make large batches kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3fGZ5iVnrSUoK8

[@MamaBear28]

Im starting my business and im so excited and nervous at the same time . but i do give all thanks to you 🤞🏾💋👑

[@first100k3]

Hi Jamica, how are you? Have you started your business yet? Is it online or you got your own store?

[@latonyajohnson484]

Hey Tara, I just want to start out by saying I love watching your videos. I love how you break it down step by step. So I tried your creamy body wash recipe and I’m not sure what I did wrong. So I have to convert the % to ounces and I hope that I converted it right. However my body wash came out clear and not white. I put the SCI, Bentaine and Glycerin and Distilled water in the water bath and I let it sit until it was creamy. So how long after you take it out of the water bath should you add the distilled water into the other part? The lather is wonderful but it just didn’t come out white. I know that you are very busy so whenever you have time. Thanks in advance

[@TaraLeee]

Thank you so much! I’m so glad you love my videos 😊 So when using SCI and coco betaine together two things can happen. If you use more SCI than coco betaine then the formula will come out creamy like mine. If you use more coco betaine than sci it will come out clear. But here is where it gets confusing. You need to calculate this using SCI’s and coco betaines active surfactant matter. I explain what active surfactant matter is in this video here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYjPaGCibdmmmJo So you need to make sure your SCI active surfactant matter is higher than your coco betaine active surfactant matter to get a creamy body wash. If you have more coco betaine active surfactant matter it will be a clear body wash, which is really cool too! I actually have a video on my Patreon explaining this all.

[@latonyajohnson484]

Thanks Tara I really appreciate your feed back! And I’m going to look at your video! You are the bomb

[@latonyajohnson484]

Didn’t you do a video on how to convert percents into grams or percents into ounces?

[@latonyajohnson484]

Last Question, once you take it off the heat how long after do you have before you add the distilled water or can you add it immediately?

[@PMM045]

Thought it was me. I hadvtge same results. It came out clear and not creamy

[@cheriejones9105]

Great video! Very informative and everything explained well. Thank you!

[@goabajonezoekgasa5393]

wow...such an informative detailed video

[@Sonia-uz7wn]

Thank you for sharing. Does the mica have to be measured to contribute to 100% of the formula?

[@goldenveracosmetics]

I've been following you for a while, sincerely I've learnt alot.. your videos are informative

[@LeahHerbas]

Hi I was so excited to see a fairly natural body wash. I did the SCI with cocomidyl betaine but it's not thin and it's not cream. It's clear as day. Did I do something wrong? I choice that one because you said it was your favorite and lathered the most

[@joysally6895]

Hey 👋. I also tried the creamy body wash and it’s clear. So I don’t think you did anything wrong. To make a creamy body wash, you’ll need an oil phase, with emulsifying wax, and a butter. Maybe you can try that out. See how it goes. Don’t mark my words though, in new to formulating....

[@kharynnyx8668]

8⁸ ppl

[@nargisamira3237]

i think we've used cocamidopropyl betaine which is different with coco betaine like tara did. so it turns out clear

[@TunaYoney]

Great Video Tara! Thank you so much. Just wanted to ask. I remember you were saying Apple surfactants and coco glucoside works really well. Can you add coco betaine as a co surfactant to those? - thank you!

[@holistic-hustler]

Is there a difference between Crothix and Emulthix ? Can they be substituted ?

[@Kontraleah]

TaraLee I get SO excited for your new videos. Another outstanding one right here. You have inspired me to get started and be creative with formulating in so many ways. I feel like we’re friends. 🙂

[@sandygovic1585]

Hi Tara, I just made the one with SCI , I love it 😍😍😍!!! The texture and the creaminess, its absolutely beautiful ❤❤ . Thank you for sharing with all of us , keep up great work, you are absolute legend!!!🥰🥰🥰

[@tinab4976]

Thanks so much for this Tara!!!! Keep the videos coming!!.😊

[@joyemery9384]

Could you do the one adding oil without the crothix? Or could you use xanthan gum and if so, how much?

