Hi all! So I have been making batches of soap using Peppermint and TeaTree EO's and the soap just doesn't seem to hold the distinct scent like it should. I tried using carrier oil's such as Almond and Avocado oil which helped but still over time the bars lost their scent on the outside. I still have some sample bars of the same recipe (tea tree and peppermint) from a manufacturer that are about 8 months old and when I pick up the bars to smell them they still have a wonderful scent to them! Once I start using my bars in the shower the scent opens up but when I hand someone a bar of soap I want them to be able to smell it and experience the same scent without having to use it! Any suggestions or insight on why this is happening....
Hi all, I am looking at making a mens shaving soap bar.... Has anyone made a shaving bar before....if so what are some good recipes to start with? Thanks!
Thanks for the feedback... I have read mixed reviews about the For Crafts Sake "Little Shaver".... some people love it and others say it is rough on the soap. I will say I read more good than bad though. I also noticed Kangaroo Blue used to sell what looked like a nice beveler/planer but I dont think they are in business anymore. I might order the "Little Shaver" since that is all it seems like it out there and if i dont like it I'm just going get one of the cornering tools. Thanks for the insight! :-)
I use a 35% water solution... I'm going to try to turn the bars more frequently and put them into an air conditioned room and see if that helps Thanks for the feedback guys... I appreciate it!
Hi Everyone, So I have been watching some of my bar cure over time and some have been steadily losing its shape....the sides become curved and not straight anymore. Any info on why/ how to prevent this in future batches?? Thanks!
Hi All!! I'm new to craft server so please help me out people! I was just about to order a whole bunch of different essential oils to experiment with different scents but I figured before I went out and made a whole bunch of purchases I should inquire with all my good friends on craft server and see what everyone recommends. I am making a soap for men and looking for "Manly" essential oil scents... recommendations for essential oils/ soap recipes?? Thanks!!
Hi all! So im looking at making a mens shampoo and lotion. Looking for tips/ tutorial on how to make your own all natural lotion and shampoo that are geared towards men. Thanks!
I was looking to get a custom stamp done for my soap bars... Any ideas of good manufactures?? Feedback, advice, success/horror stories all appreciated!