365DaysofSoapMaking365SoapMakingRecipesfor365Days
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TableofContents
IntroductionJanuaryHoneyOrangeSoap;LavenderSoap;StripedGlycerinSoap;ChunkyOrangeSoapBars;SoapBalls;SoaponaRope;LaundryWashingSoda;LaundryDetergent;LoofaSoap;MicrowavePeppermintSoap;BabyWipes;FacialCreamSoap;ShavingCreamSoap;PumpSoap;KittenMiniSoaps;ChocolateBarSoap;OvalSoapBars;SoapCupcakes;SweetOrangeGlycerinSoap;CitrusColdProcessSoap;ToySurpriseSoap;BeeswaxSoap–ColdProcess;LemonDishLiquid;EasyCitrusDishSoap;Kids’SoapCrayons;DryHairShampoo;OilyHairShampoo;ShampooforNormalHair;ShampooforColoredHair(Dark);ShampooforColoredHair(Blond).
MakeYourownSoap–BenefitsofHome-MadeSoapFebruaryShampooforColoredHair(Red);ShampooforGreyHair;OrangeLiquidHandSoap;SpringCitrusLiquidSoap;Kids’HandSoap;MiniSoapinaSoap;FreshScentLaundryDetergentBalls;CoconutHotProcessSoap;MarbledSoap–HotProcess;RaspberryBarSoap;AloeandVitaminESkinSofteningSoap;RomanticRoseSoap;SweetLavenderLiquidHandSoap;SoapFlowers;MiniLavenderGuestSoaps;Kids’StarSoaps;CinnamonHeartsSoap;MilkandHoneySoap–HotProcess;UnscentedLaundryDetergent;LemonLaundryLiquidDetergent;PinkGrapefruitHandSoap;HerbalSoap;CucumberSoap–ColdProcess;ShampooBars–HotProcess;MilkSoap;ChocolateMintMilkSoap;CarrotSoap–ColdProcess;SoapBox;ChamomileGoat’sMilkSoap.
MakeYourownSoap–ColdProcessMarchSquareSoapBars;RaspberryLiquidSoap;SoapEggs;SkinSofteningDishLiquid;BabySoap;SoapinaTin;MilkSoapwithHoneyandWalnuts;EasySoapinYourMicrowave;Kids’ConfettiSoap;LavenderSoap;PeppermintSoap;ChocolateSoap;ChocolateMintSwirlSoap;CarpetCleaner;LavenderOatmealSoap;AloeFaceScrub;PopsicleSoap;MoisturizingShampoo;VeganShampoo;DippedCandleSoap;CoconutMilkShampoo;DryShampoo;BarShampoo;HerbalShampoo;IndustrialHandCleaner;ExfoliatingCreamSoap;ShavingSoap;CreamPumpSoap;CitrusSprayCleaner;HouseholdCleaning
ShavingSoap;CreamPumpSoap;CitrusSprayCleaner;HouseholdCleaningPaste;FruitandVeggieSprayWash.
MakeYourownSoap–HotProcessAprilMulti-SurfaceSprayCleaner;IceCubeBagSoap;RosemaryGoat’sMilkSoap;PeppermintLiquidHandSoap;SimpleOilSoap;EasySoap;PolkaDotSoap;HeartsinCirclesSoap;TraditionalRectangularSoapBars;BathtubSoapFlakes;AloeVeraSoap;BasicColdProcessSoapRecipe;MoisturizingSoap;HempseedOilSoap;CoffeeSoap;GuitarMiniSoaps;EasyDishSoap;StovetopDishSoap;DishwasherDetergent;DishwasherDetergentII;LiquidLaundryDetergent;LiquidLaundryDetergentII;Re-BatchSoap;Re-BatchHoneyandAlmondSoap;HoneySoap;SandSoap;CoconutOilSoap;LemonDishSoap;TallowSoap.
MakeYourownSoap–MeltandPourMethodMayCreamyCastileSoap;SoapBeads;LemonBreadSoap;BathCrayons;HerbalSoapCubes;OilySkinCleansingBars;DrySkinCleansingBars;GradientGlitterSoap;GoldenGlitterGlycerinBars;ChamomileFlowerSoap;SeaGlassSoap;SoftBabySoap;Men’sSoap;TravelSoap;LemonTartSoaps;BasicColdProcessSoap;GreenTeaSoap;SoapChocolates;GlitterSoapBalls;CucumberSoap;CucumberSoapII;CucumberGlycerinSoap;FreshStrawberrySoap;CastileSoap;CoconutOilSoap;BasicNaturalSoap;TransparencyDesignSoaps;LaundryLiquid;EasyOatmealandHoneySoap;EasyHoneySoap;EasyLavenderSoap.
