That is good to know in order to know what to watch out for. I have never had a lye heavy batch, but many ashy ones. The best way to describe the ash is a layer of talcum powder looking stuff on the surface of the finished soap.
I would just like to introduce myself. I have been soaping for many years, and recently started venturing into the B & B part of it. Enjoy the rest of your weekends!! Prairie Chick