Recipes

Stephenson Syndopour Bases are a new range of melt and pour syndet bases designed for modern solid personal care. Available in Shampoo Bar MB, Conditioner Bar MB, and Face & Body Bar MB, these bases make it simple to create high-performance solid bars with consistent, professional-quality results.

Make your own nourishing shampoo bar in minutes using our ready-to-use Syndopour Shampoo Base. This project is designed for ease, just melt, customize, and pour, while still giving you the flexibility to tailor the final bar to your needs.

Finish your routine with a boost of hydration. Make your own hydrating conditioner bar in minutes using our ready-to-use Syndopour Conditioner Base. This project is designed for ease, just melt, customize, and pour, while still giving you the flexibility to tailor the final bar to your needs.

Create a cleansing bar that feels as good as it looks. Make your own glow-enhancing face and body bar in minutes using our ready-to-use Syndopour Face & Body Base. This project is designed for ease, just melt, customize, and pour, while still giving you the flexibility to tailor the final bar to your needs.

Make your own concentrated, low-waste dish soap bars, gentle on hands, effective on grease, and natural. These bars are firm, long-lasting, and lather beautifully thanks to a little help from stearic acid, citric acid, and sodium lactate

Bring a little colour into your DIY routine with this collection of custom nail polish recipes. From soft florals to fresh, vibrant tones, each shade is designed to be easy to make and beautiful to wear.

Shimmering and radiant, Golden Sunshine is a sunny, metallic gold polish that brings a warm glow to every nail. Egyptian Gold Mica provides a rich, luminous finish, while Gold Biodegradable Glitter adds sparkling highlights that dance with every movement.

Rich and enchanting, Violet Dreams is a vibrant purple polish with a luminous, pearlescent finish. Violet Pearl Mica gives a soft, glowing shimmer, while Violet Biodegradable Glitter adds sparkling accents that catch the light with every movement.

Bright and playful, Fresh Mint is a soft green polish with a frosted shimmer that catches the light beautifully. Blue Pearl Mica gives a luminous, pearlescent glow, while Green Biodegradable Glitter adds tiny sparkling accents that pop with every movement.

Celebrate spring with Blooming Rose, a soft, sparkling pink that’s as fresh as a blossoming garden. This playful, feminine shade pairs Pretty in Pink Mica with our new Rose Biodegradable Glitter, giving nails a delicate shimmer that catches the light beautifully. Just like morning dew on spring petals.

Spring is just around the corner, and it's the perfect time to bring a touch of cherry blossom magic into your home! Here's a simple and delightful craft to create cherry blossom tree-inspired soaps. Using a melt and pour base, some vibrant mica, and cherry blossom fragrance oil, you can craft these beautiful soaps with ease. Enjoy the process and the lovely scents that will fill your space! 

Step into a calm, woodland sanctuary with every breath. This Forest Temple blend wraps the warm, resinous aroma of Palo Santo around the crisp, refreshing green notes of juniper, grounded by the rich depth of cedarwood, with just a hint of bright, uplifting bergamot. It’s like taking a slow, peaceful walk through a sun-dappled forest. Perfect for meditation, evening wind-downs, or creating a serene space in your home.

Spring is in the air, and there’s nothing like a Cherry Blossom Solid Perfume to add a little floral magic to your day. These little jars are perfect for handbags, desks, or nightstands: portable, mess-free, and shimmering with pink mica and fuchsia biodegradable glitter.

This project is simple, fun, and gives a luxurious, playful result. The cherry blossom fragrance is soft and uplifting, while the shimmer adds a touch of sparkle. Perfect as a gift or a personal treat.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a surprise inside. These fresh, citrusy bath bombs are scented with our Lime Basil and Mandarin Fragrance Oil, a bright, uplifting blend that feels clean, vibrant, and perfect for spring.

On the outside, they’re crisp white with hand-painted accents: a clover, a rainbow, or a simple green and gold streak. Drop one into the tub and the magic happens: hidden embeds burst open, releasing Green and Gold Biodegradable Glitter into swirling, sparkling ribbons. A blend of Bath Bomb Blue and Yellow Colourants transforms the water into a rich, festive green.

The Butterfly Swirl Cold Process Soap is a vibrant spring project featuring Pink Citrus Fragrance Oil, a fresh, uplifting scent that pairs beautifully with bold seasonal colours. This design uses a Springtime Green base with six alternating “wing” layers to create a striking butterfly swirl effect. Mica and biodegradable glitter add soft shimmer and dimension, making this an advanced technique best suited for experienced soap makers.

Welcome to a delightful DIY journey with our Easter-inspired donut bath bombs. Using our trusty 3D-printed donut mold and a few simple ingredients, you’ll craft bath treats that look good enough to eat. Follow our step-by-step guide to create the perfect glaze and decorate them into charming bath-time confections. Let’s dive in and make your bath a little sweeter!

If you’ve ever wanted to create your own hand soap without formulating from scratch, our premium Liquid Hand Soap Base offers a simple and efficient solution. Ideal for small businesses expanding their product line or DIY makers customizing scents for personal use, this ready-to-use base streamlines production while maintaining quality and ease of use.

If you have ever tried to colour your products the perfect red reminiscent of Valentine’s Day or Christmas, you already know it is not as simple as it sounds. Red is one of the more challenging colours to achieve in bath and body products, especially if you are aiming for a true, vibrant red rather than something that turns brick, brown, or unexpectedly pink.

Massage candles are a luxurious way to combine ambiance and self-care. Unlike regular candles, soy wax in massage candles melts at a low temperature, allowing it to be poured directly onto the skin and used as a warm, nourishing massage oil.

For best results, use a high-quality, dermatology-tested soy wax like GW415. If you plan to add fragrance or essential oils, ensure they are safe for topical use. With the gentle glow of the candle and the soothing warmth of the melted oils, a massage candle can transform any moment into a relaxing experience.

Clean, bright, and naturally uplifting — without harsh chemicals.

If you’re looking for a simple, effective cleaner that smells amazing and cuts through grease, this DIY all-purpose spray is a great place to start. It’s perfect for countertops, stovetops, sinks, faucets, and everyday messes — and it’s formulated to be gentle enough for regular use.

A fluffy, oil-absorbing dry shampoo that refreshes your hair between washes. Infused with our Hair – Oily Essential Oil Blend (Lemon, Cedarwood, Rosemary), it leaves hair feeling clean, voluminous, and lightly scented — no water needed! Perfect for quick touch-ups or giftable DIY fun.