Before you begin, wear safety goggles, gloves, and long sleeves. Lye is a caustic substance that can cause burns. Always work in a well-ventilated area. 2. Prepare the Lye Solution
Heat gently until melted and allow them to cool to a temperature similar to your lye solution (within 10 degrees). 4. Combine and Emulsify (The "Trace") Pour the lye solution into the oils. Soap Crafting Step-by-Step Techniques for Makin...
Slice into bars and let them cure for 4–6 weeks in a cool, dry place to allow excess water to evaporate and the pH to neutralize. 7. Creative Variations Before you begin, wear safety goggles, gloves, and
Use a stick blender to mix until the mixture reaches ""—this is the point where the soap has thickened to a pudding-like consistency, and a drizzled bit of soap leaves a visible "trail" on the surface. 5. Add Fragrance and Color Stir in your essential oils or fragrance oils. Combine and Emulsify (The "Trace") Pour the lye
Slowly add the lye to the water (never water to lye) and stir until dissolved.