Really enjoy watching your videos , so uncomplicated and easy to follow. Also, just to let you know, I appreciate you showing how to make small, individual batches - so many recipes are for big batches which would just go to waste in my house, so these are ideal for me. Keep up the fantastic work :)

@HumblebeeAndMe

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Ann! Even batches this size are getting to be a bit big for me, haha :P

Just tried this recipe, turned out fine, thank you so much 💖 Just wanted to know its skin benefits? Sending my love.

HOW DO YOU NOT HAVE A MILLION SUBSCRIBERS??!

@HumblebeeAndMe

6 жыл бұрын

🤷🏻‍♀️ I feel like I'm doing my part, LOL.

@jodioliver6357

6 ай бұрын

I've been thinking the same thing. We must change this

You are amazing! You should have a lot more subscribers! I'm totally subscribing!

@HumblebeeAndMe

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I tend to agree ;) Don't forget to check out my blog (humblebeeandme.com/)-I've been blogging for over 5 years while I haven't even been on KZread for one, so there is TONS more content on the blog!

I simply love your recipes ! So easy to follow. I just made Creamy Lavender Cardamon Cleansing Lotion from a recipe you shared via email! Thank you for doing what you do. I love your channel.

@HumblebeeAndMe

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks, DebbiAnn! I really appreciate you DIYing with me and watching :) Happy making!

@magdalenag.972

7 жыл бұрын

DebbiAnn2 can you share the E-Mail?

@ElleCh4nel

7 жыл бұрын

+Magdalena G. You have to subscribe to it through her blog. It's totally worth it. You defo should.

Hey Marie, this is a great video. I was looking through your channel hoping to find more videos that integrate honey. My question is, can I add actual Manuka Honey to a hair mask formulation like you have showed us? Thank you!!

That was awesome thanks For sharinh

Hi Marie...I really love watching your videos...soo interesting..one question: if I don't have beeswax can I use natural honey? Thanks in advance.. Love from Fiji

I made this and it's terrific!!!

@HumblebeeAndMe

5 жыл бұрын

YAY! Thanks so much for watching & DIYing with me!

The ending scene is epic!!!

@HumblebeeAndMe

6 жыл бұрын

😄

I didn't put in the essential oils but the butter turned out creamy. It was a little waxy but once you rub it in it'll absorb quickly and it will leave your skin silky smooth. I hope this was helpful!

@HumblebeeAndMe

6 жыл бұрын

Sounds about right-dropping the EOs really wouldn't change this recipe much at all :)

I love labdanum aka rock rose. I'm afraid if I make this, I will be that crazy lady. lol. Yes, I bought the spatulas. They are fabulous. Now I need more. 😎

@HumblebeeAndMe

8 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you're loving the spatulas! They are da bomb ;)

Can you make this into a flower mold?

I ordered your book Make It Up on Amazon.ca today.

@HumblebeeAndMe

7 жыл бұрын

Woohoo! Thank you so much for your support :D

I love your channel, been binge watching. I have a request/ suggestion. Can you do a face cream with royal jelly ? I love using bee products. Thank you ! There is not a single one for this on the Internet.

@HumblebeeAndMe

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I have a royal jelly cosmetic extract I should try formulating with, maybe a face cream is in order :) I am scheduling into April at this point, though!

@nikkiavery7240

6 жыл бұрын

Humblebee & Me Perfect, yes a face cream . Thank you !

Hi Marie. Thanks for your awesome videos! May you kindly advise on how I can keep my whipped body butters fluffy/marshmallow-like? Also, would you advise on adding emulsifying wax to pure body butters, will it make a difference in the consistency? Thanks xx

@HumblebeeAndMe

5 жыл бұрын

Keeping things whippy is usually more a function of the specific oil/butter blend than anything else. This recipe is a good place to start: kzread.info/dash/bejne/nqdrz8lycrC_aNI.html. Why do you want to add emulsifying wax to a body butter? Of course it will impact the consistency-adding anything will-but what are you trying to achieve?

This is a body lotion bar, not a body butter, but it still works slick!

Several questions- what is labdanum? Is it critical for the recipe or just for fragrance? Where did you get those crazy cool spatulas?

@HumblebeeAndMe

6 жыл бұрын

+Heather Clements Ladanum is an essential oil like resin and is just for fragrance, and check the description box for the spatula link :)

Great video :) is there a reason you made it in such a small batch size? And is it possible to quadruple it? One other thing, where did you buy the cute lil spatula? 😊

@HumblebeeAndMe

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks! When you make as much stuff as I do you quickly learn to make stuff in small batches so you don't completely fill your house with 1000 different concoctions :P You can increase the batch size (by weight) if you want to, though. The link to the spatulas is in the description box, along with the full written recipe and links to everything I use in the video (this is true for all of my videos).

