This Shea Butter Soap Bar Recipe is So Easy and So Worth the Effort

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  • @wonderandwander24
    @wonderandwander24 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

    For those wanting to use soap calc to tailor your soap batch size, this is 5% superfat, 30% water, 50% Shea Butter, 30% Coconut Oil, 20% Olive Oil.

    • @Vincent-s7y
      @Vincent-s7y 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Can I use a mixture of argon and avocado oils in place of olive oil?

    • @bearsonlive8405
      @bearsonlive8405 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@Vincent-s7y yes you could

    • @Th3gloprincess
      @Th3gloprincess 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Could I just double the recipe ? To make a full loaf?

    • @markvandersande8075
      @markvandersande8075 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@Th3gloprincess Yes you can

  • @rachelmageo773
    @rachelmageo773 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Yes!! That’s wonderful I order my shea from Africa from a women run company called Baraka

  • @jlo9207
    @jlo9207 2 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Made shea butter soap but didn't use coconut oil. I replace it with rice bran oil and avocado oil since I have very sensitive skin. It was beautiful, creamy and very moisturising

    • @dmoneil100
      @dmoneil100 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      could you share the percentages, i thought shea was only recommended for 15% or less or you get dreaded orange spots???

    • @julieallison8508
      @julieallison8508 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@dmoneil100mine are 2 years old and still wonderful 😊

  • @thetvgallery
    @thetvgallery 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    New to soap making here, finally took the leap to make soap, used your recipe here and it came out beautifully! This is exactly the recipe I was looking for! I’m so incredibly excited how beautifully this soap came out! Thank you so much!

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      So thrilled t hear you enjoyed it and your time making soap

  • @ValeriaMitchell-ku9zk
    @ValeriaMitchell-ku9zk 19 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you. So easy. Appreciate

  • @eveofalliance
    @eveofalliance ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you!
    The simplicity and your cheerful demeanor are very much appreciated!
    Near Savannah, Georgia, USA

  • @Relesemeskincare
    @Relesemeskincare ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Yes coconut oil and Shea butter makes a beautiful luxurious bar of very soothing to the skin. I add olive in my soap. I love your video❤

  • @MmOonn-t7p
    @MmOonn-t7p วันที่ผ่านมา

    thank you very much this is very nice ❤

  • @crystalvoyager11
    @crystalvoyager11 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I just found the cure time in previous questions and reply. Thank you so much , i cant wait to try this!! ❤❤❤

  • @TwinTiger
    @TwinTiger หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What a lovely relaxing video, thank you

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you, I am so happy to hear you enjoyed it

  • @Sellocske70
    @Sellocske70 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I use this shea butter+olive oil+coconut oil recipe for years now. I love it, the best one. Plus I put a bit of honey and goat milk powder in it but this is the vegan version. Perfect! Thanks for the recipe ;)

  • @sharronboccorh3777
    @sharronboccorh3777 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Hi Sarah. Beautiful soap. I make cold process soap. I live in the Shea butter country. (Ghana) I have never tried 50% Shea butter. I will definitely try this. Amazing soap

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I cant wait for you to try it out Sharron

    • @sharronboccorh3777
      @sharronboccorh3777 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I made this Amazing 50% Shea butter soap. The creamiest, most luxurious, buttery, gorgeous, lovely soap I've ever made. It gave me the rich creamy colour of Shea butter. I wish I could send you a photograph. Thanks Sarah 🙏

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sharronboccorh3777 That's so fantastic to hear!

    • @hellentatendakajawu
      @hellentatendakajawu ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Sharon, where can I get shea butter in ghana. I'm in southafrica

    • @sharronboccorh3777
      @sharronboccorh3777 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hellentatendakajawu Shea butter is everywhere (lol) I have colleagues who deal in shea butter. I will ask them if they do international shipping

  • @susanravella6261
    @susanravella6261 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This recipe makes the absolute best everyday soap ever! I am making a second round of it this weekend as my husband loved it, too, and the last batch was used up really quickly! (I used a tsp of colloidal oats and a tsp of honey last time. It's fun to play with such a reliable recipe!) Thank you so much for sharing this with us!

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Your additions sound fabulous Susan!

    • @kblaze8436
      @kblaze8436 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      How long do you let the soap cure for before you use it?😊

    • @susanravella6261
      @susanravella6261 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @kblaze8436 I cured my first batch for a total of 6 weeks, but in all honesty, I had cut some smaller bars, and began using them at 4 weeks. By weight, though, it was 6 weeks before they stopped shrinking from evaporation.
      I also got very impatient, and after making my second batch, immediately made a third batch, and cooked it. This recipe adapts perfectly to hot process!

