12 Myths & Misconceptions About Preservatives

[@HopePetunias]

Thank you Marie! This is very important right now - there's a lot of misinformation fueled by fear of "chemicals" (as though chemicals don't exist in nature).

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thanks for watching! And I totally agree-"chemical" isn't a scary word!

[@sarahdw93]

UH chemicals and toxins. "I don't like putting chemicals in my hair" "your body is full of toxins" I'm pretty sure that water is a chemical, and if my body was full of toxins... I WOULD BE DEAD.

[@sarahdw93]

It's the same as "natural". You know what's natural? Arsenic. So are mosquitoes (and the diseases they carry), and bacteria (the good and the bad kind), and poisonous mushrooms...

[@HopePetunias]

sarahdw93 It's crazy the kind of nonsense folks are spewing. When you stop and think about it, it's completely senseless...

[@shellos8]

Great video. I make all kinds of skin care products too and ALWAYS use a broad spectrum preservative in water based products or products such as sugar scrubs that are used in the shower. My favorite preservative is Liquid Germall Plus. It's so easy to use and you only need to use a small amount ( .5% )to be effective. The amount of bad/dangerous information being spread by people online, is horrifying. You are a breath of fresh air in a world where so many people are denying FACTS. Good job. :)

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thanks, Michelle! I'm definitely with you on the LGP; it's practically foolproof, which is great for a fool like me ;) I do hope most of the bad info is just ignorance rather than malice, but wilful ignorance and malice can be easily confused for one another :/

[@mayyjayy8984]

Michelle Abbott how can I convert 5% of Liquid Germall Plus into ml? Also how would I know how much to put in 8oz of an oil mix that I make? Thank you for helping

[@thedrunkengardenernb]

@@mayyjayy8984 easiest to calculater oz to g, then multiply g amount by .08 ..

[@thomasknouff7544]

So true

[@r-32siskafitriana92]

Can you tell me about how long (expired) the product will stay long with germall plus?

[@snowwhitebeautyful]

I really hate it how some people refuse to use preservatives, as if they were sth. bad. They're absolutely necessary and inevitable.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Preach!

[@deemcintyre3518]

Gonna check out your blog and site. So glad I ran across your videos. They are educational and comprehensive. I was so excited about DIY's items, I'm in the middle of buying butters, oils and essential oils and fragrances. Then I see one of your videos and I'm like dead stop. Although the products will be just for me, I refuse to go in blind. Thank you much. Huge fan here!!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Welcome! I'm so glad you're getting into DIY with a mind for safety-you'll be so glad you did :D Happy making!

[@josie9306]

Marie you're the best thank you so much for this video. Your good info is so so helpful and wonderful.

[@helenhabel1773]

So glad I found you and especially this video. I had no idea.

[@kathysuleski5835]

Hello Marie! In making a magnesium cream with 50% distilled water and 50% magnesium chloride, is a preservative still necessary?Other ingredients include butters e wax and oils.Thanks!

[@jeaniejean8200]

I'm pretty sure she said if it includes water, yes.😉

[@DawnEdwards6267]

Also, grape seed extract is NOT a preservative!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

SO true, oh my goodness. Its been proven over and over that the "preservative" powers it has are from the preservatives that preserve it, and ironically those are often things like parabens that people are trying to avoid by using GSE :P

[@user-vv9bl7fr8k]

Grapefruit seed extract is sometimes used instead

[@emilyprestigiacomo9606]

Humblebee & Me can you point me to the studies that have proven grapefruit seed extract is an ineffective preservative?

[@moniquehenderson156]

@@emilyprestigiacomo9606 This link at 14.00 minutes talks about this. Kenna is a biochemist. She knows. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIW9YmiOnpqEl7s

[@emilyprestigiacomo9606]

Monique Henderson I watched this video and I heard what she said, yes she is a biochemist but she makes no references to any studies conducted to back up what she’s saying.

[@BiancaAnne]

I read your blog about preservatives but didn’t see anything about leucidal sf max and AMTicide Coconut for more natural preservatives (I know their shelf life is way shorter than the more synthetic preservatives and it’s more for personal use than to sell the products). Have you had any experience in using these? Any recommendations or comments about it?

[@BamboozledUS]

Thank you. So far I've experimented with really small amounts that I can use up within a few days, knowing that I need to learn about preservatives before I really get in to this. I really wish I could avoid it, but you have confirmed it; gotta learn about preservatives!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Yup! There is a TON to learn, too-I'm still learning more all the time. There's some good info in my FAQ (www.humblebeeandme.com/faq/) :)

[@stephaniedunnill1848]

What are your thoughts on new Leucidal SF Max?

[@nkechiviolet2066]

Leucidal SF complete is cool

[@pink70makeup]

I just ordered your book and I can't wait to put my hands on it! If coconut oil is already a natural preservative, should I still go ahead and add extra preservatives if I'm making, let's say, pressed eyeshadows?

[@deborahhemsworth414]

Hi Marie, I would like to make a batch of salt/sugar body scrubs using a combination of oils. As the scrub is most likely going to get water into it would adding a Broad-Spectrum like Phenoxyethanol EHG work as a good preservative. Thanks. xx

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Maybe? I haven't worked with that one in particular. I've included some links so you can learn more: humblebeeandme.com/preservatives www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/how-do-i-know-my-preservative-is-working/

[@kalavathysriraman4116]

I am a beginner with my skincare & haircare products. I follow most of your posts. Your information are truly an eye openers. Thanks for all information you are sharing. Have great day. 😁

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Welcome & thanks for watching! Don't forget to check out my blog (humblebeeandme.com)-I've been blogging for over 8 years while I’ve only been on KZbin for about 3.5, so there is TONS more content on the blog!

[@minithomas137]

Thanks TONS. You are such a great help for beginners like me. God bless you.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You're very welcome! Thanks for watching :)

[@wookori]

I've been making DIY cleaning products. I use a lot of water plus things like dish soap, vinegar, essential oils, isopropyl alcohol and hydrogen peroxide. I put them in opaque glass spray bottles. I assume with most of these I should be using a preservative if I don't use it up within a couple days - and especially if using on countertops? I also read that anything with hydrogen peroxide should be used very quickly because it becomes unstable. Also wondering if the alcohol serves any function as a preservative at all?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

At 20% or greater alcohol will preserve a formula, but other things should include a preservative. I'm not sure about that hydrogen peroxide info, it's not an ingredient I do a ton of work with.

