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 Should You Make & Use Handmade Soap?
In episode 65 of Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen, Anne-Marie Faiola delves into the art of handmade soapmaking. The episode kicks off with an introduction to the process and its unique qualities compared to commercial soap. Anne-Marie explains the FDA's definition of soap and highlights the benefits of glycerin, a natural byproduct of the soapmaking process. She discusses how to customize soap with various oils for different skin needs. Safety tips are provided, along with ways to personalize soap with unique additives. The episode wraps up with a discussion on the benefits of soapmaking, offering final thoughts and resources for further exploration.
Key Points
- Handmade soap contains glycerin, a natural humectant that attracts moisture to the skin, unlike many commercial soaps which have the glycerin removed.
- Making your own soap allows for complete customization with skin-loving oils, fragrances, colors, and natural ingredients like essential oils and clays.
- Properly made handmade soap contains no leftover lye because the saponification process converts all the lye and oils into soap.
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