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Wow, that looks very good !

I think it is sometimes referred to as golden shea. So maybe that helps searching. Otherwise you might subsitute with shea butter.

I've seen some videos about soapmaking on YouTube. Just search for "making soap" or "soap trace". Maybe that helps.

Have you tried unrefined palm oil? That's orange so there's no need for coloring.

Wow, that looks delicious!

Paul, thank you for clearing that up. I'm glad I asked. :D Leo, don't worry. I don't see this as "my" thread. It's everyone's so we can share and learn from eachother. Just like I learn from your questions.

Aha, trace is something I do know. :D

Thank you very much for sharing your experience Paul. I still have one question: what do you mean by emulsification (when you add the goatmilk)? English is not my native language, so I'm trying to think when in the soapprocess it's called emulsification. :oops: Thank you for your patience...

Thank you for your answer. I hope Paul will have time to share his experience as well.

Hi, I read somewhere that Paul uses aloe vera to mix his lye. That makes me curious. What is the benefit of aloe vera in soap? I know aloe vera juice comes in different qualities. And most are very expensive. So I guess the aloe vera has a benefit otherwise it would be a very expensive...

For me it works to put the soap (including the mold offcourse) in the freezer. I leave it there for 2 hours (see what's necessary). Then it's much easier to take the soap out. I hope it works for you too.