Soap Making, Oils and Recipes
This Charcoal & Lavendar Melt & Pour Soap Recipe is right on trend right now. Charcoal is the new Coconut oil so this soap is perfect for gifting to friends and loved ones. This DIY soap is made using a Melt and Pour base which means it’s suitable for beginners too.
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I have this thing at the moment where I keep seeing people in the same clothing as me. My daughter finds it hilarious and usually bursts in to a fit of laughter. Just this weekend I went down the aisles of a supermarket next to a lady in the same printed dress as me. I … Read More ...
This recipe uses the method for Melt and Pour Soaps. You can use any soap mold you have or small flexible container. I didn’t mix my Activated charcoal in to the soap, instead I swirled it into the molds. I really love the mottled effect it gave my soap bars.
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This DIY Lavender Body scrub is one of my favorites! Not only is it very easy to make but it smells amazing AND you can make a big batch for next to nothing. So make a large batch for yourself or gift it to special friends and family. It helps to gently remove dread skin … Read More ...
Reusable Menstrual cups is something we have covered before, if they are not your thing then that’s okay we are not trying to convert anyone. If you already use one then you may need a little help with the process of getting the menstrual cup where it needs to be.
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This Soap making recipe is for Cold process soap bars. I love this color combination by the way. Not only does Thumb Print soap provide you with the Free recipe you can try before you make.
If you’d like to try this soap before you make it, They are listed for sale here.… Read More ...
This tutorial shows you how to take Aloe vera plants from your garden and prepare them for making your own Aloe Vera Gel
. Did you know you could eat it directly from the plant? My Aloe Vera prongs have never grown this big and juicy before, these ones are amazing and the gel yield … Read More ...
Baking soda can be abrasive for your teeth so if you have sensitive teeth, you may want to use a little less of it. For this recipe you need to brush your teeth with this paste and allow to sit for 1 minute before completely rinsing your mouth.
What you will need:
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Okay let me start by saying these Gemstone soaps are too precious to use. How amazing would they look on the side of a guest sink or bench top. I especially love the strong vibrant colors used in this tutorial.… Read More ...
This DIY Soap recipe is called a Bastile soap, don’t know what that means? This is what I found.
In soap making, the term “bastille,” commonly refers to cold process soap made with at least 70% olive oil. Olive oil is extremely gentle, making it the perfect oil for delicate or sensitive skin. This Buttermilk … Read More ...
These Easter egg shaped bath bombs are easy to make and loads of fun for the kids. You could make a whole basket of these to gift instead of chocolate. This recipe uses Epsom salts making them great for tired and achy bodies.
These Beauty and the Beast bath bombs are the perfect for little princess’s at bath time. These Bath bombs are easy to make and would make great sellers for any stall holders. Learn how to make these Bath Bombs over at A Pumpkin and a Princess.… Read More ...
Spring is here and with it comes lots of raindrops and rainbows. Our “Colors in the Sky” Rainbow Bubble Bar is described as “A Spring phenomenon! Bright sky, dark clouds, glistening blades of grass and colors in the sky. Kaffir lime, Japanese grapefruit, tangerine, and lemon; middle notes of bergamot and strawberries; sitting on base … Read More ...
Ingredients
1tsps Activated Charcoal Powder
1tsp Apple Cider Vinegar
1 tsp of Water
1 tsp of Green Clay
Start by mixing all your ingredients together. If your mix is too dry, add a little more oil.
Apply the body scrub to your skin in a circular motion. Rinse with warm water.
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Have you ever wondered what happens to that bar of soap you used to wash your butt? Well believe it or not they are getting re-used and re-batched back in to bar’s of soaps. No pubic hairs allowed!!
Re-batching is a common term used in Soapmaking that means to melt down soap and re-mold it. … Read More ...