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I have subsequently used the same clays in other soaps with no spots. Seems to be a freak reaction, possibly from not mixing the clay in...

Yes, the soap smells lovely. Sorry that happened to you! I have used french pink clay, madder root, purple brazilian, etc. just fine and...

I had that happen in a batch with French pink clay and Moroccan red clay. No essential oil (because I forgot it). I'm not a very...

I second that - it shouldn't be DOS. Probably some additive didn't disperse/dissolve correctly and formed little clumps. Can you share...

If you just recently made your batch, it's unlikely to be DOS. What other additives are in your batch?

Thanks so much for the responses! I'll be so happy if this is not DOS. I can't understand why these spots would be bright orange like...

Hello everyone! I made a eucalyptus and peppermint soap the other day and saw these spots unfortunately. 15 pounds … also unfortunate...

Good to know, thank you much!

It looks to me like some stearic spots, maybe some TD spots, and some air bubbles. All are just cosmetic. Air bubbles are exacerbated...

Hi Your bubbles are different from mine :) they look more like solid then air, I do not have enough experience to know or even guess...

What @Ford said. I'm pretty aggressive after pouring batter into my molds. I'll pick it up 2 inches off the counter and drop it. Your...

Thank you, this is very helpful!

I work in a print shop; any print shop should be able to print and cut your labels for you. I shrink wrap my bars so I can't advise on...

Hello All! I'm new here and enjoying looking around at everything. So much great information. I'm sure this has been discussed but I...