MakeYourownSoap–LiquidSoapJuneEasyHotProcessSoap;OatmealHotProcessSoap;SingleSoapBar;CreamyCastileSoap;AloeVeraSoap;CoconutSoap;ClearHoneySoap;ColdProcessHoneySoap;SandalwoodSoap;LemonBalmSoap;SoapSticks;BlackRaspberrySoap;OliveOilSoap;ExfoliatingStripSoap;StrawberryPreservesSoap;BeeswaxSoap;BoraxSoap;TeaTreeSoap;InsectRepellantSoap;WeddingFavorRoseSoaps;LiquidSoapWeddingFavors;HerbalLiquidSoap;Cucumber/AloeVeraGlycerinSoap;PomegranateSoap;Kids’SoapBracelets;WeddingFavorSoapGems;ShowerGel;WhippedShavingSoap;LiquidHandSoap.
MakeYourownSoap–FoamingSoapsJulyShowerGel;FoamingCleanser;LuxuriousSkinCleanser;BodyWash;GreenAppleDishSoap;All-PurposeCleaner;FleaShampoo;DryShampoo;CitrusDishwashingLiquid;OvenCleaner;AlopeciaShampoo;FoamingCarpetShampoo;ToiletBowlCleaner;WashingMachineFreshener;SimpleLiquidSoap;All-PurposeKitchenCleaner;KitchenSoap;FleaShampooforDogs;BathGel;LiquidHandSoap;Multi-PurposeHouseholdCleaner;HoneyShowerGel;FacialCleanser;FoamingFacialCleanser;MorningShowerGel;EssentialOilShampoo;MildCastileSoap;DandelionandHoneySoap;MintSoap;OrangeCreamSoap.
MakeYourownSoap–CreamSoapsAugustCitrusShowerGel;LavenderBubbleBath;CitrusMintLayeredSoap;FoamingHandSoap;SinkStainRemover;KitchenWipes;RoseGlycerinSoap;LemonHandSoap;ChocolateBarSoap;RoseLiquidSoap;KitchenFloorCleaner;All-PurposeFoamingStovetopCleaner;BathtubCleaner;SoapDisks;YourInitialsHereSoap;FunnelCakeSoap;CarnivalSoap;CandyAppleSoap;HotButteredPopcornSoap;CountyFairPageantGlitterSoap;MagicWandSoap;RaceCarSoap;HollyhockSoap;DisinfectingWipes;DisinfectingWipesII;BathroomGlassandTileCleaner;VinegarDishSoap;ShowerCleaner;LaundryStainRemoverSpray;ToiletBowlCleaner;AniseSoap.
MakeYourownSoap–DishLiquidsSeptemberDisinfectantCleaner;ClearGlycerinSoap;BathtubScrub;SoftScrubber;StainRemover;ScouringPowder;WashingMachineCleaner;PowderedLaundryDetergent;LemongrassSoap;PineappleCreamSoap;ApplefortheTeacherSoap;LatheringSoapBars;MoisturizingSoapBars;SkinNourishingSoap;ApricotSoap;“Shout”StainRemover;YogurtSoap;GranolaExfoliatingSoap;GoldfishSoap;CitrusCoconutSoap;MassageSoap;AutumnLeavesSoap;LemonCreamSugarSoap;GrapefruitLemonStripedSoap;CoconutWhippedSoap;CrayonRemover;CrystalCleaner;SilverCleaner;SterlingSilverJewelryCleaner;CucumberSoap.
MakeYourownSoap–LaundrySoaps
OctoberPinkRibbonSoaps;BreastCancerBoobieSoaps;Jack-O-LanternSoap;PumpkinPieSoaps;CaramelAppleSoaps;PumpkinSoap;FrenchVanillaSoap;FoamingBathSoap;LavenderBodyWash;DeadSeaSaltSoap;RaspberrySoap;CoffeeSoap;RosemaryMintSoap;BaconSoap;BlackCatSoap;CauldronSoap;BreastCancerAwarenessSoap;BlackandOrangeStripedSoap;OatmealBananaSoap;SaltSoap;EggSoap;GlycerinShavingSoap;All-PurposeCleaner;AnotherAll-PurposeCleaner;WindowCleaner;WindowCleanerII;GlassCleaner;LiquidLaundryDetergent;LiquidLaundryDetergentII;PowderedLaundryDetergent.
MakeYourownSoap–SuppliesYouwillNeedNovemberPumpkinSoap;AppleCiderSoap;MudSoap;NeemOilLiquidSoap;EasyLiquidSoap;FoamingSoap;RoseBodyWash;CitrusAll-PurposeCleaner;FurniturePolish;SimpleSprayCleaner;FloorCleaner;TubandShowerCleaner;CranberryGlycerinSoap;CornucopiaSoap;GraniteCleaner;BeerShampoo;EasyShampoo;HerbalShampoo;GreenAppleSoap;SeashellSoap;EmuOilSoap;InkSpotRemover;CreamyHouseholdCleanser;CarWashSoap;MildewCleaner;AlmondOilSoap;LemonGoat’sMilkSoap;MintFootSoap.
