Staff Answer These recipes contain aloe vera gel which will not work with a pump top.

Staff Answer This does not contain alcohol needed to be a hand sanitizer. We are using the essential oils which are thought to have their own antibacterial properties.

Staff Answer Use can use Vita Burst beads in this hand cleaner. There is no specific amount. Just add until you reach the look you want. You can use multiple colors, if you wish. If using in a pump bottle, too many beads can clog the dip tube.

Staff Answer Thank you, Nancy, for this helpful hint to fill these tiny bottles!

Staff Answer No, the aloe vera gel and essential oils used to make this product do not need a preservative.

Staff Answer You can substitute the Essential Oil for another that you prefer. We chose Tea Tree EO for its believed antimicrobial properties. If making a substitution, we recommend researching EOs for another that has similar properties. Be aware that some oils are naturally darker and may change the color of your final product and be conscious of the IFRA safe usage rates of the new essential oil you choose.

Staff Answer Aloe Vera Gel really does not thin out when heated, rather it holds its texture and consistency. We found that the best way to fill these bottles was with a piping bag or Zip lock bag.

I found the easiest way to fill the bottle was to cut off the tip on the fat end of a pipette. Then put the small end into a heavy duty ziplock bag which has a tiny hole in the corner. Sorta force it tho go through the hole so you have a really tight fit. Put the gel in the bag and sqeeze out the air. Put the tip of the pipette completely into the bottle and start filling. Bring the tip up slowly as the bottle fills. A bit time consuming but well worth it!