New soapers commonly ask, “can you make soap without lye?” The precise-but-contradictory answer is both yes and no. YES, you can make soap without ever handling lye yourself. NO, chemically-speaking, soap itself cannot be made without lye. Soap is made by blending oils (like olive oil or … See more
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WEBJan 11, 2018 · Step 2: Melt the soap base. Cut the melt-and-pour soap into cubes and melt it with the shea butter using a microwave or the double boiler technique. If using a …
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WEBJun 16, 2023 · Chop the soap base into large pieces. Put it in your Pyrex and melt it in the microwave or in a double boiler over low heat. Once melted, add your colorant, herbs or …
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WEBNov 15, 2023 · In the world of skincare, the allure of natural soap is undeniable. However, traditional soap making often involves the use of lye, which can be intimidating for …
WEBMay 25, 2020 · The former involves shredding the bars down, mixing with a little water, and melting them to a kind of paste. Afterward, you can add color, scent, etc. and push the soap batter into molds. You do need to …
WEBDirections to make: In a heatproof 4-cup (1-L) glass measuring container, combine the aloe vera powder, spirulina, water, aloe soap base and shea butter soap base. Cover the top loosely with a heatproof saucer. Place …
WEBJan 25, 2023 · Instructions. Begin by melting the glycerin, coconut oil, olive oil, and beeswax in a double boiler. Use a thermometer to ensure that the mixture reaches a temperature of 120-130 degrees Fahrenheit. Once …
WEBApr 24, 2021 · Step 2. Put the soap chunks into a microwavable bowl and heat in the microwave until melted. If you don’t have a microwave, heat it in a double boiler instead. Step 3 (optional) Stir in essential oils and …
WEBCarefully cut your soap base into 1 inch cubes and add 8 to a microwave-safe glass measuring cup. Melt soap base in microwave. Start with 30 seconds on high. Stir with a wooden craft stick, and then heat in 10 …
WEBSmall spritz bottle ( like these) filled with rubbing alcohol. Step 1: Cut the goat’s milk soap base into approximately 1 inch chunks. No need to be neat about it, just cut it up and …
WEBFeb 19, 2024 · Place the chopped soap base into your microwave-safe container. Melt it in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until it is completely liquid. Add any essential …
WEBOct 19, 2023 · Instructions. 1. Cut apart soap base cubes and place in a (pot for stovetop) or microwave safe container. I used the microwave to gently warm the cubes to liquid …
WEBStep 1: Cut the shea butter soap base into approximately 1 inch chunks. No need to be precise, just cut it up and toss the pieces into a small pot. Step 2: On low heat, warm the …
WEBAug 11, 2021 · Heat the Base for Melting. You can use either the stove or microwave oven to melt the base soap. It’s better to stick with the pan on the stove to heat the base …
WEBAug 7, 2023 · 2. When you are ready to melt your soap base, take your 1-pound block and use a knife or soap cutter to cut your soap into 1″-2″ cubes. This will make for an easier …