Recent content by Mr.Clean

I pay about $20 for 30 ml of cardamom EO. I pay far mor for real sandalwood EO.

I was using a crockpot. I also wonder about that. Perhaps a pocket of lye did not get incorporated into the batch. I know I had very clear neutral indications before I molded the soap, but am now getting very different indications. This is t the first time I have had this happen. That's the...

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Thank you for listening. I don't feel like writing an hour long post today. The soap burns. Simple. Didn't after cooking. Also tested clear. No alkalinity added later. It was "neutral" when made. It's not now. This has nothing to do with anything other than the fact that the soap is becoming...

Oh my. I don't have any better way to describe what is happening. I thank everyone for their help. Have a good afternoon!

I apologize if I'm coming accross as being short. Simply put, and however you want to determine the ph, it is too high. I know this because I have used the soap, I have used Phenothalene many times, and while it is not a perfect indicator, it will serve well enough. How I know the ph is too high...

You're overcomplicating the matter a bit. After cooking soap, Phenothalene test result was clear. Waited four days. Phenothalene test result is bright pink.

I am making HP soap. I am using a soap calculator and following the recipe. I used phenothalene to test the soap at the end of cooking, and found it to be neutral. I poured the soap and cured for a few days. Now when I test it, it is no longer neutral. What's going on?

Thanks Stacey! The one thing I stuggle most with is finding packaging. Specifically orifice reducers. While I'm here, what's the best/cheapest way to print/purchase waterproof labels?

I just placed an order with Candora! I'm very happy to find a closer supplier, and with better prices!

I used to shop at Saffire Blue, but I refuse to pay extra to have my order given priority. And if you don't, it keeps getting bumped until they run out of orders from those who did pay extra. Last time I ordered, it was almost a month, and I gave up. Not to mention that they keep moving, and...

Hello everyone. My name is Mike, and I am new here. I am starting a soap business, and would love input from skilled crafters like yourselves! I have a lot to learn, and appreciate the chance to talk with everyone here!