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So I ordered 1L of phenolphthaline 1% solution to test the pH level of my soap. I'm not really sure how to use it. I took a small shaving of my batch, put it in a bowl and applied a few drops of the solution to the soap. As far as I could see the liquid didn't turn pink, I even used a q-tip...

I can't seem to find palm oil anywhere in town and the recipes I have in my book call for it. Do I have to use palm oil or can I get by with something else? Same question for palm kernel oil. Thanks in advance for any advice! :P

Haven't tested the pH levels yet, but this is it. Hopefully it turns out useable.

In order to get started with my soap making I had to purchase lye in bulk. I have it sitting in its original container within a rubber-maid bin. Everything is properly labeled and tucked away. I have explained the hazards learned from the msds to everyone in the house and they know the...

Hey, I am new to the soap thing and stumbled upon this forum through a google search. It all started with a book ("The everything soap making book" by Alicia Grosso") , I saw it on the shelves and decided to check it out. Ever since I have been trolling the internet for pictures of hand...