[@nourelhouda34]

Hello tara💗 Can we use carbomer to thicken the gel cleanser while using essential oil as well a solublizer to get a clear cleanser ?

[@Mamumi-r5q]

You are really great person tara, God bless you

[@KDRSweetTreats]

Do you have any videos for a home made shaving cream ?

[@sarahortiz5236]

Hey Tara! Thank you so much for the knowledge again! Pls keep continue doing so! You are good at it! I have one dilemma what if my AOS40 is in powder form? I will try to dissolve it just like SCI right? Thank you!

[@sandygovic1585]

Tara I love this throw explanation, I'm making some tonight 😁😁❤❤

[@sharmanemann7699]

I love your channel. It’s so informative and helpful

[@lafemmeyonihaven3458]

Absolutely educational. Thank you Tara Lee . I appreciate you

[@marcopolo2159]

Can you suggest which Body Wash is suitable for normal skin!

[@taylorp8555]

If I wanted to add charcoal or pumice to this formula to make it a eucalyptus body exfoliator would I use this and formula and ingredients or do you think your tea tree charcoal video is more suitable?

[@krista9455]

Loveeee the video!! Can you do a video on yoni wash? Like this either a creamy or gel type instead of the foaming wash?

[@belli3804]

Beautiful Pls upload coffee shower gel recipe Tq

[@kelvishanorton2345]

Hi! I wanted to know how do I incorporate the desired smell I want with the shower gels ?

[@ChemistryJunction]

Mam u r doing excellent job But as per ur formulation, xanthum gum accumulated up. Pls suggest solution

[@ladymitch32sunshine88]

Your smart, thanks for sharing your ideas.

[@quartneshasimmons]

Love your videos the real MVP so much informational 🥰

[@TaraLeee]

thank you so much 😊

[@aboodizara4639]

The best explanation ever.. thank you so so much 😍 I am just wondering what is the difference between these body wash recipes and natural hair shampoo recipes? I mean can I wash my hair with the last body wash you made ??? Would it be good and moisturiser for dry hair?? Thank you so much again 💓

[@maryajoy4946]

Thank you for this video. It's awesome the way you explain everything. I've learned a lot from you.

[@the_bodycare]

Hello Tara, nice video as always ☺️ Please can I thicken a body wash with hydroxyethylcellulose??

[@mirallifestyle7890]

Finally 😍I love u et j'adore ce que tu fait tu m'inspire bonne continuation et merci d'etre aussi perfectionist😚

[@TaraLeee]

Thank you so much! 🥰

[@TheRealHarlemRose]

First let me say, your videos are so informative and inspiring. Thank you for your being so selfless and transparent. 🌹♥️ I’m researching but can’t find. I have questions. I’m making oil for skin and beards Initially I started with organic products it was going to be labeled as organic but now I’m incorporating other oils that are natural. Any advice on how should the label can be read. Can it have as ingredients “Organic and natural” or would it be considered “natural oils” now on the label? How should it be worded.

[@TaraLeee]

Thank you so much! I’m so glad you enjoy my content 😊 Normally when brands use organic and non organic, in their ingredient list on the back they put a * next to each ingredient that is organic. Then under the ingredient list say “ingredients with * next to the name are organic”

[@TheRealHarlemRose]

@@TaraLeee Okk thank you so much for your help ♥️ I had another concern. I’m making a oil for the beard. I’ve also researched all the oils that I am using. I have about 11 oils and none of them clog pores and they’re all beneficial to the skin and the hair. Also is there a thickener that can thicken the oils to keep moisture and shine that would not affect the mixture? And Do you think is a good idea to mix all those oils for ONE product?

[@heavenlyscentzsoycandlesth2850]

I know this is old but what would you suggest to use to add color being micas settle?

[@harmanayurveda]

very helpful video, thanks for sharing

[@TaraLeee]

thank you so much for watching 😊

[@evelynliner8069]

Thank you Tara, very informative video. Can you use slsa also as a surfactant ?