  • @coconutluxenaturals
    @coconutluxenaturals 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I absolutely love using Shea butter in my soaps, you can really feel the difference it makes xxx

    • @Filmarsoap
      @Filmarsoap 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Melt the butter first before mix the oil

  • @SaltTaylor-c3u
    @SaltTaylor-c3u 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just got some raw shea butter from Ghana and I can't wait to do this

  • @bekesize
    @bekesize หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    As a new soap maker, 11 batches in, this is my favorite soap!❤❤❤
    It didn’t start out that way, lol. It was my second batch, everything was going fine, until I added cardamom essential oil, 😮 and suddenly it chunked up. I struggled to get it into my pretty, LITTLE molds, 😢 lol. It unmolded tacky, and every piece had major empty spots. I made a note to only use the recipe with a log mold! In comparison to my first batch of olive oil soap, it appeared chalky and had none of the full ounce of cardamom essential oil scent left.
    Do you think it will play nice in either of those methods? Do you have any tips to help it retain the essential oil scent in cold process?
    Yet, two months later, it is the soap I look for again and again! It is so moisturizing! No other recipe even comes close! Believe me, I tried! No matter how much I increase the superfat…it’s not this luxurious soap! I love it so much, I bought travel soap containers to keep in my purse because I never want to use anything else! 😊😊😊
    I am just now coming back to your recipe, because as I sample all my other batches, nothing comes close! I made the original batch with yellow shea. Another recipe batch made with yellow shea also jumped from emulsion to thick trace, so I tried white shea in following recipes. White shea had far less surprises, so I was swearing off yellow shea, except…well, I can’t stop reaching for my mishappen, ashy looking, shea smelling, yellow soaps! 😂🎉❤😊
    So, I am going to make it again, using yellow shea. I am considering trying my hand at stick blender counter top hot process, fluid soap, or tellervo’s easy stovetop hot process, simply so I can mask some of the strong shea butter scent with a citrus essential oil after the cook.

    • @thebetteryou-808
      @thebetteryou-808 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @bekesize i really needed to hear this, tysm for ur review. i will try this too. do u think its good as a facial bar? also can i add goatmilk to make it even mor nurishing ?

    • @bekesize
      @bekesize หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@thebetteryou-808
      I like it for my face. It leaves what feels like a light bit of lotion on the skin. I have never worked with goat milk.

  • @lball9975
    @lball9975 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love that creamy lather! Thank you for sharing the recipe.

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching and spending time with us today x

  • @jlo9207
    @jlo9207 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I 've made shea butter soap twice. Used shea butter, avocado oil , rice bran and a bit of castor oil and coconut milk. Added a bit of sugar for bubbles and wow it was the best. Don't know why I never made it again, think I should. This time using your recipe as that one was a bit costly :)

    • @swapnasudhakaran3923
      @swapnasudhakaran3923 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Can you please share the proportion of ingredients in ur recipe?

  • @СветланаМокряк-т7г
    @СветланаМокряк-т7г 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Дякую за рецепт! Ви дуже гарна та позитивна жінка😍 Вже зварила мило👍🥰🥰🥰

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am so happy to hear that you enjoyed my video. I hope you get to make more soap really soon

    • @СветланаМокряк-т7г
      @СветланаМокряк-т7г 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SoapSchoolUK , дякую, Сара! Мило по Вашим урокам неймовірні та дуже подобаютьсявсій моїй родині 🥰👍😍. Процвітання Вашому каналу💋💋💋

  • @lisastemnock750
    @lisastemnock750 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wonderful video, thank you so much! I am so glad I stumbled upon you! I have 55 pounds of Shea butter I bought for my whipped body butter. I will definitely be trying this recipe soon! I love the lather test, it looks so creamy! This will also be perfect for my vegan friends.

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lisa I am thrilled it has helped you

  • @sonyamatson8886
    @sonyamatson8886 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My daughter and I have made this soap many times now, we absolutely love it! If I were to put in an essential oil, how many drops do you suggest? Thank you!

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yay, so glad you love it too. You can use up to 3% fragrance or essential oils in your recipe usually

  • @Nickyk64
    @Nickyk64 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is the best soap ever! Has anybody had any experience with adding essential oil for fragrance? Could you advise please.

