{"product_id":"body-lotion-formulation-workbook","title":"Body Lotion Formulation Workbook | Intermediate Digital PDF","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn to make body lotion and understand how its ingredients shape the formula.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMake Your Own Body Lotion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an intermediate-level digital workbook from Island Goddess Body Essentials. Complete formula sheets, clear methods and ingredient explanations help you plan small practice batches, explore emulsion structure and document your development work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart with the Fuller Foundation formula, then make the Fluid Refined version as a separate batch. Both are fragrance-free, leave-on body lotion formulations designed for 200 g batches. The second reduces added cetearyl alcohol from 2% to 0.5%, while keeping the emulsifier, emollient and glycerin levels constant. This gives you a focused way to investigate texture and dispensing, without assuming either version’s performance has been established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside your 16-page workbook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo complete intermediate formulas with phases, percentages by weight, gram weights, INCI ingredient names and total batch quantities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredient explanations and buying guidance for purified water, glycerin, Polawax, cetearyl alcohol, caprylic\/capric triglyceride, preservative and citric acid.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEquipment specifications, preparation guidance and a formula-scaling example.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparate numbered methods covering heating, emulsification, cooling, preservative addition, pH adjustment and filling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA formula comparison, troubleshooting tips, customization boundaries, and use and storage guidance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne completed product development brief.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFour reusable forms: a development brief, formula sheet, batch record and product follow-up sheet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLinked supplier references and supporting sources.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho it’s for\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult makers with experience in accurate weighing, safe water-bath heating, emulsion mixing, calibrated pH measurement and basic equipment hygiene. This workbook supports intermediate formulation practice and recordkeeping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTools for your body lotion practice batches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck what you already own before purchasing equipment. Choose items that meet the workbook’s specifications; a product being sold on Amazon does not establish its suitability for cosmetic making.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAffiliate disclosure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The shopping links below are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEssential equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDigital scale:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Measures to 0.01 g, with at least 500 g capacity. Allow enough capacity for the vessel and its contents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop digital scales:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/A0dLx0yeG\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale check weights:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Used to check the scale before weighing ingredients. Choose weights appropriate for the scale and its manufacturer’s instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop scale check weights:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B093FPyuR\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorosilicate beakers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Two heat-safe vessels: approximately 400–600 mL for the water phase and finished emulsion, plus 100–250 mL for the oil phase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop borosilicate beakers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B03R8egLd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProbe thermometer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Covers 20–100°C, ideally with accuracy of ±1°C. Used to monitor heating, cooling and measurement temperatures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop probe thermometers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B00WxbaLE\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater-bath saucepan:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Provides indirect heating for the two phases. Choose a stable setup that supports your vessels and keeps bath water out of the formula.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop water-bath equipment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0eRAiz7W\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControlled electric hot plate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Provides a controlled heat source for the water bath. Check whether your existing equipment meets the method’s requirements before buying another appliance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop electric hot plates:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0eyie89Z\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeatproof work mat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Provides a stable, heat-resistant surface for handling hot vessels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop heatproof work mats:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B01kBLcjy\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImmersion mixer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Choose a small mixer with a head that can remain fully submerged in a 200 g batch. It must be compatible with hot cosmetic mixtures and your selected vessel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop immersion mixers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0aNVhopW\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpatulas:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Clean, heat-compatible spatulas for stirring and scraping the vessel’s sides and base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop spatulas:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0gf6SUtw\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalibratable pH meter:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Requires 0.01 pH resolution and an electrode suitable for direct measurement of creams and emulsions. Confirm the required immersion depth and sample volume.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop pH meters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0j0aqrv2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH 4.00 calibration buffer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fresh buffer compatible with the selected meter’s calibration procedure. Used alongside pH 7.00 buffer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop pH 4.00 calibration buffer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0jhMaULa\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH 7.00 calibration buffer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fresh buffer compatible with the selected meter’s calibration procedure. Check that the selected pack contains the required buffer values.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop pH 7.00 calibration buffer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0jhMaULa\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectrode storage solution:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Choose the solution specified by the electrode manufacturer to maintain the electrode between measurements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop electrode storage solution:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B072KHyyb\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall weighing cups:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable clean containers for weighing individual ingredients before addition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop weighing cups:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0eyfvZLK\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample cups:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Clean containers sized to accommodate the electrode’s required immersion. Removed test samples should not be returned to the batch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop sample cups:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0eyfvZLK\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisposable transfer pipettes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Help transfer small amounts of adjustment solution. Additions must still be weighed rather than measured by an assumed drop size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop transfer pipettes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B04N9YAQx\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSafety goggles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Eye protection suited to the splash hazards described in the raw materials’ safety documentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop safety goggles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B02hRrgxO\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtective gloves:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Select glove material appropriate for the ingredients and their safety documentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop protective gloves:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0eC8o3F9\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeat-resistant hand protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable protection for moving hot glass and handling heated equipment. This serves a different purpose from thin disposable gloves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop heat-resistant gloves:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0e610T2D\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePump bottles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Clean, dry packaging for development samples. Check material compatibility and whether the lotion dispenses properly before choosing a final pack.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop pump bottles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B08euWeUE\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEssential recording supplies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSample labels:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Identify each container with the formula version, batch ID, date and development-sample status. A label printer is an optional way to produce these labels; existing suitable labels can also be used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop label printers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/A01vDcieP\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse the included batch record to capture actual weights, temperatures, pH readings, changes and finished yield.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional extras\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverhead propeller stirrer and stand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A unit sized for 200 g batches can help standardize gentle mixing during cooling. It is an optional addition to the essential emulsification equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop overhead propeller stirrers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B02WhUwDP\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 16-page printable PDF workbook. This is a digital download. No physical workbook, finished cosmetic product, ingredients or equipment is included. Tools linked above are purchased separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant formula information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth formulas are labelled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Proposed and untested.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e They are educational development formulations, with no reported batch trials, established performance, preservation challenge-test results or verified shelf life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppropriate safety assessment, preservation testing, stability evaluation and packaging compatibility work are needed before sale or broad distribution. Visible appearance and a home patch test do not establish microbial safety or commercial readiness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGet the workbook and plan your first documented body lotion practice batch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Island Goddess Body Essentials","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67737135972397,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/6383\/2365\/files\/MakeYourOwnBodyLotionWorkbook.png?v=1793143781","url":"https:\/\/islandgoddessessentials.com\/products\/body-lotion-formulation-workbook","provider":"Island Goddess Body Essentials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}