Making many toiletry products is based around a few techniques that are used universally in the industry. From learning a few of these it is possible to create a wide range of products. Similar concepts are use to create most cream products, so once the technique is learned a whole range of different types of products can be formulated.

The idea of this course is not to provide a 'ready to go' list of formulas for starting a business but to teach the basic fundamentals of the individual products. This will allow you to go away and formulate a unique range of products using the information learned on the course.

Basic Science of Emulsions
Choosing a preservative
Cream based products (3 different types)
Detergent products (washing)
Exfoliating products
Carbomer based Skin Gel
Basic product development ideas and testing
Carrier Oil & Essential Oil basics

Whilst we can't discuss every available ingredient on the market the course should give attendees a grounding in how different types of ingredient work. This allows them to apply those skills to their own formulating using different ingredients, for the same or similar purpose.

There is time during the making process dedicated to talking about the use of each individual ingredient in the product and how they can be replaced or the quantity modified. We look at each individual ingredient and detail their origins and uses.

We do not use pre-mixed emulsifiers to formulate products, as we feel this doesn't allow enough freedom to create a unique product. These type of mixed ingredients lead to formulating similar products to other producers. They are often much more expensive that buying individual ingredients and they will lead to a supplier reliance, that is not healthy for business. We will teach you to use each individual ingredient, and to understand what each one is. From that information you can purchase from numerous different suppliers.

The last afternoon of the course is spent with each attendee formulating their own moisture cream with some guidance. This is a great, fun way to end the course and very informative. It allows each person to consider their own aims and work with the ingredients used in the previous products to produce their own.

The course discusses the concepts of natural products, the use of preservatives and the use of essential oils and carrier oils in products. However this is not an aromatherapy course and there is no teaching of the effects/legal uses of essential oils.

You will receive a full set of notes to compliment the course including the formulations for each product made. You also take away everything you make. We do not make products in groups, there is enough equipment for everyone to make their own products and these can be taken away from the course.

Attendees usually end up with around 3kg in total of product to take away.

You will receive a certificate of attendance.

We do not directly teach basic mathematics skills (weighing, percentages etc.) however we have a section on our website dedicated to these skills and would advise if attending a course you read these to give your maths skills a little polish.

We do not cover soap or make-up production on this course, please see the itinerary for products made.

You can download the brochure for our courses, by following this link

Registration Day 1: 9am

Day 1-3: 9:30am - 4:30pm

1 hour for lunch and depending upon the group, we take a couple of 15 minute tea breaks during the day.

Theory – E, S & P
Moisture Cream

Cleansing lotion
Conditioner
Body Butter
SLS Free Shower Gel/Shampoo
Skin gel

Carrier oil/Essential Oil basics theory
Moisture Cream 2
Exfoliating Lotion/Wash
MYO Balms/Oil

All courses are held at our factory in Croydon, Wallington or Banstead, you will be sent exact details after booking.

For those travelling from afar, Hotels in Croydon or Sutton are most suitable, though all our locations are easily served by Waddon or Wallington Train Stations.

We aim to offer a flexible approach to cancellation as we understand circumstances change.

If you cancel more than 30 days before your course, you will be entitled to a full refund.

If you cancel within 30 days of the course date, you are not entitled to a refund or to swap to another date.

However, we will endeavour to resell your course place to another customer.

We normally have a waiting list, so if you think you need to change your course date, letting us know as early as possible ensures the highest chance of us being able to resell your course space and then being able to offer you a refund or move you on to a different course.

Full terms and conditions can be found under our general terms and conditions. Click here