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E- Book  - Digital Download Formulating and Creating Anhydrous Products by Susan Barclay Nichols e-book (PDF, 1.13 MB) 123 pages View the Table of Contents Here This e-book is all about making anhydrous products, those made without water. Because anhydrous products don't contain water, an (antimicrobial/antifungal) preservative is often not needed (altough you'll want an antioxidant to protect against rancidity).  This makes them ideal starting formulations for the novice formulator. It will cover: Understanding rancidity and means of prevention Equipment and processes Chemistry of oils Understanding fatty acids and hydrogenation Making Whipped Butters Making Lotion Bars Making Balms Making Oil Based Scrubs Making Bath Melts Making oil based Fragrance Sprays Profiles for carrier oils and butter In addition, the book is full of information that will help you understand the basics of anhydrous product formulation.  Also consider Lotion Making 101,  Formulating and Creating Lotions, an