[@MJBpeace]

of course H2O2 is unstable. It is basic chemistry: H2O2-> H2O (water) + 'O' (alias Oxigen, which is the part that oxidases stuff=reacts with things so may kill stuff, or make hair/clothes ligher in color). Yes, alcohol is antiseptic=disinfects things. Could also be a solvent in a product. I'm a pharmacist so I make a tons of cremes and things. And alcohol is used like that. There is no point in avoiding products with alcohol. Obviously in high concentration it is drying, and possible not good in a wannabe hydratating product. But it is there for a reason. Also very easily evaporates so I don't see all the big work up about it.

[@rebeccafionacornel6558]

Good tips Marie......I have heard about the vitamin E being used as a preservative before too and the same tip you mentioned about this was mentioned by Soap Queen T.V as well.......so yup that totally isn't a big surprise that you and other soap makers give tips, because only real experienced soap makers or professionals will know the tips so it is good to trust them........because they obviously have learnt from trial and errors.......I loved this video.....

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thanks so much, Rebecca! I've found sellers at markets who think vitamin E is a preservative (and have been very rude when I tried to inform them otherwise), so this message cannot be repeated enough it seems!

[@lungoweliuma509]

Is euxyl k712 a good preservative for lotions or emulsifying body scrubs or even emulsifying face clay masks??

[@josephine881000]

Hey I like your channel. If you make a body butter only with oils (Coconut oil, Shea butter, Almond oil, oil based essential oil like lavender) WITHOUT water - do you need a preservative? Thank you for your help.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Nope; no water, no preservative! I've got lots of FAQs on this, like this one: www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/what-preservative-should-i-use-how-much-of-it-should-i-add/ :)

[@josephine881000]

Thank you! Really enjoy your channel. Do more what you are doing - you will be more successful!

[@motherpearls1893]

Thank you! I love your manner of speaking. Keep up the good work.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thanks for watching!

[@nathaliealbanez1533]

Thank you so much for all of your informations! Im just starting to do some diy for fun and didn't know the importance of preservative. Your blog is AMAZING! 😍

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Happy to help! Happy making :D

[@SapphyBardot]

LOL at 10:06 "bacterial orgy..". This was very helpful and easy to follow. Thanks!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thanks for watching! :D

[@EspadasYCopas]

what are you thoughts about geogard ultra? i use it and i like a lot,it requires a buffer though. inci D-Glucono-1,5 Lactone ,Sodium Benzoate ,Calcium Gluconate. and what about the combo sorbate-benzoate? i just need my cosmetics last 3-4 months max.

[@brushonnalaw]

Ummmm, excuse me ... but I actually really believe you. The other day, I got it in my head that I wanted to make my own soap. That just spiraled out of control and the first video I came across of your’s was about how to make lotion. Yo, I enjoyed it so much. Like too much, just because I do ... I think people are cool. Days later, I realize that I may be onto something so I am still learning and today, I wanted to learn about preservatives ... 4 videos and 37 minutes later and POW, we meet again. Just wanted to thank you for being so informative and so freaking genuine, YO!!!! I freaking suck at KZbin and social media, but I know I am supposed to subscribe ... wait ... I don’t even think you asked for a subscription!!! (I did it anyway) Sheesh you’re cool. No because that was supposed to come at the beginning ... that’s the formula for KZbin, the ask for the sub, like, AND for us to ring a bell ... you rebel!!!! You’re like a rebel and not a rebel at the same tim ... nvm ... you get the picture (I don’t even write comments!) ... you’re cool and I am thankful for the information you shared!!!! Thanks again, Sis!!!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thank you so much! I'm so thrilled to hear you're having fun making things and have learned some helpful things from my channel :) Don't forget to check out my blog (humblebeeandme.com)-I've been blogging for over 8.5 years while I’ve only been on KZbin for about 4, so there is TONS more content on the blog! The FAQ (www.humblebeeandme.com/faq/) & Humblebee & Me DIY Encyclopedia (www.humblebeeandme.com/diy-encyclopedia/) are especially helpful 😄 Happy making!

[@BriseisMusic]

This takes me back to my Pinterest boards. I also thought vitamin E was a preservative and even thought mixing zinc into my lotion would make a sunscreen!

[@KaushalyaPerera-df6iq]

Hi pls let me know can I use benzoyl alcohol as a preservative when i make glutathione and kojic acid creams .thank you

[@sarahinthesun12]

I'm so glad I ran into this video and your KZbin Channel. I am very new to the DIY world but wanted to jump in and had no idea about preservatives! I will be purchasing your book today! I do have a question though, I notice you've said you like Liquid Germall Plus as a preservative but I've seen some great reviews about Optiphen Plus (since it's paraben and formaldehyde free). I'd like to know your opinion on it and why you choose Liquid Germall Plus. Thanks so much for taking time to do these videos!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Welcome! I use LGP because it's effective against gram positive and gram negative bacteria as well as mould, and it has a very wide effective pH range (3-8, but some chemists state up to 10). Optiphen Plus is less effective against mould and can destabilize emulsions. You can learn more here: www.makingskincare.com/preservatives/.

[@sarahlou5777]

Wow this is a really helfull video thank you! Can I ask when making cucumber toner with acv or rose water will any Preservative stop the cucumber liquid going bad? I was wondering the same about things like rice water, honey face wash and other food like skin care products. I want to make them for myself but would be great not to have to do it every few days :) please help 😊

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

It's hard to say; those things are more prone to spoilage, to be sure, but there are so many variables it's impossible to say if it is technically possible or not. I, personally, would not recommend it, especially in a home setting.

[@kindnessadio9551]

Can I use vitamin E as a preservative for Pro mixing cream?,pls reply

[@reecew_23]

Hello love your videos thank you! Wondering if you've come across a preservative that doesn't have a smell? I'm finding that Optiphen plus and preservative ECO have this rubber glove kind of smell :( I'm making sugar scrubs and without fail they stink when I use preservatives :( Whats the least amount of preservative I can use? The product label says .75-1.5% but wondering your thoughts on this? Thank you!

