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On a related note, @MaQuest . I've made herbal infusions that I've used in #ColdProcess #Soapmaking, in place of the water. Dried herbs can give texture (I've added lavender on top of soap after pouring it into molds), and some herbs and flowers can be used to make #Enfleurage (I've used coconut oil for that, which I then used to make soap). I have not tried using fresh herbs, though.
How To Use Fresh Herbs In Soap Making
Last updated: June 16, 2025
"Adding herbs to soap can enhance both its appearance and texture. One straightforward method is to sprinkle dried herbs into the soap mixture before pouring it into the mold. A small quantity of dried herbs creates a delicate visual texture, while a larger amount of roughly chopped fresh herbs can introduce a 'scrubby' texture. To incorporate herbs through the lye water, you can brew a herbal tea, with the option to either discard the herbs or retain them for later use in the soap. Additionally, herbs can be used as decorative touches on top of the soap or mixed in before pouring.
"It’s recommended to add about ½ to 1 teaspoon of dried herbs for every pound (454g) of soap. These herbs, added at the 'Trace' stage, might slightly bleed during curing, creating a warm halo effect around each piece. Common culinary herbs like dried rosemary, pureed spinach, and dried peppermint can be utilized effectively."
https://plantsbulbsseeds.com/how-to-use-fresh-herbs-in-soap-making.html
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This year, we're going to make some #ColdProcess soap with #BeefTallow instead of #PalmOil (they are nearly identical in SAP value, an important component in soapmaking), and contribute to a soap's hardness.
The recipe below is for #HotProcess soap, but is very similar to the recipe we use for Cold-Process soap (pretty much substitute Tallow for Palm Oil).
Easy #TallowSoap Recipe
February 11, 2024
Heather Dessingerhttps://mommypotamus.com/tallow-soap-recipe/
#AnimalProducts #SolarPunkSunday #DIY #SoapRecipes -
Another item that we make for gifts is homemade #ColdProcess soap. It's not for the faint-of-heart, as sodium hydroxide (lye) is extremely caustic and must be handled with care (goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, have an open bottle of vinegar handy in case of spills -- it neutralizes lye). Melt-and-pour soaps are a lot easier, but if you like working with chemistry, cold-process soap is for you!
The best book we've read is #TheSoapmakersCompanion. There are websites as well (listed below), but no matter what guide you use, pay attention to the caveats!
By Susan Miller Cavitch
Revised edition, Nov 10, 2010
Originally published in 1997
288 pages
ISBN-13 9781603427364
E-Book $11.99
Trade paperback $21.99Simple Basic Beginner Soap Recipe with Shea Butter | Cold Process
https://theeverydayfarmhouse.com/beginner-soap-recipe-shea-butter-cold-process/
The Soap Queen has online tuturials on cold-process soapmaking, including lye safety!
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAADF6209996265D2
Some recipes from The Soap Queen:
https://soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/my-favorite-cold-process-recipes-2/
#SolarPunkSunday #DIY
#DIYSoap #Soapmaking #ColdProcessSoapmaking
#HandmadeGifts #DIYSkinCare -
Another item that we make for gifts is homemade #ColdProcess soap. It's not for the faint-of-heart, as sodium hydroxide (lye) is extremely caustic and must be handled with care (goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, have an open bottle of vinegar handy in case of spills -- it neutralizes lye). Melt-and-pour soaps are a lot easier, but if you like working with chemistry, cold-process soap is for you!
The best book we've read is #TheSoapmakersCompanion. There are websites as well (listed below), but no matter what guide you use, pay attention to the caveats!
By Susan Miller Cavitch
Revised edition, Nov 10, 2010
Originally published in 1997
288 pages
ISBN-13 9781603427364
E-Book $11.99
Trade paperback $21.99Simple Basic Beginner Soap Recipe with Shea Butter | Cold Process
https://theeverydayfarmhouse.com/beginner-soap-recipe-shea-butter-cold-process/
The Soap Queen has online tuturials on cold-process soapmaking, including lye safety!
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAADF6209996265D2
Some recipes from The Soap Queen:
https://soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/my-favorite-cold-process-recipes-2/
#SolarPunkSunday #DIY
#DIYSoap #Soapmaking #ColdProcessSoapmaking
#HandmadeGifts #DIYSkinCare -
Another item that we make for gifts is homemade #ColdProcess soap. It's not for the faint-of-heart, as sodium hydroxide (lye) is extremely caustic and must be handled with care (goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, have an open bottle of vinegar handy in case of spills -- it neutralizes lye). Melt-and-pour soaps are a lot easier, but if you like working with chemistry, cold-process soap is for you!
The best book we've read is #TheSoapmakersCompanion. There are websites as well (listed below), but no matter what guide you use, pay attention to the caveats!
