Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen
All the fundamentals of making cold process soap from scratch with lye and oil; make all natural sustainable soap from scratch for yourself of start a side hustle selling soap.
Understanding and Preventing Glycerin Rivers in Soapmaking
Anne-Marie Faiola welcomes listeners to the fourth episode, where she delves into the fundamentals of soapmaking with a focus on glycerin rivers. She explains the science behind glycerin rivers and how they occur in soap. The episode provides strategies for preventing these rivers in your soap batches, ensuring a smoother finish. Anne-Marie also shares valuable tips on managing temperatures and incorporating fragrances effectively. The episode concludes with an invitation for listener engagement and feedback, encouraging soapmakers to share their experiences and questions.
Key Points
- Glycerin rivers in cold process soap are caused by the soap getting too hot, leading to a cracked or mottled appearance.
- To prevent glycerin rivers, try using a water discount of ten percent or higher, mix colorants well before adding them to the soap, and lower the temperatures of your lye water and oils by ten degrees.
- Certain fragrance oils can cause the soap to heat up, so always check the performance notes to avoid glycerin rivers.
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