[@lindatrucha]

Thanx for the links I hope you will continue posting videos like that!! I find you are so reliable compare to some people with diy's

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thanks! I definitely will :) And don't forget to check out my blog (humblebeeandme.com/)-I've been blogging for over 5 years while I haven't even been on KZbin for one, so there is TONS more content on the blog!

[@Shyts_n_Giggles]

Which preservative/s would you recommend when using HA in a body butter, scrub, lotion, etc.? And one more question.. when working with magnesium oil in liquid form, do we treat it as a water or an oil? That one has me baffled lol. TIA! Your videos are extreeeeemely helpful!!!

[@napermom99]

Are there any recommended product testing strips that can be used for screening for bacteria, mold and fungi?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Lotion Crafter sells some kits that you can use to get a general idea of what is going on in your products :)

[@nanaadusah8320]

Thank you so much for your information.... You are a sharer and I like a lot about you... Keep doing what you love and much love to you too 😘

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thank you so much!

[@LullabyeLaura]

9:20 is so right! I had food poisoning for the first time a few months ago and the food was delicious and from a place that had never made me sick before.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Agh, so sorry to hear about the food poisoning!

[@crimsonspice72]

WOW!!!! I'm beyond excited about finding your channel😄

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

YAY! Don't forget to check out my blog (humblebeeandme.com)-I've been blogging for over 7.5 years while I’ve only been on KZbin for about 3, so there is TONS more content on the blog!

[@hannahn.342]

Hi! I just found your video and I know the "no water- no preservative"-rule but I always use my moisturizer on my wet face (with wet fingers) and I would like to use a preservative in my completely oil-based moisturizer because I am a very panicky person and don't want nasties to grow in it. How do I do this and which ones do you recommend?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Phenonip would likely be a good choice; you can learn more here: www.makingskincare.com/preservatives/. You could also scoop out the moisturizer with a popsicle stick so you don't risk adding any water to it :)

[@eva-janemiddleton434]

Yaaayyyy. I love your videos. I wish I had found your videos earlier. So far ive only made for myself but was getting ready to make soaps and maybe a base for shampoo and lotions. Can you tell me if we need preservatives for soaps if they are melt and pour. I take it is already protected but I'm unsure. Basically I'm a newby. I make candles and wax melts with confidence but need to get more info before I go to making gifts etc. Thank you

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey! You really should ask your supplier about the need for a preservative in the specific M&P base you are using. Some are true soaps, which are self-preserving due to their high pH, but some are syndet bars or blended syndet bars, and for those it's harder to say, and if the pH remains high but not high enough to self-preserve, preservative selection can be tricky. Your supplier should know these things.

[@Dailylivingwithnaya]

Awesome video, very educational. Am making body butter, sugar scrub and black soap for sale, although they don’t contain water,Am considering adding preservatives to avoid contamination Since they will be used in the shower especially the black soap gel and sugar scrub. What do you think?

[@DrZeko]

Hi! Thank you for your great videos! What is your opinion on the Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate as a preservative agent for the water solution of hyaluronic acid? The alternative is Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate mixed with Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract. It that enough to make safe DYI cosmetics?

[@makeupbybhavikathawani5804]

fantabulous video love it😍 i make homemade soaps and serums So I want to ask if adding phenoxy ethanol only 1% and 2% to my products will it work as a preservative because phenoxy ethanol is a preservatives for cosmetics so please help or will you prefer me adding methyl paraben ? please do reply

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Please read up on your options here: makingskincare.com/preservatives/.

[@Rosyscription]

This was wonderful! And this is exactly why I've been hesitant to dive head first into diy skincare. I've been doing a lot of reading and love your site and videos. Bookmarking this (and your reading list) for later... and to share with doubters in the future.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thank you so much! Hopefully it helps you feel a bit more confident, knowing you'll be able to avoid some of the common pitfalls :) Happy making!

[@maisalreemchannel751]

Great video! What about hydrosol how could l increase shelf life of a homemade hydrosol naturally? Thanks in advance 🌸

[@Heriicka]

Just another questiona Marie. I've read it a book that it would be possible to extend a preservative "life", for instance of Cosgard that is of 3months by adding citric acid. Do u know that to be true? And if so, to what extent or with how much % of the acid..? Many thanks

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I think that would be a great big quagmire of "it depends", unfortunately.

[@mjjuana]

Very informative and well explained. Thank you. I use only hard butters ( shea, cocoa, mango etc), oils (almond, jojoba,castor etc), and essential oils to make body butter creams... no water...in a spotless clean area. Do I still need any kind of preservatives? If not how long will these last? Does it help to put them in the freezer? Thank you in advance ..pat

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

No water, no preservative! For info on shelf life, read this: www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/long-will-______-last-shelf-life/ :)

[@michaelacheong]

i want to get into making diy skincare and i was initially seeing all these recipes and thinking, "great, but how long do these products last?". i've been trying to find anyone who uses preservatives regularly in their recipes because almost every popular website was full of "hey, let's make 500mL of toner at one time with just two ingredients - apple cider vinegar and witch hazel!" and i couldn't find info about how or why preservatives need to be used. then i found your channel and website so thanks for existing :)

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Yeah, there is a definite lack of information about shelf stability out there-glad I could help, and good on you for asking the right questions :) Happy making!

[@sarahlou5777]

So how would you preserve acv and which Hazel. I am confused?

[@AndyMagoulick]

The videos are extremely informative. You are very knowledgeable.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Glad you like them! Don't forget to check out my blog (humblebeeandme.com) as well-I've been blogging since 2011 while I’ve only been on KZbin since about 2016, so there are a lot more formulations on the blog. The blog is also where my totally free ingredient encyclopedia and FAQ live, and they're both packed with tons of super-helpful information ❤️ Happy making!

[@oldweatheredbarnsoapco.1661]

Please share what you know about Lactobacillus Ferment as a preservative

[@sunflower-ic6hc]

So when using a preservative, what is the approximate shelf life, of say a lotion or shampoo, made with oil & water? Thank you so much for explaining this. I'm just starting out and was nervous about using them, but you have changed my way of thinking. Thanks for keeping me & my family safe?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey! You'll find the answer to your question in my FAQ on my website at humblebeeandme.com/faq/ 😊Happy making!

