OMG Anne Marie!! I have to thank you so very much!!I made my first two batches of soap ever this morning!!I have been wanting to since last year when I received the lye, but every time I walked past it(everyday) I was too scared. so for the last year I have been watching videos and taking notes. Finally this morning I watched your beginners video (yet again for the 100th time) and sucked it up and faced the Lye bucket! I made the first batch which I was sadden by. it came out thick trace and the color didn't take well. But the second batch... ahhh the second batch!!! A-freaking-MAZING!!!and I just wanted to let u know you have created another soap-monster!!!Thank you!!!-Kim-Marie
+Kim Brown That is so awesome Kim, congratulations on making your first batch! Isn't it so much fun? Highly addictive for sure. If you have a picture of it, we'd love to see it on our Facebook page. Also, thanks for your sweet comment! =) Bramble Berry Facebook: facebook.com/BrambleBerry/
Your videos are the best! So happy to see a new one! Last year, I suffered from extreme anxiety attacks and when those occurred, I would always come to your videos to help me relax. They always did the trick! And I get to learn how to make soup in the same time. Win win! Thanks again!
Howdy! I'm a cold process gal myself but appreciated the video and most importantly for me, how to properly check the PH Level of soap. Great seeing you again!
Keep looking, she's treating pH like it's a fixed quality and not first and foremost a CONCENTRATION measurement. To check that it's dropping properly, you need to be careful and use the same amount of soap, same amount of water and find a consistent means of mixing. Doing this to a fully finishing bar of soap would make a good reference.
Your tip on cutting this soap upside down = I'll try making more soap with herbs. I cut it the other way the last time and hated the streaks he lavender buds made. ty ty ty so much.
Great video! You read my mind somehow Soap Queen :) I think the day I make CP the first time I'm going to do HP too. I am really impatient that first 6 weeks has to be killer waiting. But I really like how u explained in a comment previous about Why u like each process. So does HP soap not form to molds very well?
+Jaime Booher Thank you Jaime, so glad you like the video! Hot process soap does go into molds well, it just takes some extra tapping. It's thicker than cold process soap, so tapping it on the counter helps it settle and prevent air pockets. Have fun giving cold and hot process soap a try. =)
+Kat Wilson Sorry for any confusion Aphrodita and Kat! How long the soap cooks will depend on your Crock-Pot and how big your batch is. This recipe was fairly small, so it only took about 20-30 minutes. A larger 5 pound batch, on the other hand, may take 45-60 minutes or longer. When cooking, we recommend checking the soap every 10 minutes and stirring it. You're looking for a texture similar to petroleum jelly and mashed potatoes. When it gets to that point, you can pH test it. If it's 10 or below, you're ready to put it into the mold! If not, cook another 10 minutes and test again. =) pH Strips: www.brambleberry.com/pH-Strips-1-pack-of-50-P4434.aspx
This is currently my favourite recipe! I love how it's all natural and the soft, pastel green is an amazing colour! The lavander is a nice finishing touch and i am utterly speechless! #bestsoapever!!!:)
Great video and thanks for sharing. I do have a question regarding EO/FO and butters. When making hot processed soap, when is the best time to add these items to the soap? Thank you.
+Andres P You're welcome Andres, glad you like the video! You can add the fragrance or essential oil when the soap is finished cooking and before putting it in the mold. You can see when we added the essential oil around 5:15 in this video. =) As for the butters, if you're superfatting with them, you can add them the same time as the color and fragrance!
+Soap Queen TV thank you so much for the reply. I understand there is a flash point for EO but my last batch the temp was still pretty high and the soap was staring to harden. The end result was a fairly lumpy/gloppy looking soap with light scent...
+Andres P We have made soap with both low and high flashpoint oils and haven't noticed a big difference in scent retention! If you like, you can use medium or high flashpoint oils to be extra careful. =) Read more about preventing scent fading here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/how-to-prevent-scent-fading-in-soap/
+Kristin Folck Thanks Kristin! I actually like all three methods for different reason! I love melt and pour for crisp clean layers, cold process for swirls and hot process because of how fast it's ready. What's your favorite method?
You will have a more accurate pH reading if you boil the distilled water for 5 min. This removes enough of the CO2 to bring the pH of the water near 7.
Thanks so much for the tip! We have found the room temperature distilled water is fairly pH neutral and gives us an accurate reading. You can boil the water to be extra careful though. =)
+sahara williams So glad you love the video Sahara! If you test the pH of the soap and it's above 8-10, keep cooking! It will lower as the soap continues to cook. You can let it sit another 5-10 minutes and check again. =)
We have found low flashpoint oils work well in hot process, but you can let the soap cool down a bit to be extra careful. =) Get tips to prevent scent fading here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/how-to-prevent-scent-fading-in-soap/
+Kim Murphy Hi Kim! We do have a video on liquid soapmaking you may like! It also has a fun recipe. You can find that video here: www.brambleberry.com/Liquid-Soapmaking-Online-Video-P4828.aspx
You definitely could! The Ultramarine Violet Oxide Pigment would give you a lovely color. Just mix it with a little bit of lightweight oil first to help get rid of clumps =) www.brambleberry.com/Ultramarine-Violet-Oxide-Pigment-P4047.aspx?
Hi I'm going to make this over the weekend and put some pics. I would like to try my own recipes but uncertain of the fragrance levels. Does the fragrance need to match a specific amount of Lye sorry if this sounds like a silly question but I want do this as a business one day and the more I know the better.
