I made my household soap this morning but I use coconut oil, tallow and castor oil in the oil mix and add lemon and petitgrain essential oils after trace. I have clients that LOVE this soap especially for cleaning pots/pans/cutlery and other household cleaning jobs since it leave a high shine. Even baths and basins shine with it. For the laundry I just grate it up and use it half 'n half with washing soda. As a solid bar it's excellent as a laundry stain bar too.
I don’t understand your directions for using it in the washing machine. Can you please tell us how to make it combining the ingredients with the measurements to make a batch of laundry powder please 🙏 ❤
I made this and the shea butter soap. Waiting to see how it turns out tomorrow. I tried your body cream. Loved these recipes. I am just not sure on point. can baking power be substituted for baking soda in the deodorant recipe? I did see a no baking soda recipe on instagram , i like to still know. Thank you for inspiring this journey . :)
Hey, another question haha, I like the soap so much :) Sometimes It leaves a bit of grease on my dishes, maybe I used too much coconut oil? or I didn't mix it enough? Thanks
Hi, I have a question. Can you make dish wash soap from glycerine soap, or does it make the soap a less effective cleanser? I want to make a dish wash soap which I can remelt, to melt the left over bits together again, but I don't want the soap to be less effective of course. All hints are welcome! Thanks :)
Let me know how it goes. Make sure to wear safety gears at all times! You can also register to my free online soap workshop linked here to learn more! event.webinarjam.com/channel/soap
I like to use the refined one because it's lighter and you also have less chances of getting oil spoilage or too much moisture which could lead to mold. In my opinion, it is also unnecessarily expensive for soap making - best to use it in food! But that being said, you can also use extra virgin olive oil.
hi! would you add some essential oils (especially for the laundry detergent) or could it react with the sodium hydroxide? thank you! and great videos!!
not half and half but I have a recipe with these 2 ingredients here: bottegazerowaste.com/blogs/natural-palm-oil-free-soap-making/easy-vegan-palm-oil-free-soap-recipe-for-beginners-zero-waste
What kind of scale do I need to accurately measure everything...I have a food scale that does grams and oz but it doesn't do things like 50 oz it goes to pounds after 16 oz and it doesn't do things like 2.11 grams it gives me just solid numbers...do I need to buy a special soap making scale or will a really good digital scale from Walmart be ok?
Hi.....can I do a 5% superfat of 100% coconut oil soap for washing dishes.....I also will be using citric acid+sugar (water is hard in my area+sugar in the recipe will add more bubbles)......thanks, also will be adding 3% eucyptus oil for fragrance
@@BottegaZeroWaste 5% superfat would mean that for every 100 grams of soap I can add 5 grams of extra coconut oil if I don't wish to go for lye discounting?.....so if I want to make the soap more cleansing and yet ensure that there is no extra lye remaining in it, I can remove 2 grams of coconut oil from the recipe per 100 grams which would reduce superfat to 3% but ensure enough safety lye buffer? I don't want white streaks left behind in my dishes so I thought reducing the superfat further to 3% may be helpful, what do you think?
Love your video and the soaps ❤️ do you know how to get the smell of coconut after the soap is ready? I love that smell but I don’t know if there’s a special oil I need to use for it
You could add some coconut essential oil for an extra coconut kick. You can calculate the amount of essential oil needed for the recipe on the bramble berry website. I’ve just done this recipe today with lemon essential oil to help cut grease and it smells delightful 😊
If you love the smell of coconut oil, buy the unrefined, virgin coconut oil as this has a naturally coconutty scent to it but you can also add a small amount of fragrance oil to it as well. Make sure to keep it at no more than 3% your total batch weight though as some fragrance oils can cause irritation of more sensitive skin
Thank you, I loved your video! Do you know How long does it last and if this coconut soap expire? I am planning to make my own dish soap and would be great to make them once per year only :)
Soap is like red wine and cheese, the longer you leave it before use, the better it gets! Making a large batch once a year sounds like a great plan! Soaps don't actually expire but they can develop orange spots one them, this is normally from rancid oils. Should you find this on any of your soaps, you can still use them but if you like you can simply shave them off using a grater. Coconut oil soaps are extremely hard and long lasting, I've had a 100% coconut oils soap last 6 months before now!