MakeYourownSoap–UsingEssentialOilsDecemberPineFloorCleaner;GingerbreadManMiniSoaps;MintyFreshFloorCleaner;LumpofCoalSoap;OrangeCranberryStripedSoap;CandyCaneSoap;OrangeCloveGlycerinSoap;ChristmasTreeSoap;MenorahSoap;SantaClausSoap;HolidayDishLiquid;LemonGuestSoaps;RedCandySoap;SnowmanSoap;HeavyDutyHouseholdCleanser;StovetopGreaseRemover;StainRemoverforWhites;3-in-1Cleaner;UpholsteryCleaner;CarpetCleaner;YogaMatSprayCleaner;AntifungalCleaningSpray;SheaButterSoap;HoneybeeSoap;SimpleColdProcessSoap;CinnamonSoap;OrangeCinnamonSoap;LemonGingerSoap;RosemarySpearmintSoap;AppleSpiceSoap.
BonusSoapRecipesMiniE-Book
Introduction
There are hundreds of different types of soaps on themarket, not tomentionshampoos, household cleaning soaps, and more. The problem with theseproducts is that the majority of them are made with a lot of harsh chemicalingredients that can actually be harmful to your skin. Many are also heavilyscented,whichcanbeaproblemforthosewhosufferfromallergiestoscentedproducts. Even the products labeled as “unscented” actually have a scent thatsimplymasksthestrongerscent.So,howareyousupposedtogetyourself,andyour home clean, without using these commercially prepared soap products?Youcanmakeyourown.
Nomatterwhattypeofsoapyouwishtouse,chancesarethatthereisarecipefor it so you can make your own. This means that you get to control theingredientsthatgointoyoursoaps,andensurethattheyaregoingtobesafeforeveryonetouse,eventhosewhohavescentallergiesandskinconditions.Inthise-book, you will find 365 recipes for hand soap, liquid soap, cream soap,shampoo, laundry detergent, dish soap, and a whole lot more. In addition totheserecipes,youwillalsofindhelpfulinstructionalarticlesabouthowtomakevarious types of soaps, using essential oils in soap making, additives to use,suppliesyouwillneed,andmore.
January
This is themonthwhen thewinter blahs begin to set in.You can uplift yourmood by using a variety of soaps that smell like spring. This month, we arefeaturingloadsofgreatcitrussoaprecipes,aswellascitrusdishliquidrecipesandmore.Youwillalsofindsomefunrecipesforkids’soaps,aswellassomeawesomeshampoosforalltypesofhair.
January1
HoneyOrangeSoap
Materials
• 1lbhoneymeltbase• 2dropsvanillawhitecolorstabilizer• 3dropsorangefood-gradecolorant• 4-5dropsorangeessentialoil
Directions
Cutupthehoneymeltbaseintosmallsquares,andplaceinadoubleboilerovermedium heat. Next, add the stabilizer and colorant, stirring well to mix (stirslowly to avoid making bubbles). Remove from heat and add the orangeessentialoil,stirringtomix.Pourintohoneycombsoapmolds.
January2
LavenderSoap
Materials
• 15goatsmilksoapcubes• 2-3dropslavenderessentialoil• 2-3dropspurplefood-gradecolorant• ½Cdriedlavenderflowers
Directions
In a double boiler overmediumheat, combine the goatsmilk soap cubes andlavenderflowers.Addthecolorant,stirringgentlytoblend.Removefromheat,andaddthelavenderessentialoil.Pourintosoapmolds(thelavenderwillfloattothetopandbedecorative).
January3
StripedGlycerinSoap
Materials
• 1poundglycerinsoapbase• 8dropslemonessentialoil• 4food-gradecolorants
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,melt¼oftheglycerin.Removefromheat,add2dropsof lemonessentialoil and2-3dropsofoneof thecolorants.Pourintoabreadpanlinedwithparchmentpaper.Whilethesoapissetting,repeattheprocess with the next color. Continue repeating until you have four layers ofcolor.Whensoapiscompletelyset,removefrompan,peelawaytheparchmentpaper,andcutintostripedsoapbars.
January4
ChunkyOrangeSoapBars
Materials
• 2poundsglycerinsoapbase• 2tbspliquidaloevera• 4-5dropssweetorangeessentialoil• 3-4dropsorangefoodgradecolorant
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,melthalfoftheglycerinsoapbase.Add1tbsp aloe vera and remove from heat. Add 2-3 drops of the sweet orangeessentialoilandthecolorant,stirtomix,andpourintosoapmolds(fourbars).Whensoapisset,wraptwobarsforregularuse,andcuttheothertwobarsintosmallchunkswithaknife.Melt therestof theglycerinsoapbase,andaddtheremaining1 tbspaloevera.Removefromheat,andaddessentialoil.Fill soapmolds¼of theway,andletset.Onceit isset,placeafewof theorangesoapchunks on top, and fill the molds the rest of the way with the clear glycerinmixture.
January5
SoapBalls
Materials
• 1poundglycerinsoapbase• 1tbspliquidaloevera• 1vitaminEcapsule• 4-6dropsraspberryessentialoil• 3-4dropsredfoodgradecolorant• Plasticballs(thetypethatcomeapartsoyoucanputtreatsinside)• Eggcrates
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,melthalfof theglycerinsoapbase.AddthealoeveraandtheliquidfromthevitaminEcapsule,andremovefromheat.Addtheessentialoilandcolorant,stirringgentlytomix.Opentheplasticballs,andplace eachhalf, open sideup, in the spaces in the egg cartons.Pour soapmixtureintotheballhalves,savingalittlebitofthemixtureforlater.Allowthesoaptoset.Re-heattherestofthesoapmixture,anduseasapastetostickthehalves together to create soap balls. When they are completely set, twist theplastictoremove.
