Soap Making|
Nov
13
Kristen G asked:
I am attempting to make soap using a 3D contoured soap mold. I want something to be affixed to the top when finished. I know how to add items to soap when they are in a standard mold before they are set, but how to I accomplish this with a two-piece mold?
I believe when using a 3D mold, the outside surfaces are actually encased (not exposed) by the two-piece mold and not actually exposed until set. In other words, you pour the soap into two separate cavities and they are bound together until the soap sets. An example of what I am speaking about can be found at the following webite: http://www.herbalaccents.com/3dsoapmolds.htm
ARTHUR
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I am attempting to make soap using a 3D contoured soap mold. I want something to be affixed to the top when finished. I know how to add items to soap when they are in a standard mold before they are set, but how to I accomplish this with a two-piece mold?
I believe when using a 3D mold, the outside surfaces are actually encased (not exposed) by the two-piece mold and not actually exposed until set. In other words, you pour the soap into two separate cavities and they are bound together until the soap sets. An example of what I am speaking about can be found at the following webite: http://www.herbalaccents.com/3dsoapmolds.htm
ARTHUR
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Nov
11
Filed Under (Do It Yourself (DIY)) by Kert
cheesydo asked:
I mean the fragrance oils that you burn in a oil burner. I found some that smelled amazing in a perfect sized bottle and I was wondering if I could use that when making soap.
MARC
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I mean the fragrance oils that you burn in a oil burner. I found some that smelled amazing in a perfect sized bottle and I was wondering if I could use that when making soap.
MARC
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Nov
11
Filed Under (History) by Kert
Renee Vailes asked:
I run across people all the time that ask questions about the lye in our handmade soaps. Some come away with a new understanding of soap making, others just turn up their nose.
Lye is essential to the art of soap making. It has been used for literally thousands of years to make various kinds of soap across every continent. Handmade soap has its origins in ancient history.
Although it is believed by many that soap’s history actually began around 2800 B.C. in Babylonia (where historians found a barrel containing a soap-like substance), undeniable proof of soap’s existence was first provided by a Mesopotamian clay tablet dating back to 2200 B.C. with an actual soap recipe inscribed on it. The ancient soap making technique described mixing potash and oils to form a cleansing agent.
It’s almost a given that Egyptians would also make some type of soap or cleanser. Egyptian manuscripts describe a substance created by combining animal fats and vegetable oils to create a soap-like base. The documents from approximately 1500 B.C. go on to explain another type of soap that is used in the production of wool.
Around 200 A.D. the ancient Greeks were said to have used an ash mixture to clean their statues and pots. The Gauls and Romans also made soap with animal fat, beech tree ashes and Goat’s Milk. The goat’s milk seems to have been their favorite, and I can understand why! They made both hard and soft soap products.
Today, soap is made from vegetable or animal fats and an alkali. In the past however, people made their own soap from animal tallow and wood ashes. Regardless of who first created the concoction, it was undoubtedly used in Rome. This is an established fact because a soapmaker’s shop was discovered within the rubble of Pompeii after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. The Romans often used soap as a cosmetic. It was quite popular with the ladies, for they used it to dye their hair red. Plant extracts were probably used to acquire this color.
By 600 A.D. soap making guilds were formed and the modern formula for the soap that we use today was created.
The Hebrews used a salt base when creating their cleanser. This salt, used in a similar manner by many ancient cultures, could be found quite easily in their local lakes. They used the salt to create the alkali called for in the recipes.
By the eighth century, it is documented that there were soap factories in Italy and Spain. It was not until the twelfth or thirteenth century that this industry was embraced by France. France then passed on the tradition to England. The French made their soaps almost exclusively from olive oil, while the English delved into many different kinds of soap.
The Industrial Revolution forever changed the commercial production of soap. People stopped making it at home and started buying it from a catalog or store. Although, poor people did still make their own soap from wood ash and animal fats.
