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I enjoy making my own homemade lip balms as well as candlemaking, incense, and herbal-infused oils.

Thank you for your replies! I appreciate the clarification you both provided. The video made me wonder about the different types of trace, and the techniques used for different stages of trace. Does anyone know of a good book that discusses trace and the techniques you can use with different...

I have been watching various videos that show how to make cold process soap. I came across this video that raised a question right after I completed watching the video. The lady commentating on the video states, "You'll want to use a medium to thick trace for our molds." Here's the video I am...

Thank you! I appreciate everyone's help in explaining the gel phase. I also appreciate the picture (by judymoody) that shows a partial gel because I was wondering what it looked like. My bookmarks now have the Fragrance Oils Chart saved for quick reference. I was about to ask about fragrance...

I am uncertain what gel phase is for. I understand that gel phase usually occurs within the first 15 minutes but I do not fully understand if it occurs in every batch of soap you make or if it occurs only when certain oils and/or procedures are performed. Some questions that came to mind when...

Hi to all! :wave: My name is Lea Ann. I am 38 years old and have become craft-addicted! lol My mind and spirit need a creative outlet to feel peaceful, whether it is through writing or creating a batch of lip balm. It is a great feeling to create something and see someone enjoy using it. It...