jbren Posted May 13, 2008 Share Posted May 13, 2008 What is the general consensus on how to incorporate POP colors.Are they added directly to the soap, mixed with oils or glycerin?Mine arrived before I left for vacation and I'm jonesin' to try them out.Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
digit Posted May 13, 2008 Share Posted May 13, 2008 I have them, but have not used them.In my notes, I referenced this thread for use:http://www.craftserver.com/forums/showthread.php?t=70542I do have it on the list this week.Digit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbren Posted May 13, 2008 Author Share Posted May 13, 2008 Thanks Digit! I saw that AFTER I posted my question. should have searched first.I saw this question asked, but not answered...hopefully someone can pop in with the ratios?"What ratios do you use to pre-mix your colors? I have some glycerin, and some 2oz squeeze bottles. Should I put 1oz color in the bottle then add 1oz of glycerin? I'm very interested in a easier method, I didnt know you could do this! Certainly makes sense to me.:smiley2: " Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
digit Posted May 13, 2008 Share Posted May 13, 2008 From my notes, not experience, I have 1/2 to 2 oz to 16 oz oil or 1/2t to 1 oz. How percise is that? :rolleyes2 I think it really depends on the color and depth you want.They few times I used micas or powders, I took about 1t of oil and mixed it. Then added some soap from pot, mixed it, then added back to the pot.Some of the more experienced soapers will be by soon. Digit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbren Posted May 13, 2008 Author Share Posted May 13, 2008 Thanks Digit...I'm also pondering maybe using a bit of castor oil...I'm going to give it a try later if I feel better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted May 13, 2008 Share Posted May 13, 2008 Jbren, I use about 1/4 tsp to 3/4 cup of soap. If I'm going for shiny and sparkly (24K gold for instance), it's 1/2 tsp to 1/4 cup or so seems to allow me to keep the sparkles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbren Posted May 13, 2008 Author Share Posted May 13, 2008 Thanks a bunch! I just experimented with a small 2 lb batch. I used 5 of the 7 sample colors in my new silicone mold. I'll keep ya posted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meg_10 Posted May 13, 2008 Share Posted May 13, 2008 I used these pop micas in my f/o mix before adding it to my MP soap bases.If this is a no no, please let me know!! LOLWhat other options is there to mix into MP soap?Meg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbren Posted May 13, 2008 Author Share Posted May 13, 2008 I used these pop micas in my f/o mix before adding it to my MP soap bases.If this is a no no, please let me know!! LOLWhat other options is there to mix into MP soap?MegHey, if it's working for you...do it!I was asking about CP soap.The batch I made today, I just incorporated right into my emulsified soap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbren Posted May 13, 2008 Author Share Posted May 13, 2008 Just posted a picture of my first try with these! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tootie04 Posted May 14, 2008 Share Posted May 14, 2008 What are POP colors and where do you get them??tootie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted May 14, 2008 Share Posted May 14, 2008 What are POP colors and where do you get them??tootieTKB Trading. They're a form of micas that are pretty versatile and quite pretty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazycacti Posted May 14, 2008 Share Posted May 14, 2008 they are bright beautiful colors that we are ALL addicted to since someone was nice (or evil??) enough to host a swap!!think there are currently multiple pics in the gallery!!TKB is the supplier?seems enough people are asking questions now that everyone is talking about them that someone should host another co-ophint hint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mz.choize Posted May 14, 2008 Share Posted May 14, 2008 ^^^What she said, another co-op anyone?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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