Today, lye is a product on the “hit list” because it is used in methanphetamine production. You can’t just buy it at the store like we did 30 years ago. It must be ordered or bought from a supplier with plenty of paperwork to go along with it! But, it’s still possible to make your own inexpensive and all-natural soap at home. You can make it from scratch with lye and soybean, coconut or olive oils, or you can order a rebatching base from a reputable supplier.
Either way, natural glyercin soaps are the way to go! Commercial soaps are more detergent than moisturizer these days. Vegan or at the very least, all natural, ingredients are best. Make your own soap or buy from soap-makers like me — and be kind to your skin!
MORTON
I run across people all the time that ask questions about the lye in our handmade soaps. Some come away with a new understanding of soap making, others just turn up their nose.
Lye is essential to the art of soap making. It has been used for literally thousands of years to make various kinds of soap across every continent. Handmade soap has its origins in ancient history.
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Although it is believed by many that soap’s history actually began around 2800 B.C. in Babylonia (where historians found a barrel containing a soap-like substance), undeniable proof of soap’s existence was first provided by a Mesopotamian clay tablet dating back to 2200 B.C. with an actual soap recipe inscribed on it. The ancient soap making technique described mixing potash and oils to form a cleansing agent.
It’s almost a given that Egyptians would also make some type of soap or cleanser. Egyptian manuscripts describe a substance created by combining animal fats and vegetable oils to create a soap-like base. The documents from approximately 1500 B.C. go on to explain another type of soap that is used in the production of wool.
Around 200 A.D. the ancient Greeks were said to have used an ash mixture to clean their statues and pots. The Gauls and Romans also made soap with animal fat, beech tree ashes and Goat’s Milk. The goat’s milk seems to have been their favorite, and I can understand why! They made both hard and soft soap products.
Today, soap is made from vegetable or animal fats and an alkali. In the past however, people made their own soap from animal tallow and wood ashes. Regardless of who first created the concoction, it was undoubtedly used in Rome. This is an established fact because a soapmaker’s shop was discovered within the rubble of Pompeii after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. The Romans often used soap as a cosmetic. It was quite popular with the ladies, for they used it to dye their hair red. Plant extracts were probably used to acquire this color.
By 600 A.D. soap making guilds were formed and the modern formula for the soap that we use today was created.
The Hebrews used a salt base when creating their cleanser. This salt, used in a similar manner by many ancient cultures, could be found quite easily in their local lakes. They used the salt to create the alkali called for in the recipes.
By the eighth century, it is documented that there were soap factories in Italy and Spain. It was not until the twelfth or thirteenth century that this industry was embraced by France. France then passed on the tradition to England. The French made their soaps almost exclusively from olive oil, while the English delved into many different kinds of soap.
The Industrial Revolution forever changed the commercial production of soap. People stopped making it at home and started buying it from a catalog or store. Although, poor people did still make their own soap from wood ash and animal fats.
Today, lye is a product on the “hit list” because it is used in methanphetamine production. You can’t just buy it at the store like we did 30 years ago. It must be ordered or bought from a supplier with plenty of paperwork to go along with it! But, it’s still possible to make your own inexpensive and all-natural soap at home. You can make it from scratch with lye and soybean, coconut or olive oils, or you can order a rebatching base from a reputable supplier.
Either way, natural glyercin soaps are the way to go! Commercial soaps are more detergent than moisturizer these days. Vegan or at the very least, all natural, ingredients are best. Make your own soap or buy from soap-makers like me — and be kind to your skin!
MORTON
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Nov
11
Filed Under (Do It Yourself (DIY)) by Kert
ilovesharpei asked:
Hi There, I’m interested in trying soapmaking and heard that I need LYE. Don’t know where to find it in the city where I live. Any help would be appreciated!
KAREEM
Hi There, I’m interested in trying soapmaking and heard that I need LYE. Don’t know where to find it in the city where I live. Any help would be appreciated!
KAREEM
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Nov
11
Filed Under (Gardening) by Kert
Matt Johnson asked:
A soap that grows on trees and is free of any harmful chemicals and toxic dyes is called a soap nut! Sounds vague, but it is true! Soap nuts are actually the fruit of a tree called Sapindus and have a cleansing property because of the presence of a natural surfactant called Saponin. This Saponin, when it comes in contact with water, cleans the clothes by allowing the water to enter the cloth fabric and remove the dirt. It is eco-friendly and harmless to the environment, as well as having anti microbial properties.
