julz81 Posted November 24, 2011 Share Posted November 24, 2011 So I want to look into liquid soap and see that you need KOH, I can't figure out what exactly it is, is it the same as lye?? Is it as dangerous?? I am avoiding making anything with Lye til my kdis are older, too dangerous. and for the life of me I can't remember what vendor is C&S?thanks for the help!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted November 24, 2011 Share Posted November 24, 2011 (edited) Yes, it's potassium hydroxide, a form of lye. C&S is Candles & Supplies. Edited November 24, 2011 by Scented Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
julz81 Posted November 24, 2011 Author Share Posted November 24, 2011 thanks Oh ok, guess I won't be making liquid soap then,, too bad really wanted to.. but don't want to chance having anything dangerous like lye til I get a locked room to work in... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Francis Posted November 25, 2011 Share Posted November 25, 2011 Not dumb questions at all. I felt EXACTLY the way you did regarding lye since I have two little ones. So I totally understand where you are coming from. But I was so intrigued that I just had to try it. So far, I've done two CP soap batches after the kiddos went to sleep, and I am super duper careful so that there's no way they could get to the lye or the uncured soap. It's a lot of fun, and I think my soaps turned out fantastic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moon01945 Posted November 25, 2011 Share Posted November 25, 2011 HI! I also have kids and do soaping. I make sure it is up high and locked up. I use my liquor cabinet for these. As long as you are responsible with it you should be fine. I treat it like any chemical in the house. I don't want them touching bleach or cleaners either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tlc26 Posted December 3, 2011 Share Posted December 3, 2011 you could make a liquid soap using liquid surfactants instead of the lye. It is a different kind of liquid soap but still making soap. try here for info, recipes, and ingredients http://www.makingcosmetics.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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