Ever wondered how bath and body products are made?
Curious if you could make your own, right from your kitchen?
Well you can, and it’s time to treat yourself, and perhaps even discover your new hobby: making skincare!
This hands-on workshop is the perfect blend of practical learning and feel-good fun. Whether you’re curious about how bath and body products are made, want to try something creative, or are simply looking for a relaxing and inspiring way to spend a few hours, you’ll love this experience.
You’ll make five beautiful bath and body products that will turn your home into a day spa. A luxurious pamper pack filled with handcrafted treats, perfect for gifting… or keeping all to yourself (no judgement here!).
No experience needed. Just bring your curiosity, a willingness to get a little bit messy and a desire to have silky soft skin. By the end, you’ll walk away with your own handmade goodies and the confidence to keep creating at home.
Come solo or bring a friend. It may even be a nice treat for your mum!
It’s a fun, feel-good workshop you won’t want to miss. Numbers are limited to 30.
Workshop Date: Saturday 10th May 2025
Time: 9:30am - 12:15pm
Location: The Kotoda: 131 Hill Street, Carrington, NSW
Skill level: Suitable for all skill levels, especially beginners
Ages: While the class is aimed at adults, teens aged 13+ are welcome to join
Bring your phone or your camera, you will be so happy with what you create, you will want to snap a few pics!
Ever wondered how bath and body products are made?
Curious if you could make your own, right from your kitchen?
Well you can, and it’s time to treat yourself, and perhaps even discover your new hobby: making skincare!
This hands-on workshop is the perfect blend of practical learning and feel-good fun. Whether you’re curious about how bath and body products are made, want to try something creative, or are simply looking for a relaxing and inspiring way to spend a few hours, you’ll love this experience.
You’ll make five beautiful bath and body products that will turn your home into a day spa. A luxurious pamper pack filled with handcrafted treats, perfect for gifting… or keeping all to yourself (no judgement here!).
No experience needed. Just bring your curiosity, a willingness to get a little bit messy and a desire to have silky soft skin. By the end, you’ll walk away with your own handmade goodies and the confidence to keep creating at home.
Come solo or bring a friend. It may even be a nice treat for your mum!
It’s a fun, feel-good workshop you won’t want to miss. Numbers are limited to 30.
Workshop Date: Saturday 10th May 2025
Time: 9:30am - 12:15pm
Location: The Kotoda: 131 Hill Street, Carrington, NSW
Skill level: Suitable for all skill levels, especially beginners
Ages: While the class is aimed at adults, teens aged 13+ are welcome to join
Bring your phone or your camera, you will be so happy with what you create, you will want to snap a few pics!
Here's what we will make
Shea Butter Lip Balm
Learn how to create a rich and nourishing lip balm using shea butter and natural plant oils. Discover how to balance ingredients for the perfect glide over the lips.
Bath Tea and Body Soak
Get hands-on by crafting luxurious bath soaks and botanical bath teas, blending salts, dried flowers, and essential oils for a relaxing experience.
Rose Clay Face Mask
Explore the benefits of natural clays and how to customise face masks for different skin types.
Apricot Rose Body Scrub
Master the art of creating exfoliating body scrubs, incorporating organic plant oils and while understanding the importance of preservation to maintain freshness.
Meet your tutor
Hi, I’m Racheal! Your new best friend in this wonderful world of making skincare!
I’m a certified skincare formulator with a love for helping others create their own products. With a background in corporate education, I’ve spent years designing and delivering learning experiences. Now, I combine that expertise with my love for skincare formulating and teaching workshops where you’ll not only learn how to craft your own skincare but also gain the confidence to make it again and again at home.
Learn Formulation Basics
Understand the basics of DIY skincare formulation, including safety, essential tools and equipment.
Explore Ingredients
Understand key ingredient types and their roles in bath and body care.
Suitable for all levels
This workshop is perfect for beginners and those with some experience in DIY skincare who are looking for inspiration and to refresh skills.
Create and Experiment
Get hands on experience making your own skincare and take home four beautiful quality bath and body products you’ve made yourself!
About the Venue
The Kotoda mission is to create relaxed, joyful opportunities for people to restore, learn, and connect.
Kotoda hosts weekly art workshops, lessons and social events in a beautiful warehouse studio in Newcastle, NSW. Established in 2023 by Tab Tworek and Sally Gunn, two Newcastle locals, gifted artists, and educators. Kotoda is a welcoming place to practice your art and be creative at your own pace.
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Make your own handcrafted skincare products
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