The Plain Elixir
The Plain Elixir is an independent editorial publication about cosmetic ingredients, packaging, water-free DIY formulas, and preservation limits. It is not a cosmetics company, shop, laboratory, dermatologist, formulator-for-hire, or continuation of any former business on this domain. Buying guides compare product types transparently; recipes avoid medical claims and do not assign untested water-based products imaginary safety.
Ingredient Guides
Carrier oils, waxes, antioxidants, fragrance, and supplier documents compared without cure claims or clean-beauty folklore.
Packaging Guides
Pumps, droppers, tubes, jars, closures, and material compatibility chosen for the formula rather than the shelf photograph.
Safe Formulating
Small water-free batches, percentage math, sanitation boundaries, patch-test limits, and preservation honesty.