The 420 Formulator

Mike Harmon is The 420 Formulator. An experienced Naturopathic formulator who creates professional skincare formulations with a cannabis twist. You will find easy-to-follow instructions for you to make your own cannabis-infused skin care at home. #DIY skincare

Joined: 24 July 2023
Articles: 59

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Natural Preservatives in Cosmetics

A woman shrugging her shoulders with a confused expression.

What are natural preservatives in cosmetics? Discover safe, effective options for your skincare products and DIY formulations.

Essential Oils, Aromatherapy

5 Hidden Gem Essential Oils for Cannabis Skincare

A bottle of essential oil beside clary sage, myrrh resin, elemi resin, black spruce twigs, hinoki wood shavings, and a cannabis leaf.

When you’re making your own cosmetic products, picking the right essential oils for cannabis skincare really matters. It can totally change how your products feel and work! Sure, we all know about popular oils like Lavender and Tea Tree, but…

Infused Oils, Cannabis Products

Massage Oil: Discovering the Benefits of Cannabis Infusion

A bottle of cannabis-infused massage oil with essential oil bottles, cannabis leaves, a towel and candle all set in a Victoria gym with stained glass windows.

There’s absolutely nothing wrong with picking up a pre-blended massage oil or enjoying one during a spa session. But we can do so much more than that. Why limit yourself to just receiving them as part of a massage? You…

Terpenes, Aromatherapy, Herbs

26 Cannabis Terpenes: Benefits and Aromatherapy Uses

A close-up of a cannabis plant with essential oil bottles and fresh plants in the background, all sources of cannabis terpenes.

Discover top cannabis terpenes like Bisabolol & Valencene, their health benefits, best strains, and which essential oils are good sources.

Actives, Aromatherapy, Essential Oils

Hydrosols for Skincare: Aromatherapy’s Herbal High

A row of 6 clear glass bottles with various hydrosols in and the plants in front.

Discover hydrosols for skincare. Steam-distilled plant waters that hydrate, soothe, and balance. Learn their benefits, uses, and how to spot fakes.

Cannabis Products, Edibles

Top 5 Mistakes When Making Cannabis Edibles + Easy Fixes!

A messy kitchen counter with burned biscuits, spilled canna butter, and limp gummies shows the common mistakes when making cannabis edibles at home.

Avoid these 5 common mistakes when making cannabis edibles at home! Discover expert tips to enhance potency, flavour, and so much more.

Gels, Toners & Cleansers, Cannabis Products

Skin Glow: DIY Cannabis-Infused Face Mask for Radiant Skin

A relaxed woman lying down on folded towels is wearing a cosmetic face mask. Beside her is a cup of tea.

As the frost melts away and spring blooms, your skin deserves a fresh start, too. Winter often makes our skin feel dry and lifeless, but thankfully, Mother Nature has a solution, particularly with the aid of cannabis. Enter the cannabis-infused…

Vegetable Oils, Aromatherapy, Creams & Lotions

Unlocking the Power of Oat Oil Cannabis Skincare

A wooden table with a small sack and jar of oats alongside a corked bottle of oil and a dropper bottle of oil, with cannabis leaves and buds alongside.

Discover the ancient roots of Oat Oil Cannabis Skincare, its skin-soothing benefits, and a straightforward DIY recipe for your next topical product.

Balms & Butters, Cannabis Products

Solid Facial Oil with Mango Butter, Grapeseed Oil and Cannabis

A metal tin with solid facial oil in it with fresh mangoes and cannabis leaves nearby.

Discover this easy-to-make Mango & Grapeseed Solid Facial Oil - a natural DIY skincare product with benefits for hydration and anti-aging.

Infused Oils, Aromatherapy, Equipment, Herbs

Best Way to Make Herb-Infused Oil with the POT by NOIDS

A POT by Noids herbal infuser overlaid on a fresh green salad with nuts and a spoon of herb-infused oil being drizzled over it.

Herb-infused oils have become a staple in kitchens and wellness routines, offering a delightful blend of flavour and health benefits. Herb-infused oils, made by steeping dried herbs in a carrier oil, enhance cooking and add natural healing benefits, especially when…