Exploring Gel Phase: Benefits, Methods, and Techniques in Soapmaking
E3 • Sep 13, 2024 • 4 minsAnne-Marie Faiola delves into the intricacies of gel phase in soapmaking in this episode. She starts by introducing what gel phase is and its importance. The episode then explores the benefits of forcing gel phase and various methods to achieve it. Anne-Marie also covers the reasons some soapmakers may want to prevent gel phase and shares techniques for doing so. The episode concludes with encouragement for listeners to experiment with different gel phase techniques to find what works best for their soapmaking process.
Choosing the Right Mold and Forcing Gel Phase for Perfect Soap
E2 • Sep 10, 2024 • 5 minsAnne-Marie Faiola welcomes listeners to the second episode, focusing on essential soapmaking techniques. She covers choosing the right mold and formulating a hard soap recipe. The benefits of using water discount and sodium lactate are explained in detail. Anne-Marie also discusses how to force gel phase and the best practices for unmolding your soap. The episode concludes with closing remarks and a preview of what's to come in future episodes.
Introduction to soapmaking and selecting the best mold
E1 • Aug 27, 2024 • 5 minsAnne-Marie Faiola introduces the basics of soapmaking, discusses choosing the right mold, shares tips for a hard soap recipe, explains water discount and sodium lactate, and covers gel phase and unmolding techniques. She wraps up with a teaser for the next episode.