How much fragrance you use depends on the weight of your soap and the scent itself! You can find out exactly how much to add with our Fragrance Calculator: www.brambleberry.com/Pages/Fragrance-Calculator.aspx
I use melt and pour soap bases and just recently made bot a rose buds soap and a lavender buds soap, I let them dry for several days before packaging them with the clear shrink wrap. About 3 days lather both soaps mildew badly, can you tell me what I might have done wrong or how I can correct this problem.
I like the clear and straight info, but for the ph level you should say the numbers should be between 7-9 i recommend a ph level lower than 8 for women. Am only mentioning lower ph level for women because of my nursing knowledge.
+Spin Rash Hi there! Normal soap pH is around 9-10. You can lower the soap pH to 7 with citric acid though! Learn how to do that in the Sudsy Shampoo Bar Tutorial: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/sudsy-shampoo-bars/
+TheEllythegreat In our tests and recipes, we have found that low flashpoint essential oils stay strong in hot process soap! You can use high flashpoint oils to be on the safe side though. =) This post has more great tips on preventing scent fading: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/how-to-prevent-scent-fading-in-soap/
Hi! Am quite new at soap making. Been making cold process soap n wish to start hot process. I need a crock pot. However I saw a small multi cooker like the white one in this presentation but the pot is made of stainless steel. Is that safe gor soap making please? Thx for your response
Yes, it is. We have an article all about safety and getting started, it can be found here: www.brambleberry.com/tips-and-tricks/soap/art0004-beginners-guide-to-cold-process.html
Hi! I was wondering if you made a video with the the LCP white melt and pour? I was curious to how soaping with this soap would look like and I wanted to know if I can request a tutorial video with the lcp white melt and pour. >_< I am just super curious before purchasing. Love love love your videos by the way. ✨
+Jes Lis We do have a video using the LCP soap! We use it to make the embeds in the Sparkling Champagne Soap Cupcakes: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/sparkling-champagne-soap-cupcakes-on-soap-queen-tv/
+Shauna Irani Thank you Shauna! Also, we will definitely keep more melt and pour tutorials in mind. Did you catch the gemstones video? I just love the way those turned out. =) Melt and Pour Gemstones: ruclips.net/video/MBwW2wIX5vk/видео.html
+MsPhyrie Melt and Pour Soap is a block of premade soap that you can buy, and literally just melt in your microwave and pour into a mould (optionally adding any additives/fragrances you like). On the other hand, hot and cold process soaps are made from scratch - by mixing lye and water. Melt and pour is a great starter for beginner soap makers.
+MsPhyrie As Shauna said, melt and pour soap is a premade base that you can melt in the microwave and customize with whatever fragrance, color and additives you like! It's a great option if you don't want to handle lye. Hot process is made from scratch with oils, lye and liquid. Learn more about melt and pour soap in this five-part video series: ruclips.net/video/c5ouJZfluMY/видео.html And this post has more information on hot process soapmaking: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/marbled-clay-hot-process-soap/
+sue libey In our tests and recipes, we have found that low flashpoint essential oils stay strong in hot process soap! You can use high flashpoint oils to be on the safe side though, or let the soap cool down slightly before adding them. Just make sure to work fast once you add that essential oil as the soap will start to harden fairly quickly. =) This post has more great tips on preventing scent fading: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/how-to-prevent-scent-fading-in-soap/
Keeping going, cooking it, I think ... as long as there is enough fat/oil in the mixture, the lye should react with it to form soap and stop being lye. If the pH is too high it could just mean that the reaction isn't finished yet (or ... and THIS is the problem time won't fix, you don't have enough oil/fat). Soap is basic, but far less basic than lye, so as the lye and oil is converted into soap the pH drops, but not to 7 (neutral), note that LOWER than 7 is acidic. I feel like getting to neural is might be tricky, and not always as simple as just adding acid (like lemon juice) and can requires a different type of detergent. I added vinegar to liquid castile soap and it totally changed the properties, it wasn't "soapy" any more. Also if you add them too early they will reaction with the lye instead of your oil and increase you "super-fat." The fatty acids in oil are an acid (duh), but it very very weak acid and mixes poorly with water and in (almost) all oils (almost) all the fatty acid is bound up in something called a triglyceride (three of them stuck to a glycerol) so when oil it doesn't do much to the pH, so at the beginning of the process the lye is the mostly the source of the pH reading. This process, oil + lye -> soap + glycerol, is a process that sort of related to a neutralization reaction, but with some difference because you are dealing with mostly triglycerides, which are sort of hide the acid (that's what fats and oils ARE). Soap is actually a type of salt, the salt of a fatty acid and lye, but you get glycerol instead of water because you're starting with the triglyceride. This reaction is sort of slow (can be very slow to finish in cold process), but can be sped up with a bit of heat (not too much), so if you have enough oil to react with you lye, it's just a matter of time. I'm actually a new soap, but I've a physical scientist whose taken a fair amount of chem courses and looked up some of the processes in soap when I started thinking about making soap. I'm sort of integrating what I know of chemistry and what I've read about soap. However most stuff about soap is either aimed at the crafter and vague (or WRONG) about the chemistry ... but it isn't my field so I'm filling in the blanks a bit ....
So seeing the clay, I'm driven to wonder if you can make a soap with an abrasive in it meant to deal with heavy grime on your hands (like working with a car engine.)
Salt bars or using fine sand are great for this kind of thing. They're definitely an existing method, do a RUclips search for salt bars or cold/hot process soap with sand.
