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I have used BB's and WSP's. Both are good and smell very similar. BB's actually has more of an almond scent initially, but that note fades.

Hi KiwiMoose! So, I'll try to address some of these- maybe some others will chime-in with more input too. 1. Yes, you can substitute any SCS with SCI. SCS actually has a higher pH (which is worse for hair), so SCI is actually a better option (IMHO) than SCS. I never use SCS in my shampoo bars...

You could buy the ezine from Swift Crafty Monkey. It's worth it! https://swiftcraftymonkey.blog/product/one-shampoo-bar-four-ways/

I noticed this too. I guess they are making a shift toward current trends. Or something...

I bought a "press mold" from Cada Soapery. I also heat my ingredients, but I find it works well if you use plastic wrap in between the mold & syndet mixture. It's sticky, but it turns out better than the ones I try to shove into molds.

Yes, freezing will help. Have you tried sodium lactate? That may also help if you're not adverse to using it.

Me! Me! Me! I have young kids and I can't soap until after they are in bed. Plus, I'm a night owl.

Umm, I just did a one pound tester of it. I always soap cool and hand mix my FOs. All that being said, it did accelerate but not instant-seize type acceleration. No ricing or discoloration. So, not bad for a strong floral-just keep designs simple.

I soaped BB Grapefruit Lily over a year ago, and it's still strong. I hope you hear back from them on that scent. The Apricot Freesia is a sticker too, but you have to avoid gel. WSP's Frankincense sticks well. Their Nag Champa is super authentic & strong too. Sweetcakes Lilac is amazing. So is...

I haven't used the Leucidal preservatives, because I've heard from many sources (online) that their products are not working completely/failing challenge testing. However, I've noticed that most suppliers are recommending AMTicide Coconut as a secondary preservative for those utilizing Leucidal...

Like cerelife mentioned, I bought an extra mixing bowl and whisk to use on my stand mixer for my B&B products. I'm actually more worried about getting food in my products than vice versa. Priorities, ya know... :p

Just buy distilled water from the grocery store. There's no need for fancy water:) If you follow a recipe from the Herbarie (or is there another one you're looking at?), then you really shouldn't need to test pH. There are certain ingredients that do have a pretty low or high pH, but most of...

Hello there! How did you decide on this recipe for soap? Did you use a soap/lye calculator? It is unusual to use beeswax in such a high amount in soap, especially with coconut oil being the only other oil. Both produce really hard soaps, and coconut oil is a super cleansing oil, meaning it can...

Any of the recipes and ingredients offered through the Herbarie are generally going to be pretty gentle. The only surfactant I would avoid through them is the SCS (Sodium Coco-Sulfate)- it's not "bad" in any way, but it's pH is pretty high. Hope this helps!

I know :mad:

I had those moments of panic when I first started soaping too. Best thing you can do is always wear gloves, so you'll never stick an unprotected finger in soap batter again.

I also make shampoo with surfactants as opposed to liquid soap. Like DeeAnna mentioned, if you didn't like bar soap in your hair, LS probably won't feel too different.

@lenarenee I second SwiftCraftyMonkey's blog. I have been a $10/month subscriber for about 18 months, and I love it! Susan really knows her stuff (all the hows, whys, & how comes are answered) , and she doesn't publish recipes until the formula has been ssuccessfully created & stable. Plus...

Welcome to the (next) addiction :) I'm sure your lotion bars will be lovely. Sounds like a nice mix if oils & butters.

These are so magnificent. I am in awe! Best wishes to your sister- it sounds like the wedding will be a blast :)