Ingredients for 10kg Batch (Organic Cold Process Soap)
| Ingredient | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|
| Olive Oil (base oil, moisturizing) | 40 |
| Coconut Oil (cleansing, lather) | 30 |
| Palm Oil (hardness, stability) | 20 |
| Castor Oil (bubbles, conditioning) | 10 |
| Sodium Hydroxide (Lye, saponifier) | 7 |
| Distilled Water (lye solution) | 25 |
| Essential Oils (e.g., lavender, for scent) | 2 |
| Herbs/Clays (e.g., oatmeal, optional additives) | 1 |
| Total | 135 |
Percentages based on oil phase (lye/water adjusted for 5% superfat). Use safety gear for lye. Pre-calculate lye with a soap calculator.
Step-by-Step Production Process
- Preparation and Safety (15-20 minutes): Wear PPE (gloves, goggles). Sanitize workspace and tools. Measure oils and weigh lye precisely.
- Prepare Lye Solution (10 minutes): Slowly add lye to cold distilled water (never reverse) in a heat-safe container. Stir until dissolved; let cool to 38-43°C.
- Melt Oils (15 minutes): Gently heat solid oils (coconut, palm) in a double boiler to 40-50°C. Add liquid oils (olive, castor) and mix to uniform temperature.
- Combine and Trace (20-30 minutes): Pour lye solution into oils. Blend with immersion blender until "trace" (pudding-like consistency). Add essential oils and herbs.
- Mold and Insulate (10 minutes): Pour batter into lined soap molds. Cover and insulate for gel phase (24-48 hours).
- Curing (4-6 weeks): Unmold, cut into bars. Air-dry on racks in a ventilated area. Test for pH (8-10).
- Finishing and Storage (10 minutes): Label bars with ingredients and cure date. Store in cool, dry place.
Total time: 1-2 hours active + 4-6 weeks curing. Yields ~80-100 bars (100g each). Ensure full saponification.
Order Items for 10kg Project
- Olive Oil (10kg batch) $20
- Coconut Oil $15
- Palm Oil $12
- Castor Oil $8
- Sodium Hydroxide (Lye) $10
- Essential Oils Blend $10
- Herbs & Additives $8
- Molds & Tools Kit $10
- Safety Gear (PPE) $7
Total Price: $100
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