+QueenReign TheEllythegreat has a great suggestion (thank you)! Salt bars are amazing for getting grime off of skin. We have a fun recipe here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/pretty-in-pink-salty-cold-process/ We also have a Gardener Soap Recipe that's perfect for washing away dirt and grime: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/handmade-soap-for-the-gardener/ Here's a melt and pour version as well: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/soap-queen-tv-makes-soap-for-a-gardener/
You can! I would recommend using stainless steel, as soap can react negatively to other metals like aluminum. Also, you'll need a lid so the soap can cook nicely. =)
My question is about the time taken in the cold or hot process to complete the process of saponization or the extent of intrusive use of the soap, but my question Is the soap is cold in hot way that the hot way Do you lose its properties or benefits through the heat?
@@خليلالمعني-ذ2نno, because that's how commercial soap is made. Also, because all additives were added after the soap was removed from the heat, they're properties should be ok as well.
So I made my first batch ever! I decided to do HP because I see lots of things can go wrong with CP. I am very proud because my batter was amazing and the soap turned out great! However, the color did not :( I used a glycerin based deep brown, and it literally looks like spam. EWwww. I used the cocoa cashmere fragrance from brambleberry. What did I do wrong? I have mica I want to try. Could I throw my mica into the oils before I pour the lye? Or that would be crazy ? ... lol.
I think you may just need a bit more color! Adding more will create a deeper brown vs. the tannish color now. We recommend mixing 1 teaspoon of mica or pigment with 1 tablespoon of a lightweight oil. Then, add 1 dispersed teaspoon at a time once the soap is finished cooking until you get a color you like. =) Learn more about getting vibrant colors in soap here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/how-to-get-vibrant-colors-in-soap/
Hi I'm from India.. I tried lye calculator . But I think it was not worked. 4 time I'm trying pure coconut cold process soap. Can u pls help me for recipe. How much can I take lye , water and coconut oil. Last bech was very soft after cured also. Was tired 5% water and 20% water also but it was not worked.. pls help me
+Sonu K If not enough water is used, the soap can be lye heavy. This post explains how to water discount and ensure your soap isn't lye heavy: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/water-discounting-cold-process-soap-how-why/
When making hot process soap, you want the soap to be fully saponified. With cold process soap, it takes about 2 days for the recipe to turn into soap. Hot process speeds that process up using heat. So, pH testing the soap ensures the process is complete before putting the mixture in a mold. It's basically "finished cooking." =) Read more about saponification here: www.soapqueen.com/bramble-berry-news/beginning-soaper-resource-roundup/
+Whimsy Stitchery With hot process, temperatures don't matter as much! Because it's going to be cooking everything is going to heat up well. I would recommend having the lye and the oils at 100F at least. If they're much cooler, the oils can start to solidify before everything's emulsified. So, have the lye and oils around 100-130F before adding to the Crock-Pot, and cook from there. =)
hi Anne marie christmas is nearly and I want to make something for my aunty but I don't know what to make her. have you got any ideas on what to make her.
We cooked this soap for about 30 minutes. However, that will depend on the size of your Crock-Pot, temperatures, etc! Keep checking and stirring the soap every 15 minutes. Once it's the right consistency and has a pH of 9-10, you can add color and essential oil. =)
+gerardo ramirez Hi Gerardo! You can add the colorants and essential oil while that Crock-Pot is still hot. They will be just fine! You can also turn it off once the pH is around 8-10, and then add color and scent. =)
It is possible! The swirls will look a bit different than cold process but still look really nice. Find out how to create them in this tutorial: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/marbled-clay-hot-process-soap/ And this tutorial: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/luck-irish-hot-proces/
+grandiloquent ASMR I believe this is a little 2 quart Crock-Pot. If you're making 2-5 pound batches, you'll want a larger one. I would recommend at least a 4 or 6 quart. Just make sure the soap only fills up half of the pot. That way it has room to grow if it starts to get too hot. =)
thanks! i've never done HP soap though i've always loved the thought of it being ready a week later, so when I saw your latest video, I figured I'd ask what size it was you were using
im not sure if i should be asking you this but i cant find it any were i have looked but im not sure what mold to use when making soap 2pd 5pd thank you for your time
+Heather O'Berry You can find measurements for our 2 and 4 pound molds on BrambleBerry.com! The 2 lb. Wood Loaf Mold is 7 1/2" long and the 4 lb. Wood Loaf Mold is 15" long. =) 2 lb. Wood Loaf Mold: www.brambleberry.com/2-lb-Wood-Loaf-Mold-P5239.aspx 4 lb. Wood Loaf Mold: www.brambleberry.com/ELF-4-lb-Wood-Loaf-Mold-P5240.aspx
how thick does it get? im considering buyiong a slow cooker with a built in automatick stir thing... and i dont want to burn the engine to that function..
+SnowingWolfGirl If the pH of the soap is too high, keep cooking! You want to cook the soap until it's around 9-10. Then, you can plop it into your mold. =)
Hi, I can't find green zoelite clay. can I use another brand? Please can you or someone answer me ASAP as I want to make these as Christmas gifts? best wishes
You can find green zeolite clay here: www.brambleberry.com/Green-Zeolite-Clay-P4960.aspx? If you'd like, you can omit it from the recipe. If getting it from another source, just make sure it's skin safe. You could also use another type of skin safe clay if you'd like!
+sunshine.janice walker I love making cold process soap too! If you want to give hot process another go, this recipe is really great. It's ready to unmold in just a day. =)
When using the calculator, the quantitied are not the same. Tried it at 5% and 10%, With 2 different calculator. Amount of lye would be 4.22 at 5%, why??
