I have only been soaping for three years, and it looks like I have some more to learn. I have appreciated the new information that I have found here.
Obsidian, I have been using them for a little over a year, and I thank you for sharing your experience. I certainly would not want to sell...
Great blog article from Swift Crafty Monkey. I learned things about CP soap and hair follicles I did not know. Thanks for sharing.
However, I stand by my coconut oil shampoo bar. It has not worked for everyone but it has worked for many, myself included without damage to my hair. In fact I...
My elderly father loves his 100% Olive Oil Castile bar I make him. He has terrible eczema. I have never tried it but I have seen other soapers make a Castile with Calendula infused water. Very gentle and good for the skin.
I make a 100% coconut oil shampoo bar. Some people complain that using all coconut oil can be drying, but I have customers with oily hair who really like that. It will still leave your hair clean and soft. Plus that lather is amazing!
I have heard of soapers that super fat up to 20% with 100%...
Do you mean last as far as scent or a fresh herb wilting and drying out?
I think that Thyme is a very pretty herb sprig and Lemon Thyme smells wonderful.
As far as lasting goes, a freshly cut herb will smell for a long time. Even after drying out.