  • @chukwuezemaureen5020
    @chukwuezemaureen5020 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hi, Sarah. Never done any shea butter cold process soap before. I will try it out this night. Ur teaching is wonderful. Well understood..Well done ma

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm glad you find my videos helpful

  • @1019buster
    @1019buster ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I make soap and always use 10 percent shea butter. I am going to try 50 percent. I love all your video. Thank you for sharing your tips

  • @kathrynway7218
    @kathrynway7218 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'll probably do this tomorrow! Thank you ☺️

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope you enjoy making it Kathryn

  • @cathygilani4663
    @cathygilani4663 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ooh - what creamy lather!!
    This look like a winner Sara! 💖

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Cathy, yay, so glad you like it too :). It's really is lovely and rich

  • @helenellsworth9556
    @helenellsworth9556 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for sharing your recipe, people like you are a gem in ash 😊

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad it helps Helen :)

  • @shannonpayne3041
    @shannonpayne3041 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Best soap I've ever seen, I never made soap before but I love moisturizing bars so this will be my first try definitely, 😍 thanks for your teaching

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hope you enjoy it Shannon

    • @opentoreiki
      @opentoreiki 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can’t wait to make it! Where do I find the recipe?

  • @johnnybstuddd4482
    @johnnybstuddd4482 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have some shea butter and I can't wait to make this soap. It looks simple too, going to make it this weekend, thanks again for the awesome recipe.

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Johnny I hope you enjoy making it :)

    • @johnnybstuddd4482
      @johnnybstuddd4482 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@SoapSchoolUK Yes I did, i finally got a chance to use it since it cured. It is really nice soap. I was thinking of making it again but modifying the recipe using coconut milk, maybe using 75 g of water and 75g of frozen coconut milk.

  • @marviareid2190
    @marviareid2190 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I made it using your recipe and it came out great. Thanks you

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

  • @marviareid2190
    @marviareid2190 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I tried it and it came out great

  • @rachelmageo773
    @rachelmageo773 ปีที่แล้ว

    Baracka Shea butter is my fav!!

  • @ykwong7389
    @ykwong7389 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is what I have been searching for. Easy to follow step by step and the clear beautiful voice. Can I do away with the Soap Calculation scales which is confusing for me to understand? Yes, I will get the ingredients soon to make my own soap. Thank you. I pressed like and subscribed k

  • @sonyasmith-hughes3326
    @sonyasmith-hughes3326 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    WONDERFUL! I learn something new every time! What a lovely lady. Thank you

  • @lkrsoapandsuch5767
    @lkrsoapandsuch5767 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another great video Sarah. I just love using Shea Butter. Have a wonderful rest of your week.

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      🖐Hope you have a fabulous week too :)

  • @roshab
    @roshab 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You have always been my favourite 💖. Thank you so much mam for such lovely recipes . Great work 🥰 god bless you

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My pleasure Roshni 😊

  • @jennifermanna9796
    @jennifermanna9796 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanku will try this

  • @fishlim627
    @fishlim627 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you! Can it be used like this immediately after 24 hours or does it need to be cured? If yes how much longer before it can be used safely without lye residue left?
    Thanks!

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      If you have achieved a full gel stage there should be no remaining lye. You can leave it longer if you prefer :)

    • @Waloo9993
      @Waloo9993 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​What do you mean of gel stage ??​@@SoapSchoolUK

  • @marianacortez6437
    @marianacortez6437 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Jesus Christ!!!! I've been searching for a recipe JUST LIKE THAT in weeks!!!!! Thank you for sharing! Can't wait to finally try it! :) Love the way you explained it all!

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Woohooo, so glad it helped you :). Have fun!

    • @marianacortez6437
      @marianacortez6437 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@SoapSchoolUK Could you tell me how much fragrance I should put in this recipe? I think 15g but not completely sure :D Thank you once again!

  • @LangDenise
    @LangDenise 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have never made soap before and this recipe was very easy to follow. Three questions: 1. why cover it with a dark towel? I tried and when I checked, the soil got on the towel (I used small separate molds without lids on them). Do I need to cover them? 2. How long does it take to fully cure? Most of what I read says it takes 2-4 weeks to fully cure. 3. Can we just add our own essential oils to this recipe or does anything else need to be done before adding in some scents? Thank you so much!

