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.
Why is My Cold Process Soap Soft?
In episode 53 of Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen, Anne-Marie Faiola guides listeners through the essential aspects of achieving the perfect soap consistency. The episode begins with an introduction to mastering this vital element in soapmaking. Anne-Marie delves into understanding the role of oils and superfatting in creating firm soap bars. She further discusses how additives and liquids can fine-tune soap firmness and highlights the importance of choosing the right mold. Listeners will gain insights into troubleshooting common issues with soft soap and learn expert tips for ensuring firm soap bars. The episode provides a comprehensive guide to perfecting soap consistency.
Key Points
- Cold process soapmaking requires patience, with soap needing several days to harden in molds and four to six weeks to cure.
- The type of oils in your recipe significantly affects the hardness of your soap, with hard oils like palm and coconut oil helping it harden faster compared to soft oils like olive oil.
- Additives such as colorants, fragrance oils, and the amount of liquid in your recipe can impact the firmness of your soap, and using sodium lactate can speed up the hardening process.
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