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DIY cosmetics equipment and utensils
Discover our selection of home cosmetics equipment and utensils to create your own natural skin and hair products easily and effectively.
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The essential utensils for making your own homemade cosmetics
When you set out to make your own homemade cosmetics, it's essential to have the right utensils. Essential tools include items such as stainless steel bowls for mixing your ingredients safely, cosmetic spatulas for handling your formulas, a precision scale or measuring cup for accurate measurements, a ceramic mortar and pestle for grinding certain ingredients into powder and, of course, appropriate containers such as lip balm tubes, mini-powder trays or glass bottles for creams. These basic utensils will enable you to create your skincare products accurately and hygienically.
Choosing the right equipment for your cosmetics recipe
The choice of equipment largely depends on the recipe you want to create. For example, if you're making a thick cream, a stainless steel bowl and a mini whisk are the best choice for obtaining a smooth texture, or a small electric mixer for even greater efficiency. On the other hand, if you're making lip balms, you'll need special tubes for packaging. Measuring spoons and pipettes are ideal for measuring liquid ingredients precisely. Finally, if you often need to melt your butters, fatty phases or waxes, swap out your bain-marie for a heating bowl which is specifically adapted to cosmetics, without altering the properties of the materials. So take the time to select the right equipment for your recipes, for optimum results.
How do you clean your equipment?
After each use, it's essential to clean your equipment thoroughly. Start by removing any product residue by scraping or wiping with cotton wipes. Then wash your utensils with warm water and mild soap. Be sure to rinse well to remove any soap residue. If necessary, use a mini cleaning brush to get to hard-to-reach places. Finally, disinfect the equipment by soaking it in 70° alcohol to avoid contamination the next time you use it. Looking after your manufacturing equipment guarantees that your homemade cosmetics will always be high quality.