January6
SoaponaRope
Materials
• 1poundglycerinsoapbase• 1tbspliquidaloevera• 1vitaminEcapsule• ¼Ccoconutoil
• 4-5dropsgrapefruitessentialoil• 3-4dropspinkfoodgradecolorant• ¼”rope,cutintofour24”lengths
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combineglycerinsoapbaseandcoconutoil.Wheningredientsaremeltedandcombinedtogether,addthealoeveraandtheliquidfromthevitaminEcapsule.Removefromheat,andaddthegrapefruitessentialoilandfoodcolorant,stirringgentlytomix.Pourintomoldsandallowtoset.Whenthesoaphasset,removefrommolds,andgentlymakeaholeinoneend,pokingall theway through to theotherend (a lengthwisehole).Youcanuseascrewdriverforthis,makingsurethattheholewillbeabitlargerthanthecircumferenceoftherope.Tieaknotinoneendofeachpieceofrope,andthenruntheotherendthroughtheholesinthesoap.Whentheropeisthrough,makealoopandtieitsothereisahandle.
January7
LaundryWashingSoda
Materials
• 3Cbakingsoda• Glassbakingpan
Directions
Preheatoven to450degreesF.Spread the sodaevenly in thebakingpan, andplaceintheoven.Bakeforapproximatelyonehour,stirringafter½hour.Youmayneedtobakeitlonger.Whenthesodaisready,itwillbegrainyinsteadofsmoothandsoft.Removefromoven,allowtocool,andthenstoreinanairtightcontainer.Touse,addacuporsotoeachloadoflaundry.
January8
LaundryDetergent
Materials
• 6Claundrywashingsoda• 3barsunscentedsoap(makeyourownclearglycerinsoapforthisifyou
like)
Directions
Gratethesoapbars,orcutintosmallchunks.Combinegratedsoapandlaundrywashingsodainafoodprocessor,andblenduntilthemixtureistheconsistencyoflaundrysoappowder.Pourintoanairtightcontainertostore.Touse,add3-4tbspdetergenttoeachloadoflaundry.
January9
LoofaSoap
Materials
• 1poundglycerinsoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil• 1tbspliquidaloevera• 3-4dropschamomileessentialoil• 2dropslavenderessentialoil• 3-4dropspinkfoodgradecolorant• 1loofasponge
Directions
Cuttheloofaintopiecesthatarethesameheightasyoursoapmolds,andplaceintomolds.Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinetheglycerinsoapbaseand coconut oil.When ingredients havemelted and blended together, add thealoevera.Removefromheat,andaddthechamomileessentialoilandcolorant,stirringgentlytomix.Poursoapmixtureintopreparedmoldsandallowtoset.
January10
MicrowavePeppermintSoap
Materials
• ½poundgoat’smilksoapbase• ½poundsheabuttersoapbase• 4-5dropspeppermintessentialoil
Directions
Breakboth soapbases into small chunks, andplace inamicrowave-safeglassbowl. Heat in themicrowave on high for 30 second increments, stirring eachtime.When soap bases have completelymelted and blended together, removefromthemicrowaveandaddthepeppermintessentialoil.Pour intomoldsandallowtoset.
January11
BabyWipes
Materials
• 2tbspricebranoil• 1tbspliquidcastilesoap• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 3dropschamomileessentialoil• 2dropslavenderessentialoil• 1vitaminEcapsule
Directions
Cut pieces of cotton fabric into squares that will fit into an old baby wipecontainer(orasimilarsizedplasticcontainerwithacover),andsetthesquaresaside.Pourthewaterintothecontainer,followedbytherestoftheingredients,stirring gently to avoid any bubbles. Place the cotton squares on top of themixture, cover, and slowly turn the container over and over to soak all of thesquares.Markthedateonthecontainer,andusewithintwoweeks.
January12
FacialCreamSoap
Materials
• 1.75ouncesCreamsoapbase• ½tsppinkclay• ¼tsplacticacid• ⅛tsppreservative• 2-3dropslavenderessential
oil• Puredistilledwater
Directions
Pour the cream soap base into a glass bowl. Add the clay, preservative, andlactic acid, stirringgently tomix.Next, add the lavender essential oil, stirringgentlytomix.Ifthemixtureistoothick,youmayaddabitofthepuredistilledwater. Once it has reached the desired consistency, pour mixture into a jar,cover,andlabelwiththedate.
January13
ShavingCreamSoap
Materials
• 1.75ouncescreamsoapbase• ¼tsppro-vitaminB5(panthenol)• ¼tspdimethicone• ⅛tsppreservative• 2-3dropschamomileessentialoil
Directions
Pourthecreamsoapbaseintoaglassbowl.Addthepreservative,penthenol,anddimethicone, stirring gently to mix. Next, add the chamomile essential oil,stirring gently tomix. Pourmixture into a glass jar, cover, and labelwith thedate.
