
Lovin Soap - Soap Making Blog
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Lovin' Soap is a Soap making blog and E-Zine. Amanda shares her passion for soap making, and her gratitude for being a part of the “soaping” community. She loves all things soap, including talking, sharing, and teaching soap making. Follow her site for handmade soap, bath and body products, reviews, interviews, and more.
Lovin Soap - Soap Making Blog
11h ago
Tallow has been used in soap-making for centuries, yet in today’s world of plant-based alternatives, it sometimes gets overlooked. However, this traditional ingredient offers a wealth of benefits that make it a superior choice for soap makers looking to create a nourishing, long-lasting, and eco-friendly product. Whether you're a seasoned soap maker or just getting ..read more
Lovin Soap - Soap Making Blog
1M ago
Happy new year, fabulous maker! Welcome to the start of a sparkling, new blank slate! This is your moment to lay the groundwork for a year of abundance, creativity, and (let’s be real) some well-deserved cash flow. Because, friend, there’s no reason your passion for all things handmade can’t lead to profit. Let’s talk about ..read more
Lovin Soap - Soap Making Blog
3M ago
Did you check out last week's blog post where I used impression mats to make a honeycomb pattern? If not, be sure to check it out! This recipe uses the pumpkin-in-oil method! You make a lye solution with 50% water and 50% lye. Then you add the additional amount of liquid (in this case pumpkin ..read more
Lovin Soap - Soap Making Blog
4M ago
It's no secret that I LOVE pumpkin soap! Check out my Pumpkin and Cinnamon Soap recipe. The recipe above uses 100% pumpkin for water replacement. This one uses the pumpkin-in-oil method! You make a lye solution with 50% water and 50% lye. Then you add the additional amount of liquid (in this case pumpkin) to ..read more
Lovin Soap - Soap Making Blog
9M ago
Nobody likes a partial gel in soap...well...I don't. Especially depending on whether I'm using natural colorants, such as spices, clays, and herb powders. Natural colorants always look a bit brighter when the soap has gone through gel phase. Gel phase is the heating phase of saponification. To learn more about it - check out this ..read more
Lovin Soap - Soap Making Blog
1y ago
Is there anything more "FALL" than pumpkin and cinnamon?! This soap is sure to be a family favorite during this time. (Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.) Cinnamon Essential Oil Let's first ..read more
Lovin Soap - Soap Making Blog
1y ago
Turmeric is probably one of my favorite natural colorants for cold process soap! It gives soap a pretty orange color, perfect for fall! You can add turmeric directly to your soap. Note that it might speckle a bit and even be just slightly scratchy. I don't mind how it feels, but to avoid this, you ..read more
Lovin Soap - Soap Making Blog
1y ago
This is one of my favorite soaps to make! It is also one of my favorite soaps to GIFT! Who doesn't love honey and oatmeal soap? I scented it using a blend of lavender and litsea essential oils to give it a bright, yet balancing scent. This is a soap your family and friends are ..read more
Lovin Soap - Soap Making Blog
2y ago
(Sponsored Post! I was given a Replica Studio and a few surfaces to try out and share my opinion! However, I've been a customer since 2019 and already LOVE these surfaces!) Check out Replica Surfaces here! Taking product photos can be tough. But really, it's one of the most important things when selling online. Customers ..read more
Lovin Soap - Soap Making Blog
2y ago
One of the questions we get asked most when it comes to essential oils is how do you make them last in your soap? Some people will mention anchoring with clay or some other tricks. But honestly, the best thing you can do is create a well-rounded blend using top, middle and base notes. Essential ..read more