[@DStew-io6jx]

When using a hydrosol like basil or witch hazel, do you need to add a preservative?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Yes. Please read through the preservatives section of the FAQ (www.humblebeeandme.com/faq/)!

[@brandimills585]

Every time I ask somewhere, I'm told you dont need a preservative for an anhydrous body butter, but I know many people do apply these right out of the shower and I cant guarantee that their hands will be dry (as many people prefer to do it while their skin is still damp). I also saw a video that said when shipping in the heat, the jar can sweat, which can introduce a little water. Rather than put a label warning against moisture, I wanted to just include a preservative. I'm having such a hard time figuring out which one to use though. My body butter will be 44% butters (mango, shea, cocoa); 45% oils (grapeseed, jojoba, coconut & a squeeze of vitamin E); 8% arrowroot powder & 3% fragrance. I'm all confused by the PH levels & stuff. Can I use Optiphen Plus? or Germall Plus? I want to make sure we don't get any mold or fungus.

[@bluebinstein]

I have the same question about using preservatives in this kind of body butter too. Did you ever find the answer?

[@sadiaabdullahi9644]

@humblebeeandme…are you able to answer this question. I’m a new maker and by product was an anhydrous whipped lotion butter

[@brandimills585]

​@@bluebinsteinno - but I just used some Optiphen Plus

[@watergirl0077]

Thank you so much for this important information. I’ve been starting to make soap😁 and am so excited to try making other ‘concoctions’ as well. Speaking of soap, I’ve gathered that, considering soap’s pH is higher, there is no need for preservatives regardless of the ingredients added. Is this true? Just double checking, you seem very intelligent and knowledgeable☺️👍🏻. Thanks for all the awesome vids!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Yup! High pH + low water content = self preserving, even in the face of some (usually) very large preservation challenges! Happy soaping ❤️

[@mackenzierodgers9830]

Great video ! Ive just started making my own products (lotions, face products, and household cleansers). I want to use a preservative but im getting confused on which ones to use... Ive been seeing Vitamin E for things that dont have water or some into contact with water (i.e. Lip Balm). As far as the preservative for face creams, body scrubs, household cleansers with water, I dont know which paraben-free preservative to use OR how much!? is there an equation to figure out how much? and what parben-free preservative would you recommend? Also, if I were to boil the water and then use it, would that solve the problem? or would i still need a preservative.. Thanks for any information!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I'd recommend Liquid Germall Plus; it's pretty darn foolproof! I've got more info and links to a calculator here: www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/what-preservative-should-i-use-how-much-of-it-should-i-add/. And no, boiling water doesn't negate the need for a preservative in cosmetics any more than boiling water would give a soup an indefinite shelf life :)

[@mackenzierodgers9830]

Humblebee & Me thank you for the recommendation ! Can this preservative be used in scrubs and oil based butters ?

[@josie9306]

@@mackenzierodgers9830 from everything I've read vitamin e is an antioxidant and it can't take the place of a preservative if you're making something that includes water as an ingredient and you want it to stay good longer than a few weeks.

[@DrMohaAli1]

Thank you very much. i have learn many things from your blog and youtube videos. For example when it comes to preservatives, i always confused. but right now I understood why just one products has different preservatives instead just ONE preservative only? . this is because different preservatives have different action/purpose r like prevent bacteria, some others prevent mold/fungus or rancidity. Therefore it is necessary to use different preservatives .

[@emiliagarcez5474]

Hey, Marie! So I just got your book from Amazon (really cool and exciting!) and I took some notes in the section about preservatives so here I am. I've read that Germall Plus is 60% of propylene glycol, which I found out it's a component we should avoid in cosmetics and skin and hair products. So I started searching about the other preservatives and I found that Phenonip, Germaben and Geogard ECT are NOT paraben-free. I felt a little disapointed cause I got into diy cosmetics in order to run away from these kind of substance. But then, I've read that Optiphen Plus is paraben- and formaldehyd-free! I have to confess that I have no idea how this one works in the recipe, just that we should use a concentration of 0,75-1,5%. Have you ever used this one in your concoctions? If you have any comments about my searching I'll be glad to hear them!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey! So, it sounds like you have found some pretty... fear-mongery resources (likely the EWG?). I've found Cosmetics Info to be a much better database style resource. Here's their entry on propylene glycol: www.cosmeticsinfo.org/ingredient/propylene-glycol. "It is also interesting to note that in the human body, propylene glycol is metabolized into lactic acid, which occurs naturally when muscles are exercised." At 0.5% usage rate, that 0.3% of your product would be propylene glycol, which is approved "at concentrations as high as 98% in topical drugs and 92% in oral solutions". Parabens are also nowhere near as awful and terrifying as many sources would have you believe. Colin (a professional cosmetic chemist in the UK) has an excellent and well-balanced series on them on his blog: colinsbeautypages.co.uk/the-truth-about-parabens-vii-conclusion-more-work-needs-to-be-done-to-prove-that-parabens-are-indeed-safe/ (refer to the comments as well, there's good discussion there). You are certainly welcome to avoid them if you wish, but I'd encourage you to do more reading into them. I've not worked with Optiphen Plus. You can learn more here (www.makingskincare.com/preservatives/), but do generally be aware that you must test and adjust the pH of everything you make if you wish to use it as it has a much narrower effective pH range than liquid germall plus, as well as having more ingredient conflicts. Good luck and happy making!

[@emiliagarcez5474]

Thanks, Marie! Actually I've seen these infos about propylene glycol all over the internet, both in english and portuguese (I'm brazilian!), and since in Brazil this kind of diy beauty products are pretty recent and the only recipes available on internet were food makeup and skin care products or nice-quality-diy-makeup-from-courses-I-can't-afford, I was a bit concerned about this subject. Thank you for all the information given and for your patience!

[@Queenread82]

Thank you for the common sense. I definitely face palmed, “Oh Duh! Of course stuff spoils! Why didn’t I think of that?”

