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Best Essential Oils For Soap Making

Posted on 06-1306-13 by Tes

Curiosity about crafting your very own soap is on the rise, and I’m here to help you navigate the fragrant world of essential oils. It’s not just about concocting a cleaning bar; it’s about the experience, the aroma, and the many perks that come with it. What exactly are essential oils? They are potent plant…

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Soap Dish for Cold Process Soap

Posted on 03-17 by Tes

I just love this Soap Dish!!   This soap dish is perfect for handmade soap that needs to drain you can find this one by clicking on the link. It is available in several colors.  

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Using Honey In Soap Making

Posted on 03-0303-03 by admin

I’ve always been fascinated by the natural ingredients that elevate our daily skincare routine – and honey is a real game-changer. Packed with moisturizing properties, honey isn’t just a staple in the kitchen; it’s a powerhouse in soap making. When infused into soap, honey attracts and retains moisture, which is exceptionally beneficial for keeping skin…

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Life’s a beach soap

Posted on 01-17 by Tes

The Life’s a Beach soap was probably my 3rd best-seller. After the Egyptian Musk and the Blackberry Orange. I also sold a lotion, perfume oil, and bath salts all with this scent that was created from scratch. The image below shows a very tropical-looking soap! This is done with layering, and placement of a previously…

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Coconut Soap

Posted on 01-1701-17 by Tes

This coconut soap recipe was maybe not the best seller in the store, although blends that had a coconut scent were better sellers. Also, the toasted coconut scent sold better than the non-toasted scent. My best seller with a coconut scent in it was Life’s a Beach! Coconut soap recipe:

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Anise

Posted on 01-1701-17 by Tes

I will be using the #1 Basic Soap Recipe for this easy soap-making recipe with Anise essential oil which is natural and smells like licorice. This scent is considered to be a great kitchen bar as it is known to reduce odors on the hands from fish, onions, etc. Also considered to be an awakening…

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natural pain relievers

Posted on 01-04 by admin

There are natural pain relievers headaches, joint pain, muscle pain, and more. These natural ones are derived from a singular or combination of essential oils and other plant materials. I personally have used a natural essential oil pain reliever for years!  Even if any essential oil does not work completely on your pain, this is…

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Body butter

Posted on 01-0401-17 by admin

Making body butter recipes is very similar to making lotion. The amounts of waxes, oils, butter and water will change – a lot! I was shocked by the amount of water in lotions, and this formula or recipe is going to be very similar for all those store brands that we pay lots for. Literally,…

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Essential Oil Blends for Healing & Well-Being

Posted on 01-0310-19 by admin

The Healing Power of Essential Oils Essential oils have been used for centuries to promote wellness, balance emotions, and support the body’s natural healing process. By incorporating aromatherapy into your daily routine, you can enjoy the soothing, uplifting, and restorative benefits of nature’s pure plant essences. Whether you’re diffusing oils for relaxation, blending them into…

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Perfume oils

Posted on 01-0301-17 by admin

One of the funnest, easiest, and probably cheapest things I have made for events was to make your own perfume oils. I usually bottled up the top 10 best-selling soap scents into perfume oils. These were fairly popular and were sold for $12.95 each.

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    Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m really glad you enjoyed the article and found it helpful. 😊…

  2. 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…

  3. 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.…

  4. 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…

  5. 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…

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