+Linda Carney Hi Linda! I definitely recommend keeping your cooking tools and soaping tools separate. Even with the best washing, lye and fragrance oil can get in the micro cracks and scratches in your tools. That means you may accidentally ingest them. To prevent that, we recommend having one Crock-Pot for soaping and one for food. =)
+Sonu K We have a great post that explains how to water discount your soap! You can find that post here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/water-discounting-cold-process-soap-how-why/
Our shipping costs are based on weight and distance, so international rates will be a bit more pricey. I'm sorry about that! We are definitely looking into ways to address those costs. =)
vitacost & iherb are making very cheep rates to Israel ... all of us are making reservations with them like crazy ... I think they have storage in Europe that is why they can make such a law costs
You can also try You Wish Soap Supplies in the Netherlands! They sell Bramble Berry products. =) Learn more about them here: www.soapqueen.com/bramble-berry-news/soaping-world-resources-international-soapers/
My vision is getting pretty bad, when you said "Watch the first four episodes" at 1:38, i could have sworn you only held up three fingers, and I had a good long laugh about it. You held up four, for the record. Dang eyesight.
I don't even make soap, but watching your videos is relaxing. It just looks cool
+Panhan 17 Thank you so much for watching! It means a lot to me. =)
Me too I just love watching soaping video
+MsNekaa26 Thank you! =)
me too hah is kind of satisfying watching her cut the sope
+Anne Silva Thanks for watching Anne! =)
OMG Anne Marie!! I have to thank you so very much!!I made my first two batches of soap ever this morning!!I have been wanting to since last year when I received the lye, but every time I walked past it(everyday) I was too scared. so for the last year I have been watching videos and taking notes. Finally this morning I watched your beginners video (yet again for the 100th time) and sucked it up and faced the Lye bucket! I made the first batch which I was sadden by. it came out thick trace and the color didn't take well. But the second batch... ahhh the second batch!!! A-freaking-MAZING!!!and I just wanted to let u know you have created another soap-monster!!!Thank you!!!-Kim-Marie
+Kim Brown That is so awesome Kim, congratulations on making your first batch! Isn't it so much fun? Highly addictive for sure. If you have a picture of it, we'd love to see it on our Facebook page. Also, thanks for your sweet comment! =)
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Love it!!! I'm afraid to do it too!!! HAHAHAA watching her vids make it look easy!!!! Hmmm, one day I will!! :)
Your videos are the best! So happy to see a new one! Last year, I suffered from extreme anxiety attacks and when those occurred, I would always come to your videos to help me relax. They always did the trick! And I get to learn how to make soup in the same time. Win win! Thanks again!
+Naomi Romero Thank you so very much for this comment Naomi, it means so much to me that I could help you relax. I hope you're feeling better now. =)
I literally don't make soap but your so awesome and these videos calm me. 😁😀
Thank you so much for watching Breanna!
Breanna Valencia same here
Howdy! I'm a cold process gal myself but appreciated the video and most importantly for me, how to properly check the PH Level of soap. Great seeing you again!
+Stella Starr So glad you like the video Stella! Thanks for watching. =)
Keep looking, she's treating pH like it's a fixed quality and not first and foremost a CONCENTRATION measurement. To check that it's dropping properly, you need to be careful and use the same amount of soap, same amount of water and find a consistent means of mixing. Doing this to a fully finishing bar of soap would make a good reference.
you are the don of soapmaking -and a lovely person!
My wife now wants to make this great video I must say
I love watching your videos Anne-Marie I have three of your books but have never made hot Process soap can't wait to try this recipe. Thank You.
Your tip on cutting this soap upside down = I'll try making more soap with herbs. I cut it the other way the last time and hated the streaks he lavender buds made. ty ty ty so much.
+Mika Oya You're welcome! That definitely comes in handy with toppings like lavender buds. Have fun making herby soaps! =)
Thank You for being so thorough & keeping us all save!!!! Your Awesome!!! Keep up the Great work!!!
Purchased the Soap Crafting book. So exciting. Thanks.
Just made my first batch today. I can't wait to unmold it. I think I watched your lye safety video six times LOL
Another great video. I find your tutorials very easy to follow and enjoyable.
Which one is better hot process or cold process soap and why?
Love this video! Was going to ask about the size of this crock pot..looks tiny...but u answered the question previously 👍
+LaShanda M Thank you, glad you love it! =)
Thanks so much for uploading a new video! I'm positively obsessed with every single video on your channel!
+PinkyPrettyPaws You're welcome! Thanks so much for watching, and for your kind comment. =)
Yay finally a new video! I bet those soaps smell amazing and the lavender buds look so lovely!
+LullabySoaps The soap smells so good! Hope you get a chance to give this recipe a try. =)
YOU UPLOADED AGAIN. OMG. THESE VIDEOS ARE MY GUILTY PLEASURE
+Madison Kempher So glad you like the videos Madison! =)
Great video! You read my mind somehow Soap Queen :) I think the day I make CP the first time I'm going to do HP too. I am really impatient that first 6 weeks has to be killer waiting. But I really like how u explained in a comment previous about Why u like each process. So does HP soap not form to molds very well?
+Jaime Booher Thank you Jaime, so glad you like the video! Hot process soap does go into molds well, it just takes some extra tapping. It's thicker than cold process soap, so tapping it on the counter helps it settle and prevent air pockets. Have fun giving cold and hot process soap a try. =)
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I'll never make these but I can't stop watching soap making vids
+Emmy Fluffenbottom Thanks so much for watching!
I love this video's, you're so creative and the end product always looks amazing.
+Rhilpslotsoflove Thank you so much, glad you love the videos! =)
great job! I love to make hot process soap, I make it more than cold process.
+absfab1 Thank you! What's your favorite hot process design? =)
what a beautiful soap!!!but exactly how much time did you "boil" the soap until it was ready?
