Orris Root Powder

[cdwinsby]

You could but I just usually mix the orris root powder in 'as is' into the lightly traced soap. Sometimes I add it to the pot of melted oils and mix well making sure all lumps are gone.

As for the essential oils, I always add those at a light trace.

 

[digit]

Thank you Cathy. So there is no technique or timing other than trace for it.

Your site is so wonderful. I need to go back and spend more time there.

Digit

 

[MikeInPdx]

Thank you Cathy. So there is no technique or timing other than trace for it.

Your site is so wonderful. I need to go back and spend more time there.

Digit

I totally agree....thank you for posting and thank you for including a link to your site in your siggy!

 

[kwahlne]

Good find Mike! I always see to do it, but never how. Which could make a huge difference.

I did find this about using dendritic salt to anchor with:
1 tsp per pound, add EO or FO to salt, dissovle in a bit of heated water, soap or oils. Add to product.

Digit

What is dendritic salt?

 

[digit]

What is dendritic salt?

Here ya go. http://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/Pr ... uctID=4786
I add FO to dendrite salt and add to sea salt to make it go further. (and sometimes stretch the mix with epsom salt) Never used it in soap.

Digit

 

[Molly]

Hi everyone, I was reading a thread about using orris root to fix the scent in soaps. I've never done this, but would like some help. Can anyone give me some pointers please? I would really appreciate it.

I have never used it for soap, I usually use benzoin which I find works well. i am in Ottawa area - do you know where to get orris root?? I need it for pot pourri??

 

[eargirly]

Here is a site with several recipes for scents with orris root added at trace. Seems they suggest 1/2 to 1 tsp per 2.2 pounds of soap, just depending.

http://www.cranberrylane.com/recipes-soaps.htm