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

No worries-thanks for watching! :)

[@blueghost4121]

What's the difference between fragrance oil and essential oil? I have been reading labels more often and have read this.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I'm going to do a big ol' video on this... thinking Friday. Anywho, the quick gist of it is that essential oils are sourced directly from plant matter (squeezed, distilled, etc.) while fragrance oils are synthesized from natural and synthetic ingredients. Both, however, can be labelled as "fragrance". Stay tuned for the video! Imma talk a lot haha.

[@gnomebeard407]

Roland Jacobs so glad you will be making a video about This! trying to mimic a favorite beard balm and almost impossible because ingredients say "fragrance". do u know any reputable synthetic fragrance oil companies?

[@jordanchang1]

hi, thanks for this video. I have a question with the usage of preservative. I made liquid soap using olive+coconut oil, thickened with salt until it has syrup-like texture. I forgot to add preservative, and up to 1 month (now as I wrote this) the soap is still fine. Did salt do the trick here, or plant-oil-based liquid soap generally has months of shelf life?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey! You'll find the answer to your question in my FAQ on my website at humblebeeandme.com/faq/ 😊Happy making!

[@carrera216gt]

love this, my very new to the DIY world. Thanks alot for the great tips and videos. quick question, from where can i buy liquid germall plus preservative in the US?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

www.humblebeeandme.com/resources/ :)

[@ricsperience3246]

Hi Marie! I have this Aloe Vera Gel that I mix with a blend of three oils and since there is carbomer it turns into a really nice lotion. But since I'm adding oil to it, I'm diluting the solution for the two preservatives in the Aloe Vera Gel. Correct? I was thinking since I'm adding more oil it should be fine, but I'd rather not be ignorant about it. I make enough to last a week or two and was considering making enough to last much longer. I wanna be safe about this, should I purchase some of the preservatives as well and add them? Love your show, Thanks for your time!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey! It is is never recommended that you DIY using store bought complete products as ingredients (www.reddit.com/r/DIYBeauty/comments/6a2w49/beginner_guidelines_to_skincare/). Yes, you are diluting the preservative, but you are also adding ingredients that the preservative system may not be designed to handle at all-aloe vera gel is a different beast than aloe vera gel + oil. I would recommend doing this DIY from scratch, using cosmetic ingredients, so you can be sure you're creating something safe and stable.

[@ilariarossi2401]

Hi Marie, your video just probably saved me from so many future mistakes!..I just decided to start making face and body creams for me, my family & friends, and the last thing I want is making them sick! so thank you very much! I'd like to ask you a couple of questions if you don't mind helping me..If I'm not wrong I understood that no water =no need for preservative, right? If I make a cream using shea butter, coconut oil, pomegranate oil, olive oil (or other seed oil like sesame oil etc) and essential oils, would it work without preservatives? how such a lotion would last in your opinion? also, can it be stored out of the fridge? ...one more thing ...I would like to buy some pure aloe vera gel; if I'm going to use it to make a cream with other oils what is the kind of preservative (and the quantity per gram of cream) you suggest I should put ? (also..will the preservatives not be already in the aloe vera gel ?) and can I just put some alcohol in it? Thank you very much for your tips!!!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I've got some FAQs for you :) www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/aloe-vera-juice-aloe-vera-gel-thing/ www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/long-will-______-last-shelf-life/ www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/need-add-preservative-recipe-long-will-last/ www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/what-preservative-should-i-use-how-much-of-it-should-i-add/ www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/common-myths-misconceptions-preservatives/

[@ilariarossi2401]

Thank you very much!

[@CC-cl8iq]

Greetings all the way from South Africa, love your site and making my own lotions. Do you have any suggestions for more natural preservatives as the ones you mention I can not find in my country or I have to ship in making it 10x as expensive due to exchange rate .

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

You can find a list of many preservatives & their traits here: humblebeeandme.com/preservatives/. I'm afraid the complexities of global availability make it impossible to guarantee the things I have access to in Canada are available to you :(

[@rachaelshaabani7137]

Hey, I have a few questions. I see you listed optiphen as a broad spectrum preservative so after reading about it and all the other preservatives you mentioned I felt it was a good choice so I bought it but now I'm confused. Alot of websites say it protects from gram positive, gram negative, yeast and mold but in that review of 27 preservatives she says it only guards against mold somewhat. 😔 What do you think? Do you recommend it? I'm super bummed because it's the third preservative I've ordered that it seems actually isn't so great (leucidal sf, leucidal complete and optiphen). I'm planning to sell products and really want to get things right. Another question I have is you said clay is hard to preserve but don't you have a multi use clay cleaner recipe with preservative? Finally, where can I find out how long my products should last so I can put an expiration? I'm not really seeing that anywhere. Thanks!

[@rachaelshaabani7137]

I hope I don't come across the wrong way regarding the clay. Just trying to fully understand since I'd love to perhaps sell a clay face wash...

[@rachaelshaabani7137]

*cleanser

[@rachaelshaabani7137]

Oh, and I wanted to add that I'm so about things in their natural state and have even tried washing my hair with baking soda, clay, rye flour etc lol... I was also using body butter instead of lotion for my son's eczema (store bought lotions have not worked well except Shea moisture) but discovered homemade lotion works way better (or Shea moisture) so those experiences and your videos are really winning me over! Alot of natural products just aren't as effective on their own as I'd like so I'm really opening my mind to all this and it's been very fun so far! All that to say thanks... I'm obsessed with your videos!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Honestly, the best way to know (especially if you're going to be selling things) is to have your products professionally challenge tested; that's the only way to know if your preservative system stands up. I have heard from many people that they've had good success with Optiphen Plus, but I also trust the information in Jane's review. Definitely don't take everything on my website (especially if it's pre 2016) as being a beacon of safety and good formulation-I'm always learning and there are definitely some things from the early days that are less than ideal. Also, NOTHING I publish is tested for sale! Sorry this isn't more conclusive or more helpful!

[@poiipoii1311]

The 2 links don't work. Would you recommend Germaben II for body scrubs and body butters? Also does it work when you add it to cold products?

