Making handmade soap is both art and science. There are a few ways to make soap, including hot process soap making, but cold process soap making is my favorite. It involves mixing fats such as tallow, lard, mango butter, cocoa butter, and avocado oil with a lye water mixture. You can use almost any fat, both … See more
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WEBJul 2, 2022 · Prepare your mold and measure out any fragrance or color you will be adding. (For best blending of colors, mix some color into a …
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WEBApr 7, 2020 · Not only does the recipe eliminate the use of palm oil, which can be harmful for nature, but it also uses recycled molds. The main ingredients involved are sodium …
WEBFeb 6, 2021 · Learn how to make your own eco-friendly soap with natural ingredients and simple steps. Watch this video and discover the benefits of cold-process soap making.
WEBMeasure your solid oils into a stainless steel pan near your stove. Measure liquid oils into a bowl for pouring into melted solid oils. Measure water for making the lye mixture into a …
WEBSep 20, 2013 · Use clays, mineral powders, and dried plant material to color soap. Some of your base oils, such as olive oil, will impart a more yellow or creamy color. White and/or light-colored oils will create white …
WEBNov 9, 2023 · Step-by-Step Cold Process Soap Making Instructions. Making cold process soap at home can be a fun and rewarding experience. With a few basic …
WEBJan 15, 2024 · Basic cold process soap making supplies. Basic cold process soap recipe: beginner's Bastille soap. Step 1: Prep work. Step 2: Prepare the lye solution. Step 3: Melt and combine oils. Step 4: …
WEBMar 4, 2022 · Both cold process and hot process soap starts out being mixed the same way. The only difference is that cold process soap doesn’t have extra heat applied, so needs 24 to 48 hours in a mold to …
WEBApr 24, 2023 · Combining the water and lye will create a chemical reaction and the water will become VERY hot. Meanwhile, melt the oils in a saucepan. When the lye mixture …
WEBPlace in a turned off oven or other draft-free place and allow to set for 24 hours. Turn out the loaf of soap and slice into bars. Allow to bars to cure in a well-ventilated space for at …
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WEBApr 4, 2024 · Place the bars in a cool, dry area with good air circulation to cure. The curing process typically takes 4-6 weeks. During this time, water will evaporate from the soap, …
WEBStep 8: Unmould the soap. After 24 hours have passed, you are ready to unmould your first soap! If the soap looks still slightly wet and sticky, leave it in the mould a little bit longer. …
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WEBNov 1, 2023 · Combine tallow, olive oil, and coconut oil in a stainless steel pot and heat over medium heat until fully melted. Cool to 90 degrees Fahrenheit. 12 ounces tallow, 12 …