  • @Jennimanna
    @Jennimanna ปีที่แล้ว

    Thankyou Sarah i been making soaps for a few years now . Lately the soaps i making havea white film.over them.not aure if thisnis soda ash. I use honey salt sugar in the recipe might be something im doing wrong .,,
    So inwant to try your recile to give me.hope.again.
    I love making soap. Thanku for sharing .

  • @mahdiammar5862
    @mahdiammar5862 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Beautiful

  • @DrunkMerlot
    @DrunkMerlot 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Nice lather❤ you should consider selling them

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      We used to but we wouldn't have time now as we teach 7 days a week at Soap School

  • @Safiya_Iyeh
    @Safiya_Iyeh 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It's beautiful

  • @manishsrivastava6144
    @manishsrivastava6144 ปีที่แล้ว

    excellent ,very simple and impressive ...

  • @aishahamza5186
    @aishahamza5186 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi sarah, Have some shea butter, I,m going to tried it soon. Very enjoyable. Thank you.

  • @chsrlottetaylor5804
    @chsrlottetaylor5804 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your she butter

  • @grimnotionz
    @grimnotionz หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have 2 questions 😊 how long do I cure this and also if I wanted to hot process this how would you do this please

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Great question! You should ideally cure for 4 to 6 weeks before packaging for use. This recipe can certainly be hot processed. I would watch a video for the cooking process of a hot process soap for the main process as it's too complex to detail in a text reply

    • @grimnotionz
      @grimnotionz หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@SoapSchoolUK thank you very much. I think i shall just do the cold process and be patient with it as it seems less complex 😊 at which point is the saponification process finished with cold?
      Thank you for your help

  • @DeborahKeeney-mg3ft
    @DeborahKeeney-mg3ft ปีที่แล้ว

    Love shea butter! Thank you for the video

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  ปีที่แล้ว

      So good to know you enjoy it too :)

  • @ogoosarah4467
    @ogoosarah4467 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So nice . Well done Sarah ❤️

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I appreciate you supporting my channel Sarah x

  • @debbieescobar6267
    @debbieescobar6267 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Use percentages instead of weights. Typos happen, and it makes it easier to make any batch size

  • @Rosemary-lg8sf
    @Rosemary-lg8sf 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ♥️ Love your recipe ♥️

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Rosemary, I appreciate your support 😊

  • @lauragent2708
    @lauragent2708 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video. I really want to try doing it now. If I wanted essential oils in it, how much would you recommend for this size batch please? :)

  • @harryByrne-u2f
    @harryByrne-u2f 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hey Sarah, how would I go about adding essential oils to it.

  • @tnmatos1
    @tnmatos1 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello beautiful soul ...Thank you so much for this recipe ... Can you tell me how many grams or ounces of fragrance oil I can use without compromising the balance of the recipe.... I am fairly new and learning 🎉🎉

  • @caterrificable
    @caterrificable ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the video and recipe!! if I want to add a fragrance, how much should I add and when?

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You can generally add 3% skin safe fragrance or essential oil blend of your choice

    • @caterrificable
      @caterrificable ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@SoapSchoolUK I’m brand new to this so 3% of what?

    • @caterrificable
      @caterrificable ปีที่แล้ว

      And when do I add it?

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@caterrificable You asked how much fragrance you could add? I replied with the amount :)

  • @kenimitrovic7001
    @kenimitrovic7001 ปีที่แล้ว

    ❤ Very good

  • @danielbolger25
    @danielbolger25 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this ideal but i am scare the shea butter speeds up trace on me. I never used shea butter before.

  • @HipHopBeatSource
    @HipHopBeatSource 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How did you melt the shea butter and coconut oil?

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You can use any heat source like a hob, hotplate or even the mocrowave

  • @jessicaharris1446
    @jessicaharris1446 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi. Love the video. Thank you and appreciate you for sharing. How long did you let the soap cure?

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I give them 4 to 6 weeks before packaging

  • @PatMcHock
    @PatMcHock ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey, just started making soaps. Ive made about 20 loafs or so. Did you use the soap after 24 hours? I thought you had to let this cure for 4-6 weeks?

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  ปีที่แล้ว

      If the soap has fully gelled there will be no further ph changes but it still requires time to cure and for the water to evaporate

  • @jayashree3972
    @jayashree3972 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is it suitable to babies and children too?

  • @taniategg1999
    @taniategg1999 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    As always an amazing, clear video Sarah!! Can i ask what the SF was on this recipe?

