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I’m assuming it was separating but it looked like it was melting right before my very eyes and I could see the oil moving in the mold. The only thing I did differently, or have been doing differently is adding citric acid. Some batches work and then others are a complete fail. I just made another batch without the citric acid to try out one of the Scent Memory fragrances I picked up. Soaped perfectly. I think it’s time to abandon the citric acid experiment.

Everything was going fairly well. This bath took a little while to get to the a thick trace but I eventually got there. As I was cleaning up and checking on things I noticed my soap looked like it was melting in the mold! This photo was about 30-45min after I poured it.

Oh man I really need to log in more often! I’m so excited about all of these new developments! Lol when can I order 🤣?!

I have’t been on in so long and wow what have I missed… custom FO’s?! 🤯 Gala Nights, Dusted Sheets, and maybe Up Close (vanilla gives me pause lol) sound like my jam.

That’s what I was wondering but didn’t know if that was actually a thing. It would be for my wool sweaters… because of course that is also one of my other hobbies. Lol yes, I’m familiar with lye (both kinds) and have been making soap for about a year and half. Still learning but very familiar with the safety requirements.

I’m back with a new question! As I was doing some wool washing, I noticed my bottle of wool wash was getting low and I happened to look at the ingredients. I stopped in my tacks when I read Sodium Hydroxide. All of other ingredients are normal soaping oils and so with the addition of lye how is it liquid and can I figure out how to make a batch for myself? ingredients: coconut oil, palm kernel oil, mountain spring water, usp lanolin, sodium hydroxide, castor oil, olive oil, jojoba oil, avocado oil, hemp seed oil, essential oils.

It’s funny we were just talking about this. One of the beauty companies I order from included this in my box, advertising their newest candle scent.

It is!

I froze it and used it in place of water. Don’t cringe, but it was I nspired by Holly’s Soapmaking on you tube.

Oh I believe it! There are also those who complain the sample isn’t big enough! I still remember being at farmers market with people who would sample almost half a jar of jam and say, “it’s okay.” Or those who say, “your 8oz jar is too big because I don’t go through jam that fast and I’d like a smaller sized jar.” It’s been almost 10 years and I still remember those people. 🤪. What they didn’t understand, that you and I do, is those smaller sized offerings cost more to make than larger sized items. I totally get it! I also wasn’t by any means saying send soap, I just responded to the size of her envelopes. If the scent didn’t change or dissipate too much on paper or be completely overwhelming, filling that with scented card with the need to know details. 💯💯💯

First, this forum is a wealth of information from incredibly thoughtful, encouraging, and seasoned professionals. I found myself down many rabbit holes reading the advice and the experiences from others. Unfortunately, I cannot help you with wooden wicks but I would suggest using the search bar to see what others are saying.

A fe weeks back I saw something similar but it was for soap samples, and it struck me as “oh that cute” and it was solely based on the size of the envelopes. As a consumer (I know I’m not the average consumer), I’d want to know some of scent notes and what products it would be available. Or maybe it could be a “sneak peak” for seasonal scents. I’m also thinking about how do I pick FO from companies that don’t send samples? I know what I like (woody, some floral but not sweet floral, citrus, etc) and what I don’t like (sweet, vanilla, baked goods, water, etc). I told you I’m not the average consumer 🤪😆. It’s more work, but based on the customer’s order you could include the sachets with you might like these. Again a lot more work in terms of time, but on your product page you could include links or images “if you like x, you might like y.” Then again, lesson learned from my jam company, less is more and too many options creates a certain type paralysis. Not sure if any of my ramblings were helpful but there’s my two cents.

I’m not alone!! 🥰

I made the mistake once of putting lavender buds in jam I made (for sale). It tasted great but looked awful! I also think I’m the only person in the world who is turned off by botanicals and stuff on top of soap, lol. I like it in photos and think it’s gorgeous but I hate the feel using soap with stuff. I know I’m the odd ball!

Infused calendula oil is on my list for this year. A friend of mine also has a ton of lemon verbena but I’m not sure how I can use that.

Yes I am using sodium lactate. I also did use green clay in the coconut milk soap I made. I will add clay to my next batches of goat’s milk soap. Ohhh, I will have to try this too.

Now that I feel like I have a good understanding of the soap making process, I’m in the mood to learn and experiment this year. Right now I’m playing with milk soaps. I started with coconut milk and loved it! A friend of mine has unlimited access to goat’s milk and so last weekend we tried our first batches. I’m still playing and using recipes from others to see what I like and how they differ.

Talk about a tease

I usually soap with a 10-15% water discount and I was diligently covering my soaps after pouring but I’ve stopped covering it and haven’t noticed any difference. At the end of the day I’m not too worried about it.

🥰🥰 Thanks so much! I just started making CP soap this year and so your compliment means a lot!

Trying to beat the soda ash has been a pain. I have been spraying 99% and I’m still getting it!

To everyone who’s given me so much wonderful advice and guidance over the past year! First I love using them, I love the way my bathroom smells after I shower, and I love the way they look. Everyone has been so generous with their time and knowledge whenever I have a question. Thank you, thank you thank you!!!! 🥰🥰

Thank God it wasn’t just me!

Yes, that one that also just changed their name.

There’s a certain wick company that is now selling soap supplies, term used loosely. I just watched the video and I just can’t with their “myth” busting. I know I’ve only been making CP soap since May but I watched and just kept thinking what are they talking about. 🤦🏻‍♀️