Soap nuts can be used for many purposes. They can be used as laundry detergent or to clean your utensils. They can also be used as a natural pesticide or for cleaning jewelry.
· LAUNDRY: Tie 4-6 soap nut shells in a muslin bag (provided with most soap nuts orders) and put it in the washing machine load at a desired temperature. You can use the same pouch for 4 to 6 loads of laundry. When the shells become grayish and mushy, they are ready to be replaced and added to your compost. 100 g of soap nuts can be used for approximately 40 loads of laundry.
· DISH CLEANER: You can use soap nuts liquid to wash your dishes. To make the liquid, boil 100g of soap nuts in 12 cups (20 l) of water for approximately 30 minutes. Cool the liquid, remove the shells, and your liquid soap is ready! Storing the liquid in an air tight container helps it to keep longer. Because there are no added chemicals in soap nuts liquid, it can go bad after some time, depending on the storing conditions. You can use this liquid for washing the dishes or even use 3 tbsp for a large load of laundry.
· The liquid soap from the soap nuts can be used for many purposes. It can be used as a shampoo, car wash, pet shampoo or anything that you wash with liquid soap or detergents.
· You can also use your soap nuts liquid for cleaning and purifying the fruits and vegetables that you eat. Just soak them in the liquid for 10 minutes and your food is clean and germs free!
· Soak your jewelry in the liquid and then rub it with a clean cloth. This will give back the shine and glaze.
· Use your soap nuts liquid as a pesticide. Spray the liquid on trees or plants and the insects will be repelled.
· Applying the liquid on your scalp can help prevent dandruff. Use the liquid as a shampoo, leave it on your scalp for 5-10 minutes, and rinse as normal. This process can also help prevent hair loss due to excess chemicals our scalp is exposed to every day.
Soap nuts have been used for centuries in India & Nepal. We are just now beginning to discover the benefits in North America. Soap nuts are the natural choice for an all-purpose cleaner, and an environmentally friendly detergent.
For more information visit http://www.BuySoapNuts.com
CARLTON
A soap that grows on trees and is free of any harmful chemicals and toxic dyes is called a soap nut! Sounds vague, but it is true! Soap nuts are actually the fruit of a tree called Sapindus and have a cleansing property because of the presence of a natural surfactant called Saponin. This Saponin, when it comes in contact with water, cleans the clothes by allowing the water to enter the cloth fabric and remove the dirt. It is eco-friendly and harmless to the environment, as well as having anti microbial properties.
Soap nuts can be used for many purposes. They can be used as laundry detergent or to clean your utensils. They can also be used as a natural pesticide or for cleaning jewelry.
· LAUNDRY: Tie 4-6 soap nut shells in a muslin bag (provided with most soap nuts orders) and put it in the washing machine load at a desired temperature. You can use the same pouch for 4 to 6 loads of laundry. When the shells become grayish and mushy, they are ready to be replaced and added to your compost. 100 g of soap nuts can be used for approximately 40 loads of laundry.
· DISH CLEANER: You can use soap nuts liquid to wash your dishes. To make the liquid, boil 100g of soap nuts in 12 cups (20 l) of water for approximately 30 minutes. Cool the liquid, remove the shells, and your liquid soap is ready! Storing the liquid in an air tight container helps it to keep longer. Because there are no added chemicals in soap nuts liquid, it can go bad after some time, depending on the storing conditions. You can use this liquid for washing the dishes or even use 3 tbsp for a large load of laundry.
· The liquid soap from the soap nuts can be used for many purposes. It can be used as a shampoo, car wash, pet shampoo or anything that you wash with liquid soap or detergents.
· You can also use your soap nuts liquid for cleaning and purifying the fruits and vegetables that you eat. Just soak them in the liquid for 10 minutes and your food is clean and germs free!
· Soak your jewelry in the liquid and then rub it with a clean cloth. This will give back the shine and glaze.