[@domenicdapice7218]

Hi Marie , I've been watching your videos lately and must say i find them quite interesting and very informative. I am kind of new to DIY cosmetics since I have decided to stop purchasing lotions creams and soap from pharmacies. So started off making my own serums. I have Leucidal liquid which i ordered from Saffire Blue Ontario. After watching this video i have looked up on one of your pages to calculate percentage . I am giving you an example here and let me know if I am correct. Leucidal liquid 2% . My product will be 50 milliters that would be 50 x 2 = 100 . 100 ÷100 = 1. 1milliliter is the equivalent of 20 drops. Is this correct ?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey Domenic! You math is correct, but you MUST do this by weight, not millilitres, and that includes measuring the final preservative-no drops! You will need a scale :)

[@armaansalim]

Can I use phenoxyethanol as my preservative in my skincare, makeup and hair care products , love from india

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

For some things, yes, but definitely not everything. humblebeeandme.com/preservatives/ for more info!

[@anjalimulchandani9166]

Hi ! I want to start of by saying that I am glad that I watched this video. Thank you so much for this video and sharing all the amazing and super informative links. I just have a question to ask. I just made a body scrub which contains Rose petals,oats,coconut oil,sugar and a little bit of honey. Does that need a preservative too? Please do reply. :) Thanks

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey! Personally, what I would do with that scrub would be drop the honey (or use dried honey instead), and ensure it never got wet by scooping out a set amount to use in the tub and tossing any leftovers (that way you aren't dipping wet hands into the master batch), and then you wouldn't need a preservative. As written, I would recommend including one. Also, I'm assuming your rose petals are professionally and completely dried :)

[@kathkwilts]

Anjali Atlani Oats can and will absorb water from the air and then they become one of the most perishable items that I can think of... they will start to ferment and sour within hours...

[@happyGavy]

Very informative. If and when I begin to make my on lotions and serums,how would I measure or how would I know what is enough for that batch. Also, is there a test to check the pH of the lotion I make, if so where can I purchase it. If I do have a product, how would I truly know if it went bad?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey! Please check out the "Preservatives" section in the FAQ (www.humblebeeandme.com/faq/) to get your answers :)

[@happyGavy]

@@HumblebeeAndMe thank you

[@victoryfruin]

Hi Marie, thank you for your videos, they are so informative. I have a question tho, i want to make a diy avocado oil, does it need a preservative? I hope you reply, thank you ! Keep up the good work.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thanks for watching! Avocado oil isn't a thing you'll make yourself-it's a stand alone ingredient, like olive oil or canola oil. It does not need a preservative on its own as it does not contain any water :)

[@victoryfruin]

@@HumblebeeAndMe Okay thank you ❤

[@joycerodrigues1475]

Can we use geogard ECT for a anhydrous scrub.

[@sunflower-ic6hc]

Is witch Hazel ok to use as a preservative, for room sprays made with distilled water? I have also heard you can mix grain alcohol, like ever clear which is 95% alcohol. Sea salt? If not, what would you recommend as a preservative? Really interested in making scented room sprays:) Polysorbate 20 is a carcinogen so would prefer not to use that...

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Witch hazel is not a preservative, so no (neither is polysorbate 20). You can learn more about preservatives here: humblebeeandme.com/preservatives/. For a super simple room spray that doesn't require a preservative I would recommend using cyclomethicone as your base. For some non-fear-mongery info on cosmetic grade polysorbate 20 I'd recommend this website: www.cosmeticsinfo.org/ingredient/polysorbate-20.

[@PhanyPacker]

What about milk powders? or dehydrated fruit/veggie powders? Does that still fall into the category of going bad faster? Could you make it's container on the smaller side and label the shelf life as like 2 months or something? or is that still too long?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

If there's no water most of those things will be fine-as long as they stay dry. You'll find more information in my FAQ on my website at humblebeeandme.com/faq/ 😊Happy making!

[@mayyjayy8984]

Hello Marie, I have recently started making my own DIY Hair Oils and was looking into preservatives. From my understanding hair oils don’t need preservatives unless it will come in contact with water or wet hands. My question is, is that information true? If so, will I need to use a preservative for my hair oils since I apply the oil to my (wet hair) with wet hands? Also if I do need to add a preservative how much would you suggest adding to 8oz of hair oil? Thank you for your in depth information! It really answered a lot of my questions. You’ve gained a new subscriber 🤗🤗

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey Meagan! Have you checked out the "preservations" section in the FAQ (www.humblebeeandme.com/faq/)? I tihnk you'll find your answer there!

[@mayyjayy8984]

Humblebee & Me Thank You so much for your response. I read all of your information about preservatives and you have been a BIG help! You’re amazing!

[@TheJayCubitt]

Hello Marie, thanks for a great video. I am trying to make a shampoo for my beard, but having trouble determining a way to preserve it since it contains all natural ingredients. Any advice? Thanks:)

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

What kind of "all natural ingredients"? Mashed up bananas? Olive oil? Lasagna? Sand? It makes a difference, haha. In general, though, liquid germall plus is amazing, and if what you're making can't be protected by it, your formula needs changing.

[@sophiagreene5812]

Do you like the preservative Leucidal SF complete? I have seen it used before and was wondering how you feel about it.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I'm afraid I've never worked with it so I couldn't say :)

[@jenniferjohn5619]

Hey. Thank you so much for this video. I am working on creating a lipgloss product in which I will mix versagel (lip gloss base) and some oils. Do you think it is necessary to add a preservative? This is the ingredients in Versagel: Hydrogenated Polyisobutene (and) Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer (and) Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer. Thank you 😁

[@BeingNaturalMe]

Jennifer John I didn’t and it’s been since October

[@jenniferjohn5619]

Thacha Slim thank you!

[@isabrown6383]

Greetings Humblebee - Am new to DIY - homemade products - have started with cleaning products, which is great and am wanting to branch out and make face/body lotions and balms and would like to know what preservatives that you mostly use Thank You

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey! You'll find the answer to your question in my FAQ on my website at humblebeeandme.com/faq/ 😊Happy making!

[@isabrown6383]

Humblebee & Me Thank You 🌞🌝🌕

[@boboarmor6746]

Can I use vegetables glycerin as a perservative or is it count as a natural perservative? Will it help defend from building bacteria and mold?