[@TaraLeee]

Yup, but make sure you lower the ph when using it

[@DoseOfBaani]

Have you tried a body wash with cocamidopropyl betaine and slsa? Instead of SCI? I'm wondering if it would make a creamy mixture.

[@muhammadirfan7840]

Hi mam thanks for such a good formula, Now kind6 request to make a vedio about snowfall spray formula, please

[@TaraLeee]

thank you so much. glad you enjoyed 😊 What is a snowfall spray?

[@beautygirl3515]

This came right on time! I am literally in thr process of learning to make body washes

[@yanbur87]

These body washes are beautiful Tara! Thank you for sharing!

[@samantha07777]

Hey Tara how do you know if you properly preserved your product? How can you check?

[@kelwrg]

You always do such amazing videos and I love how you explain it. This video is something I have been wanting to try. Thank you !!

[@TaraLeee]

thank you so much 😊 I'm glad you enjoyed

[@MommininMillstown]

Hey there! I’m a huge fan of your channel! I’m somewhat new to formulating and have been dying to get a creamy body wash with oils that won’t separate on me. So I tried your recipe with the oils and it still wants to separate it’s been cool for about 8 hours and I keep having to go stir it:/The only thing I changed was the preservative, and the oils used. I used Geogard Ultra at 1% and decreased the water to 53%. The oils were 5% MCT oil and 2% Sunflower oil. It’s still pretty liquidy too. What do you think could have happened? Could I add a xanthan gum slurry and mix well to thicken it up and maybe keep everything from separating? Thanks so much for all your amazing videos!!

[@jolenecarley3154]

Love your channel! Have you ever put in silver mica powder in the white creamy one? That would look so pretty! Thanks for the videos!! xoxox

[@sassydiva8116]

Can you substitute decyl glucoside instead for the coca betaine for the same results???

[@TaraLeee]

You won’t get the same results, but you can use it.

[@chakavaught2765]

Tara can you use optiphen for the preservative in any of these formulas?

[@holistic-hustler]

This video was so informative! A few quick questions: Could you add an ingredient turmeric powder or will that settle as well? And how do you know if it will work with the formulation? Also can you explain the difference between Crothix and Emulthix? Thanks for all your help and inspiration :)

[@uzomaelakhe6243]

A wonderful video. Thank you so much

[@demetris8465]

how much fragrance do you recommend adding to the natural body wash with oil and xantham gum?

[@TaraLeee]

1% but always check with your fragrance supplier for the suggested usage rate

[@demetris8465]

@@TaraLeee should I decrease the amount of water in this product by 1%?

[@sarahpaxton3793]

Can you add in Crothix and Polysorbate 80 into the creamy body wash with oil to prevent separation and thicken?

[@Allesia1]

Hey Tara do u have to pair cocomidproply betaine with another surfactant are can it be used on its own

[@Truemotivation89407]

Love your videos but can you tell me the replacement of poly suga mule as it’s not available In my country

[@sarahsituma53]

I just love❤❤❤ the color absolutely beautiful

[@shaundrell6370]

Will the natural body wash formula be considered "plant-derived body wash ? And can I use / if it is safe to use Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside instead coco betaine in the "natural body wash formula " that's only surfactant I have on hand?

[@jaleesabullock5553]

Could you add milk powder to the aos 40 recipe? Would you have to adjust anything?

[@maggieb3191]

Questions! Can we use polysorb 80 with creamy formulations or is that not strong enough?

[@Wendy7496]

For the last formula do you have to use ritamuls scg or can you use any emulsifying wax? Like btms ?

[@donyeraymond8853]

Can I used room temperature water or boiled water instead of distilled water. It is very expensive in my country

[@avuyashibambu5170]

Great video as always! I am new to formulating so I use a lot of your videos as inspiration. I just struggle with measuring the ingredients that require a small percentage life fragrance and preservatives. I dont know if I need a more sensitive scale but this one does not pick up stuff under 1 gram for instance. Any advice?