Yes you could, although it will be a different soap and I think glycerin melt and pour soap base has a lot of glycerin so it may not be as cleansing as this soap!
hello! thanks for your videos! what do you think about adding some baking soda to this coconut oil soap? some people add it so it cleans better clothes
Hi! I have not considered it because the recipe makes it already super cleansing, and also I am not sure how baking soda would react in cold process soap. Now I really have to try - thanks for the suggestion!
Grate the soap, mix one bar with a box of baking soda and equal amount of borax. This makes powdered soap that you can use a couple tablespoons per wash.
Hi!, I made this soap. But after a while washing dishes I noticed that my hands were somewhat dry, I could see opaque or white residues especially on the tips of the fingers, is it normal? how could i fix it?
@@BottegaZeroWaste can you use half olive oil and half coconut oil to solve this problem ? Than it is still cleaning but at the same time nourishing ..
You can use a (washed) Pringle’s can, then just peel the paper can off and you would have a cylinder of soap, that you can cut to multiple pieces. You can also use plastic things; for example cut the bottom of your milk jug or any plastic bottle, and use that as a mold. I wouldn’t recommend anything metal or wood, as these just get stuck.
Nice video but be careful, don't forget to mention to Internet users that you have to release the soap before using it to wash clothes. Substances naturally present in soap, such as glycerin, are not recommended, as they will clog the washing machine in the long term. The release, allows to obtain a soft natural surfactant for the machine with a more satisfactory result for the laundry 😉
I made my household soap this morning but I use coconut oil, tallow and castor oil in the oil mix and add lemon and petitgrain essential oils after trace. I have clients that LOVE this soap especially for cleaning pots/pans/cutlery and other household cleaning jobs since it leave a high shine. Even baths and basins shine with it. For the laundry I just grate it up and use it half 'n half with washing soda. As a solid bar it's excellent as a laundry stain bar too.
Made these last night & they turned out pretty damn good 😃
Awesome, what a fantastic idea, I’m going to make some 100% coconut soap for my washing!!
🙏Thank you so much for sharing the detailed recipe as well!
Your videos have inspired me and many others!
We support your good influence!🥰💖😍
Will this soap clog drains?
I don’t understand your directions for using it in the washing machine. Can you please tell us how to make it combining the ingredients with the measurements to make a batch of laundry powder please 🙏 ❤
I made this and the shea butter soap. Waiting to see how it turns out tomorrow. I tried your body cream. Loved these recipes. I am just not sure on point. can baking power be substituted for baking soda in the deodorant recipe? I did see a no baking soda recipe on instagram , i like to still know. Thank you for inspiring this journey . :)
glad to hear that! no, baking powder is different!
Could you just use coconut oil right out the jar (in liquid) in water with water or will it stain you clothes?
Do you always have to wear gloves when Udine it as a dish soap? Is there anyway you can use it without gloves
Hey, another question haha, I like the soap so much :) Sometimes It leaves a bit of grease on my dishes, maybe I used too much coconut oil? or I didn't mix it enough? Thanks
I find a splash of vinegar in the rinse water takes care of that.
Can i know how many balance pH ?
Hi, I have a question. Can you make dish wash soap from glycerine soap, or does it make the soap a less effective cleanser? I want to make a dish wash soap which I can remelt, to melt the left over bits together again, but I don't want the soap to be less effective of course. All hints are welcome! Thanks :)
You can do that, for sure, but being more moisturising maybe it will leave some white streaks! Worth trying though.