· Use your soap nuts liquid as a pesticide. Spray the liquid on trees or plants and the insects will be repelled.
· Applying the liquid on your scalp can help prevent dandruff. Use the liquid as a shampoo, leave it on your scalp for 5-10 minutes, and rinse as normal. This process can also help prevent hair loss due to excess chemicals our scalp is exposed to every day.
Soap nuts have been used for centuries in India & Nepal. We are just now beginning to discover the benefits in North America. Soap nuts are the natural choice for an all-purpose cleaner, and an environmentally friendly detergent.
For more information visit http://www.BuySoapNuts.com
CARLTON
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Nov
11
Filed Under (Chemistry) by Kert
magnum asked:
easier soap making process.chemical reactions and activities and tests for soap.a home made soap making process.
HARLEY
easier soap making process.chemical reactions and activities and tests for soap.a home made soap making process.
HARLEY
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Nov
11
Filed Under (Howto) by Kert
Waxmelters asked:
Soap Making Equipment: The beauty of handcrafted soaps with the speed, precision and efficiency of manufacturing. Make your soap faster than ever with our heated soap making systems. Pours oils, glycerin, waxes, and butters into containers, jars, molds and more.
LARRY
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Nov
10
Filed Under (Hamilton Nz) by Kert
NancyToday asked:
Pioneers made soap with fat
JACK
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Nov
10
Filed Under (Howto) by Kert
MaestroSoap asked:
The first of a three part series on making a basic soap with lard,lye and water. Soapers use other methods and I don’t claim to know all there is to know on soap making, but this is my method and it works for me. As mention in the video, there are several items you need in order to be successful in soap making as well as adding a little personality to your soaps. The shopping list: 1) lard 2) lye (sodium hydroxide) 3) distilled water (tap water will work but I don’t recommend it since you …
NORMAN
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Nov
10
Filed Under (Curls) by Kert
Chris Jensen asked:
One of the growing trends in the beauty products industry is by going organic. There are a lot of products that are being offered in the market and one of them is soap. However, their prices are a little bit expensive without assurance that you get the best product in the market. One way to enjoy the benefits of using an organic soap is by learning to make soap at home.
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Contrary to popular belief, making your own soap is relatively easy. There are many soap making kits available in the market that are very easy to follow. Some of them even have a complete set of ingredients that you need to make soap. These kits are available in your local craft store or you could also look for one in the Internet.
There are many benefits in knowing how to make soap at home. One of it is that you could control the process. You could be sure that the elements that moisturize your skin such as glycerine is retained in your product. Most companies usually remove this component since they could market it as a value-added component.
Another one is that you could save money. It is not really costly to make soap. What make it expensive are the marketing and branding expenses that the companies shoulder to sell these soaps.
Finally, knowing how to make soap at home enables you to give unique gifts to your friends. You could customize the shape of it to suit your friend’s personality. This is aside from the pride that you will feel knowing that you have done something that most people could not do.
HAROLD
One of the growing trends in the beauty products industry is by going organic. There are a lot of products that are being offered in the market and one of them is soap. However, their prices are a little bit expensive without assurance that you get the best product in the market. One way to enjoy the benefits of using an organic soap is by learning to make soap at home.
Click Here For Simple Soap Making Best Deal Now!
Contrary to popular belief, making your own soap is relatively easy. There are many soap making kits available in the market that are very easy to follow. Some of them even have a complete set of ingredients that you need to make soap. These kits are available in your local craft store or you could also look for one in the Internet.
There are many benefits in knowing how to make soap at home. One of it is that you could control the process. You could be sure that the elements that moisturize your skin such as glycerine is retained in your product. Most companies usually remove this component since they could market it as a value-added component.
Another one is that you could save money. It is not really costly to make soap. What make it expensive are the marketing and branding expenses that the companies shoulder to sell these soaps.
Finally, knowing how to make soap at home enables you to give unique gifts to your friends. You could customize the shape of it to suit your friend’s personality. This is aside from the pride that you will feel knowing that you have done something that most people could not do.
HAROLD
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