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 2 oz PATCHOULI FRAGRANCE OIL FOR CANDLE SOAP MAKING US $3.85 
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 APPLE FRAGRANCE OIL 50ml soap making/candle/body US $8.70
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 COCONUT OIL 32 oz. (76º , Aromatherapy, Soapmaking Oil) US $7.00
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 COCONUT OIL 64 oz. (76º , Aromatherapy, Soapmaking Oil) US $11.00
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Soapmaking questions about lye, water and oil ratio?
I'm interested in making homemade soap, have read a couple of books, and found several online formulas, but haven't tried anything. The reviews and comments on these recipes confuse me - mostly on how much lye and oil to use (e.g. some are too superfatted and some call for too much lye). What is a general guideline on lye/water/oil ratio? And what are the effects of having too much/too little of each ingredient? Any other tips for absolute beginners appreciated!
The trick for successful mixing is in the lye water-to-fat ratio. The rule of thumb is: 0.38 parts of lye water to one of fat, measured by weight. That would be equivalent to 16 ounces of fat for every 6 ounces of lye water. The maker may deviate from this ratio, depending on use intended for the soap. In general, more lye makes harder soap bars.
There is a proper sequence to adding ingredients in soap making. Generally speaking, the mix of fats or oil should be completed before adding lye water. Enhancement elements such as coloring, scents, superfatting oil, vitamin E, and abrasives should be mixed in right after “tracing,” or the consistency at which liquid soap is ready to pour into molds. At this point saponification (the process of becoming soap) is about 90% complete.
Hardening of the soap after pouring onto setting trays takes anywhere from a few hours to three days. Total time for curing is around two to four weeks.
Soap Making Instructions - Tea Tree Oil Soap
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