January14
PumpSoap
Materials
• 1.75ouncescreamsoapbase• 1.75ouncespuredistilledwater• 1tspliquidaloevera• ¼tsppreservative
• 3-4dropssweetorangeessentialoil
Directions
Pour the cream soap base into a glass bowl. Add the distilled water and stirgentlytomix.Addthepreservativeandaloevera,stirringgentlytomix.Finally,add the sweet orange essential oil, again stirring gently to mix. Pour into aplasticzip-lockbaggieandsealthebag.Snipthetipofthebaggie,andpipethemixtureintoapumpbottle.Labelwiththedate.
January15
KittenMiniSoaps
Materials
• 4-6ouncesclearglycerinsoapbase• 1tspliquidaloevera• 2-3dropspinkgrapefruitessentialoil• 3-4dropspinkfoodgrade
colorant• Kittenmolds(usecandy-makingmoldswithkittensoranyothershapeyoulike)
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,melttheglycerinsoapbase.Addthealoevera,andremovefromheat.Addthepinkgrapefruitessentialoilandcolorant,andpourintomolds.
January16
ChocolateBarSoap
Materials
• 1poundcoconutmeltandpoursoapbase• ½tspcocoabutter• ½tspsheabutter• 1tspoliveoil
• ¼Cgoat’smilkpowder• 1tbspchocolatefragranceoil• 1tbspunsweetenedcocoapowder’
• Chocolatebarcandymolds
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinethesoapbase,cocoabutter,andsheabutter.When ingredientshavemeltedandblended together, remove fromheat,coolslightlyandaddthegoat’smilkpowder,stirringgentlyuntilthereareno lumps. Add the chocolate fragrance oil and cocoa powder, and pour intomolds.
January17
OvalSoapBars
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil• 1tbspliquidaloevera• 1vitaminEcapsule• 2-3dropschamomile
essentialoil• 1droproseessentialoil• Ovalsoapmolds
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinesoapbaseandcoconutoil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,addthealoevera,andtheliquidfromthevitaminEcapsule.Removefromheat,andaddtheessentialoils.Pourintoovalsoapmolds.
January18
SoapCupcakes
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil• 1tbspliquidaloevera• 1vitaminEcapsule• 1tbspchocolate
fragranceoil• 1tbspcocoapowder• Siliconecupcakemolds
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combine¾ofthesoapbaseandcoconutoil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,addthealoevera,andtheliquidfromthevitaminEcapsule.Removefromheat,andaddthechocolatefragranceoilandcocoapowder,stirringgentlytomix.Pourintocupcakemolds.Whensoaphasset,removefrommolds.Melttherestofthesoapbase,andpouroverthetopofthecupcakesasfrosting.
January19
SweetOrangeGlycerinSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinsoapbase• 1tbspliquidaloevera• 1vitaminEcapsule• 1tbspcoconutoil• 6-8dropssweetorangeessentialoil• 4-5dropsorangefoodgradecolorant
Directions
In a double boiler overmediumheat, combine the soap base and coconut oil.When the ingredientshavemeltedandblended together,add thealoeveraandthe liquid from the vitamin E capsule. Remove from heat and add the sweetorangeessentialoilandcolorant.Pourintosoapmoldsandletsetforacoupleofhours.
January20
CitrusColdProcessSoap
Materials
• 7-8ounceslye• 2Cpuredistilledwater• 2¼Cpalmkerneloil• 1¾Coliveoil• 1⅓Ccoconutoil• 2-3dropslemonessentialoil• 2-3dropssweet
orangeessentialoil
Directions
Follow the instructions given in the “MakeYourOwn Soap – Cold Process”sectionofthise-book.
January21
ToySurpriseSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinsoapbase• 1tbspliquidaloevera• 2-3dropslemonessentialoil• Smalltoys(plasticrings,figures,etc.Toysyoucangetoutofbubblegummachinesaretheidealsizeforembeddinginsidesoaps)
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,melttheglycerinsoapbase.Addthealoevera,andremovefromheat.Addthelemonessentialoil,andfilleachsoapmold⅓oftheway.Allowthesoaptoset(putitinthefreezeranditwillbereadyin15minutesorso).Re-melt therestof themixtureinthedoubleboiler.Placeasmall toy ineachsoapmold.Pour therestof thesoapmixtureon top,makingsuretocompletelycoverthetoys.Allowsoaptoset.
January22
BeeswaxSoap–ColdProcess
Materials
• ¾Clye• 2Cpuredistilledwater• 3½Cvegetableshortening• 1Ccoconut
oil• 1Cpalmkerneloil• 1ouncebeeswax• 5-6dropschamomileessentialoil• 2-3dropsroseessentialoil
Directions
Follow the instructions given in the “MakeYourOwn Soap – Cold Process”sectionofthise-book.
January23
LemonDishLiquid
Materials
• ½Cunscentedsoapflakes• 3Chotwater• ½Cglycerin• 5-6dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
In a glass bowl, combine the soap flakes and hot water until the flakescompletelydissolve.Allowthemixturetocoolfor4-5minutes,andthenaddtheglycerin and lemon essential oil, stirring gently to incorporate all of theingredients.Pourintoacleandishliquidbottle,andusethesamewayyouwoulduseacommercialdishliquid.
