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Why Make Soap with Beer? When a local microbrewery asked me to create a custom beer soap, I wasn’t sure what to expect. To my surprise, it turned out to be one of my all-time favorite soaps!Not only does beer soap create a luxurious lather, but it also feels creamy and soothing on the skin….
The scent of raw honey and the gentle touch of oatmeal make homemade oatmeal honey soap a real favorite for both beginners and seasoned soap makers. I keep a stash of these bars in my bathroom because they’re calming, super gentle, and make my skin feel nourished after every wash. Whether you’re tackling dry winter…
Have you ever wondered what gets packed into your soap bar? It’s like a trip through a mini chem lab! Regarding soap, the main players in the game are fats, oils, and all kinds of lye. The dance between these ingredients kickstarts a process called saponification, which is basically the scientific way of saying ‘We…
Making your own bath salts is one of the easiest ways to customize your bath routine using simple, natural ingredients. Whether you’re soaking after a long day or creating handmade gifts, DIY bath salts let you control the ingredients, scent, and mineral blends that go into every jar. One of the best parts of making…
Castile soap, the name came from an olive oil based soap that originated in the Castile region of Spain. It was originally made with Olive oil and still is made this way in may parts of the work. It can either be a liquid soap made with Potassium Hydroxide or a bar soap made…