Lye Soap Calculator Calculating your oils, lyes and the size of the mold needed when making your own soap needs to be pretty accurate for your soap to turn out well. There are some really good online calculators. I have used Majestic Mountain Sage Lye Soap Calculator for a long time and I think it…
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Sodium Lactate and Soap
What Is Sodium Lactate? Uses in Soap Making, Skincare, and Food Preservation Sodium lactate is the sodium salt of lactic acid, typically produced through the fermentation of natural sugar sources such as corn or sugar beets. It appears as a clear liquid, though powdered forms are also available for industrial and food-related applications. Because it…
Apricot Kernel Oil Uses
Apricot Kernel Oil Benefits and Uses
Athlete Foot Treatment
Athlete’s Foot: Symptoms, Causes & Supportive Care with Essential Oils Athlete’s foot is a common fungal skin condition that affects an estimated 1 in 10 people at some point in their lives. It most often develops between the toes and on the soles of the feet, especially in warm, moist environments. While athlete’s foot is…
Craft Fairs and Festival
Craft Fairs and Festivals I’ve done many craft fairs and festivals over the years, and can tell you that selling your soap is fairly easy. You just have to have good pricing and of course it’s even better if there is little to no competition. Over the years I have learned some things when attending…
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Witch Hazel Oil Uses Witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) is a shrub that is native to North America, but it is now grown in Europe and Asia as well. This shrub can get up to 20 feet tall and produced lovely flowers that are yellow to red in color. The bark and leaves are used to…
How to Pick a Business Name
How to pick a business Name When choosing a name for your business, take the time to really think about it. Throw some names out to your friends and family or ask their advise. Ask your customers, your barber or hairdresser. My hairdresser named my business. We tossed a few names around that I had…
Soap Making Problems – troubleshooting soap making
Soap making does not always go perfectly, especially when you’re learning cold process soap making. Even experienced soap makers occasionally run into problems like soft soap, lye pockets, cracking, or dreaded orange spots (DOS). The good news is that most soap making problems can either be fixed or prevented once you understand what caused them….
Neem Oil Uses: How to Use Neem Oil Safely
🌿 How to Use Neem Oil Safely (Complete Guide) Neem oil is one of those powerful natural remedies that every homesteader, gardener, and natural skincare enthusiast should have on hand. Whether you’re dealing with skin conditions, pests, or even household cleaning, neem oil is incredibly versatile. Living off-grid, I’ve come to rely on simple, multi-purpose…
Craft Fairs and Festivals – what do I need?
I have a couple Craft Fair to do lists – the first one is for what I need to do the weeks leading up to an events. Not all craft fairs and festivals are the same so the lists can vary a bit.