+Kat Wilson Sorry for any confusion Aphrodita and Kat! How long the soap cooks will depend on your Crock-Pot and how big your batch is. This recipe was fairly small, so it only took about 20-30 minutes. A larger 5 pound batch, on the other hand, may take 45-60 minutes or longer.
When cooking, we recommend checking the soap every 10 minutes and stirring it. You're looking for a texture similar to petroleum jelly and mashed potatoes. When it gets to that point, you can pH test it. If it's 10 or below, you're ready to put it into the mold! If not, cook another 10 minutes and test again. =)
pH Strips: www.brambleberry.com/pH-Strips-1-pack-of-50-P4434.aspx
This is currently my favourite recipe! I love how it's all natural and the soft, pastel green is an amazing colour! The lavander is a nice finishing touch and i am utterly speechless! #bestsoapever!!!:)
Thank you so much for your sweet comment! It really means a lot to me. =)
What about essential oil flash point ? Wouldn't it be better to let the soap mixture cool before adding the essential oils ?
Soap queen is awesome these soaps are amazing!!!!!!
+Marisa Reimer Thank you very much Marisa! =)
Great video and thanks for sharing. I do have a question regarding EO/FO and butters. When making hot processed soap, when is the best time to add these items to the soap? Thank you.
+Andres P You're welcome Andres, glad you like the video! You can add the fragrance or essential oil when the soap is finished cooking and before putting it in the mold. You can see when we added the essential oil around 5:15 in this video. =)
As for the butters, if you're superfatting with them, you can add them the same time as the color and fragrance!
+Soap Queen TV thank you so much for the reply. I understand there is a flash point for EO but my last batch the temp was still pretty high and the soap was staring to harden. The end result was a fairly lumpy/gloppy looking soap with light scent...
+Andres P We have made soap with both low and high flashpoint oils and haven't noticed a big difference in scent retention! If you like, you can use medium or high flashpoint oils to be extra careful. =)
Read more about preventing scent fading here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/how-to-prevent-scent-fading-in-soap/
+Soap Queen TV thank you so much for the info. Have a lovely day...
+Andres P You're welcome!
Awesome I have a 3 qt crock pot can I use this recipe for a 3 qt crock pot? Thanks
You can! We used a 2 quart Crock-Pot for this recipe and it worked well. =)
Soap Queen TV Thank You!
Would the flowers still turn brown in this?
I know this has nothing to do with soaping but you look so good. It looks like you may have lost weight also.
+Francesca Barela Thank you so much Francesca! I've been trying hard to eat well and avoid sugary holiday foods, so that really means a lot to me. =)
So pretty! What is your favorite soap making method? Melt and Pour, CP or HP?
+Kristin Folck Thanks Kristin! I actually like all three methods for different reason! I love melt and pour for crisp clean layers, cold process for swirls and hot process because of how fast it's ready. What's your favorite method?
+Soap Queen TV I have only ever tried Melt and Pour! I really want to give CP and HP a try though!
+Kristin Folck All three methods are really fun! Hope you get a chance to try them all. =)
You will have a more accurate pH reading if you boil the distilled water for 5 min. This removes enough of the CO2 to bring the pH of the water near 7.
Thanks so much for the tip! We have found the room temperature distilled water is fairly pH neutral and gives us an accurate reading. You can boil the water to be extra careful though. =)
I love this video! I was just wondering how you could lower the ph if its too high?
+sahara williams So glad you love the video Sahara!
If you test the pH of the soap and it's above 8-10, keep cooking! It will lower as the soap continues to cook. You can let it sit another 5-10 minutes and check again. =)
Hi. great video! do you have any tutorials on how to make hot process soap on the stovetop?
At what temperature do you add your essential oils? Do you wait for your fresh hot process soap cool down at all?
Why do you test the PH with hot process but not cold process?
Do you need to let the soap cool to 160 before adding the E/O's or does it matter?
Thanks
We have found low flashpoint oils work well in hot process, but you can let the soap cool down a bit to be extra careful. =)
Get tips to prevent scent fading here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/how-to-prevent-scent-fading-in-soap/
Hi Anne-Marie!!! Do you think you will ever do a video on making liquid soap? Would love to see that!
+Kim Murphy Hi Kim! We do have a video on liquid soapmaking you may like! It also has a fun recipe. You can find that video here: www.brambleberry.com/Liquid-Soapmaking-Online-Video-P4828.aspx
when you can unmold and cut? when the soap is ready for use?
Can I use oxide to color this HP soap? I would like a lavendar color. LOVE your videos! Thanks!
You definitely could! The Ultramarine Violet Oxide Pigment would give you a lovely color. Just mix it with a little bit of lightweight oil first to help get rid of clumps =)
www.brambleberry.com/Ultramarine-Violet-Oxide-Pigment-P4047.aspx?
Ann - Marie do I need to get a separate crock-pot or I can use the same for food making?
How long time can keep this soap? Is soap can expire?
Great video!👍 Thank you for sharing!😀
+Sunny Rae Thank you for watching Sunny! =)
I love these videos. This video is so helpful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you Cheyenne, glad you love the videos!
What is the maximum temperature to cook hot process soap? Where can I find this silicone mold?
OMG You look like my teacher! And she's pretty :)
+Ask Flame Princess Oh thank you so much! =)
Good video! 👍
Hi I'm going to make this over the weekend and put some pics. I would like to try my own recipes but uncertain of the fragrance levels. Does the fragrance need to match a specific amount of Lye sorry if this sounds like a silly question but I want do this as a business one day and the more I know the better.
