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Learning to make votives - I def reached the proper temps (used a new thermometer this most recent time) and also stirred sufficiently. This time I used some dye. I scented at 5% instead of 6%. The wax is supposedly IGI 4625 and supposed to hold 6% FO load, Seems the addition of dye made even...

My 1st votives were IGI 4625 and 6% FO, no dye. I used LX 12 wick which seemed a bit big ...I got some dye and want to try a couple more. I am under the impression after more reading, that when adding FO and/or dye, I might have to size the wick down - is this 'generally' true? It seems counter...

My first votives. I used LX 12 wicks. IGI 4625 wax. 6% FO. I had no dye but intend to use it in the future when I get some. This size wick seemed to perform well as far as the melt pool at the1 hour mark, the 2 hour mark and the 4 hour mark. HOWEVER it need to be trimmed at about 1.5 -2 hour...

I made my 1st votives today - starting out I had doubts about the accuracy of my thermometer ... brought my wax (IGI 4625) to 185 degrees F and stirred the FO in for 2 minutes before pouring. I used .5 oz FO to 8 oz wax ( about 6%). I forgot to check the temp however before pouring & I did turn...

Hi there - I'm pretty new to candle making - and just want to start doing some votives and tarts for own use and maybe a few for friends. Some years back I did make tarts or melts - whatever we call them these days. I don't recall what I used for wax. Although I do have some old soy wax on hand...

Until recently, I never paid attention to HLB values or requirements or calculators ...then I started playing with a 'calculator' about 2 weeks ago ...and seems I'm having trouble that I never had before. So I guess common sense would tell to just abandon the calculator. I created a formula...

This might be a dumb question but how do you know what is what? Cationinc, anionic and I guess there is also non-ionic ...this is probably basic chemistry but I don't have this knowledge. I am having emulsion failure using a new preservative I am trying - it is cationic (Leucidal SF MAX)...

I came across the HLB calculator on Wholesale Supplies Plus ...never used on before. A week ago I made a 50 gram test batch with a new emulsifier I am trying. It came out beautifully IMO. Out of curiosity, I plugged it into this HLB calculator and it said the formula was not balanced. The...

My little cheapo came with 3 attachments - I bought this years ago btw ...which attachment is recommended? I made a small 10 oz. batch of lotion the other day and it came out quite voluminous. It has since settled,(I did stir it down yesterday) but wonder if I can prevent this to begin with? I...

Hello - it's been a long time since I have played w/ bath & body ...I am wanting to make a body butter using Cera Bellina (Polyglycerol-3 Beeswax). Does anyone have one to share or suggest? Or maybe at least some guidelines ...I like shea butter - so maybe how much shea vs soft/liquid oils if...

hey gang - I don't do lotions to sell (anymore) but love to play when I can find a little time ...so I'm wondering amoung other things ...what is your emulsifier of choice? What do you like about it? Years ago I used Ewax NF but eventually I found it feeling too waxy ...I have used many...

hey folks - I'm looking for a slab mold like Upland Soap Factory used to sell ...I'd like a 24 bar slab mold (or similar size) for smaller custom orders ...these were silicone trays with scores for cutting & came in a plywood form ...any info would be great!! Thanks!!

DISCLAIMER: SMF is not responsible for any sale, trade, co-op, pre-buy, fast buy, garage sale, ad or other transactions between members. All parties enter into transactions at their own will/risk. 15 standard MilkyWay soap molds ( 3 & 4 cavity) & 6-7 guest size molds ...most of these are...

I know there are several suppliers who have the Verbena & Olive scents by L'Occitane but I'd love to find the Shea Butter line scent - a soft milky, lightly floral w/maybe a hint of musk scent ( did you get all that LOL) - Fragrance Finder doesn't show anything ...anyone got a clue?? TY!!

I have 'red' pigment but it's really a warm spicy red ...I was wanting to use a red swirl for peppermint soap for Christmas ...is there any effective way to get a true red in CP? Thanks!!

this recipe contained about 45% canola which was what I had on hand, and I figured a slow trace would give me time for swirling or such ...I am sure of my measurements - should I pour this all back into the pot & stir again ? ( I'll loose my lovely swirls but hopefully the soap will be fine ) It...

I have been doing shows for 5/6 years ...so often to my personal dismay, it is usually all about the smell with people ...if dog-doo smelled good, they would rub it all over! But I have noticed this year, that people are actually taking note of my ingredients! Are we finally getting through?!

What proceedures do you follow before setting up your work station? Is actual sterilization really possible? I spray all surfaces & anything I may touch or that my tools may touch...soak instruments with, or in a disifectant, sanitize hands ( as well as forearms ...and under nails )& wear fresh...

quick question ...if I have 4 ingredients, all coming in at 2%, do they get listed aphabetically - or is it completely up to me? Thanks!

I have 3 lbs of ewax @ $3.50 a lb ( TDF source ...ordered more than I needed as I have recently switched to NatureMulse instead) ...selling at less than I paid. and I have 400 glassine bags ( flat) - at $6.25 per 100 Shipping on these would be $2.95 for the 1st 100 plus $1.00 for...