Soap Making

fragrance oil

How Much Fragrance Oil For Soap Making

The amount of fragrance oil that you are adding to your soap recipe plays a crucial role in making the finished soap retain its scent. Use 0.8 ounces of fragrance oil per pound of soap if you desire a strong scent. This is roughly 2 teaspoons of fragrance oil for each pound of soap base….
jojoba-beads

Jojoba Beads Vs. Microbeads

Jojoba beads and microbeads are products many people are familiar with or have at least previously heard about. The jojoba is the natural and preferred choice when it comes to exfoliation, and microbeads are the artificial ones that are known for having the most negative aspects. The two are found in beauty products used primarily…
exfoliants

What Can Be Used as Exfoliants In Soap?

If you want to maintain smooth, soft skin then exfoliation is a must when it comes to your soap. When you exfoliate it helps remove dead skin, oil and dirt and can really help you level up your skin quality and appearance. The type of exfoliant you put in your soap usually depends on what…
cold process soap

How Do You Make Cold Process Soap? (Beginners Guide)

You can make cold process soap at home with quality ingredients and the oils, essential oils, colorants, and designs that you choose. This process is not as difficult as you think it might be, and you can get started rather quickly with a limited amount of equipment and reasonably easy-to-find supplies. Making your own soap…