PLANT-BASED & SUSTAINABLE FORMULATION
THE FORMULATORS LAB®
LAB CLASS
FOCUSED FORMULATION CLASS
Learn One Formulation at a Time
Plant Jelly Balm
Learn how to formulate a 100% natural, plant-based jelly balm with a translucent appearance and smooth, cushiony texture similar to petroleum jelly—without petroleum, waxes, or preservatives.
This soft oil-gel glides easily over the skin without feeling heavy or overly greasy and can take on beautiful natural color from the botanicals used in the formulation.
You’ll learn how to create a stable, wax-free, anhydrous balm, understand how the ingredients form the unique jelly texture, and customize the base with essential oils and other oil-soluble ingredients.
Use this versatile formulation to create aromatic balms, massage balms, soothing body balms, and targeted comfort balms while helping soften the skin and reduce moisture loss.
Also included are three essential oil blend formulas: Muscle Comfort, Joint Comfort, and Calm.
Skin Type:
All Skin Types
Skin Concerns:
Dryness, Dullness, Rough Texture, Cracked or Chapped Skin
Formulation Type:
Anhydrous Plant Jelly Balm

This innovative plant jelly balm is formulated with wild-harvested saponins that help create a structured, gel-like network capable of holding oils in a smooth, jelly texture similar to petroleum jelly.
The finished balm glides effortlessly over the skin, leaving it feeling softer, smoother, conditioned, and moisturized without the heaviness of a traditional wax-based balm. The base can also be customized with essential oils to create aromatic comfort balms, massage balms, or a calming balm.
In this class, you’ll learn how to formulate a stable, wax-free plant oil jelly using this premium formulation system. Three essential oil blend formulas are included so you can customize the balm for different applications.
Key Benefits:
- Leaves Skin Immediately Softer and Smoother
- Helps Condition and Moisturize Dry Skin
- Helps Reduce Moisture Loss
- Supports Soft, Supple, Healthy-Looking Skin
- Excellent Base for Massage and Comfort Balms
- Can Be Customized with Calming Aromatic Blends
High Performance Ingredients:
- Wild-Harvested Saponins – Plant-derived emulsifying and structuring ingredients that help create the balm’s unique jelly texture
- Sunflower Oil – A lightweight, conditioning plant oil that helps soften and nourish the skin
- Essential Oils – Aromatic botanical oils selected to create comforting, warming, cooling, or calming blends
Scent Description:
A naturally aromatic scent created with 100% essential oils. Three essential oil blend formulas are included, allowing you to customize the aroma and purpose of the finished balm.
Color:
Transparent to naturally tinted, depending on the botanicals and essential oils used in the formulation.
INGREDIENT TRANSPARENCY:
100% Natural • Plant-Based • Vegan • Non-GMO • Palm Oil-Free • Sustainably Minded
Consistency:
A thick, smooth jelly texture that glides easily over the skin without the waxy drag of a traditional balm.
How To Use:
Suggested Usage: Apply a small amount to the desired area and gently massage into the skin.
CLASS SPECIFICS:
Level: Beginner-friendly. No previous formulation experience is required. Step-by-step videos, a detailed formula and procedure, and purchasing links for every ingredient guide you through making the product.
Category: Natural Skin Care • Vegan Skin Care • Anhydrous Formulation
Compare to Product on Market: Approximately $50
Ingredients in Formula: Ingredients are available in small purchase quantities from U.S. suppliers that ship worldwide.
*Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (from organic coconut oil), *Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Glycerin, **Quillaja Saponaria (Soapbark) Wood Extract, Aqua, **Saponaria Officinalis (Soapwort) Leaf/Root Extract, Tocopherol, OrIganum Marjorana (Marjoram) Flower Oil, Anthemis Nobilis (Roman Chamomile) Flower Oil, Piper Nigrum (Black Pepper) Fruit Oil, Menthol *organic ** wild harvested
Equipment: Scale, spatula, and mixer. An overhead mixer is recommended; a hand mixer may also be suitable for small batches.
Suggested Container: 30 mL / 1 oz jar or tube
Training Certificate: Certificate provided upon completion of the class.
Class Access: 3 years
Closed Caption: Closed captioning (CC) is available for all training videos.
Digital Access + Return Policy: This is a digital class with immediate access after purchase. Because digital materials cannot be returned once access has been granted, all class purchases are final and non-refundable.
TRAINING VIDEOS
DOWNLOADS
- Plant Jelly Balm Class Handout with Formula and Procedure
- 3 Essential Oil Formulas: Muscle Relaxer Essential Oil Blend, Joint Pain Essential Oil Blend, Calm Essential Oil Blend





Tenille Pierre –
I have a new found interest for aromatherapy. I am more conscious of the things that I put on my body and using more natural alternatives is the way to go. As usual, Joan is very thorough and explains the steps simply. I like that a little of this product goes a long way. It is 100% natural, suitable for most skin types and promotes softer and smoother skin. Most important, it works!
Patricia (verified owner) –
I finally made the topical pain relief balm. I was not sure about the process, but I trusted the process, and the balm came out great. It is creamy, and the texture is smooth.
Zamaris M Flores Soto (verified owner) –
Beautifull Final Product!!! I enrolled in this class to know how to make a Natural Jelly Balm version with the best scents. This formulation is very well explained (carefully explained). I am waiting for ingredients to make it. I can’t wait to make and use it for personal use. I want to make it with different colors also…