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Good Manufacturing
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Hi Indies!I had a quick question that has to do with good manufacturing practice... do any of you keep bulk ingredients, like baking soda ( 20 lbs) in a storage bin, like a Rubbermaid bin that you…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by dM, CEO May 7.
question about glitter
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Hi all! i have an odd question, does anyone know if you can use any kind of glitter in body care products ( not eyeshadow or lipstick)? I want to use some on soaps and such but didn't know if i can…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Lilly Yang Apr 18.
How do you label?
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Indies, i have been racking my lil brain updating labels and i had a few questions for everyone... first, how do you assign weights to producst like soap bars and bath bombs which range in weight…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Anne-Marie Dec 15, 2011.
another set of eyes on this label
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Hi indies, i was updating my label and wanted to get a bit of feedback, i just want to be SURE i have the ingredients listed sorrectly. here is the updated info:Ingredients: Butyrospermum Parkii(…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Deborah A Scanlan Nov 21, 2011.
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Courtney Whitfield replied to the discussion 'HELP – Newbie, up an Aussie creak without a paddle, surrounded by circling crocs!'"Hello I know of a company that does specialize in small business e-needs( lol) the name of the company is Bashfoo and the owner is Mike. Here is the link so that you can get more info :
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I know…"
dM, CEO replied to the discussion 'Good Manufacturing'"Hi Courtney,
I suggest asking the supplier how to store 20 lbs of baking soda. They are likely to know exactly what type of container will keep out moisture, etc., for long periods of time. Also, FDA's GMP Guidelines are…"
Courtney Whitfield replied to the discussion 'The Power of Persistence'"HAHAHAHA, i love it! i call it "liquid motivation" "
Courtney Whitfield posted a discussionGood Manufacturing
Hi Indies!I had a quick question that has to do with good manufacturing practice... do any of you keep bulk ingredients, like baking soda ( 20 lbs) in a storage bin, like a Rubbermaid bin that you can get from Walmart? I have some but wasn't sure if I should make sure what ever i use is " air tight" ( not to mention i am not even sure where to get an item like that...)any insight would help, thanks!!!See More
Courtney Whitfield replied to the discussion 'The Power of Persistence'"This is what i needed today! i sat here and cried and was moved, thank you for sharing!!! S/N what is brewed nectar?"
Lilly Yang replied to the discussion 'question about glitter'"Micro fine glitter can be found at mineral makeup suppliers like TKB trading and The Conservatorie. You should only use cosmetics glitter as they are approved for body use but not necessarily for eyes."
Courtney Whitfield replied to the discussion 'Help..my scrubs are leaking!'"Can an induction sealer alter or damage any product? I would think that an elctro- magnetic current could potentially denature some ingredients or alter the pH...( maybe that is just the odd chemist in me tho)"
Ginger Moore - Neos Creations replied to the discussion 'question about glitter'"Here you go, hon...one of IBN's own.
http://www.brambleberry.com/Glitter-C42.aspx"
Courtney Whitfield replied to the discussion 'question about glitter'"Thanks Ginger! do you happen to know any suppliers that i can purchase this from?"
Ginger Moore - Neos Creations replied to the discussion 'question about glitter'"Courtney,
You need to use a glitter that is body safe, such as cosmetic glitter. This is not necessarily glitter suitable for eyes or lips but use on the body. Regular craft glitter is not recommended because its not cut fine enough and…"
Courtney Whitfield posted a discussionquestion about glitter
Hi all! i have an odd question, does anyone know if you can use any kind of glitter in body care products ( not eyeshadow or lipstick)? I want to use some on soaps and such but didn't know if i can use glitter i find at the craft store. Thanks!See More
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Led by IBN Local Director Mary Humphrey of Annie's Goat Hill Handcrafted Soap, this is your one-stop shop for all things INDIE in the greater Cincinnati area, especially how to participate in IBN sponsored Cincinnati area events.See More
Anne-Marie replied to the discussion 'How do you label?'"A word about warning labels.
Many believe that since mold and bacteria can grow in a lotion that is incorrectly made that lotion must be labeled with a warning label. In my research of the laws as they are currently written, this is not correct.
The…"
Courtney Whitfield replied to the discussion 'How do you label?'"Ruth THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!! I will be getting the book ASAP! you have saved me head and heart ache, as i have been trying to do labels today in near tears...."
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- At 9:18pm on August 9, 2011,
Brenda Foster said… - Hi Courtney - thanks for the kind words!!! I actually did it myself. It's not perfect but it's good enough. I have spent many sleepless nights messing with it and googling how to do this and that. I didn't have any budget to pay someone else so had to find a way. I'm in Doylestown which is closer to Philadelphia. I used to come to Ohio a lot for work (Dayton/Miamisburg area). Would be great to meet up if I find my way out there again or if you're in state! :)
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Funlayo Alabi-Shea Radiance said… - Yes they do melt. I stopped selling them at the market in the summer.
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