[@spyryal]

Glycerin is no preservative, it's a humectant to keep things moist.

[@rosannalui4934]

Can you help me also if this one is ok in the level of cosmetics preservative I remember my teacher is selling trelin P85 for her students…but it’s a industrial preservative according to my research…so I want to tell her that but I wanna make sure if this really not ok for skin care preservative

[@emilymiddleton2374]

Do you need to use a preservative in a bug spray? It's mostly witch hazel with a small amount of water plus glycerine and two EOs. I was told I need to use poly 20 in it. It has a spray lid so it doesn't touch the body.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Yes, definitely. The Poly 20 will be your solubilizer to allow the EOs to mix with the water part, but you'll also need a preservative to stop gross stuff from growing :)

[@bunnywhite6513]

Thank you so much for this video! It makes me feel like there should be a kind of public health campaign to get all the well-meaning but misinformed DIY's sharing preservative free recipes taken down, most especially from a place like Pinterest where they spread like wildfire. And I haven't yet looked into it, but I've heard of no easy and affordable way to test for these microbes at home the way we can test for pH. I really hope I find an option. Question for you: I have found no recipe for an apple cider vinegar toner that includes a preservative. Dr. Axe even has a recipe that adds aloe and it still lacks a preservative. Am I missing something or are all these recipes from people who just don't know why they need it?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I agree! The fear of preservatives has somehow surpassed the fear of staph infections-likely because most everything we use is so well preserved that we don't know anyone who has ever suffered the ill effects of a poorly preserved product, so it starts to seem like it's not a worry. You can purchase home tests for microbes, but I haven't found any for sale in Canada-and in any event it is not as simple as a pH test. Those people just don't know they need it. Pure ACV wouldn't need a preservative as it's self preserving, but you really should not put pure ACV on your skin as it's far too acidic to be good for your acid mantle. Once it's diluted it needs a preservative.

[@bunnywhite6513]

Thank you so much for the reply! You make a great point about us not knowing people who have suffered the consequences of poorly preserved products. It makes me wonder what the spectrum really looks like as far as contamination and its effects on our body. Since it seems that harmful amounts of microbes can't always be detected by sight or smell I'm curious about the harm that could go undetected by us because contamination didn't result in something as obvious as staph infection. After reading your comment I did check around and found some at home microbial tests, though it seems interpreting the results may require additional study and assistance. Good to know there are options and at least a place to start that won't break the bank! And that's what I thought about the ACV toners (and hair rinses) which are always diluted with distilled water or witch hazel since as you said it's too harsh at full concentration. DIY can be so wonderful but it seems that the Keep It Simple Stupid adage does not really apply here and we all should take our eduction and awareness of these things quite a bit more seriously, most especially for those who intend to sell their products. Thanks again for the reply and your great videos!

[@leahjadeturner6018]

Great video :) thanku . Please help I'm struggling knowing how much preservitive leuicidal sf to add to my 100ml of Moisturiser, how many ml should I put in? Xx

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey! You'll find the answer to your question in my FAQ on my website at humblebeeandme.com/faq/ 😊Happy making!

[@consciouslypure2176]

That is so interesting! Thank you! You’re so great to listen to! I do have one thought on this... if water based products/food/anything can’t be stored for more than a few days without preservatives, what about kombucha? I make it at home and apart from good bacteria, it contains water and sugar and it stands at room temperature for over 2-3 weeks and it changes as it’s supposed to do, gets acidic etc but how come it doesn’t get bad, but rather the opposite, the good bacteria multiplies and causes it to be really healthy and makes us feel great? Does the good bacteria “preserve” it?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

From what I understand, yes, the good bacteria play a role, as does the acidity-that's why you need to include some starter liquid from the previous, already acidic batch :) I'm sure you know it's also possible for kombucha to mold if the batch is contaminated (I've read flavoured teas, among other things, can cause this), so I assume the relative lack of diversity of matter for microbes to consume also plays a role. I'm definitely not a kombucha expert, though!

[@tasherrahogan9261]

HELLO! I have 3 questions. 1.Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sorbic Acid, and Guar Gum combined are good preservatives to use for shampoos, deep/rinse out conditioners, gels, hair/face/body creams and sprays, hair moisturizers, toners, body washes? 2. What tool do I use to measure 0.01 to 0.05 percent of preservatives for my products? 3. How do I mix three different preservatives together for them to equal 0.01 to 0.05 percent?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey! Please use a pre-formulated complete preservative rather than trying to blend your own-leave that to the pros. You can learn a lot about preservatives here: www.makingskincare.com/preservatives/. I think you'll find only one of the ingredients you mentioned has any preserving abilities at all.

[@tasherrahogan9261]

Humblebee & Me unfortunately I didn't know about that and I bought all three preservatives before watching this video 😅. So I am stuck with all three. Do I just give the last one away????

[@Erica-yr3gf]

You’re brilliant Marie. I love your Chanel. Thank you.💕👍🌎❤️🌿🙏🏻💕

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thank you so much!

[@Userr43278]

Hi This video is great very informative. Thank you. Please tell me how to calculate the need of preservative when the formula has more than 50% of ingredients containing their own preservatives. For example if I m making a toner with rose hydrosol, aloe Vera juice, green tea extract or other extracts, they all contained their own preservatives. My preservative (geogard ultra) usage recommendation is 1%. Do I still add 1% or .5 to cover the water part which is without preservative.

[@anaparker8362]

Hi Monika, you need to use the percentage recommendation because the product that you are making is another different to each ingredient, there is the probability that you have a blend with a different pH to the range in which work each preservative in the components itself, so probably they are not working more now and also they are diluted, sorry if my English is no right to explain better the point, but I hope you understand (I am chemist).

