| Making Your Own Natural Soap |
| Written by Jeffrey Jackson | |
| Sunday, 25 April 2010 | |
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With the many health benefits of natural soap, it's no wonder why so many have turned the process into a new hobby. When you're just starting out, a soap making starter kit might be just the thing to get you going. If you're already past that stage, get the recipe and soap supplies you need and try either the hot or cold method.
With the many health benefits of natural soap, it's no wonder why so many have turned the process into a new hobby. When you're just starting out, a soap making starter kit might be just the thing to get you going. If you're already past that stage, get the recipe and soap supplies you need and try either the hot or cold method. Natural Soap Starter Kits All the soap supplies you need will be in a soap making starter kit. This is especially convenient for the new beginner, and with detailed instructions you will never be lost. Pick up a kit from a craft store or order one online, and get started as soon as you want. Melt and Pour Soap is what you'll most likely find in these starter kits. Just as its name indicates, you melt the glycerin, and pour it into the molds. Using your microwave makes the process even simpler. The Hot Process When making natural soap using the hot process, be prepared for a few hours of heat. Mix your soap supplies and ingredients over the stove in a double boiler or stock pot, and cook for several hours. Finally, pour into molds. The nice thing about the hot method is that because of the cooking process, it expedites the time it takes for your soap to cure. On the downside, some of the valuable glycerin is lost while the mixture is heated over the stove. Soothing the skin by pulling moisture right out of the air, glycerin is one of the most valuable components of natural soap. The Cold Method Choose your recipe wisely - one that is easy and in which others have been highly successful in the past. After going over your soap supplies, line the soap container you will be using with parchment or wax paper, or plastic wrap. Use a glass measuring cup to measure ingredients exactly. Find an easy recipe that others have been successful with. After setting out your soap supplies, line the container(s) you will be using with plastic wrap, wax paper, or parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, add the lye to the distilled water and take caution - lye causes heat, and there will be fumes. In a microwavable dish, melt the oils and add to the lye-water mixture. Pour entire contents into lined container(s). After firm, cut soap into bars and allow to cure for the indicated time. Use soap within a year, and enjoy. The Article Author: Rainshadow Labs Specializes in Intuitive Essential Oilsaromatherapy essential oils, essential oils and wholesale soap making supplies. We are passionate about Oraganic Essential Oils and soap and candle making, and we love to help people feel and look young again. Come visit anytime. |
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