Soap Stamp

[tomahtashi]

Hi there!
I'm seeking help in finding a stamp that I can use for wax, clay, and soap bars.

For more context, this would be my first stamp. I figured I could use this stamp sort of universally (so to speak).

I found this stamp on Etsy. Is it worth it?:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1741039608/custom-clay-stamp-with-your-name

 

[AliOop]

If you use this with soap, you should put plastic wrap in between the stamp and the soap, or else the metal stamp face could cause DOS.

 

[Relle]

I only use my stamp like that for wax, stamping on envelopes.

 

[tomahtashi]

If you use this with soap, you should put plastic wrap in between the stamp and the soap, or else the metal stamp face could cause DOS.

What's DOS?

 

[AliOop]

DOS= dreaded orange spots, aka rancidity. It can be caused by oxidized oils, exposure to sunlight, and exposure to metal or other contaminants. Your soap should not be in contact with any metal other than good quality stainless steel.

 

[Ekuzo]

What's DOS?

You can search online for some images to get the idea ‐ there are plenty and it's hard to be mistaken with something else most of the time. Those orange spots can even smell like rancid oil if they get bad enough

 

[tomahtashi]

DOS= dreaded orange spots, aka rancidity. It can be caused by oxidized oils, exposure to sunlight, and exposure to metal or other contaminants. Your soap should not be in contact with any metal other than good quality stainless steel.

Wow, thanks for the forewarning. That info is invaluable. I wonder if my cutter (made out of metal) may oxidize my soaps faster

 

[tomahtashi]

You can search online for some images to get the idea ‐ there are plenty and it's hard to be mistaken with something else most of the time. Those orange spots can even smell like rancid oil if they get bad enough

I'll definitely keep that in mind. Thanks for the info

 

[Ekuzo]

Wow, thanks for the forewarning. That info is invaluable. I wonder if my cutter (made out of metal) may oxidize my soaps faster

I have metal cutters and so far haven't had issues. Maybe the time needed to cut the soap is not enough to affect it, or maybe the steel used for the board/wire is of good quality (which I highly doubt, especially the wire). It's most likely the short time they're in contact

 

[AliOop]

Soap cutters are supposed to be made with stainless steel wires, so that the soap doesn't come in contact with the kinds of metals that can cause DOS. I normally buy replacements for mine at music stores; an unwrapped stainless G string for a guitar is the right gauge and is much less expensive than buying the same thing from a soap supplier.