By Susan Miller Cavitch
Revised edition, Nov 10, 2010
Originally published in 1997
288 pages
ISBN-13 9781603427364
E-Book $11.99
Trade paperback $21.99Simple Basic Beginner Soap Recipe with Shea Butter | Cold Process
https://theeverydayfarmhouse.com/beginner-soap-recipe-shea-butter-cold-process/
The Soap Queen has online tuturials on cold-process soapmaking, including lye safety!
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAADF6209996265D2
Some recipes from The Soap Queen:
https://soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/my-favorite-cold-process-recipes-2/
#SolarPunkSunday #DIY
#DIYSoap #Soapmaking #ColdProcessSoapmaking
#HandmadeGifts #DIYSkinCare -
Another item that we make for gifts is homemade #ColdProcess soap. It's not for the faint-of-heart, as sodium hydroxide (lye) is extremely caustic and must be handled with care (goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, have an open bottle of vinegar handy in case of spills -- it neutralizes lye). Melt-and-pour soaps are a lot easier, but if you like working with chemistry, cold-process soap is for you!
The best book we've read is #TheSoapmakersCompanion. There are websites as well (listed below), but no matter what guide you use, pay attention to the caveats!
By Susan Miller Cavitch
Revised edition, Nov 10, 2010
Originally published in 1997
288 pages
ISBN-13 9781603427364
E-Book $11.99
Trade paperback $21.99Simple Basic Beginner Soap Recipe with Shea Butter | Cold Process
https://theeverydayfarmhouse.com/beginner-soap-recipe-shea-butter-cold-process/
The Soap Queen has online tuturials on cold-process soapmaking, including lye safety!
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAADF6209996265D2
Some recipes from The Soap Queen:
https://soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/my-favorite-cold-process-recipes-2/
#SolarPunkSunday #DIY
#DIYSoap #Soapmaking #ColdProcessSoapmaking
#HandmadeGifts #DIYSkinCare -
Another item that we make for gifts is homemade #ColdProcess soap. It's not for the faint-of-heart, as sodium hydroxide (lye) is extremely caustic and must be handled with care (goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, have an open bottle of vinegar handy in case of spills -- it neutralizes lye). Melt-and-pour soaps are a lot easier, but if you like working with chemistry, cold-process soap is for you!
The best book we've read is #TheSoapmakersCompanion. There are websites as well (listed below), but no matter what guide you use, pay attention to the caveats!
By Susan Miller Cavitch
Revised edition, Nov 10, 2010
Originally published in 1997
288 pages
ISBN-13 9781603427364
E-Book $11.99
Trade paperback $21.99Simple Basic Beginner Soap Recipe with Shea Butter | Cold Process
https://theeverydayfarmhouse.com/beginner-soap-recipe-shea-butter-cold-process/
The Soap Queen has online tuturials on cold-process soapmaking, including lye safety!
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAADF6209996265D2
Some recipes from The Soap Queen:
https://soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/my-favorite-cold-process-recipes-2/
#SolarPunkSunday #DIY
#DIYSoap #Soapmaking #ColdProcessSoapmaking
#HandmadeGifts #DIYSkinCare -
If anyone is interested in #soapmaking (#ColdProcess), this is the book! I would also invest in some googles, chemical-resistant gloves, pyrex measuring cups (2 cup), a good food scale, and a few other items. We found some great wooden soap molds on Etsy. Newer molds have washable/removable silicone linings -- which takes away the need for "wax" paper liners!
"In this comprehensive guide, Susan Miller Cavitch covers everything you need to know to make your own soaps. Learn the basic techniques for crafting oil-, cream-, and vegetable-based soaps, and then start experimenting with your own personalized scents and effects. Cavitch provides tips for making more than 40 different specialty soaps, showing you how to design colorful marbled bars and expertly blend ingredients to create custom fragrances. You’ll soon be making luxurious soaps at a fraction of the cost of boutique products."
About the book:
https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/susan-miller-cavitch/the-soapmakers-companion/9781603427364/Soap molds on Etsy:
https://www.etsy.com/market/wooden_soap_molds -
Now that the holidays have passed, I can finally show off the #soap I made for my partner!
It's a sandal wood & rose scent of my own blend, with rose clay and a charcoal line. 😊
#soapmaking #HandmadeSoap #coldprocess #mastoArt #creativetoots
(Yes, I know it looks like a cake. 😋 )
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Unmolded and cut the #coldprocess soap I made yesterday.
This one had a lot of problems, and the look didn't turn out at all how I hoped. But it smells heavenly.
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So I promised @buncho I'd do my part to fill out the #soapmaking tag. 😄
Here's the last batch of #coldprocess soap, which I made with my partner. It's colored with charcoal powder, and green zeolite clay. The fragrance is "Black tea & bergamot."