How much fragrance you use depends on the weight of your soap and the scent itself! You can find out exactly how much to add with our Fragrance Calculator: www.brambleberry.com/Pages/Fragrance-Calculator.aspx
Hi, I think my mold is a inch bigger is it possible to adjust the oils as I did not have much soap?
Soap Queen TV What can I use in replace of the the Avocado Butter? Thanks!
Could you use any of the pre mixed oils from your website?
I use melt and pour soap bases and just recently made bot a rose buds soap and a lavender buds soap, I let them dry for several days before packaging them with the clear shrink wrap. About 3 days lather both soaps mildew badly, can you tell me what I might have done wrong or how I can correct this problem.
Do I have to use preservative?
I like the clear and straight info, but for the ph level you should say the numbers should be between 7-9 i recommend a ph level lower than 8 for women. Am only mentioning lower ph level for women because of my nursing knowledge.
+Spin Rash Hi there! Normal soap pH is around 9-10. You can lower the soap pH to 7 with citric acid though! Learn how to do that in the Sudsy Shampoo Bar Tutorial: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/sudsy-shampoo-bars/
I'm surprised you didn't mention anything about flashpoints for the essential oils
+TheEllythegreat In our tests and recipes, we have found that low flashpoint essential oils stay strong in hot process soap! You can use high flashpoint oils to be on the safe side though. =)
This post has more great tips on preventing scent fading: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/how-to-prevent-scent-fading-in-soap/
Hi! Am quite new at soap making. Been making cold process soap n wish to start hot process. I need a crock pot. However I saw a small multi cooker like the white one in this presentation but the pot is made of stainless steel. Is that safe gor soap making please? Thx for your response
Yes, it is. We have an article all about safety and getting started, it can be found here: www.brambleberry.com/tips-and-tricks/soap/art0004-beginners-guide-to-cold-process.html
Hi! I was wondering if you made a video with the the LCP white melt and pour? I was curious to how soaping with this soap would look like and I wanted to know if I can request a tutorial video with the lcp white melt and pour. >_< I am just super curious before purchasing. Love love love your videos by the way. ✨
+Jes Lis We do have a video using the LCP soap! We use it to make the embeds in the Sparkling Champagne Soap Cupcakes: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/sparkling-champagne-soap-cupcakes-on-soap-queen-tv/
Question, the lavender buds discolored the soap? I used the rose petals and the soap and change color
How do you determine the lye to water ratio?
can you tell me what I can substitute for avocado butter? I don't have any on hand but I have everything else.
you made me giggle. thanks for this helpful video
Great videos! Would love some more melt and pour uploads!
Love from India xx
+Shauna Irani Thank you Shauna! Also, we will definitely keep more melt and pour tutorials in mind. Did you catch the gemstones video? I just love the way those turned out. =)
Melt and Pour Gemstones: ruclips.net/video/MBwW2wIX5vk/видео.html
What's the difference between the hot process soap and melt and pour? I'm new to soaping
+MsPhyrie Melt and Pour Soap is a block of premade soap that you can buy, and literally just melt in your microwave and pour into a mould (optionally adding any additives/fragrances you like). On the other hand, hot and cold process soaps are made from scratch - by mixing lye and water. Melt and pour is a great starter for beginner soap makers.
+MsPhyrie As Shauna said, melt and pour soap is a premade base that you can melt in the microwave and customize with whatever fragrance, color and additives you like! It's a great option if you don't want to handle lye. Hot process is made from scratch with oils, lye and liquid.
Learn more about melt and pour soap in this five-part video series: ruclips.net/video/c5ouJZfluMY/видео.html
And this post has more information on hot process soapmaking: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/marbled-clay-hot-process-soap/
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+Elizabeth White Thanks for watching Elizabeth!
Omg! Soap Queen talked to me! I love you so much girl!
+Elizabeth White I love talking with people! Thanks so much Elizabeth. =)
Do you need to check the temp of your soap before you add the essential oils to make sure you are below the flashpoint?
+sue libey In our tests and recipes, we have found that low flashpoint essential oils stay strong in hot process soap! You can use high flashpoint oils to be on the safe side though, or let the soap cool down slightly before adding them. Just make sure to work fast once you add that essential oil as the soap will start to harden fairly quickly. =)
This post has more great tips on preventing scent fading: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/how-to-prevent-scent-fading-in-soap/
I would love to see more recipes without palm oil that are also vegan...in both hot and cold process soaps.
Thanks so much for your suggestions, we'll definitely keep that in mind! =)
What if the soap mix doesn´t have the right ph ?
Keeping going, cooking it, I think ... as long as there is enough fat/oil in the mixture, the lye should react with it to form soap and stop being lye. If the pH is too high it could just mean that the reaction isn't finished yet (or ... and THIS is the problem time won't fix, you don't have enough oil/fat). Soap is basic, but far less basic than lye, so as the lye and oil is converted into soap the pH drops, but not to 7 (neutral), note that LOWER than 7 is acidic. I feel like getting to neural is might be tricky, and not always as simple as just adding acid (like lemon juice) and can requires a different type of detergent. I added vinegar to liquid castile soap and it totally changed the properties, it wasn't "soapy" any more. Also if you add them too early they will reaction with the lye instead of your oil and increase you "super-fat." The fatty acids in oil are an acid (duh), but it very very weak acid and mixes poorly with water and in (almost) all oils (almost) all the fatty acid is bound up in something called a triglyceride (three of them stuck to a glycerol) so when oil it doesn't do much to the pH, so at the beginning of the process the lye is the mostly the source of the pH reading. This process, oil + lye -> soap + glycerol, is a process that sort of related to a neutralization reaction, but with some difference because you are dealing with mostly triglycerides, which are sort of hide the acid (that's what fats and oils ARE). Soap is actually a type of salt, the salt of a fatty acid and lye, but you get glycerol instead of water because you're starting with the triglyceride. This reaction is sort of slow (can be very slow to finish in cold process), but can be sped up with a bit of heat (not too much), so if you have enough oil to react with you lye, it's just a matter of time. I'm actually a new soap, but I've a physical scientist whose taken a fair amount of chem courses and looked up some of the processes in soap when I started thinking about making soap. I'm sort of integrating what I know of chemistry and what I've read about soap. However most stuff about soap is either aimed at the crafter and vague (or WRONG) about the chemistry ... but it isn't my field so I'm filling in the blanks a bit ....
