
How to Add Purees to Cold Process Soap
In episode 76 of Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen, Anne-Marie Faiola introduces the art of incorporating purees into cold process soapmaking. The episode begins with an introduction to the concept of using purees, followed by a step-by-step guide on basic soapmaking with these natural ingredients. Anne-Marie shares essential tips for preparing and adding purees, focusing on techniques and appropriate quantities to ensure successful results. The episode concludes with resources and encouragement for soapmakers eager to experiment with purees, along with a sponsor message from BrambleBerry.com, inspiring creativity and innovation in soapmaking.
Key Points
- Understanding the properties of different purees is crucial as they contain varying amounts of water, fats, and sugars that affect the soap's behavior.
- Adding purees at thin trace helps incorporate them smoothly, but be aware that high-sugar purees can speed up trace, so use a slow-moving recipe if you're new to this technique.
- To avoid issues like mold and bacteria growth, start with about one ounce of puree per pound of soap and aim to use soaps with fresh purees within six months.
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