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Hi Tania, Great question. Because the shea has lots of unsaponifiables I kept it at 5% superfat :)

    • @elainem7722
      @elainem7722 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@SoapSchoolUK How does one find out the percentage of unsaponifiables in an oil? Thanks.

  • @NazUnlimited
    @NazUnlimited ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for sharing this recipe 😊 How many days after did you do the lather test?

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  ปีที่แล้ว

      I tested after only a few days but I prefer to test after 4 weeks

  • @jackiexoxo169
    @jackiexoxo169 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this wonderful recipe! If were to add essential oils to the soap (for example, lavender oil), how many grams would you recommend I should add?

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  ปีที่แล้ว

      I use a maximum of 3% essential oils in my soaps :)

    • @jackiexoxo169
      @jackiexoxo169 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SoapSchoolUK Thank you!

  • @oumou-lalya8052
    @oumou-lalya8052 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can this recipe be made for liquid soap? Thanks

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No, you need a different recipe and lye type for liquid soaps

  • @pathtojannahclub9933
    @pathtojannahclub9933 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi did u use lye?

  • @Seabee753
    @Seabee753 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a couple of questions - i am new to soap making . Do i have to add lye to the soap ?could i add something else as a substitute? What does the lye actually do ?

  • @tnmatos1
    @tnmatos1 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Would I be able to use fragrance oil?

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes you can certainly use fragrance oils. Just look at the information on the suppliers site for the amount allowable in a soap

    • @tnmatos1
      @tnmatos1 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@SoapSchoolUKThank you… This soap is WONDERFUL. ❤ Thank youuuuuu so much ‼️

  • @Mrs_Canary
    @Mrs_Canary 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I tried 70% shea and 30% coconut oil and 100% shea.
    They both feel great. Creamy. The one with coconut oil has more lather though

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am so glad you have tried them out and enjoy them!

  • @soniasangion5517
    @soniasangion5517 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Sarah! I will give this recipe a go for sure. Only query is... As it is cold process method, don't I have to let it cure? If yes, for how many days? Thanks in advance for your help.

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, it will need 4 to 6 weeks to cure and dry

  • @evelinewooninck
    @evelinewooninck 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Sorry i'm a beginner. Does this soap need to cure? And how long?

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Welcome to Soapy Fun. All soap should cure really. Ideally 4 weeks but can be up to 6 weeks

  • @Shelinka133
    @Shelinka133 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This will be my first time making soap. How long does this soap take to cure? I also would like to know if I could add fresh rosemary to this recipe? I have many, many bushes of rosemary on our property.

  • @RubyLockx
    @RubyLockx 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    If you want to add essential oil scent how much do you recommend for a batch this size? And at what stage do you add the scent in? How do you store this after making a batch this size?

  • @atibatianya
    @atibatianya ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can I use essentials oils as fragrance or they are not working for soap?!

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  ปีที่แล้ว

      You can absolutely use essential oils

    • @atibatianya
      @atibatianya ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SoapSchoolUK Thank you I

  • @justinrowley1990
    @justinrowley1990 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    do you think or know if i could replace shea butter in this recipe with kokum butter?

  • @staceycotton9681
    @staceycotton9681 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi, I don't want to use lye what else can you suggest castor oil?

  • @staceyj6615
    @staceyj6615 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's been a while since I made soap, if I use spring water, will it still set correctly or do I have to use distilled water?

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi :). Many mineral waters work well but they do contain some minerals that can accelerate oxidisation that can lead to DOS. The distilled water does not but if you are just starting to enjoy soap making at home I would do a test

  • @virginial_c2235
    @virginial_c2235 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello Sarah, I have a question.
    Today I made my first batch of soap, and filled my molds, then while washing my utensils, I thought of using the left over soap from my container to wash my hands, it was still in a creamy state. And it didn't mske any bubbles, and made my hands wrinkle in just a few seconds.
    Any idea why was that?
    Thank you for your videos, I can't wait to try all your soaps.
    Update: Well after waiting 2 days for my hands to be okay again, and after I felt confident again to try the solidified soaps I made, that soap needs to rest ( at least 24hrs), Yes or yes. It needs to mature. So the lye doesn't burn your skin.

  • @annap1191
    @annap1191 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video. Can you use food grade lye using baking soda?