January24
EasyCitrusDishSoap
Materials
• 3CliquidCastilesoap• 8-10dropslemonessentialoil• 4-5dropsgrapefruitessentialoil• 3-4dropsorangeessentialoil
Directions
In a glassbowl, combine all of the ingredients, stirring slowly tomixwithoutcreatinganybubbles.Pour intoacleandishsoapbottle,anduseasyouwouldregulardishsoap.
January25
Kids’SoapCrayons
Materials
• 1Cgratedwhitesoap(anykind,butunscentedisbestsincechildrenhavesensitiveskin)• 2tbspwarmwater• Foodgradecolorant,variouscolors
Directions
Inaglassbowl,addthegratedsoapand2tbspwarmwater.Stirwithaforkuntilthemixturebeginstothickenandbecomestiff.Mixuntiltherearenopiecesofgratedsoapinthemixture.Separatemixtureintoasmanysectionsasyouneed,dependingonhowmanycolorsyouwant tomake.Mixeachpart inaseparateglassbowl,addingacoupleofdropsofcolorantperbowl (ifyouwantdarkercolors,addmorecolorant).Whenwellmixed,firmlypressintomoldsandplaceinthefreezerovernight.Nowtheyarereadytouse.
January26
DryHairShampoo
Materials
• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 1CCastileliquidsoap• 2tbspcoconutoil• 2tbsphempseedoil• 2tspavocadooil
• 15dropsylangylangessentialoil• 15dropsclarysageessentialoil• 3dropslavenderessentialoil
Directions
Combine all of the ingredients in a glass bowl. Stir slowly to combineingredients without making any bubbles. Pour mixture into a clean shampoobottle,andusethesamewayyouwoulduseacommercialshampoo.
January27
OilyHairShampoo
Materials
• 1CCastileliquidsoap• 5dropslavenderessentialoil• 3dropsroseessentialoil• 3dropschamomileessentialoil
Directions
Combine all of the ingredients in a glass bowl. Stir slowly to combineingredients without making any bubbles. Pour mixture into a clean shampoobottle,andusethesamewayyouwoulduseacommercialshampoo.
January28
ShampooforNormalHair
Materials
• ½Cpuredistilledwater• ½CCastileliquidsoap• 1tbspcoconutoil
• 8dropssweetorangeessentialoil• 3dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Combine all of the ingredients in a glass bowl. Stir slowly to combineingredients without making any bubbles. Pour mixture into a clean shampoobottle,andusethesamewayyouwoulduseacommercialshampoo.
January29
ShampooforColoredHair(Dark)
Materials
• 1CCastileliquidsoap• 3tbspsage• 3tbsprosemary• 6blackteabags• 2tspoliveoil• 3-4drops
chamomileessentialoil
Directions
Steep the black tea with the sage and rosemary in a pan for one half hour,covered. Strain the tea so there are no herb particles. Combine all of theingredients inaglassbowl.Stirslowlytocombineingredientswithoutmakinganybubbles.Pourmixture intoaclean shampoobottle, anduse the samewayyouwoulduseacommercialshampoo.
January30
ShampooforColoredHair(Blond)
Materials
• 8chamomileteabags• 3tbspvegetableglycerin• 8tbspsoapflakes• 3-4dropschamomileessentialoil
Directions
Steeptheteabagsinapanforonehalfhour,covered.Straintheteasotherearenoherbparticles.Combinealloftheingredientsinaglassbowl.Stirslowlytocombine ingredients without making any bubbles. Pour mixture into a cleanshampoobottle,andusethesamewayyouwoulduseacommercialshampoo.
MakeYourownSoap–BenefitsofHome-MadeSoap
Ifyouarecrafty,andyouenjoymakingthingsforyourfamilyandyourhome,you will be really interested in making your own soaps. There are so manybenefitsyougetfromdoingthis.Notonlydoyouhaveallkindsoffunprojectstoworkon,youarealsosavingmoney.Whilethereisabitofaninvestmenttoget allof the suppliesyouwillneed,youwill endupwithenough supplies tomakeplentyofcleaningproducts.Theamountyoucanmakewillbemuchmorethanwhatyoucanbuycommerciallyforthesameprice,andyouknowalloftheingredients that are going into your own products. Here are just a few of theawesomebenefitsofmakingyourownsoaps.
SafeIngredients
Oneofthebiggestcomplaintspeoplehaveaboutcommerciallypreparedsoapsisthat they contain a lot of harsh, chemical ingredients. This won’t be the casewhenyouaremakingyourownsoapsandhouseholdcleaningproducts.Inmostcases,home-madesoapsaremadewithnaturalingredients,suchascoconutoil,butters,vegetableoils,glycerin,etc.Thisisreallygreatifthereisanyoneinyourfamily who has sensitive skin or allergies. You can control the ingredients.Anotherthingyoucancontrolisthescent,whichisimportanttoanyonewhohasscentallergies.
