By Nannette Richford
Making soap from "melt and pour" glycerin is safe, without the risks associated with handling lye. Glycerin is actually the byproduct of combining lye and fat. You can purchase pure glycerin and add your own natural ingredients to create natural soap in less than an hour. Chop or shred 3 cups of glycerin soap base. A vegetable shredder work well, but you can also use a sharp knife to chop the ...
By Suzanne Alicie
Oatmeal soap isn't just for kids suffering from chicken pox. It is a wonderfully soothing soap that exfoliates and cleans naturally. However oatmeal soaps from the store tend to have other ingredients and chemicals in them. If you prefer natural soap, follow a quick recipe to make your own. Cut the clear glycerine base soap into 1-inch pieces and place them into the microwaveable container. ...
By Sharon Sweeny
Melt and pour glycerin soap is a popular craft project. You buy the pre-made soap, melt it and pour it into molds. Serious DIY-types want to make glycerin soap base from scratch at home. The first part of the process is just like making any type of soap. Once the soap begins to thicken, you add alcohol, glycerin and sugar. This method makes a soap so clear that you can read through ...
By Sabah Karimi
Essential oils and various body butters are combined to make body lotion, and applying lotion regularly can keep your skin looking smooth, supple and youthful. Body lotion made with natural ingredients can be especially nourishing during winter, and you can make your own lotion at home with some basic ingredients that are melted together in the microwave. Prepare your emulsifier. Combine 1/2...
By Lauren Wise
Let the soap fully melt while stirring the combined mixture of honey, lye soap and water. Make sure they are evenly combined. Add all of the coarsely ground oatmeal and stir until evenly mixed. Do not let the mixture bubble up at all--keep it at medium heat. Stir the mixture for at least a full minute while dripping in the essential oils to ensure it is distributed. Oils will provide scent, ...
By Maggie Hira
Making your own cosmetics is a great hobby that can be a lot of fun. Many of the cosmetic recipes are extremely easy to follow. Once you get the hang of the process, you will be able to make all of your own makeup in the comfort and convenience of your own home. Making your own cosmetics is also a fun project to do with friends and family. Purchase makeup-making supplies. You will need fragrance ...
By Debra Turner
Use a double boiler to melt the shea, mango or cocoa butter over very low heat. Use one, two or all three different butters, depending upon what you like best. Stir constantly with a wooden spoon, and don't allow the mixture to come to a boil. This will become the perfume base. Remove the perfume base from the heat as soon as the butter has melted completely. Stir it very well. Slowly add the ...
By Giselle Diamond
Add your preferred color to the soap melt. You can be very creative in what you add to the melted soap base. You may like to add natural fragrances like sandal or rose. You could also add extracts like peppermint or vanilla to the base. Spices like cinnamon or clove also give a lovely aroma to the soap. You could also add ingredients that are considered good for the skin like oatmeal rose petals ...
By Cindy Ausbrooks
The low melting point of cocoa butter carries over to the chocolate and gives it the creamy, melt in your mouth texture. Oxidation results from corrosive oxygen breaking down the substances it is contained within. The natural antioxidants found in cocoa butter remove excess oxygen from anything it is combined with, slowing the process. It can prevent rancidity and extend the shelf life of products ...
By Nannette Richford
Melt in a double boiler over low heat until the oil and wax are melted. Stir with a wooden spoon to mix thoroughly Heat 2 cups of water to a boil over medium heat. Pour into a bowl and allow to cool slightly. Pour the oil and wax mixture into the water, stirring to mix. Add a few drops of essential oils for fragrance, if preferred. Allow to cool slightly. Your lotion will be thin, but will ...