    • @NazUnlimited
      @NazUnlimited ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Baking soda is sodium bicarbonate not sodium hydroxide if I’m correct

  • @emilyuk3570
    @emilyuk3570 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Could I add seamoss to this and at what point pls,

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You can soak the seamoss in the water or keep part of the water back to infuse it in and add later in the mixing process.

  • @mtnk096
    @mtnk096 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi is this soap just body soap or also good for face?

  • @jennifercuebas7592
    @jennifercuebas7592 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi there, is it possible to replace the coconut oil with another oil? Working with a coconut allergy...Thanks!

  • @bridgetfrias9786
    @bridgetfrias9786 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do we have to add the sodium hydroxide? And can I add coloring to this?

  • @sandriagutierrez2605
    @sandriagutierrez2605 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for this video. I’m a novice, and had no clue how to start. If I want to add essential oils, at what point to I add to the mixture, and is the stick blender an essential?

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You add the once you reach a light trace :). I hope you enjoy soap making

    • @sandriagutierrez2605
      @sandriagutierrez2605 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@SoapSchoolUK thank you!!

  • @thepearlygoatsoapery9512
    @thepearlygoatsoapery9512 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    with a high % of unsaponifiables in Shea Butter do you reduce the superfast to 0 ? Do you find an 8 week cure enough? Have you made 100% Shea Butter Soap & if so did you adjust the superfat from the standard 5%

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  26 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Good question, but no it's not needed and makes a really lovely soap just as it is.

  • @emilyuk3570
    @emilyuk3570 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Which shea butter is best to buy

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They will all work in your soap. The raw unrefined will have an odour that may come through over your fragrance

  • @Fitaccountant
    @Fitaccountant 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do you have a recipe without using lye?

  • @feliciaphillip5523
    @feliciaphillip5523 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you have to use the sodium hydroxide ?

  • @jenniferacevedo5543
    @jenniferacevedo5543 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Is this good for sensitive skin

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have a sensitive skin and eczema, and I love it

  • @salonikhanna5503
    @salonikhanna5503 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi, canvthis soap be used immediately or we need to cure it. Secondly can this base be used later for a melt and pour recipe

    • @sylvanaire
      @sylvanaire 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      She seemed to use it after only 24 hours, but the one and only time I’ve ever made soap, I had to cure for six weeks, so I wonder what the difference is. I hope she comes back and checks new comments.

  • @AnnePeaceWithGod
    @AnnePeaceWithGod ปีที่แล้ว

    Can i add essitial oils to this?

  • @ZakariyyhauHawawu
    @ZakariyyhauHawawu 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Plz ma what if i dont have a scale for measurement

  • @DarcieGibson
    @DarcieGibson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Did you let the soap cure before demonstrating the lather? I am 100% new to soap making but would love to try this recipe. I actually have all of the ingredients. :) Also, if I were to add essential oils how much should i add and will different ones cause a different reaction? Thanks

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The soap was only a couple of days old when I tested the lather. The essential oils will not affect the recipe in any way, you can use them or leave them out :)

    • @emilyuk3570
      @emilyuk3570 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Could I add poppy seeds to this?

  • @Lovedesiree585
    @Lovedesiree585 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What soap mold is this that you’re using?

  • @angelalasareva7748
    @angelalasareva7748 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How many drops of essential oil I can add please ??????????

  • @binxwinx8434
    @binxwinx8434 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lovely! Thank you! If adding essential oil or fragrance oil, how many grams should we add?

  • @Amahle-d8t
    @Amahle-d8t 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    New to Soap making . May you share where you get Shea butter from

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I'm in the UK, so I use Soap Makers Store and Soap Kitchen

  • @konstantinabrousali5829
    @konstantinabrousali5829 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello Sarah. May i ask a question? Because we have very hard water, can i add citric acid 1 or 2% for this recipe? Thank you for your beautiful tutorial.

    • @SoapSchoolUK
      @SoapSchoolUK  ปีที่แล้ว

      You can add citric acid to any of your recipes, hope you have lots of fun making it :)

    • @konstantinabrousali5829
      @konstantinabrousali5829 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much

    • @medardazah183
      @medardazah183 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Si vous dépasser certaine quantité d'acide citrique il faut un surplus de soude. Mais 2% devrait aller

    • @konstantinabrousali5829
      @konstantinabrousali5829 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@medardazah183 Thank you so much!

  • @joelgodfrey6872
    @joelgodfrey6872 ปีที่แล้ว

    At what point can I add essential oils to the batch? And do you just let it sit over night then cut it?