Cosmetic Formulation Science Made Simple
Formula Chemistry is your expert guide to cosmetic formulation featuring professional skincare & haircare formulas, in-depth ingredient guides, DIY recipes, and free formulas by Dr. SamiUllah, Ph.D. in Chemistry.

Workshops & Courses
Want to create something completely your own? Take a Humblebee & Me workshop!

Free Formulations
Over 1000 (!) completely free skincare, haircare, and cosmetic DIY projects.

DIY Encyclopedia
Learn about DIY skincare ingredients; what they do, why we use ’em, substitutions, and more!
New Posts & Formulations

Blog
Decyl Glucoside: Usage Levels, pH Range, Foam Profile & Compatibility | Formula Chemistry
Introduction A mild cleanser can still fail if the surfactant system is built around marketing language instead of charge type,
26 May 2026
No Comments

Blog
Homemade Peptides for Skin: Natural Peptides in Cosmetics, Concentrations, pH Stability & Formulation | Formula Chemistry
Introduction The biggest mistake with peptides is assuming every peptide ingredient behaves like a clinically active. Homemade peptides for skin
25 May 2026
No Comments

Blog
Octyl Palmitate for Skin: Skin Feel, Solubility, Compatibility & Usage Levels | Formula Chemistry
Introduction A formula can have excellent actives and still feel cheap if the emollient system is poorly built. Octyl palmitate
23 May 2026
No Comments