Recent content by mysticmoon

Hi, I just got some unscented lotion and need help with scenting it. What's the ratio for scenting with essential oils? Or where can I find information on that? I've never worked with lotion, just soap. It's just for my personal use.

Thank you! I do see the BB mold is now in stock! Geez, silicone loaf molds are in high demand! :) Do any of you add sodium lactate to your recipe for the silicone molds like BB suggests? I have never had to use it before but I'm sure it's not a big deal to use.

Hi there, I am a bit frusterated right now and was hoping someone here could help me. I would like to get a silicone loaf mold because I am tired of lining my wooden molds (which are custom and I don't think I can find a silicone liner for them). I had been wanting the Crafters Choice 1501 loaf...

Just a real quick question, should I get new equipment for lotion-making and keep it separate from my soap-making equipment? I have been doing some research and would like to venture into lotions but just didn't know if I should get all new equipment. And if so, can anything be used for both...

Thank you! Even better that it's on Amazon! I order from there weekly! I am a bit confused though on using it. So I thought I would mix it with water first (to make the milk) then use in in place or in part place of water in my lye mix...? The way you suggested sounds easier, but how much...

Thank you! I got some good ideas to try now. I appreciate the comments.

Where can I find goat milk powder?

Hello, Due to limited soap making opportunities, I would like to try to make a couple different batches at each "session" (for lack of a better word). I have several molds but my problem is is that I don't have several stick blenders, bowls, pots, etc and I would have to clean all those between...

Do you have separate molds for soap and bath bombs? I have separate lotion bar molds but wasn't sure if I should get separate for bath bombs? Thanks!!

Quick question, anyone have a source for small lotion bar tins that won't rust? I have found several but they say they will rust if something with water is left in it. Thanks!

What is the shelf life of OO, CO, PO? Just curious, what sizes of these do most of you order? I agree with MeadowHillFarmCT... the easier to get out of the container, the better! :D

I have been thinking about having a soap stamp made just for some variety and a bit of marketing/name remembrance. Just wanted some feedback on what others liked... A simple picture that relates to my name (moon and maybe a star) or with the whole name in lettering without picture or...

To clarify, they last only a few showers with my husband's usage (note: in regards to hairiness- he's average). Others that use my soaps don't have this problem. But this is the case with most homemade soaps he uses that I've bought from other sources. The only soap that lasts for him is store...

I need some suggestions on a good hard, long lasting bar recipe. My husband goes thru a bar of my current soap in three showers!! Now, he does lather a lot and I do know others don't have this problem with my soap but I want something that will last longer even if I make him his own batch!

I am going try making some extra soap this next batch and try a plastic 3 cavity guest size mold. Any tips or suggestions on how to get the soap out of these types of molds once cured? The mold is a really pretty flower and I don't want to ruin it getting it out.