[@gnomebeard407]

What is a recommended preservative that can handle 170 degrees F? I am making a clay pomade and need everything to be poured into the container while it's still liquid. Is Liquid Germal Plus a good preservative to use? The pomade is very similar to making a lotion. Water part and oil part. I also have Phenonip.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Phenonip is ok up to 200°F, and Optiphen Plus is good to 176°C. If your emulsifier includes polysorbate 80 you'll want to use optiphen plus :)

[@aBirdbyBrancusi]

QUESTION. Hi. Im starting in all of this skincare world and I would like to know if I wanted to make an antimicrobial lotion without essential oils. Can I add more preservative to the lotion? Or should I do something else?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I believe that would start to stray into the world of drugs rather than cosmetics, and is thus out of scope for me and this channel :)

[@Burak-ls5yd]

Hi. I want to ask a question. Is dangerous contamination always shows signs like molds, odour change, texture change etc. or is it being dangerous even there is no sign at all. Like food poisoning bacteria.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Just like food poisoning it's entirely possible to have undetectable contamination.

[@drewdrew8426]

What's your opinion on Leucidal SF Complete? And would you say its more safe and natural than Optiphen Plus (Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, and Sorbic Acid)? Need a preservative for my new mini skincare business and am trying to find the safest, most natural preservative possible. Thank you!

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

My opinion of it is pretty poor; I know people for whom it has failed quite spectacularly and very expensively. I'm honestly not concerned about the safety of any approved preservatives when used as directed, and really don't care much about "natural-ness" as natural does not mean safe or beneficial. I'd recommend this database (cosmeticsinfo.org) for further research :) I also have lots of useful articles in my FAQ (www.humblebeeandme.com/faq/) :)

[@drewdrew8426]

@@HumblebeeAndMe ok thank you again!

[@rashmib.k.2707]

Hey Marie, can we use citric acid and/ or sodium benzoate as preservatives in diy lotions? pls reply. (Concentration 0.05 to 0.1%)

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

No. Please read the first link in the description box. Both can be part of preservatives, but neither are a complete preservative on their own (citric acid really isn't a preservative at all, though anything acidic enough wouldn't need a preservative... but you also wouldn't want it on your skin!).

[@annabellak.2864]

I like this summary. I see a lot of diy recipes without preservatives, and they say it's good for 2-3 weeks in the fridge. But they also make like a one-year-large batch, it's crazy!!! Why???? 😯 I would love to see/read about another hygiene topic too. Tips on how to clean different containers, what's better not to reuse - which you give hints about in some videos, but a round up would be good. And also, I read you need to sterilize your tools and containers with alcohol every time and also not to use the same tools for food to avoid contamination. How do you do this in practice? I'm sorry if you already have something about these, I didn't find. Have a nice day! 🙂

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Thanks for the feedback and suggestions! I think I've covered some of these topics in assorted Q&A videos, though I'm not sure which at this point. You might also like this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2PEgnura9yHl9E. I'll keep in mind doing a more complete video on general processes :) Happy making!

[@luciamamta]

what about when making fermented products? what are your thoughts on that, are preservatives necessary then?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

As a home crafter I would not be confident making fermented skincare products. The bacterial action in them would be very hard to maintain while still creating something safe and shelf stable.

[@jamesslocum3068]

So only mixtures that have water as part of the recipe need preservatives? Because I was thinking of starting to make my own beard oils, balms, and butters. Thanks.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Yes. You can give this a read for more information: www.makingskincare.com/preservatives/

[@SixthSandwich]

Hi Marie, does Green tea powder/dried flower, EO, and clay face mask requires any preservatives? Thanks!

[@SixthSandwich]

And if i add honey, do i need to add preservatives? Is it better to add powdered honey or liquid? Thankyouuu! :)

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

If there's no water, you don't need a preservative, so I'd recommend using dry honey to keep the entire mix dry :)

[@SixthSandwich]

Thankyou so much!! What about using Witch Hazel? Is it okay too?

[@charlotta5660]

If I understand correctly, you need a preservative if the witch hazel is added in liquid form. If it's a powder I think it should be ok. If it's liquid and not an oil (and not 100% ethanol), there's probably water in it and then it will need a preservative.

[@vanessacortes968]

Hi new to your channel came across this video when thinking of making diy lip balm scrubs what preservatives would you recommend for an oil based lip balm scrub ?

[@nkechiviolet2066]

Optiphen or phenonip

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Your preservative would need to be oil soluble and lip safe; you can compare a few options here: humblebeeandme.com/preservatives/ :)

[@BecktacularOne]

I am a beginner bee ..and from the first time I heard you talk about this ...I got some germ all plus and have been using it ..I have made three of you lotions in the past couple weeks..all of them have it in them...so I would like to ask you though...should I expect them to be good for around a year ?

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

There is honestly no way to answer that question. Maybe? Potentially? Maybe not? It depends on the recipe you used, the container you're using, how you're storing it, how clean your kitchen and equipment was when you made it.... so many things! I've written more about this in the FAQ :) www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/long-will-______-last-shelf-life/

[@BecktacularOne]

Thank you so much for your quick and thoughtful response...and more info... I'm about knowing more! lol..I am very conscious of doing all I can on my part as far as how clean and sterile I can get everything involved...that is really a must really ! I think I would just want to crawl in a hole somewhere if I caused anyone to get sick because I didn't take the time to prevent it in the first place...and I pray it never happens !! Hahaha ..even after watching this video I was online going to buy more germ all plus !!! LOL

[@ChrissyTina]

can you pleaaaase make a video about different prevers and their shelf life. Also what they work best in.

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

I definitely don't feel qualified to make such a video, but here's a great reference for you :) www.makingskincare.com/preservatives/

[@brittanybrandywine6629]

If I add liquid germall plus should I stop listing my products as all natural? I will be adding preservative but I don't want to lie about my products! Thank you

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Liquid Germall™ Plus definitely isn't natural, so it would not be truthful to label your products as "all natural" if you use it. There are good natural preservative options, though! Check out the video I shared today :)

[@alanricketts9660]

I have asked the same question on a little Bill videos hoping to get an answer are skin care products Cosmetics or not thank you

[@elenishandmade2398]

Marie hi! Homemade liquid soap such as castille soap needs a preservative? And if no cause i see most recipes dont use it why not? Greetings from Greece...

[@HumblebeeAndMe]

Hey! You'll find the answer to your question in my FAQ on my website at humblebeeandme.com/faq/ 😊Happy making!

[@elenishandmade2398]

@@HumblebeeAndMe thank you so much...i make products for myself i make my own recipes but i am still in the organic side....but still i love your channel...gives me very good ideas and mostly valuable information...i so much thank you....❤️