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Hey all, Does anyone know how to use benzoin resin? I purchased a small bottle to use with other EO's in soap making. Do I have to dilute it in water, warm it or just add it to the other eo's straight from the bottle. Thanks

Hello, I remember looking at a few EO blending charts in the past. I can't seem to find any. Can someone please direct me to one. It would be greatly appreciated. Thank you very much

HI ALL, JUST CURIOUS, HOW CLEAR, "GLYCERINE" MELT AND POUR SOAP PRODUCED? IT SEEMS THAT THE ONLY WAY TO GET CRYSTAL CLEAR SOAP IS TO BUY IT FROM A MANUFACTURER. IS THE FINAL PRODUCT KNOWN AS M&P CONSIDERED HP OR CP AND IS THERE A WAY TO MAKE IT AT HOME? THANK YOU

Hi All, Can someone give me a little info on superfatting with oils. I understand the lye discount aspect of superfatting, but how do i superfat with oils. I use a tablespoon of Castor in my 1 LB recipies. Is this considered superfatting? My main goal when making soap is creating a...

can someone either answer this or lead me to another post on this forum if this topic was already discussed. it would be greatly appreciated. I am relatively new to CP soap making. I have been doing it for a few months and so far, so fun, so good. THe one thing I am noticing is the...

HI ALL, I haven't made any color layered soaps yet. Is this possible with a 1lb batch of CP? Does anyone know of any links to tutorials to layer colors? thank you

Hello, I purchased some aloe vera gel. Is the proper way to use this as a substitute for water? and when adding glycerine to a batch, how much (per pound of oils) and when? thank you so much

Thanks for the info what kind of molds do you use? I suppose not plastic? Is pvc pipe acceptable since it is so thick or does it not work in an oven? thanks again

hello, can i get some info on cold process oven process soap making? What are the advantages and how it is done? thank you

Hi There and thank you for the advice. The more I read about the wonderful world of soap, I am starting to understand the chemistry involved and I believe you are right. The 1 lb batch did not gel all the way through. The outer edges and top are mostly opaque and the rest of the soap is...

yes, I tried the zap test and I did not get zapped!! Good sign huh? :)

Hi All, Can anyone give me some info on propyline glycol. I have noticed it as an ingredient in some of my store bought soaps and shampoos. I know it is a humectant and it can be used in many industries other than cosmetic. Does anyone out there use it? Like it? If so, How much goes into...

it might be a partial gel, b/c when I looked at it a few hours later, I could see the gel happening throught the middle of soap. I used a clear mold, so i could see it through the bottom. Than, the next day as it cooled, it got kind of swirly patterns as I speak of. By the way, what is the...

Temps were about 105. Can you explain why temps make such a big difference? I covered it with saran and the container had a lid and a towel. I did not place the film directly on top of the soap

10.5 oz olive 5.25 coconut 1 T castor 6 oz h2o 2.4 oz lye Too Heavy??? thanks

Hello, I made a 1 lb batch of soap from a recipe in a book. After letting it set and gel and harden, I unmolded and cut it. I notice opaque, white swirls throughout the soap and on top. The soap traced and was evenly mixed when i put it in the mold. The white parts are not crystalized. I...

Hello, After making CP soap and letting cure for a few weeks, is it necessary to test the PH? If so, what is the best way to test it? Strips, phenolphthalein? BTW, please just don't tell me to taste it :lol: thank you

Hi All, Can someone inform me about the "gel Phase." What is it? What are the benefits of gel/non gel? How do I know if it gelled? etc. thanks

Hello, I would appreciate some feedback on how to dispose of raw soap that did not turn out correctly. I read in a few books that it is still caustic. Can anyone give me some ideas on what they do to get rid of it in the safest possible manner. 'thank you for your time and advice

Hi All, I am new to soapmaking and as of now, I am just researching the craft. I was wondering how to determine which oils blend well together. Is it trial and error? Is there a way to blend oils and test out the blends before you add them to the soap process? thanks