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The Importance of pH in Cosmetics
Knowing the pH is important when formulating cosmetics. Why, though, is it important? How should you test it? And how do you adjust it when needed? …
How to make soap. This is where you can find recipes for bar soaps and liquid soaps, and other tips about how to make soap.
How, Why, and When to Cure Soap?
It’s often said that soaps should be left to cure for several weeks before using them. Why is it important, though, and how should it be done? …
Easy Pumpkin Spice Soap
Impressive looking, but simple enough for beginners, this super-easy pumpkin spice soap combines pumpkin puree and goat milk with fall spices, making …
Making an Easy, Basic Beginner Soap, and Then Making it Fun!!
Making soap for the first time may be intimidating, but isn’t difficult. This quick and easy beginner soap recipe comes with fun ideas for …
Why and How to Use a Lye Calculator? (And Which Ones are Best?)
Altering a soap recipe is nothing like altering a food recipe. Learn how to make adjustments to a soap recipe without ruining it with the help of a …
The Best Oils for Soap Making
Using different oils and fats will give your soaps different properties. Learn how to harden, add lather, and improve soaps by varying the oils in the …
Easy Gingerbread Soap Recipe
The perfect stocking stuffer, this homemade gingerbread soap is easy enough for beginners to make. It has a lovely fragrance that reminds you of the …
What is Lye? Can I Make Soap Without it?
Working with lye can be intimidating, especially if you don’t know what it is or how to work with it. What, exactly, is lye? And, is it possible …
Vegan Glycerin Soap
An alternative to glycerin soaps made with lard or tallow, this vegan glycerin soap recipe uses coconut oil instead to make a hard bar of soap with …
Goat Milk Soap with Honey
Gentle on the skin, and with a nice, creamy lather, this goat milk soap with honey is one of my favorites. Learn how to make soap with both milk and …
Laurel Berry Soap (Aleppo Soap Copycat Recipe)
This laurel berry soap, or Aleppo soap copycat recipe, is a modified Castile soap that is mild, conditioning, and great for a number of skin …
How to Make a Multipurpose Liquid Castile Soap: Dr. Bronner’s Copycat Recipe
Dr. Bronner’s soap is a versatile, all purpose cleaner that is a great addition to any household. But let’s face it, it’s can be …
Easy Pure Castile Soap Recipe
Made using only olive oil, pure Castile soap is a mild, conditioning soap that is gentle enough to use on face and body. Several years ago, I showed …
Homemade Glycerin Soap Recipe (From Scratch)
Perfect for those with sensitive skin, this homemade glycerin soap recipe makes a hard bar of soap that lathers nicely while gently cleansing and …
How to Make a Homemade Dog Shampoo Bar Soap
Get your dog clean the easy way with this dog soap recipe. I’ll show you how to make a homemade dog shampoo soap bar, and how we use it to clean …
Easy Homemade Laundry Soap From Scratch, For Beginners!
Even if you’ve never made soap before, you can quickly whip up this easy homemade laundry soap from scratch. It’s perfect for stain …
Christmas Candy Peppermint Soap
This fun holiday peppermint soap looks like peppermint candy. Its festive appearance makes it perfect for Christmas time, but that doesn’t mean …
Why and How to Check the pH of Soap & How to Neutralize Liquid Soap When Needed
Should you be checking the pH of your soap? Why could it be important and how do you do it? And how and why should you neutralize your liquid soap if …
How to Dilute a Homemade Liquid Soap Paste
Once you have your liquid soap base made, it’s time to dilute it and make it into liquid soap. Find out how to dilute a liquid soap paste, …
Homemade Liquid Coconut Oil Soap
Making your own homemade liquid coconut oil soap is simple, thrifty, and very rewarding. Coconut oil soap provides lots of lather and cleaning power …
Activated Charcoal Face Soap Recipe
This activated charcoal face soap recipe is simple enough for beginner soapmakers, yet results in an impressive bar of cleansing, yet moisturizing …
Easy, Beginner DIY Liquid Castile Soap Recipe
This DIY liquid castile soap recipe is easy and inexpensive to make. It’s a great multipurpose cleaner, perfect for both your body and around …