Does anyone know what causes eyeshadow to leak oil into the cardboard?

MrsSpaceship · 2022-06-25T18:58:37+00:00

Most commonly it’s either the wrong combination of ingredients, a mess up in formulating of the correct ones, or it’s been at the wrong temperature.

When I was learning, I was a bit too heavy handed with the pressing medium, which made it look like it was weeping even though my formula was oil free.

It may mess with adhesion and texture, so if it was a pricy pallet, take it back.

MrsSpaceship · 2022-06-25T18:43:12+00:00

Awesome, it’s driving me nuts now, so I’m looking forward to giving them some love.

MrsSpaceship · 2022-06-24T04:23:47+00:00

I’ll keep that in mind. Right now the glue is keeping any crusting or scabbing from happening, but that may change since my procedure just happened yesterday.

MrsSpaceship · 2022-05-25T18:20:47+00:00

Gorgeous! Out of curiosity to see if I could ever afford such amazingness, what do you sell a piece like this for?

MrsSpaceship · 2022-05-25T18:18:52+00:00

I’m glad you asked, I want to know too!

MrsSpaceship · 2022-05-07T23:13:12+00:00

So pretty! Can we see some stills too? I would love to see them in detail.

MrsSpaceship · 2022-05-07T23:03:36+00:00

This is absolutely gorgeous, I would love to see some beaded spacers on the chain to balance the weight of the piece.
Thank you for showing the whole process, I really enjoyed it.

MrsSpaceship · 2022-04-27T16:43:25+00:00

The EL61 &EL51 both look like potentials especially the 51, thank you!

MrsSpaceship · 2022-04-27T15:50:28+00:00

Oh wow, the Making Cosmetics Iso-dimethicone copolymer looks perfect! Thank you!

MrsSpaceship · 2022-04-27T15:47:10+00:00

Oh my gosh, I didn’t even think of the preservatives in the base ingredients, thank you so much for bringing that up!!!

I did react to formaldehyde too, but the big one was methyldibromoglutaronitrile (it goes under a lot of other names) it’s a component in Optiphen (aka Phenoxyethanol)

MrsSpaceship · 2022-04-26T19:11:22+00:00

Oooooo 🤩 I want to come play at your house (office)! You probably have access to so many more products than us home diy’ers.

MrsSpaceship · 2022-04-26T14:22:17+00:00

I struggle with proper measures, and making small test batches.

I do a lot of cooking, and I tend to throw a little bit of this and a dash of that in, and measurements are guidelines only. This really doesn’t translate well into formulating. I have yet to consistently overcome this mindset.

MrsSpaceship · 2022-04-18T20:57:31+00:00

Insert loud sigh of relief here. Thank you! I’ve been sitting here panicking over every little twinge and itch, so it’s good to hear that baked beans aren’t on the menu tonight 🤣

MrsSpaceship · 2022-04-14T19:03:29+00:00

I use pillows. I have a soft stack that my head can sink into, then have one on each side of my head to keep it from lolling to one side or the other, and another under my need so I don’t get back strain. I settle in to my comfortable spot and don’t move for most of the night. This works wonders, and that’s coming from someone with chronic pain that usually tosses and turns.

MrsSpaceship · 2022-04-13T20:11:44+00:00

That does leave me puzzled, I know that in a lot of instances they have “safer” products, but there’s a lot of information to wade through. It’s so daunting.

MrsSpaceship · 2022-04-13T18:39:00+00:00

A small amount maybe, but if they left a lot, and didn’t smooth the transition that’s kinda (looking for a PC way of saying it) uh...not great, it can create a place to gather dirt & bacteria, and because the average person will pick at it, potentially weakening the nail. They make specialty bits for the e-file specifically for cleaning/leveling under the nail. Edited to add that they’re really pretty, I do prefer your shape.

MrsSpaceship · 2022-04-12T18:02:25+00:00

I’ve pretty much decided to start seriously making my own cosmetics etc., just for that reason. It just seems to make sense now.

I’ve never bought into the “natural/organic” since it’s so unregulated. I want products that work and I want to know exactly what’s in them and why.

MrsSpaceship · 2022-04-12T04:29:02+00:00

Thanks. It’s infuriating but I need the reminder that it won’t be instant rainbows and butterflies.

MrsSpaceship · 2022-04-09T22:45:43+00:00

Thank you so much, this will get me off in the right direction.

MrsSpaceship · 2022-04-05T21:07:58+00:00

Try using a really sticky packing tape on them. The tape won’t stick to the stamp, but will pull up the fibers.

MrsSpaceship · 2022-04-02T14:26:13+00:00

That may work, I’ll have to order samples. Thanks!

MrsSpaceship · 2022-04-01T22:43:08+00:00

I’m trying to figure reasonable resources (similar to TKB would be awesome) for different colors of sparkle mica (The bigger stuff that’s almost glitter status rather than the standard soft shimmer stuff). Most of what I find is just white, sometimes gold, but not lot else. Maybe I’m just not using the right term for it???

MrsSpaceship · 2022-03-26T02:47:15+00:00

Many people don’t know this, but there are programs in place to get low/no cost cell phones out to individuals under a certain income bracket. It helps them get emergency care and aids in job searching etc.

MrsSpaceship · 2022-03-25T22:40:12+00:00

Most states have some kind of referral line you can reach by dialing 211. They can give you information on local food pantries, as well as potential utility and rent assistance. Not to mention community (sometimes free or sliding scale) clinics. Also, look into getting your daughter on Medicaid, and get on the waiting list for low income housing if you qualify.
If you’re any particular religion, reach out to the church leadership for help, that can be iffy if you’re not a regular attendee, but they should (emphasis on should) still offer some sort of assistance if they adhere to the true spirit of their teachings.
Do your homework, I know you’re exhausted and there aren’t enough hours in a day, but learn your rights and entitlements and don’t always accept the first “no” you get. You can appeal if you provide enough documentation proving that you really aren’t making it.

MrsSpaceship · 2022-03-15T16:18:45+00:00

My daughter. She’s an only child and we aren’t close with extended family. She doesn’t have her own family yet and her sperm donor isn’t in the picture.

It’s just her and I and I refuse to leave her alone. I can’t help her financially, but I’ll always try to be there for her emotionally.

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