MAKING BASIC AND LOVELY SOAP

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MAKING BASIC AND LOVELY SOAP

In this article, we will see Making Basic And Lovely Soap:

  • GENTLE

START TO FINISH TIME:
1 to 2 hours,
24 hours insulation,
4 to 6 weeks to cure 

SCENT: UNSCENTED

This is our go-to recipe for many reasons. It doesn’t take very long to come to trace, and it makes a gentle but cleansing soap that lasts a long time. We also like it because we can play around with natural additives to give it a unique look and smell.

SAFETY FIRST! Remember to wear your safety equipment and mix the lye water outside. Tell everyone you live with that where you’re working is off limits. Give yourself enough time to complete the recipe.

EQUIPMENT

  • kitchen scale
  • glass bowls
  • large spoon
  • large stainless steel pot
  • small zip-topplastic bag
  • mold
  • thermometer
  • parchment paper
  • stick blender (or hand mixer)
  • rubber spatula
  • blanket

INGREDIENTS

  • 360gr (12 ounces) Olive Oil
  • 330gr (11 ounces) Lard
  • 300gr (10 ounces) Coconut oil
  • 135gr (4,5 ounces) Lye
  • 370gr (12,5 ounces) Water

1. HEAT THE FATS/OILS:

In a large pot, combine the olive oil, lard, and coconut oil. Heat over medium-low heat until they are melted and incorporated. Remove from the heat and allow to cool to 100°F(38C°) to 110°F(45°C).
 

2. MIX THE LYE WATER:

Put on safety gear, including protective eyewear, a mask, gloves, and long sleeves. Outside, carefully add the lye crystals to the water and stir until dissolved. Allow to cool to 100°F(38C°) to 110°F(45°C). If the oils and lye water cool at different rates, you can use a cold- or hot-water bath in the sink.
 

3. PREPARE THE MOLD:

While the oils and lye water cool, line the mold with parchment paper.
 

4. COMBINE AND BRING TO TRACE:

When both the oils and lye water are 100°F(38C°) to 110°F(45°C), carefully pour the lye water into the pot of oils. Use a stick blender (or hand mixer) to mix for 1 to 2 minutes and then let the mixture rest for 4 to 5 minutes. Repeat mixing and resting until light trace.
 

5. MOLD THE SOAP:

Pour the soap mixture into the mold, cover with a lid or parchment paper and insulate with a blanket for 24 hours.
 

6. CUT AND CURE:

Remove the soap from the mold. If it seems too soft to remove, wait another 12 to 24 hours before removing. Cut the soap into 12  bars. Allow the bars to cure in a well-ventilated location for 4 to 6 weeks.
 
TIP: Remember to weigh ingredients carefully and wait for the right
temperatures before mixing the lye water with the oils. This will minimize the possibility of any type of problem occurring.

Sources / References

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Kelly Cable

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