HaveFunExperimenting
Therearesomanydifferentingredientsthatyoucanusetomakesoapthatyouwillneverrunoutof ideasfornewsoaprecipes.Onceyouget thehangof thevarious soap-making processes, you can have a lot of fun experimentingwithyourownspecialrecipes.Inthise-book,youwillbeintroducedtoavarietyofsoap-makingmethods,includingcoldandheatprocess,aswellasusingmeltandpoursoapbases,includingglycerin,andyouareneverlimitedwhenitcomestoadditives,includingessentialoilsandcolorants.
MakeAwesomeGifts
People appreciate itwhenothers take the time tomake special gifts for them.Whatcouldbemorespecial thanpersonalizedsoaps,shampoos,etc.?Notonlydohand-madesoapsmaketerrificgiftsforjustaboutanyoccasion,theyarealsocost-effectivetomake,soyoucangivenicegiftswithouthavingtospendalotofmoney.
MakeExtraMoney
A lot of people take their hand-made soap products to various markets, craftfairs,etc.tosell,andtheymakeprettydecentmoneydoingso.Youcanmakeupalotofdifferentsoapproducts,andthensellthemtofriends,familymembers,atmarketsandfairstomakeextracash.Don’tforgettoaskaroundatvariouslocalstores,whichlovetoselllocally-madeproducts,especiallyduringpeaktourismseasons.
February
Loveisintheairthismonth,soyouneedtomakesurethatyouhaveplentyofsoaps that have romantic scents. This month, you will find some delicatelyscented soaps and shampoos thatwill help put you in themood for romance.Other recipes for February include household cleaners, cream soaps, andfoamingsoapsforhandwashing.
February1
ShampooforColoredHair(Red)
Materials
• 3tbsphibiscusflowers• 3tbspalkanetroot• 3Cwater,boiling•½CCastileliquidsoap• 2tbspcoconutoil• 2tspavocadooil• 2tbsphempseedoil• 10dropslavenderessentialoil• 5dropsroseessentialoil
Directions
In a saucepan, add thewater, hibiscus flowers, and alkanet root.Simmeruntilthemixturehasreducedtoabout½Cofliquid.Allowmixturetocool,andaddtherestoftheingredients.Pourintoapreparedbottle,cover,andshakewelltomix.
February2
ShampooforGreyHair
Materials
• 1Cdriedsage• 1Cdriedrosemary• 4Cwater• 1CCastileliquidsoap• 4tbsphempseedoil• 25dropssweet
orangeessentialoil
Directions
Inasaucepan,addthewater,sage,androsemary.Simmeruntilthemixturehasreduced toabout1Cof liquid.Allowmixture tocool, andadd the restof theingredients.Pourintoapreparedbottle,cover,andshakewelltomix.
February3
OrangeLiquidHandSoap
Materials
• 1CCastileliquidsoap• 2tbspliquidaloevera• Liquidfrom2vitaminEcapsules• 1tbspcoconutoil
• 6-8dropssweetorangeessentialoil
Directions
Combinealloftheingredientstogetherinaglassbowl.Stirgentlytomixwellwithoutcreatinganybubbles.Pourintoapumpbottle.
February4
SpringCitrusLiquidSoap
Materials
• 1CCastileliquidsoap• 1tbspcoconutoil• 1tspavocadooil• 3dropsorangeessentialoil• 5dropslemonessentialoil• 2dropsgrapefruitessentialoil
Directions
Combinealloftheingredientstogetherinaglassbowl.Stirgentlytomixwellwithoutcreatinganybubbles.Pourintoapumpbottle.
February5
Kids’HandSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinsoapbase• 2tbspliquidaloevera• 2tbspcoconutoil• 3-4dropsfoodgradecolorant
Directions
Thisisareallyfunprojecttodowiththekids.Inadoubleboiler,combinetheglycerinsoapbaseandcoconutoil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,addthealoeveraandcolorant,andremovefromheat.Allowmixturetocooltothepointwhereit isstillsoft,butcoolenoughtodipyourhandin.Letyourkidsdiptheirhandsinthesoap(2-3dipstocreateathickshell),andthenlet themixture set to the point where you can peel it off their handswithoutbreakingtheshells(itisagoodideatospraytheirhandswithcookingsprayorbabypowderbeforestartingthisprocess).Oncethehandshellshavehardened,re-melttherestofthesoapmixture,andpouritintothehands.Youwillneedtofindawaytopropthehandsuptokeepthesoapfromspillinguntilitsets.
February6
MiniSoapinaSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinsoapbase• 2tbspliquidaloevera• 2tbspcoconutoil• 2tspricebranoil• Foodgradecolorant• Miniandregularsoapmolds
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combine theglycerinsoapbase,coconutoil, and rice bran oil. When ingredients have melted and blended together,remove from heat and add the aloe vera. Separate mixture into two doubleboilers,with¾ofthemixtureinoneand¼intheother.Inthepotwiththe¼mixture, add the colorant, and pour into themini soapmolds. Fill the regularsoap molds⅓ of the way with the clear soap mixture. Allow both to set.Removeminisoapsfrommoldsandplaceintheregularmolds.Re-melttheclearsoapmixture,andfillthemoldstothetop.Allowtoset.
