Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen
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Troubleshooting Lye Heavy Soap
In episode 66 of Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen, Anne-Marie Faiola tackles the challenge of troubleshooting lye heavy soap. The episode begins with an introduction to understanding and identifying lye heavy soap, followed by methods for testing it. Anne-Marie discusses remedies and safe disposal options for batches that can't be salvaged. She explores factors affecting soap texture and shares techniques for rebatching to improve consistency. The episode also offers preventative tips to avoid lye heavy issues in future soapmaking endeavors. A brief mention of the sponsor, BrambleBerry.com, is included, providing listeners with resources for quality soapmaking supplies.
Key Points
- Incorrect measurements, faulty scales, or forgotten oils can lead to lye heavy soap, which may cause irritation or dryness.
- Testing for lye heaviness can be done using the 'zap test,' red cabbage juice, or pH strips, with a normal soap pH being around 9-10.
- Lye heavy soap can often be repurposed for laundry use, but soap with lye pockets should be discarded safely due to its potential to irritate or burn the skin.
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