Learn how to make soap from some of the experts in the field. From recipes easy and safe enough to make with children to the more complex cold process soap making, you will find clear step-by-step soap making instructions; many with highly detailed pictures.
Liquid chlorophyll, when used for coloring, will turn brown over time and may cause your soap to go rancid. If you are looking for a nice natural green color, try french green clay.
On this site you will learn all about soap making, homemade soaps and natural skin care. Check out my free and easy to follow tutorials to learn more about this wonderful craft. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how to make soap. I'm just waiting to hear from you!
Tallow and lard are two popular animal fats used in soap making. Unfortunately, there are many negative detriments associated with these ingredients. I highly recommend that you try using palm oil as a vegan substitute. This ingredient offers all the structural benefits of animal fats (like hardness and stability) while still offering natural skin care benefits!
Planning on adding grated or chopped soap to your cold process soap base? Try warming the soap bits in the oven first. This step assures a better bond between the added soap bits and the new soap base. It also reduces the temperature shock that can occur when adding extra ingredients to the base.