kimkaseman
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I've read that you can't add zest to melt and pour because it will mold. But ppl seem to add it to glycerin melt and pour. Any advice?
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hmlove1218
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You're supposed to used dry zest so that there's no water inside the zest itself.
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I am so sorry that I forgot to mention that. Thanks HMLOVE!
I only shred the very top portion of the peel. I do not take the white part under the top skin. (If that makes sense )
I however, do not let it dry because if I do so, the zest dehydrates, discolor and look becomes hard ( unless you want it for a scrubby effect in the soap) I just use it for the great look of it. However, I use a little dry rosemary and basil for the scrubby effect!
Good luck! Do post pictures of what you make and let us know how the zest works for you
I only shred the very top portion of the peel. I do not take the white part under the top skin. (If that makes sense )
I however, do not let it dry because if I do so, the zest dehydrates, discolor and look becomes hard ( unless you want it for a scrubby effect in the soap) I just use it for the great look of it. However, I use a little dry rosemary and basil for the scrubby effect!
Good luck! Do post pictures of what you make
and let us know how the zest works for you Sure, DRIED zest can be added. As you can see from Khanjari's soap, the orange and yellow colors remain.
