Free Beginner’s Guide To Soapmaking: Cold Process. We are going back to the basics.
Here is a free beginner’s guide to the art and science of soapmaking that includes a step-by-step guide through the basics of Cold Process, and in part two, a beginner’s Melt and Pour layering project. Plus, downloadable PDFs make these guides a handy take-anywhere tool! What’s the difference between Melt & Pour (M&P) and Cold Process (CP) soap?
Melt and Pour (M&P or MP) utilizes a pre-made base that is ready to use as is (literally, you could take the melt and pour block, as-is, get in the shower and lather away!). But this block of unassuming plain soap is waiting for your personal touch to transform into something amazing. Essential Oil Blending Tips! Creating new essential oil blends and re-creating old favorites is an exciting and relaxing experience for me.
It doesn’t need to take a lot of time, although it sometimes can – either way, the rewards of creating your own scent combinations are endless and very satisfying! Gloves: keep in mind that you are working with undiluted essential oils and you do not want to get any on your hands! Droppers, pipettes, or reducer caps: most essential oils come equipped with a reducer cap, but if there isn’t one, keep some droppers or pipettes on hand. Small glass storage or blending bottles: I find that 1/24, 1/8, or 1/4 oz bottles work well depending on the blend.
Perfume blotters or cotton balls: to smell and observe your creations transform as they evaporate. Homemade Soy Candles « The Pretty Pauper. Soap Queen.