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Hi Caner -- I'm an enthusiastic learner too! Reading, reading, reading. One day, I'm going to jump in!! I'm sure it'll be an exciting day for us when we get going! And, yes -- everyone we know is probably going to get some soap! :) The posters here are so experienced, so sharing, it's...

Since SallyB hasn't come back yet, I hope no one will mind any of my input or questions in this topic, but since I've been considering getting some metal containers to make as gifts, this topic is interesting to me. I was thinking that the metal container is going to heat up more than glass, as...

What would you use in those? I haven't made or test burned any soy containers in tins, only glass. Cotton square braid has been working nicely for me; for a 3" candle, I'd use a #2 if I was pouring into a jar. I'm wondering if there is a difference in burning in a metal container since I've...

Just looking around, I spotted these white tins, they're pretty ... http://www.papermart.com/White-Deep-Round-Tin-Cans/id=89269#89269 This domed lid type is different too (nice finish to them, I think) ... http://www.papermart.com/dome-top-round-tin-cans/id=20960#20960

Ionic silver is often referred to as colloidal silver, but it's not colloidal silver, as it does not contain nano particles, it only contains ions. Anyway, it kills bacteria topically, also makes a wonderful protective nasal spray during cold/flu season. I'm not sure what you are describing...

I'm guessing this is similar to transdermal that you can purchase as a liquid, is that right? The reason I ask is because I have some, but I never thought to use it for anything else than a quick splash now and then as a topical supplement.

Have you tried using an Ionic Silver spray?

This is interesting. I don't suppose they could be mistaken for little cookies ...?

I'd like to share some information here -- as for suppliers, there are many, but you may wish to choose one close to you, or one that might sell everything you need in one purchase -- it can take a little looking around at first. For seascape gel candles, I've found that medium density ("MP")...

There are several suppliers for gel candle making online. Do you live in the U.S.?

When I look up Optiphen Plus, I see that it's composed of Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, and Sorbic Acid, yet I can't find the %'s of each of these ingredients. I see that it recommends a 0.75 - 1.5% usage. So, I would say that if marketing a cream with this product if used at 1.5%, that a...

This is all very interesting to me ... thanks so much for your comments! I live in an area where there are many goat farms -- is tallow from this source a feasible option? Much more reading, exploring for me to do with this -- I first became aware of the palm oil issue a few years ago and the...

Thanks ... I'll read through those!

No, I'm not, but I know that there are varied points of view on this. A recent article I saw ... http://crunchybetty.com/time-to-play-whats-in-your-soap Is cocoa butter a good alternative to both palm and tallow?

I'm here learning and reading. I'm wondering if there is a collection of palm oil-free recipes? In an effort to reduce the use of palm oil, or of buying from sustainable sources, I'd like to find some palm-free recipes so I can begin this hobby sometime soon, but I don't care to support Big...

Although my post wasn't to prove anything, I do believe that VegeCide can work in some creams -- as for how long, under what conditions, I do not know; but I can't say it doesn't prevent mold in the creams I've made with it. I guess if it started to smell like flowers or puppy feet, I could...

LauraZ ... I just wanted to add here ... I don't know if anyone may have some reviews on this company (did not check that out), but saw these "ultra strong soy scents" on this website that may be of interest, so I just wanted to mention it ...

The only skin product I make regularly that requires a preservative is cream -- for that, I have been using a product called VegeCide (it's a natural preservative). I have some small amounts of creams that I've set aside for time testing, one of them is going over a year now and it hasn't...

That's great to hear! The gift aspect is a real advantage too! I have been using a very small amount of Vybar-103 whenever mixing 3/4 paraffin pillar wax and soy, mostly because it's supposed to help with opacity and scent throw. It looks like Vybar-103 is intended for waxes with a melt...

I did warn you that it was a weird recipe -- I can't find my notes on amounts though, just the ingredients. I wasn't going anywhere with it at the time, I mean, it turned out looking like dark (Pacific coast) sand, only a bit finer, and it was just for personal use. It turns out a medium brown...