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How long does your soap last? I keep forgetting to document each time I use a bar to gauge how long it last. :crazy: I will try to record the date when I start using a new bar. I believe my HP bars last about one week when my husband and I both use the same bar and shower 1-2 times each day...

Does anyone know whether or not using organic essential oils makes a noticeable difference than using non-organic ones in soapmaking? I have Now brand (Non Organic) and lots of Young Living and Mountain Rose Herbs (both organic) essential oils. I feel like I'm wasting my YL and MR oils when I...

Hi, If I am using goat's milk, heavy whipping cream or yogurt, do I need to add it somewhere on the lye calculator? I see options for Goat Fat on one and Goat Tallow on another. Is milk, cream and yogurt considered the same thing as the Fat options on the calculator. Or is that Fat/tallow...

Hi, When is a zap test suppose to be done on CP? I've seen/read many soapers do it just before or after pouring in the mold, immediately after unmolding and/or after the complete curing process. I was wondering why one would be done before the cure when using the CP method. Also, if a...

Hi everyone, I've been searching for stainless steel pots/saucers with a handle and pour spout for soap making (that don't cost a fortune). The few at a reasonable price are labeled as stainless steel but in the description, aluminum base (or something along those lines) is also listed as the...