Soap, Make Your Own At Home

Have you noticed the surge in popularity of DIY projects lately? One trend that has really taken off is soap making. It's a fun and creative way to make your own personalized soaps right in the comfort of your own home. If you're curious about how to get started, keep reading to learn more!

What do you need to make your own soap?

To make your own soap, and it is the very best for you by the way, You will need a few simple key ingredients and tools. First and foremost, you will need lye, available online, amazon carries it, Sodium Hydroxide, It is essential for the saponification process, that's cooking, it goes from liquid to pudding to sold due tot he heat the lye supplies. In addition to lye, you will need Fat, this can be a combination of oils, and butters to create the base of your soap. You will also need a liquid, such as water, coffee, tea or milk to help dissolve the lye in. To give your soap a unique scent, healing benefits you can use essential oils or for fun a fragrance oils. And of course, you will need a mold to shape your soap into the desired form, this is very inexpensive and can be sourced from anywhere, silicone mold of any shape and size you like.

Why choose DIY soap making?

DIY soap making is not only a fun and creative hobby, but it also allows you to customize your soaps to suit your preferences. You can choose the ingredients, scents, and shapes that appeal, the texture, the lather, the cleanse and moisturizing properties your skin is going to thank you for. When you decide to make your own, up can make each bar of soap truly unique. Additionally, making your own soap can be more cost-effective in the long run, especially if you opt for fragrance oils over essential oils.

How to get started with DIY soap making?

If you're ready to dive into the world of DIY soap making, the first step is to gather all the necessary ingredients and tools. Make sure to work in a well-ventilated area we have a balcony and wear protective gear, such as gloves and goggles, when handling lye. Mix you lye in with your liquid, stir until dissolved and use a thermometer you want the temp of your fat( butters and oils) and your liquid to be between 120-130 they can be 10 degrees off from one another, that's ok. Follow a trusted recipe and carefully measure out each ingredient to ensure the success of your soap making venture.

Once you have mixed the lye with the fats, (oils and butters) you can add in your chosen scents .7 oz essential oil  per 16 oz of fat (oils, butters) and 1 oz fragrance oil per 16 oz of fat (some fragrance may cause acceleration so take note of the scents you are choosing and get it into the mold even quicker. Allow the soap to cure for a few weeks (4weeks minimum before using) it, as this will ensure that it hardens properly and is safe for use.

So there you have it - a brief introduction to the art of DIY soap making. Whether you're looking for a creative outlet or a way to personalize your skincare routine, making your own soap can be a rewarding and enjoyable experience. Give it a try and see where your creativity takes you!