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antibacterial essential oils list

Posted on 01-0301-03 by admin

The following is an antibacterial essential oils list, as well as lists of essential oils for being antiseptic, antiviral, and antifungal.  I’ve used a lot of these essential oils extensively for a variety of remedies, including as a nail fungus treatment.  You can mix and match in any percentage that you like.  For an all-around…

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anti-garlic or kitchen bar

Posted on 01-0301-03 by admin

This Anti-Garlic or Kitchen soap bar recipe is known by other names as Fisherman’s Bar, Odor Remover, Coffee Soap, Coffee Scrub Bar, or Odor Eliminator Bar. What they all have in common is ground coffee beans and a scent, both known to remove odors from hands or all over. I first came up with this…

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hemp soap recipe

Posted on 12-3101-03 by admin

I make hemp soap as well and tested all sorts of various scents. Perhaps if we stuck to one scent, a popular but different than others, I may have sold more. One of the things soap makers do is look on the internet for scent combinations to try. This is what I had done for…

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what is superfatting soap

Posted on 12-3101-04 by admin

What is superfatting soap? It is about making the soap a little more moisturizing. In theory, the extra oils added at the end, at trace, will be less saponified by the lye and create free-floating oil in the soap that you can feel. I tested this by separating a soap I just made, putting half…

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Cocoa Butter Benefits For Skin

Posted on 12-2701-17 by admin

Have you ever wondered where the rich, creamy ingredient in your favorite skincare products comes from? I’m talking about cocoa butter, and it’s not just popping out of nowhere. This moisturizing marvel begins its life as seeds within the pods of the cacao tree, primarily found in the lush tropics. Natural Coconut Body Butter Now,…

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Honey And Skin Care

Posted on 12-2712-27 by admin

Why is Honey Good for the Skin? I’ve always been amazed by nature’s gifts. Honey ranks high on my list for its array of uses and not only does it sweeten my tea, but I’ve also incorporated it into my skincare routine with impressive results. Why is honey good for the skin, you ask? Well,…

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About Teresa

Posted on 01-0701-07 by admin

Hello and welcome to my site! “Happy New Year! This morning I realized it’s been a few years since I started this website and I thought it is probably time to update my about me page…..this was written a few years ago.  I guess that makes  20+ years of experience.  I don’t do the markets…

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Soapwort – also known as Bouncing Betty

Posted on 05-3006-04 by admin

The soapwort in my rock garden is starting to flower.  This is one of my favorite flowers, not only is it beautiful and flowers from June to September, but it has many uses. Soapwort (Saponaria) has been know for thousands of years for its ability to produce a soap like lather when crushed in water….

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  1. Tes on Using Natural Colors In Soap Making11-06

    Thanks so much.  Clays and mineral oxides (like French green, rose clay, or kaolin) tend to remain stable, while more delicate…

  2. Sharon on Using Natural Colors In Soap Making11-06

    I love the idea of colouring soap naturally. It feels like such a beautiful way to connect creativity with nature.…

  3. Cian on Using Natural Colors In Soap Making11-05

    his is such a fantastic and comprehensive guide! I love how you not only list the natural colorants but also…

  4. Tes on Trending Natural Soap Ingredients & Sustainable Practices In 202509-08

    Thank you so much—I’m glad you enjoyed it! I’ve been experimenting with a few of these trends, and the one…

  5. Hanna on Trending Natural Soap Ingredients & Sustainable Practices In 202509-06

    I really enjoyed reading your post—it’s so inspiring to see how natural soap making is evolving in 2025! I love…

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