K kbailey Member Joined Dec 8, 2011 Messages 9 Reaction score 0 Dec 8, 2011 #1 Hi- I am new to this hobby and I was just wondering if it is necessary to add a preservative to a hard lotion bar and exactly how long to expect they keep? Thanks!
Hi- I am new to this hobby and I was just wondering if it is necessary to add a preservative to a hard lotion bar and exactly how long to expect they keep? Thanks!
J judymoody Well-Known Member Joined Sep 28, 2010 Messages 4,979 Reaction score 1,294 Location US Southwest Dec 8, 2011 #2 If it's oil based with no water, then you do not need a preservative. The shelf life will depend on what oils you use. You can also include an anti-oxidant to inhibit oxidation of your base oils.
If it's oil based with no water, then you do not need a preservative. The shelf life will depend on what oils you use. You can also include an anti-oxidant to inhibit oxidation of your base oils.
