- .8 oz. lavender essential oil
Mix the lye and water, and set aside. Heat the base oils to approximately 110°F.
When both mixtures are at the proper temperature, mix them together. It should take
about 25 minutes for the mixture to trace. When it does, add the essential oils and
lavender buds, and mix thoroughly; pour the batter into the molds, and allow it to set
for 24 hours. After removing it from the molds, allow it to cure for approximately 4
weeks before packaging/using the bars.
BASIC ALL-VEGETABLE SOAP
Ingredients:- 28 oz. coconut oil
- 24 oz. olive oil
- 30 oz. vegetable shortening
- 12 oz. lye
- 32 oz. distilled water
- 1.5 to 4 oz. essential oils/fragrance
Mix the lye and water, and set aside. Heat the base oils to approximately 110°F
(can be anywhere between 95°F and 120°F). When both mixtures are at the proper
temperature, mix them together. It should take about 25 minutes for the mixture to
trace. When it does, add the essential oils, and mix thoroughly; pour the batter into
the molds, and allow it to set for 24 hours. After removing it from the molds, allow it
to cure for approximately 4 weeks before packaging/using the bars.
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