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Hmm interesting, good to know! For some reason I always thought this was the reason you "super fat" CP soap? As in the lye monster gets the oils that go through saponification, but then leaves the "extra oils." Also thought it was the point of CP soap, in that keeping temperature down, would...

Hazel - Thanks so much. I use to go higher, i.e. 100-110 F range. But for some reason got in my head I should go cooler, think it was when I first started to get soap dust. My batches few years ago would gel (higher pour), but mine now do not. Knew there was a difference but honestly never...

Hi CaliChan, I am currently dealing with the same issue. :( I started a thread on the same subject just a couple of days ago. Some people gave some great suggestions. The thread link is below: http://www.soapmakingforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=33908

Hi everyone. Curious if anyone knows of retailers or distributors of soap (CP) ingredients or supplies in the Los Angeles area? Generally now I order from online. A few times have used an oil distributer in the Simi Valley area (I think it was called Natural Oils? not sure will have to find...

No worries at all!! You helped me with the proper term to search, appreciate it!! I see what you meant now and will dig through some of the threads. Honestly I am thrilled I have many things to try now. I was getting a little beat down by this ash issue. Love the forum by the way!! Thanks!

Because of my work I have isopropyl alcohol (also used to clean old tape machines) :D . Will look into if this is the same or can be used. If not will order some. Have so many things to try, I'm so excited to make soap, but err just noticed I am low on coconut oil. Time to order some...

Thanks! Actually I read the opposite somewhere. That low humidity was better, i.e. less soap ash. Maybe I misunderstood and they were just referring to soap making in general or was a bad source. Either way your example makes sense and will defiantly look into it. Thanks again!

Hazel - Thank you so much for your detailed response, appreciate it!! Thanks for the heads up on spritzing the top with rubbing alcohol. Will keep that in mind but would like to find a better solution, if possible. Makes sense about heat and just covering the top. Thanks for the...

Relle9 - Thanks so much for the speedy response!! Yes you are correct, guess the correct term is "soap ash." Had seen it both ways and wasn't sure which was "correct." Googling now and some ideas I have read are below and would be curious what others think. I'm just really perplexed by this...

Hi everyone, first post!! Sorry for the long post in advance just trying to explain myself and would love a solution to my issue. Thanks in advance for taking the time to read!! I have been making cold process soaps for 3-4 years. Recently past year or so I have been having issues with soap...