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It certainly does in my balms (in a good way!) but not really in creams or lotions.

I don't think emulsifying wax would have the same effect in a salve as beeswax - they are quite different chemicals.

The preservative issue does make lotions that bit more complicated! My understanding is that if you want to keep a lotion beyond a couple of weeks you must use an appropriate preservative - your supplier would be able to advise you on usage rates as each one varies. In terms of selling, in the...

How long did you cure it for greensara? I made a 100% coconut oil with 20% sf before and using it after 6 weeks felt quite drying. However I revisited it after around 12 weeks and it was still really bubbly but much more gentle. I wouldn't say I found it draggy though. I used aloe vera as my...

Ooh I like that one! Can't resist a colourful swirl!

Looking at the original, I'm wondering if the layers were poured horizontally in a loaf mould using separators rather than vertically. That way they would be able to see where they were swirling and achieve the uniformity seen here. And could still cut through horizontally to get the mirror...

Really pretty! (Adding to want list...)

Yes it would be great to match up entries with people here! Mine is number 7 in the international section. First time I've entered and it's been a great learning experience. For me the horizontal cut is where the beauty of this technique is so I don't understand why people wouldn't do this!

Wow. That is beautiful! I like the sound of your essential oil blend too, would never have thought to put litsea in that combination!

I've entered the challenge for the first time today. There is so much soap making talent out there the entries so far look amazing!

These look lovely! The next bit of excitement comes when you get to try using them!

I've made the 100% coconut oil with 20% superfat before. My experience was it took scent and colour beautifully and has a great bubbly lather but is quite drying on the skin. It also becomes very hard quickly so you need to cut it after no more than 24 hours really. But I agree you need to try...

Wow I thought the first one was great and the second one is even more amazing! Great job well done :)

Looks lovely :)

Sounds lovely. I'm with saponista on the sweet pea, had to give up on it due to the acceleration. Hope you have better luck with it!

I've been soaping for about 6 months now - i have to say i'm pretty addicted! It's great to have found the forum now to share ideas with like minded people!

Looks really nice, would love to shop at your stall! Good luck :)

I used black too and the top looks muddy :( but I haven't cut into it yet. But I agree it is as fun technique!

Thank you all :) I love the smell of litsea and lime too - hoping it lasts well in the soap!

Hi everyone, As a new member I just wanted to share a few pictures of soaps I've made recently! All are scented with essential oils, the first: litsea and lime, then lemongrass and ginger, then the cut bars of soap are grapefruit.:smile: