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How to Soap with Accelerating Fragrance Oils
In episode 56 of Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen, Anne-Marie Faiola delves into the challenges and solutions associated with accelerating fragrance oils in soapmaking. The episode starts with an introduction to the topic, focusing on non-accelerating Bramble Berry fragrance oils and how to adjust for slow-moving oils. Anne-Marie shares design strategies and contingency plans for handling accelerating oils, including tips on recipe tweaking and planning. She also discusses the importance of soaping temperatures and additives to mitigate acceleration. Techniques such as whisking and water discounts are explored to slow down trace. The episode wraps up with an invitation for listener feedback and concluding thoughts.
Key Points
- Changing the oils in your recipe to include more slow-moving oils like olive oil and sweet almond oil can help manage acceleration caused by certain fragrance oils.
- Soaping at lower temperatures, around 100 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit, can slow down trace and give you more time to work with your design.
- Avoiding additives that contain sugar or have high absorption properties, such as honey and clays, can prevent unwanted acceleration in your soap batter.
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