Essential Oil In Silicone Mold

[firefly16]

Hello, I am just at the melt and pour phase, but can anyone tell me the best way to remove the smells of essential oils from my silicone molds?

 

[snappyllama]

You can try to soak them in a little vinegar/water mixture to see if that works. I haven't found any lingering smell to transfer into my next soap though.

 

[Seawolfe]

If they are dishwasher safe, try that?

 

[The Efficacious Gentleman]

I also struggle with this. I only use my moulds for soaping and it doesn't seem to transfer to other soaps so it's not too bad if the scent is still there after washing - unless you want to make bread with the mould!

 

[shunt2011]

I too have the same probelm but haven't ever noticed any scent carry over into other soaps. Some of them are pretty strong smelling too. So, I just wash with a little soap and carry on.

 

[hud]

Has anyone tried the baking soda?
After using the soap and hot water I apply a good amount of baking soda, either I let soak for some time or I just rub it with sponge, it depends. It usually works very well for me.
For tougher smells I soak with vinegar at the end.

 

[shunt2011]

Yes, tired both and neither one remove it from the silicone except slightly. Don't bother anymore as I only use them for soap.