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I never understood the whole refrigeration thing. I just let mine sit on a rack for a few weeks. I do DW, so I have a little less cusing time than most.

Becky- I have never had that problem personally, but I know several other soapers who have. They just adjust their insulating methods for the weather. So definitely, this could be your problem. Try a gelling box for colder months (an insulated cardboard box, or something similar - even a...

Me too Judi, I'm at about 10 years...

WSP also carries stuff. http://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com

Not really with CP or HP. You can use too much colorant and get a tinted lather. It will also tint a light washcloth but will wash out. I wouldn't recommend using too much colorant to achieve this though. And I don't even think you'd get the affect you are desiring as it would be very light...

Oh yeah - that's what happens. You should check out youtube to see all the people who post videos of them microwaving ivory soap.

DP - Don't see how it would work, but you can find many dupes in FO form from different suppliers.

Adding to what Tabitha said: When using EO's and FO's in CP soap you use about the same amount because the Lye is harsh on the EO and you need about the same amount to have the scent come through. HP you use about half the amount of EO than FO. Also, if people tend to have irritative...

Sherry - try mixing those oxides with a teeny tiny bit of glycerin or oil to smooth them out before adding them to your soap. It's not the quality, and it's really not just you - as we've all encountered the same problem at least once before. Just a learning curve. As for EO's - I buy from...

Sherry - I LOVE Wholesale Supplies Plus (WSP). There is a huge debate about what really is natural. And that's probably why it's listed as natural. Because some peoples definition is different from others. They can be FDA approved and still not be natural. They are being called natural...

Sherry - Hate to be the bearer of bad news, but oxides, while being mined from the earth are not stable as such. They are altered in a lab to make them safe for use in cosmetics and so not considered natural. Many will argue the same thing about M&P. The FDA’s definition of natural is...

The heat is just an awful idea for M&P. They are going to collect moisture and you will have to repackage everything, if you are able to salvage it. I'd say it's a no go. I did it once and only once. And I'm in MI - hot heat, but not as bad as some places.

Most herbs are going to discolor. Lye monster!! Calendula petals will not and look lovely in soap. Most soapers, myself included, add any additives at thin trace. If using oatmeal, some soapers like to add it to the oils before the lye to avoid clumping. You can add anything you want...

Toni- You have a PM!

Soapmakers have tried just about everything. You should wait for someone else to chime in as I am not a MP'er, but I'm pretty sure you can use food coloring. I wouldn't sell it, but just to use for friends and family, I'm sure it's fine.