Formula Girls

Molly and Christine talk about this glamorous, antibacterial hand soap, made without Betaines, Triclosan or DEA, that also acts as a skin conditioner.  Works in a pump foamer, easy to put together with PEG-150 Distearate.  Chief gets a treat and everyone goes home.

Molly and Christine talk about patting dry and a lotion that doesn't feel sticky later - kinda like a conditioner for your skin - that traps water and continues to add water to your skin throughout the day.

Christine and Molly invite John to talk about his beard, whether he shapes it or not, the difference between balms and oils and why a mild beard formulation is beneficial, Christine tries "cupuaçu" twice and Molly includes something special about Cola®Moist 200 in this formulation.

Christine and Molly discuss this easy, aqueous deodorizing spray formulation featuring Cola®Quat SME and Poly Suga®Mulse D9 in both a fragrance-free and lightly scented version. Also recent gross-out panel test results.

Molly and Christine talk about an oldie-but-goodie, made from a classic combination of three favorite ingredients that make a wonderful, natural body wash free of everything - except foam.

Christine and Molly discuss this mild, concentrated shampoo bar - rich with antioxidant benefits, long-lasting cleansing and light conditioning. It's similar to other handmade cosmetic bars currently found in the market.  Includes Cola®Lipid GS , derived from grapeseed oil.

Molly and Christine talk about naturally-derived ingredients, salicylic acid,  the difference between BHA and AHA cleansers, why being mild is so important and how this formulation gives your skin the right "glow."

Christine and Molly talk about Potassium Cocoate, organic oils, different certifications for USDA Organic, washing your teeth, and the difference between real soap and traditional synthetic detergents.

Molly and Christine talk about a formulation that'll bring back curls and keep them looking great without quats or silicones. Safe, mild ingredients in a pumpable styling hair foam. 

Molly and Christine talk about this NOT PINK grapefruit scented body scrub with natural gentle Jojoba beads will leave your skin feeling smooth and soft.  A perfect example of building foam with sultaines and Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate and Suga®Nate 160NC.

Christine and Molly talk about a deep conditioning hair mask that nourishes and soothes your hair and scalp. Locks in moisture, enhances smoothness and protects against pollution - all very trendy.

Christine and Molly talk about this economical, sulfate-free, amide-free, palm-free, Prop-65-free, stringy-free, mild and luxurious liquid gel that's cold mixable. Features Colonial AOS-40 UP and both Cola®Teric CBS and HBS.

Christine and Molly talk about the wipe solution needed for eliminating unwanted odors,  light conditioning, and the feeling of being clean and fresh all day - especially when a shower isn't handy.

Molly and Christine talk about dispersing salt in water, adding gum, and getting that going to the beach and fresh out of bed look in a very natural formulation.

Molly and Christine talk about a silicone-free, mild baby lotion, emulsions, and silky smoothness. This formulation is nourishing and irritant free with a hint of lavender for calming even the fussiest of babies (and adults) .

Molly and Christine talk about an easy-to-mix, hydrating body wash that isn't tacky-feeling; flexibility for formulators; Cola®Moist BE 200 MB has super-powers over glycerin; Christine says "corneometer." 

Molly and Christine leave the bottle behind and raise their eco-consciousness while introducing a new Conditioner Bar featuring Colonial's easy-to-use conditioning concentrate, Cola®Quat CBC . 

Christine's favorite - the Antioxidant Purifying Shampoo - now includes Colonial's newest sultaine, Cola®Teric CHGL .  Molly reveals the go-to technique for working with sulfate-free Suga®Nate 160NC for making super-green formulations.

Molly and Christine talk about jiggly, wiggly soap for kids in fun shapes and includes sustainably grown and harvested Babassu oil along with foam-rich and all-natural Suga®Nate 100NC.

Christine and Molly cover what BB means, all the natural ingredients used in the formulation, what's all-in-one, and maybe sometimes a bottle isn't what you really need.

Molly and Christine talk about busy days, the beach, when you don't feel like washing your hair, and yeah, odor neutralizing.

Molly and Christine talk about a popular salt scrub formulation that foams, cleanses, exfoliates, and leaves your skin glowing! Made with trendy Himalayan pink salt.

Molly and Christine talk about one of Colonial's favorite personal care formulations for gently cleansing skin of makeup; about water and oil-loving micelles; how free it is of everything (and meets EcoCert standards); and never say non-comedogenic.

Molly and Christine talk about the benefits of this lightweight, buildable silicone-free moisturizer, naturally-derived emulsification and repeat "body butter."

Christine and Molly talk about the meaning of micellar, Poly Suga®Quat S1210P, Cola®Quat PDQ, and fun times with hydroxypropyl methylcellulose.