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If you work from a home office others may believe that you are living the dream. If you’re one of the lucky ones, you too feel like you’re living the dream. But it didn’t come without a cost, did it? As you may have realized by now, working from home can be lonely—it takes a lot of discipline. Pat yourself on the back if you’ve successfully fallen into a productive routine that also meets your requirements for socialization. You may be participating in what others may see as a dream, but studies show that, for some, it’s anything but. 

Many perfumes, linen sprays and other cosmetics recommend alcohol as a component of the formulation. Blogs and Pinterest recipes often recommend beverage alcohol (like vodka or Everclear) for these types of "recipes." Vodka can be useful, cheap and readily available when formulating for personal use; but, did you know that beverage alcohol can't be a component of cosmetics you plan to sell? The law regarding beverage alcohol in cosmetics and toiletries is finite. You may not legally sell finished skincare products manufactured with beverage alcohol.

In this Facebook Live video, Debbie May, CEO of Wholesale Supplies Plus, shares some new surplus items, showcases some jars that are on sale now (10/20/2017), and shares new products.

Debbie is out sick for this episode of Soaping in Slippers so the marketing team took over. Amaris teachs us how to make shark inspired bath bombs, Mattie talks about the upcoming issue of Handmade Magazine and Sue shares her favorite shark related fragrance oils. Tune in!

Milky Way Molds™ are known all over the world for having unsurpassed detail. Giving color to these details is not only attractive but often just enough to get customers to pay top dollars for a bar of soap. This article looks at three popular techniques used to detail soap molds.

It’s unbelievably frustrating to create a brightly colored handmade soap only to see the color morphing over time into something completely different, something dull or muted and boring. What causes these changes? 

With the revival of manufactring in the U.S., many more companies are advertising their products as "Made in USA." According to new surveys, more americans would rather buy products made in America, rather than products that were manufactured overseas. It is important, however, to not falsley advertise your products.

What do soda pop, baking soda and washing soda have in common? Carbon dioxide. The same gas that you exhale every minute of your life. The same gas that plants take from the air and replace with oxygen. The same gas present in carbonated soft drinks. “Carbonated water” is simply a solution of carbon dioxide in water. It is slightly acidic, and so it is also called “carbonic acid.”

This video demonstrates how easy it is to make a 2" squiggle shaped soap using the Crafter's Choice Squiggle 2" Column Silicone Soap Mold. The squiggle soap looks great embedded into a larger loaf of soap! Use them on their own for interesting designs or with a daisy or tulip for a full flower. Perfect for spring, Mother's Day, and Valentine's Day.

Hydrolized Rice Protein is an additive ingredient for cosmetics largely known for use in skin and haircare products.

Do the busy fall/winter seasons sneak up on you year-after-year? It may be simply due to a little lack of preparation on your part. Ramp up now by getting organized, making decisions and doing a little research. From finding happy solutions for the demands of family, to hiring seasonal help, there are many things you can do now to make this season productive, organized and profitable. 

When it comes to creating high-quality candles, the choice of essential oils plays a crucial role. While some may question the compatibility of essential oils with candle making, it's essential to understand that not all essential oils are created equal. Wholesale Supplies Plus emphasizes the importance of using the best essential oils for candle making to ensure a delightful and long-lasting fragrance.