Dos

[judy F]

I have seen the term "DOS" and I know it is a bad thing! but what exactly is DOS?

 

[100%Natural]

DOS stands for Dreaded Orange Spots which is a term used to describe soap that has gone rancid. It will appear in your soap literally as orange spots. It usually stems from using rancid oils and/or improper storage (too humid).

Should you ever discover DOS in any of your soaps be sure to discard them. They're no longer viable or safe to use IMO.

 

[judy F]

thank you!

 

[theath2010]

Some articles I've read have said that DOS is unsightly but still ok to use. I guess it would depend on how bad it is in your own opinion. I haven't had DOS on any of my own soap so I can't say if I've used it and had ok results.

 

[nebetmiw]

It is not the soap that is rancid but one of the oils. It will not effect the soap for use but it does not look good when selling.

 

[savonierre]

I have read that you should wash any areas of shelving that the DOS soap touched..