Formula Girls

Molly and Megan discuss this sulfate-free toothpaste featuring Suga®Nate 160NC for cleansing, foaming, low irritation and neutral flavor. Molly gives a deep dive into how these tested ingredients work together to produce a pleasing, next-generation toothpaste.

Megan and Molly discuss how a little can go a long way and help reduce plastic along the way too. This formulation features plant-based, sulfate-free ingredients and is easily made with a cold process. Molly talks solids and ways to avoid bringing in water - helping to make this shampoo even more concentrated - and still keep typical viscosity for a shampoo.

Molly and Megan talk about this no-salt-added, foamy shampoo formulation that's been carbon tested at 90%! Using Cola®Det COCO and Poly Suga®Quat TM8610P, it provides rich lather with light conditioning. Molly describes how hemp-based Cola®Teric HBS helps to boost viscosity and Megan talks about her passion for Pomegranate.

Megan and Molly discuss this highly biobased face wash, designed with gentle, non-drying ingredients and easily made with a cold process. Both agree this formulation has a great fragrance and doesn't leave you tight-skinned. Features ultra-mild sulfate-free Suga®Citrate L1C, foam-boosting Suga®Det LSDG, and skin-conditioning Cola®Lipid C.

Molly and Christine discuss this two-phase conditioner that's loaded up with nourishing oils, a palm-free conditioning aid and Quaternium-80 for silky locks and enhanced shine. Doesn't weigh down hair or make it greasy and features an all-new nature-scented fragrance!  Also great for coarser or curly hair.

Molly and Christine talk about this plant-based balm that features detoxifying kaolin clay and moisturizing butters to melt away makeup, dirt, sunscreen, and anything else when you're feeling lazy. This oil-based alternative cleanser comes as a solid and doesn't strip the skin.

Christine and Molly talk about this detoxifying black lava sea salt and fresh sugar scrub using low-irritation, sulfate-free ingredients. The formulation creates a foamy lather that allows for an easy, clean rinse-off. Molly and Christine discuss personal dislikes for scrub applicators.

Molly and Christine set aside the bottle and head to the bar to talk about this quat-free, eco-conscious conditioner that leaves hair soft, bouncy and doesn't "glob up" like others. Features palm-free ingredients and doesn't require a bottle. Molly personally recommends this bar from frequent use.

Molly and Christine discuss a new mask formulation that comes in powdered form, mixed easily and water and creates a mild foam when rinsed off. This episode also is featured here in video on YouTube.

Christine and Molly talk about a highly-concentrated hand wash formulated with ultra-mild, plant-based ingredients for use in refillable bottles, allowing for reduced plastic waste. Christine recites the longest INCI list in the history of podcasts and Molly gives a hint about more formulations to come!