Amé está receta, voy a probarla. ¡Saludos desde Argentina! 💖
Let me know how it goes. Make sure to wear safety gears at all times! You can also register to my free online soap workshop linked here to learn more! event.webinarjam.com/channel/soap
Wow 🤩
Well done
I’m going to try this today! Can you use the same recip for hot process?
Yes although I need to admit I don't normally do hot process as I am not a huge fan, too much hassle :D
Bottega Zero Waste haha I️ feel you. I️ like it because I’m less patient to wait for curing time
can goat milk be added in place of some of the water?
Hola...,😊cuál es el Up Washing liquid que utiliza?...
It is mandatory to add glycerin and again did you used soap base?
Coconut is also very bubbly though, wouldn't this risk breaking out of any washing machine and overflowing all over the floor?
Where did you get lil soap mold please the square one thank you
another question: is it better to use extra virgin oil or refined one?
I like to use the refined one because it's lighter and you also have less chances of getting oil spoilage or too much moisture which could lead to mold. In my opinion, it is also unnecessarily expensive for soap making - best to use it in food! But that being said, you can also use extra virgin olive oil.
what will happen if i use the soap flakes alone for my laundry?
hi! would you add some essential oils (especially for the laundry detergent) or could it react with the sodium hydroxide? thank you! and great videos!!
Hi Antonella! you can absolutely add essential oils just at light trace in the soap itself, or even in your detergent mix later, no issues at all :)
Once soap completely saponified there is no more lie left
Hi! Can you make a deteregent powder too?
Do you also have a recipe for this soapbar but with half coconut oil and half olive oil? That would be amazing!
not half and half but I have a recipe with these 2 ingredients here: bottegazerowaste.com/blogs/natural-palm-oil-free-soap-making/easy-vegan-palm-oil-free-soap-recipe-for-beginners-zero-waste
@@BottegaZeroWaste thankyou!
What kind of scale do I need to accurately measure everything...I have a food scale that does grams and oz but it doesn't do things like 50 oz it goes to pounds after 16 oz and it doesn't do things like 2.11 grams it gives me just solid numbers...do I need to buy a special soap making scale or will a really good digital scale from Walmart be ok?
you'd need a high precision scale. You can find my favourite tools here: learn.bottegazerowaste.com/p/tools
Hi.....can I do a 5% superfat of 100% coconut oil soap for washing dishes.....I also will be using citric acid+sugar (water is hard in my area+sugar in the recipe will add more bubbles)......thanks, also will be adding 3% eucyptus oil for fragrance
Yes you can, definitely!
@@BottegaZeroWaste 5% superfat would mean that for every 100 grams of soap I can add 5 grams of extra coconut oil if I don't wish to go for lye discounting?.....so if I want to make the soap more cleansing and yet ensure that there is no extra lye remaining in it, I can remove 2 grams of coconut oil from the recipe per 100 grams which would reduce superfat to 3% but ensure enough safety lye buffer? I don't want white streaks left behind in my dishes so I thought reducing the superfat further to 3% may be helpful, what do you think?
How did the grated soap go in the washing machine? Do you have to use hot water? Or can you wash in cold?
hot will be more effective but cold should be fine too!
Hi, thanks for this. But i am unable to find the measurements.
It's linked in the description in the blog post!