Hello! I am doing your online course and made these last night. They smell delicious and are very hydrating! But, I noticed that they didn’t “melt” onto my skin like I thought they would. If I wanted to make them “melt” upon skin contact a little more what would I have to change? Thank you in advance!! Have a great day!

@HumblebeeAndMe

6 жыл бұрын

I think you're commenting on the wrong video as this isn't part of the DIY course, but given your use of plurals I think I know what you're talking about. In that case-use less wax :)

is there any substitute for tropical countries where coconut oil is usually in liquid form?

@HumblebeeAndMe

7 жыл бұрын

Given that the beeswax is what makes this balm solid the state of the coconut oil doesn't matter in this formulation :)

I wished you would say why you choose the essential oils you use.. In all your videos.

@HumblebeeAndMe

7 жыл бұрын

Usually it's "cause it smells puuuurty" :P If there's a deeper reason I usually chat about it in the blog if not in the video as well :) Always check the corresponding blog post if there is one!

Would you be so kind to let me know if there is a way to cut the greasiness of this butter? And if you have this recipe is spoon measurements, thank you. Jane

@HumblebeeAndMe

7 жыл бұрын

Hey! The first key to reducing greasiness is to use less-I often find people use big scoops of body butter when a small smidge would do, and are then surprised when it's greasy. If you're using way too much, any body butter will be greasy! If you want something that isn't greasy, you're probably looking for a lotion, not a body butter, which is pure fat and wax. As for spoon measurements, those are grossly inaccurate and I never use them for things like this-If you want good results, you need a scale :) Happy making!

Thank you so munch for you video, I love them so much. You're explaining so well. I am a bit curious, I am not an English speaker (I am a French girl), and I am sorry you explained to not use it on the lips because it smells like something and it looks funny but I did not understand :-( Could you please explain when you have time, thanks a lot.

@HumblebeeAndMe

7 жыл бұрын

It smells great but tastes awful! :P Sorry for talking so fast!

Labdanum is hard for me to get my hands on. Would you be able to recommend a possible substitution for it? I have no idea of it's scent.

@HumblebeeAndMe

5 жыл бұрын

Sadly not-it is entirely unique :(

Hi I am a new subscriber and maybe I missed it but what is the tool you use after you write on your label? Can you tell me what is happening and the reason it's used?

@HumblebeeAndMe

6 жыл бұрын

It's an eraser to remove the pencil draft underneath the permanent marker.

Cool recipe, I want to try this, I've checked Amazon, whole Foods, and Trader Joes, No honey scented beeswax. Can someone tell me ?

@HumblebeeAndMe

6 жыл бұрын

Beeswax is naturally honey scented, so if you buy golden beeswax from a good supplier it'll smell like honey :)

@annabellak4033

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks

If I choose different essential oils, which percentages should I add?

@HumblebeeAndMe

2 жыл бұрын

I'm afraid there are probably a million different answers to this question; it would vary with every essential oil, your preferences, and the rest of the essential oils in the blend. Please refer to the FAQ (www.humblebeeandme.com/faq/) for some articles and links to start guiding you in the right direction. Happy making!

I notice that you do use a double boiler technique, can one use a microwave for any of these items or is this a preferred method?

@HumblebeeAndMe

5 жыл бұрын

I prefer the double boiler as it is really hard to over-heat/burn ingredients, which a microwave can do. I also like how the water bath heats up the glass evenly, giving me more time to work with the end product before it solidifies 😊

@deedeeshepherd1675

5 жыл бұрын

Humblebee & Me thank you for replying and that makes a lot of sense. I have seen both techniques and I feel after watching your videos I can trust your perspective.

I found Labdanum online, takes about 4-6 wks. to arrive from India. Do you know of any other distributors ?

@HumblebeeAndMe

6 жыл бұрын

I've got links to suppliers all over the world here: www.humblebeeandme.com/resources/ :)

Hi, I tried making the body butter but it's melting a lot. what can i do to avoid it as I want to sell it.

@HumblebeeAndMe

7 жыл бұрын

It sounds like it would need to be re-formulated for wherever you live, which is something you should be able to do very easily if you are planning on selling things! Also, if you are planning on making money off of my creations, please become a Patron: www.patreon.com/MarieRayma. If I'm supporting your business, it's only fair that you support me!