hi,wanted to ask why all of your recepies have more then 2 to 3 oils,can we use only 2 or one oil to make soap?.please reply
I never make soap but than too I watch your video's
+usha Chanv Thank you so much for watching! I appreciate it. =)
So seeing the clay, I'm driven to wonder if you can make a soap with an abrasive in it meant to deal with heavy grime on your hands (like working with a car engine.)
Salt bars or using fine sand are great for this kind of thing. They're definitely an existing method, do a RUclips search for salt bars or cold/hot process soap with sand.
+QueenReign TheEllythegreat has a great suggestion (thank you)! Salt bars are amazing for getting grime off of skin. We have a fun recipe here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/pretty-in-pink-salty-cold-process/
We also have a Gardener Soap Recipe that's perfect for washing away dirt and grime: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/handmade-soap-for-the-gardener/
Here's a melt and pour version as well: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/melt-and-pour-soap/soap-queen-tv-makes-soap-for-a-gardener/
***** Thank you so much for your links and suggestions! That should really help me clean up after working my fingers to the bone ^^
+QueenReign You're welcome! =)
hi! I wanted to inquire if I can use a double boiler instead of a crockpot? Thanks :)
You can! I would recommend using stainless steel, as soap can react negatively to other metals like aluminum. Also, you'll need a lid so the soap can cook nicely. =)
great. thank you :)
can we replace the scent with another one ? i was hoping to use hibiscus ensential oil.
+Tam nhu Tran Absolutely! You can use any skin-safe essential oil in this recipe. Hibiscus sounds like a lovely addition. =)
How many quarts is that Crock-Pot/ slow cooker?
Which is characterized by making the soap in the cold way !! Does the soap lose its properties or benefits by making it hot or cooking?
Hot process soap uses heat to speed the saponification process, reducing curing time from 4-6 weeks for cold process to 1 DAY for hot process.
My question is about the time taken in the cold or hot process to complete the process of saponization or the extent of intrusive use of the soap, but my question Is the soap is cold in hot way that the hot way Do you lose its properties or benefits through the heat?
@@خليلالمعني-ذ2نno, because that's how commercial soap is made. Also, because all additives were added after the soap was removed from the heat, they're properties should be ok as well.
So I made my first batch ever! I decided to do HP because I see lots of things can go wrong with CP. I am very proud because my batter was amazing and the soap turned out great! However, the color did not :( I used a glycerin based deep brown, and it literally looks like spam. EWwww. I used the cocoa cashmere fragrance from brambleberry. What did I do wrong? I have mica I want to try. Could I throw my mica into the oils before I pour the lye? Or that would be crazy ? ... lol.
I think you may just need a bit more color! Adding more will create a deeper brown vs. the tannish color now. We recommend mixing 1 teaspoon of mica or pigment with 1 tablespoon of a lightweight oil. Then, add 1 dispersed teaspoon at a time once the soap is finished cooking until you get a color you like. =)
Learn more about getting vibrant colors in soap here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/how-to-get-vibrant-colors-in-soap/
Hi I'm from India.. I tried lye calculator . But I think it was not worked.
4 time I'm trying pure coconut cold process soap. Can u pls help me for recipe.
How much can I take lye , water and coconut oil.
Last bech was very soft after cured also.
Was tired 5% water and 20% water also but it was not worked.. pls help me
and also if i choose to do water discount my soap won't be lye harsh right
+Sonu K If not enough water is used, the soap can be lye heavy. This post explains how to water discount and ensure your soap isn't lye heavy: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/water-discounting-cold-process-soap-how-why/
Is there a specific point to measuring the PH in this soap before you pour it into your mold?
When making hot process soap, you want the soap to be fully saponified. With cold process soap, it takes about 2 days for the recipe to turn into soap. Hot process speeds that process up using heat. So, pH testing the soap ensures the process is complete before putting the mixture in a mold. It's basically "finished cooking." =)
Read more about saponification here: www.soapqueen.com/bramble-berry-news/beginning-soaper-resource-roundup/
Ok, here is a dumb question. What temperature of the lye/water mixture? Does it even matter if the temperatures are very different?
+Whimsy Stitchery With hot process, temperatures don't matter as much! Because it's going to be cooking everything is going to heat up well. I would recommend having the lye and the oils at 100F at least. If they're much cooler, the oils can start to solidify before everything's emulsified. So, have the lye and oils around 100-130F before adding to the Crock-Pot, and cook from there. =)
hi Anne marie christmas is nearly and I want to make something for my aunty but I don't know what to make her. have you got any ideas on what to make her.
I can definitely give you some ideas! Are you thinking soap, candles, a scrub? What kind of scents does she like? =)
How long did you cook it before adding in the other ingredients?
