Ok, so I've done a few simple batch's just to get the main process down and now I'm looking into adding FO's. I used to make candles long ago and still have many of them now. Most have to be around 5+ years old though, however they smell great still! (dark colored bottles and kept in a cool dark place) I've researched the manufactures website as to whether they are skin safe and to what % max can be added. My question is for FO's so old would there be any adverse side effects that I don't know about for use on the skin? Obviously I'll start off with small batches and see how that goes. I also have a few color "chips" that were also used in candle making and was curious if I cut slivers off and added them to the oils as they are heating up if they would also work. Just starting out so I don't want to buy a lot of stuff if what I have will work already! Not looking to sell anything, more for gift giving with the Holiday's approaching. The 2 sites I purchased from were bittercreek.com and cajuncandles.com if that helps any. Thanks guys, learning so much from reading as much as I can on this forum! Wonderful to have a place that has so much information!
Question about FO's
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judymoody
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Regarding the FOs, if the manufacturer says they are skin safe, I don't see a problem using them at the recommended rate. However, skin safe and CP safe are too different things. They might seize your soap batter or morph or fade. Current reviews of these fragrances might not be accurate if you're dealing with five-year old formulations.
Regarding the colors, I have no idea.
Regarding the colors, I have no idea.
FO that include cinnamon I would be warry of using. But most others are OK and skin safe even when old. I use a few that are 3 years with no problems.
Thanks guys! As far as color goes I'm not to worried right now. It jyst experimental at this point. My "safe" FO' are:
Coco Mango
Cherry
Rose petals
Cean mist and
Eucalyptus
My not so safe ones are:
Cinnamon
French vanilla (which surprised me)
Peppermint
Grandma's kitchen and
Strawberry
Looks like I will have fun at the very least! I figure if I screw up, no biggie. It'll all get used eventually!
Thanks for the help all!
Coco Mango
Cherry
Rose petals
Cean mist and
Eucalyptus
My not so safe ones are:
Cinnamon
French vanilla (which surprised me)
Peppermint
Grandma's kitchen and
Strawberry
Looks like I will have fun at the very least! I figure if I screw up, no biggie. It'll all get used eventually!
Thanks for the help all!
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