soapermom Posted September 11, 2007 Share Posted September 11, 2007 ok I didn't wanna do any bases. Not thats there is anything wrong with them. I like making my own stuff, I just get great personal satisfaction.I ordered samples to try.. anyone know where I can find a creamy body wash base? I really prefer that over shower gel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmpressC Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 I've gotten GREAT response with BCN's Aloe Body Wash base. It gets thin when FO is added, but it lathers wonderfully and leaves a great feel on the skin. AND the price isn't bad at all. So for me, it's a great choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jami Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 I don't think I have seen any creamy body base. Every one that I have checked out have been clear. The closest I have come to making one look creamy is to use the JS Shower Gel base and add the pearlized foam booster from WSP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MySwirlingSuds Posted September 13, 2007 Share Posted September 13, 2007 I haven't tried this one yet, but it's on my wishlist because it looks like it would leave skin softer than the average shower gelhttp://www.newdirectionsaromatics.com/body-wash-base-cosmetic-base-p-575.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soapermom Posted September 13, 2007 Author Share Posted September 13, 2007 I haven't tried this one yet, but it's on my wishlist because it looks like it would leave skin softer than the average shower gelhttp://www.newdirectionsaromatics.com/body-wash-base-cosmetic-base-p-575.htmlcool it says body wash not shower or "gel"...shipping would prob kill me though. Shower gels havent impressed me.. drug store or naem brand. The body washes have. I wish I could dupe olay cream ribbons or St Ives Whipped silk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SassyLady Posted September 16, 2007 Share Posted September 16, 2007 I have used Mill Creek's body wash base. It stays nice and thick, is creamy and luscious. It's what I used till I started making CPHP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lifelace Posted September 18, 2007 Share Posted September 18, 2007 Hi there, that is sooooo funny! I was JUST going to post this very same thing! I'm on the lookout for a creamy body wash base, haven't found one yet so I've also been pearlizing shower gel but it's just nothing special KWIM. I DO like this recipe though from Scent Sanctuary using Foaming Bath Butter whipped with water and oil, makes an awesome creamy body wash (shower cream soap) BUT I've had it seperate after a few months (oil leaks out)...not too sure why! Maybe give that a try? I do add a preservative to that, even though it doesn't mention in the recipe.http://www.scentsanctuary.ca/recipes/shower_cream_soap_fbb.htmlMelany Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lifelace Posted September 18, 2007 Share Posted September 18, 2007 OOps, I forgot to ask the previous poster, I went to Mill Creek's but can't find a body wash base, is it the had and body soap? Is that creamy? Just wondering!Melany Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sisterkaren Posted September 18, 2007 Share Posted September 18, 2007 It is the hand and body wash base from MC. It is creamy. We started out with this base and orginally thought it got too runny when you add fo, we have tried many bases since and can find any that are as moisturizing. We started to add crothix to it and it is much better. I know those who make b&b from scratch have wonderful recipes, but right now we are concentrating on our candles, so bases are the way for us to go right now.. My husband used to have dry and cracked feet before using Mill creeks body wash and it cleared them right up. When he runs out (shame on me for letting that happen) and he uses the leftovers from Wallly World that are still in the cupboard and his feet immediately crack open again. That impresses me with MC bases. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
so-soy Posted September 18, 2007 Share Posted September 18, 2007 I second (or third) the liquid soap from Millcreek! Its awesome, its white and creamy-not a clear gel and oils mix great into it...I love that stuff! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luci Posted September 18, 2007 Share Posted September 18, 2007 This thread has me interested in the Millcreek after trying several that just don't cut it. But, I tried using crothix with a couple of them and hated it. Do the rest of you who use this base find you have to use crothix? That stuff was very icky to work with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lifelace Posted September 18, 2007 Share Posted September 18, 2007 I personally have never tried but I did read somewhere on a site that sells shower gel base that FO will thin it BUT you can just add a bit of regular table salt to thicken it back up.Melany Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jade Posted September 18, 2007 Share Posted September 18, 2007 I found the Mill Creek base to be thick enough after adding FO. I tried bases from BCN, WSP, & Greenleaf & found MC to be less drying. Shipping wasn't as bad as I expected & I live in New England. Customer service was excellent too. I just wish they had a clear base like it! LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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