cottoncandy Posted March 23, 2008 Share Posted March 23, 2008 I would like to make a batch with Pumpkin Pie Spice, using the real spice. I don't know if this will work, but we have a pretty big (for this area) show coming up this fall and I would like to get some made and ready. Can someone tell me if this is possible. I do not want to use any FO, just the spice. Will the scent come through and how much should I use. If the scent won't come through with just the spices, what is the best fo to use. Most that I have checked out say not skin safe, for candles only.Any and all help appreciated. TIACottoncandy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrandmaArial Posted March 24, 2008 Share Posted March 24, 2008 I use infused oils with herbs and spices with reasonable results, but I’m not looking for the scents in the soap so much as I like what they do to the soap. I did make Turkish coffee soap a short while ago that I supplemented the scent with FOs that is being received well. It has coffee, cloves and cinnamon with coffee, clove and cinnamon FOs and even though I used less than a total of 1% FO is almost too strong for me. You will need a LOT of infused oil to do it this way. And be careful with “hot” spices. The heat is in the oil and if you use too much it can cause some people discomfort. And it does tend to accelerate trace, so be ready for it. I infused 20% of the oil from my recipe but they were old spices I saved when cleaning the spice cabinet out. Fresh spice is going to be stronger. Add as much spice as you can get in the jar (glass) with the oil. Set it in a dark warm place for a week or two. Strain (a couple layers of cheese cloth works well). Use the oil as part of your recipe. I like to use olive oil to infuse with but any stable liquid oil will work. When calculating how much FO to use, I use about 25 to 30% of the recommended amount and find it boosts the scent of the infused oils more than enough for me. I don’t know what spices are in your pumpkin pie spice, I’m guessing it’s the same one I use, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, and all spice. WSP has a pumpkin pie FO that is “Pumpkin, Nutmeg, and Pie Crust” that is rated for soap. I would probably add some cinnamon and clove FOs to it. I got the cinnamon FO from WSP but can’t remember where I got the clove. You’ll probably want to do a test batch or two to find how much FO you need, and if you like the infused oil in it. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidsngarden Posted March 24, 2008 Share Posted March 24, 2008 Cinnamon will be exfoliating if you add it straight and also can burn. I don't think you will be able to use the amount of pie spice directly in the batch to get the fragrance you want without having it be too harsh on the skin. I recommend a good FO, but pumpkin pie will discolor! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaVSoap Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 I haven't had luck scenting with infused oils and herbs. But I also can't stand scratchiness in soap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbv1 Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 I agree, the spices can make the soap scratchy if you use too much. I got a Pumpkin Pie Fragrance Oil from the sage and have used it the past 2 years around the holidays. It smells nice and does turn the soap tanish but that is OK with me.http://www.thesage.com/catalog/FragranceOils.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mystical_angel1219 Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 Spices scare me in soap, unless it is a decorative element, like sprinkled on top. Certain areas of the body wouldn't be conducive to "spice" per se. Yikes. I can't even think about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenniejr Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 Spices scare me in soap, unless it is a decorative element, like sprinkled on top. Certain areas of the body wouldn't be conducive to "spice" per se. Yikes. I can't even think about it. I was thinking the same thing. OUCH!! The only time I use spices is to sprinke lightly on top as a decoration. Note: I never use cinnamon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cottoncandy Posted March 26, 2008 Author Share Posted March 26, 2008 Thank all you soapers for the answer to my question. I guess I will find a pumpkin FO, and just use the spices on top.Cottoncandy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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