soap (soʊp) n. 1. a substance used for washing and cleansing purposes, usu. made by treating a fat with an alkali. 2. any metallic salt of an acid derived from a fat. 3. Informal. Also, soaper. soap opera. v.t. 4. to rub, cover, lather, or treat with soap. Idi...
how to make lye out of wood ash, and some soap recipes that will help the novice or beginner soap maker to the more adventurous and advanced. For those of you who want to make your own recipes with different fats and oils and need guidance on how much caustic soda to use, have a lo...
Always add lye to liquids, and not the other way around, or it may have a volcano effect and make a mess. When mixing lye into water or another liquid, it gets very hot fast, and strong fumes will develop for a few moments.(This is one of the mostcommon soapmaking mistakes, and i...
A step-by-step guide on how to make cold process soap from scratch. Includes information on temperatures, mixing lye solution, and trace.
It's surprisingly easy to DIY your own custom bath salt blends to suit your needs (like soothing sore muscles or softening skin), then scent them with your favorite essential oils.
How to make sugar wax in a microwave Ingredients 1 cup sugar 2 teaspoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons water 1 tablespoon salt Directions Combine ingredients in a microwaveable glass bowl. Microwave in 1-minute intervals, checking on it after each minute. (It may take 5-6 minutes, which var...
only is this soap project afun adult craft,but it’s also a creative way to decorate your sink for fall. Theeasy melt and pour soap recipeuses simple layers ofglycerin soap. It also includes amoisturizing body butter for dry skinin addition to ground coffee, salt and sugar for exfoliation...
Make the dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, combine the yeast, barley malt syrup/sugar, and 1/4 cup of the water. Whisk to combine. Let stand for 5 minutes or until frothy. Add the remaining 1 1/4 cups water, flour, and salt, and stir to combine....
How to Make a Salt Scrub: Using adigital scale, weigh out the Epsom salt and sugar into a glass bowl. Mix with a fork. Next weigh out the rosehip seed oil (or other carrier oil of your choice) and whisk into the dry ingredients until fully coated. ...
It is so easy to learn How to Make Sea Salt Spray. This DIY Sea Salt Spray gives your hair amazing texture and waves in minutes.