How long to cure olive oil soap

RatherLather · May 12, 2012

I made a batch of castile soap and a some olive oil/coconut oil and I heard olive oil takes longer to cure.
I am wondering how much longer, does anyone have a clue?

Iris Reola · May 12, 2012

I don't know for sure as I've never made 100% OO soap myself, but I know for sure that I've seen people throw around such things as "a good long cure" and "six months." Hopefully somebody can confirm for me.

Genny · May 12, 2012

My best feeling 100% olive oil soaps are cured for at least 1 yr. But usually I cure mine for 3-6 months.

Yvonne · May 12, 2012

I made mine last one in March, first week, now it's perfect to use, mild, hard, very pleasant

BluebirdMama · May 12, 2012

I made a 100% OO in December and it's still curing on my shelf.

judymoody · May 13, 2012

I made some on January 1 with a 40% lye solution. Tried it a week ago. Slime city. I'll try it again in two months.

jsolack · May 13, 2012

So if is the only concern about underage soap the slime? Or is it dangerous to use?

Iris Reola · May 13, 2012

From what I've gathered, it's mainly just the slime. Olive oil is a soft oil by itself, but cures over time to be a nice hard bar. It just takes longer than a soap with a mix of harder oils.