Lab in a Box Kit

Lab in a Box – Beginner Formulation Kit

Start your cosmetic formulation journey with the essential tools needed to measure, mix and test small-batch skincare products.

The Lab in a Box Beginner Formulation Kit has been thoughtfully assembled for beginners who want to practise good formulation techniques at home. From accurate weighing and temperature monitoring to pH testing and hygienic handling, this kit provides a practical foundation for learning how cosmetic products are made.

Each kit also includes our printed Beginner Formulation Guide, featuring equipment instructions, cleaning and sanitising procedures, pH meter guidance, a batch-record template and an easy 50 g Hyaluronic Hydration Gel practice formula.

What’s included

• Digital pocket scale — measures up to 1000 g in 0.1 g increments

• Digital probe thermometer

• Stainless-steel balloon whisk

• 100 mL glass laboratory beaker

• 20 cm stainless-steel double-ended laboratory spoon and micro spatula

• Glass stirring rod

• Digital pH meter

• Clear plastic transfer pipettes

• Printed A5 Lab in a Box Beginner Formulation Guide

The guide covers

• How to use each piece of equipment

• Safe cleaning, sanitising and storage procedures

• How to calibrate, care for and use your pH meter

• How to test and record the pH of water-based formulations

• Beginner weighing and mixing techniques

• A simple 50 g Hyaluronic Hydration Gel practice formula

• Troubleshooting tips and a reusable batch-record page

Perfect for

• Beginner cosmetic formulators

• Skincare-making students

• DIY formulation practice

• Small-batch product development

• Anyone wanting to learn more professional and repeatable formulation habits

Please note

Ingredients, batteries, pH calibration buffers, electrode storage solution, sanitising products, protective equipment and final product packaging are not included unless specifically stated.

The included scale measures in 0.1 g increments and is best suited to beginner practice formulas designed for this level of accuracy. A separate 0.01 g precision scale is recommended for ingredients used below 1 g.

This kit is intended for cosmetic formulation education and personal practice. It does not provide sterile laboratory conditions or replace professional safety assessment, stability testing, packaging compatibility testing, microbiological testing or preservative efficacy testing required before selling a cosmetic product.