About Kristina Marković – DIY Skincare & Sustainable Beauty FormulatorATOR

My journey began back in medical high school, when I mixed my first face mask using yogurt and cucumber. It was messy, simple, and unforgettable — the spark that lit everything that came after.

As my career in environmental protection evolved, I found myself craving something more hands-on and sensory — a slower, more personal rhythm of creating. Not instead of my work in ecology, but alongside it.

That’s when I discovered aromatherapy — and the transformative world of DIY sustainable skincare.

Seven years ago, I enrolled in my first aromatherapy course. That one decision changed everything. I began crafting my own cosmetics at home, blending simple, plant-based ingredients into products that felt both nourishing and luxurious.

One of my earliest creations was a rose macerate. I had picked fresh roses from my friend’s garden — their scent was so beautiful, I couldn’t bear to let it fade. So I dried the petals by hand and gently infused them in jojoba oil. That jar became my very first macerate — sun-warmed, fragrant, and unforgettable.

From Curiosity to Expertise

To guide you with confidence, I’ve combined science, tradition, and structured learning — but also countless hours of joyful experimenting:

• Degree in Ecology — 25+ years of protecting nature taught me to view every ingredient through the lens of sustainability.
• Certified Aromatherapist — I still remember the intoxicating scent of ylang-ylang in my very first blend. I’ll never forget the magical moment when oils finally met water with the help of an emulsifier — it felt like pure alchemy.
• Introductory Herbal Course — deepening my connection to plants and their evidence-based uses in skincare.
• Organic Skincare Formulation — learning how to craft products that are natural, stable, and truly in harmony with the skin.
• Anti-Aging Formulation — I came to realize what my skin truly needs: gentle yet powerful botanicals like rosehip and niacinamide, which now rival the “high-tech” creams I once used to buy.

I’m constantly learning and evolving. By attending workshops, seminars, and staying up-to-date on trends in natural beauty, I provide you with innovative techniques and ideas to confidently create your own skincare products.

Keeping This Blog Alive

Formulating natural skincare is where this journey began — but learning how to share it online opened a whole new chapter.

I taught myself how to build and grow a living blog from scratch: writing content with purpose, learning SEO strategies that actually work, and designing a space that reflects my values. It wasn’t always smooth sailing, but it was worth every late night and every Google search.

Today, this blog is not just a journal of my DIY creations — it’s also a growing resource for like-minded readers who want to create, learn, and share.

And because I know how overwhelming blogging can be at first, I openly share the tools I personally use and love — from SEO to hosting. If you’re on a similar path, you’ll find my favorite blogging tools linked throughout this site.

What You’ll Find Here

Whether you’re blending your very first balm or experimenting with advanced textures like oleogels, this is a space made for curious, conscious creators. Here’s where to start:

• DIY Skincare Ingredients – Explore guides to oils, butters, clays, glycerites, and macerates. Every ingredient has a story, and learning how to work with them is the first step toward meaningful, skin-loving formulas.
• DIY Skincare Recipes – From lip balms and serums to creams, body butters, shampoo bars, and shower oils — with options for beginners and intermediates alike.
• Sustainable Beauty Practices – Refillable jars, zero-waste swaps, and seasonal rituals that keep your skincare routine in tune with nature.

You’ll also find troubleshooting tips, equipment suggestions, and seasonal herbal inspiration — so you can feel confident in every batch.

Curious where to begin? Take a stroll through the blog.

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