Design and Creation of Cold Process Soaps
The mixture and the traces
A course by Alison Fleck , Soap Maker
About the video: The mixture and the traces
Overview
“In this lesson, you will see how to make the soap emulsion. This step is decisive for obtaining a smooth, supple and shiny soap. ”
In this video lesson Alison Fleck addresses the topic: The mixture and the traces, which is part of the Domestika online course: Design and Creation of Cold Process Soaps. Discover the cold process soapmaking technique and design soaps with unique patterns that are kind to both the skin and the environment.
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson. we will create our soap base. I will pour caustic soda into the oil to form an emulsion. is a crucial step in soap making. I put on my safety goggles. I check my temperatures. the temperature of my oil The lye and room temperatures are crucial. My oil should be maintained between 25 to 30 degrees for As with any chemical reaction. the direction of mixing is crucial. I carefully pour the lye into the oil using a strainer. Because lye is denser. it naturally settles at the bottom of the oil. This method ensures a and thus avoid any traces of splashes and dangerous projections....”
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Course summary for: Design and Creation of Cold Process Soaps
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Arts & Crafts, DIY

Alison Fleck
A course by Alison Fleck
Alison Fleck's first love is pastry-making and the pleasure of seeing people enjoy and savor her creations. She was trained by the experts at Meilleurs Ouvriers de France, and has always been a fan of DIY. She started to create her own cosmetic and household products and when she discovered soap making, became immediately fascinated by its huge creative scope. She decided to take it a step further and make it her profession.
In her soaps, she combines the generosity of oils with the richness of plants and the vitality of minerals. They are comprehensive skin care products that are particularly kind to the environment. Sold through her company Baba and varied over the course of different seasons, they are a delight to the senses.
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