@pragyagarg27

7 жыл бұрын

Absolutely Right Marie. I will definitely become a patron. Would you then help me fix the formulation so that when I sell it or courier it in different parts of India, it doesn't melt and doesn't feel like oil but cream? And also the product is not filled with a lot of preservatives or chemicals. I like my products free of sulfates, parabens and paraffins.

@HumblebeeAndMe

7 жыл бұрын

You'll need to increase the melting point of the product by including ingredients with higher melting points. More wax may work, but wax is sticky and tacky, and too much does not make for a nice product-but the feel may be different at a higher ambient temperature. This really isn't something I can offer too much advice on, it's a bit like asking how I'd make something on the moon!

What can I use instead of labdanum that I may have in my stock? Can’t see it in your encyclopaedia

@HumblebeeAndMe

5 жыл бұрын

There really isn't anything comparable, unfortunately. You can make it without it and it'll still smell nice, but labdanum is truly unique and divine. Happy making!

Try as I might I can't find an answer to this: Will using coconut oil (that is solid at room temp.) vs. fractionated coconut oil result in different a texture/consistency? I'm not sure if they can be used interchangeably? Ever tried the same exact same recipe using one over the other? Inquiring minds want to know! Thanks so much, I just love your style and all the effort you put into this channel. Les

@HumblebeeAndMe

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, it will, because one is typically solid at room temperature while one is always liquid at room temperature. I never use them interchangeably-I'd be more likely to use babassu oil as a swap for coconut oil, and squalane as a swap for FCO. You can learn more about all these ingredients in my Encyclopedia at www.humblebeeandme.com/diy-encyclopedia/ :)

Can u use extracts instead of essential oils?

@HumblebeeAndMe

6 жыл бұрын

No; cosmetic herbal extracts are typically not made from the same ingredients that create essential oils, and they are not created for scent.

Hi 🐝, I live in India and it's summer here. I love your recipes and videos However​ the body butters aren't that fluffy and fresh for me and they melt very quickly and give a feel as if one is applying melted butter and not a mostirising. What should I do to avoid this?

@HumblebeeAndMe

7 жыл бұрын

As per my reply to your previous question on the same topic; they will need to be re-formulated, and living in Canada with an ambient temperature around 15°C, that's not really something I can help with!

@pragyagarg27

7 жыл бұрын

And yes, in case I use any of your recipes​ with or without any reformulation I will become a patron that very minute even if I just make it for gifting.

can i use food color for soaps or butter

@HumblebeeAndMe

6 жыл бұрын

That depends a lot on what is in the food colouring, but generally speaking I would recommend sticking to ingredients designed for cosmetic/soap use.

Which preservative do you use?

@HumblebeeAndMe

6 жыл бұрын

Liquid germall plus, though this recipe does not require one. I've got an FAQ on this you may find helpful: www.humblebeeandme.com/faqs/need-add-preservative-recipe-long-will-last/

What happens if you don't put in the essential oils?

@HumblebeeAndMe

6 жыл бұрын

Nothing much-you'll just lose that scent note :)

Can u use scented wax for body butter

@HumblebeeAndMe

6 жыл бұрын

If all you know about the product is that it is "scented wax", I'd say no. You need to know exactly what it is (beeswax? soy wax? candelilla wax?) to know how it will perform. Additionally, the fragrance may not be skin safe if the product you have is a wax melt for scenting rooms or something similar.

Beewax is it same like beeswax beans for waxing?

@HumblebeeAndMe

5 жыл бұрын

I highly doubt it-molten beeswax on the skin would cause serious burns so it really isn't suitable for waxing. You just want plain, straight, 100% beeswax.

What is the beeswax for?

@HumblebeeAndMe

6 жыл бұрын

Thickening, consistency, adhesion, slip, and creaminess :) www.humblebeeandme.com/a-quick-guide-to-beeswax-liquid-oil-ratios/

I can't find labdanum anywhere?

@HumblebeeAndMe

6 жыл бұрын

I have a list of places to shop all over the world here: www.humblebeeandme.com/resources/.

I’m confused why this is a honey balm if it has no honey?

@HumblebeeAndMe

4 жыл бұрын

The beeswax smells like honey, so the end product smells like honey :)

So where is the honey?!

@HumblebeeAndMe

7 жыл бұрын

There isn't any-the honey scent comes from the honey-scented beeswax, just like the coconut scent comes from coconut oil, not coconut ;)

Why did you call it honey body butter if you used no honey?

@HumblebeeAndMe

4 жыл бұрын

It smells like honey due to the beeswax ;)

where is honey?

@cbrm3067

7 жыл бұрын

From the scent of the beeswax.

@cherokeehernandez9748

6 жыл бұрын

Actual honey attracts ants

...no honey...? ok...