We cooked this soap for about 30 minutes. However, that will depend on the size of your Crock-Pot, temperatures, etc! Keep checking and stirring the soap every 15 minutes. Once it's the right consistency and has a pH of 9-10, you can add color and essential oil. =)
Soap Queen TV Is it safe to put into my molds when it reaches about 160 degrees?
What kind of mold are you using? =)
Soap Queen TV I was thinking about a loaf mold or a silicone mold.
wait should the crockpot be on when you add the colorants
+gerardo ramirez Hi Gerardo! You can add the colorants and essential oil while that Crock-Pot is still hot. They will be just fine! You can also turn it off once the pH is around 8-10, and then add color and scent. =)
It looks like it would be impossible to create pretty swirls and patterns with hot process soap, am I right?
It is possible! The swirls will look a bit different than cold process but still look really nice. Find out how to create them in this tutorial: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/marbled-clay-hot-process-soap/
And this tutorial: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/cold-process-soap/luck-irish-hot-proces/
Will it be ok if I don't have a lid for the crockpot, my lid is missing and don't want to buy a new one if I don't have to
i've heard plastic wrap is actually better than a lid. FYI
Get another one from another regular pot, get one at a thriftshop. The measurements are standard, so it's easy to find one that fits.
What size crockpot is that you're using? I've been wanting to try hp but can't decide on what size would work for 2-5 lb batches
+grandiloquent ASMR I believe this is a little 2 quart Crock-Pot. If you're making 2-5 pound batches, you'll want a larger one. I would recommend at least a 4 or 6 quart. Just make sure the soap only fills up half of the pot. That way it has room to grow if it starts to get too hot. =)
thanks! i've never done HP soap though i've always loved the thought of it being ready a week later, so when I saw your latest video, I figured I'd ask what size it was you were using
+grandiloquent ASMR You're welcome! =)
im not sure if i should be asking you this but i cant find it any were i have looked but im not sure what mold to use when making soap 2pd 5pd thank you for your time
+Heather O'Berry I'm sorry, I'm a bit confused! What molds are you wanting to use? =)
any loaf mold when i watch videos and they say 2 pd 4 pd not sure on the size :) long wise
+Heather O'Berry You can find measurements for our 2 and 4 pound molds on BrambleBerry.com! The 2 lb. Wood Loaf Mold is 7 1/2" long and the 4 lb. Wood Loaf Mold is 15" long. =)
2 lb. Wood Loaf Mold: www.brambleberry.com/2-lb-Wood-Loaf-Mold-P5239.aspx
4 lb. Wood Loaf Mold: www.brambleberry.com/ELF-4-lb-Wood-Loaf-Mold-P5240.aspx
thats perfect thank you so much
what temprature is ure croack pot set to as you heat ure soap? or what setting?
We like to set the Crock-Pot to low to heat the soap up gently. =)
How long does it phase take, for example 10 minutes etc. How long is the whole hot process take, 1 hour etc.?
how thick does it get? im considering buyiong a slow cooker with a built in automatick stir thing... and i dont want to burn the engine to that function..
This was so helpful ps love your videos =)
+Caitlin Oneill Thank you so much Caitlin!
What do you do if the pH is too high?
+SnowingWolfGirl If the pH of the soap is too high, keep cooking! You want to cook the soap until it's around 9-10. Then, you can plop it into your mold. =)
Oh! Thanks.
Hi, I can't find green zoelite clay. can I use another brand? Please can you or someone answer me ASAP as I want to make these as Christmas gifts? best wishes
You can find green zeolite clay here: www.brambleberry.com/Green-Zeolite-Clay-P4960.aspx?
If you'd like, you can omit it from the recipe. If getting it from another source, just make sure it's skin safe. You could also use another type of skin safe clay if you'd like!
I usually do cp...did a hp one day..But Fi d it's too soft..I usually have to leave it sit for some weeks ...so I stick to my cp
+sunshine.janice walker I love making cold process soap too! If you want to give hot process another go, this recipe is really great. It's ready to unmold in just a day. =)
+Soap Queen TV thank you!;-)
I want ph more lower than 9 what can I do ??
Pleaseeeeee
When using the calculator, the quantitied are not the same. Tried it at 5% and 10%, With 2 different calculator. Amount of lye would be 4.22 at 5%, why??
Will it ruin my crockpot if I use the one I make dinners in
Always keep soaping and cooking tools separate.
+Linda Carney Hi Linda!
I definitely recommend keeping your cooking tools and soaping tools separate. Even with the best washing, lye and fragrance oil can get in the micro cracks and scratches in your tools. That means you may accidentally ingest them. To prevent that, we recommend having one Crock-Pot for soaping and one for food. =)
Hello! Q I cook its already two and haft hours ,and my soap still not in Vaseline stage ,can you tell me why?
The cooking time depends on your Crock-Pot and the size of your batch! How much soap are you making? What setting are you using on the Crock-Pot?
hi how can i do water discount in my soap to cure my soap faster
+Sonu K We have a great post that explains how to water discount your soap! You can find that post here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/water-discounting-cold-process-soap-how-why/
So my soap looks a lumpy mess and it hasn't saponified fully 😟. What am I doing wrong?
I am hoping one day you will make international deliveries ... regular rates :)
Our shipping costs are based on weight and distance, so international rates will be a bit more pricey. I'm sorry about that! We are definitely looking into ways to address those costs. =)
vitacost & iherb are making very cheep rates to Israel ... all of us are making reservations with them like crazy ... I think they have storage in Europe that is why they can make such a law costs
You can also try You Wish Soap Supplies in the Netherlands! They sell Bramble Berry products. =)
Learn more about them here: www.soapqueen.com/bramble-berry-news/soaping-world-resources-international-soapers/
i will check . Thanks dear
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