Love your video and the soaps ❤️ do you know how to get the smell of coconut after the soap is ready? I love that smell but I don’t know if there’s a special oil I need to use for it
You can use extra virgin coconut oil, that coconut oil is the one with smell
You could add some coconut essential oil for an extra coconut kick. You can calculate the amount of essential oil needed for the recipe on the bramble berry website. I’ve just done this recipe today with lemon essential oil to help cut grease and it smells delightful 😊
If you love the smell of coconut oil, buy the unrefined, virgin coconut oil as this has a naturally coconutty scent to it but you can also add a small amount of fragrance oil to it as well. Make sure to keep it at no more than 3% your total batch weight though as some fragrance oils can cause irritation of more sensitive skin
how about palm oil
Hi Martha, which app do you use to make your videos? Thanks 😊
I edit everything with Imovie and Final cut pro:)
Thank you, I loved your video! Do you know How long does it last and if this coconut soap expire? I am planning to make my own dish soap and would be great to make them once per year only :)
Soap is like red wine and cheese, the longer you leave it before use, the better it gets! Making a large batch once a year sounds like a great plan! Soaps don't actually expire but they can develop orange spots one them, this is normally from rancid oils. Should you find this on any of your soaps, you can still use them but if you like you can simply shave them off using a grater. Coconut oil soaps are extremely hard and long lasting, I've had a 100% coconut oils soap last 6 months before now!
Can we use melt and pour soap base to make the dish washing soap?
Yes you could, although it will be a different soap and I think glycerin melt and pour soap base has a lot of glycerin so it may not be as cleansing as this soap!
Hi,I subscribed to your blog as I wanted to see your worldwide cosmetic suppliers guide. Disappointed to find no suppliers from Africa
Hi Sharifa, sorry to hear that! I am constantly updating and improving the guide so I am hoping I will be able to include Africa soon.
hello! thanks for your videos! what do you think about adding some baking soda to this coconut oil soap? some people add it so it cleans better clothes
Hi! I have not considered it because the recipe makes it already super cleansing, and also I am not sure how baking soda would react in cold process soap. Now I really have to try - thanks for the suggestion!
Grate the soap, mix one bar with a box of baking soda and equal amount of borax. This makes powdered soap that you can use a couple tablespoons per wash.
Hello, is this HE washer friendly
Ciao! Questa ricetta riporta le dosi per quanti grammi di sapone circa? Grazie :)
250 grammi :)
Is there a risk of cloaging a washing machine with coconut oil?
Hi!, I made this soap. But after a while washing dishes I noticed that my hands were somewhat dry, I could see opaque or white residues especially on the tips of the fingers, is it normal? how could i fix it?
Hi! yes its quite normal as this soap is not superfatted. Make sure to wear gloves when washing dishes!
@@BottegaZeroWaste can you use half olive oil and half coconut oil to solve this problem ? Than it is still cleaning but at the same time nourishing ..
@@Bfly. Yes but you will need to recalculate the whole lye amount!
@@BottegaZeroWaste ok thankyou!
@@BottegaZeroWaste is there any website that you recommend for calculate your lye amount and water?
Do you sell?
Is there something I can use instead of the silicone molds?
I guess you could use baking moulds too, like cupcake moulds or a bread tin
You can use a (washed) Pringle’s can, then just peel the paper can off and you would have a cylinder of soap, that you can cut to multiple pieces. You can also use plastic things; for example cut the bottom of your milk jug or any plastic bottle, and use that as a mold. I wouldn’t recommend anything metal or wood, as these just get stuck.
Nice video but be careful, don't forget to mention to Internet users that you have to release the soap before using it to wash clothes. Substances naturally present in soap, such as glycerin, are not recommended, as they will clog the washing machine in the long term. The release, allows to obtain a soft natural surfactant for the machine with a more satisfactory result for the laundry 😉
Release? I am a long time soap maker, and I have never heard of release. I have made lots of soap!
Hi , use a microphone at the beginning . Great set up and editing. Great presentation. Best laundry soap video thus far , Thank you
Can I use 90% coconut oil and 10% evoo for dish wash bar soap?
Yes but you need to re-run the recipe and adjust the lye amont!
Bottega Zero Waste alright. Thanks a lot.
Where is the full recepie
In the video description
should not use Tap water ( Distilled water is BEST
I don't believe it's necessary for a homemade soap for personal use, especially for dishes. But you can, for sure!
Where is the recipe please
the recipe is available to download in the description box!
YOU DO NOT USE TAP WATER!