317 Clean = Soap

I needed a new adventure

project

craft

whatever one might call it…

This not only filled a need

but also was an opportunity to learn

something new

So I researched, read, and researched some more

and we made soap!

There is more to making soap than meets the eye…

It’s all chemistry

New terms: Saponification; Curing, Super fat; Lye

mixing can be dangerous without following an exact order with safety precautions

hot vs cold process

decisions to make about recipes

many different oils with varying characteristics

essential oil vs fragrance

and differing opinions on all those variables to boot

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Both Bill and I have sensitive skin

and have been trying to stay away from harsh chemicals to avoid breakouts

Have you read the ingredients in most soap lately?

Therefore, I set aside my fear of failure and decided to make it

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We made plain soap last night

and will cut it this evening

This morning we made three more batches and will cut it tomorrow

These three should be ready to cut after work tomorrow

Fingers crossed that they all turn out okay – will keep you posted with the good and hopefully not bad or ugly!

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I am thankful for my husband who mixed the lye solution, helped with the measuring, oil heating, temperature taking, color mixing, and washed all (and I mean all) the dishes.

Whenever I start a new project he’s always 100% behind me and for that I am grateful.

XO – Lisa ❤️

PS – I’m taking an introductory soap making class on Thursday, but just couldn’t wait…