February7
FreshScentLaundryDetergentBalls
Materials
• 2Cbakingsoda• 1Cborax• 2Csoapflakesfromclearglycerinsoap• 4-5dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Combinealloftheingredientsuntiltheyarewellmixed,andpressintoballsthatareabout½inchacross.Useoneballperlaundryload.Thesewilllastforabouttwomonthsiftheyarestoredinacoveredcontainer.
February8
CoconutHotProcessedSoap
Materials
• 2½Ccoconutoil• 1¼Coliveoil• 1Cpuredistilledwater• ½Cplus2tbsplye• 3-4dropscoconut
essentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthise-book.
February9
MarbledSoap–HotProcess
Materials
• 1ounceavocadobutter• 2ouncesavocadooil• 6ouncescoconutoil• 7ouncesoliveoil• 6ouncespalmoil• 1ouncesheabutter• 3-4ounceslye
• 7ouncessodiumlactate• 1Cpuredistilledwater• Redclay• Yellowclay• 8-10dropschamomileessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthise-book.Separatemixtureinto3bowls,addingclaysto2ofthebowls,andcombine tocreate themarbledeffect inasiliconebreadpan.Allowmixture toset,andthencutintobars.
February10
RaspberryBarSoap
Materials
• 1poundwhiteglycerinsoapbase• 3tbspliquidaloevera• 3tbspcoconutoil• 1tspricebranoil• 5-6dropsraspberryessentialoil• 2-3dropsredfoodgradecolorant(ormore,dependingonhowdarkyouwantthecolortobe)
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combineglycerinsoapbase,coconutoil,andricebranoil.When ingredientshavemeltedandblended together,add thealoe vera and remove fromheat.Add the raspberry essential oil and colorant,stirringgentlytomix.Pourintosoapmoldsandallowmixturetoset.
February11
AloeandVitaminESkinSofteningSoap
Materials
• 1poundwhiteglycerinsoapbase• 3tbspaloeveragel• 3vitaminEcapsules• 2tspricebranoil• 3-4dropschamomileessentialoil•2dropslavenderessentialoil• 2dropsroseessentialoil
Directions
In a double boiler overmedium heat, combine the glycerin and rice bran oil.Whenglycerinhasmelted,addthealoeveragel,andtheliquidfromthevitaminEcapsules.Removefromheat,andaddtheessentialoils.Pourintosoapmoldsandallowtoset.
February12
RomanticRoseSoap
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilksoapbase• 1tspavocadooil• 2tbspcoconutoil• 2-3dropsredfoodgradecolorant(tomakethesoapalightpink)• 6-8dropsroseessentialoil
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, combine the glycerin, coconut oil, andavocadooil.When ingredientshavemeltedandblended together, add thealoeveragel,andtheliquidfromthevitaminEcapsules.Removefromheat,andaddtheessentialoils.Pourintorose-shapedsoapmoldsandallowtoset.
February13
SweetLavenderLiquidHandSoap
Materials
• 1CCastileliquidsoap• 1tbspliquidaloevera• 3dropsredfoodgradecolorant• 2dropsbluefoodgradecolorant• 8-10dropslavenderessentialoil• Driedlavenderflowers
Directions
In a glass bowl, combine all of the ingredients. The two colorants will blendtogether to create purple. Place someof the dried lavender flowers in a pumpbottle,andpourthesoapmixtureontop.
February14
SoapFlowers
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinsoapbase• 4-5dropsredfoodgradecolorant• 6-8dropsroseessentialoil
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,melttheglycerinsoapbase.Removefromheat,andaddthecolorantandroseessentialoil.Pourmixtureintoflowershapedsoaporcandymolds.
February15
MiniLavenderGuestSoaps
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilksoapbase• 3tbspcoconutoil• 1tspricebranoil• 2vitaminEcapsules• 5-6dropslavenderessentialoil• Driedlavenderflowers
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, combine the goat’s milk soap base,coconut oil, and rice bran oil. When ingredients have melted and blendedtogether,addtheliquidfromthevitaminEcapsules.Removefromheat,andaddthelavenderessentialoil.Placeafewdriedlavenderflowersineachsoapmold,andpourthesoapmixtureontop.Allowtoset.
February16
Kids’StarSoaps
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinsoapbase• 2tbspcoconutoil• 1tbspliquidaloevera• 3-4dropsbubblegumfragranceoil• 3-4
dropsyellowfoodgradecolorant• 2-3tspfoodgradegoldglitter
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, combine the glycerin soap base andcoconut oil.When ingredients havemelted andblended together, add the aloevera.Removefromheat,andstirinthebubblegumfragranceoil,colorant,andfoodgradeglitter.Pourintostarshapedmoldsandallowtoset.
February17
CinnamonHeartsSoap
Materials
• 1poundsheabuttersoapbase• 3tbspcoconutoil• 2tspavocadooil• 6-8dropsredfoodgradecolorant(youwantthecolortobedarkpinkorred)• 4-5dropscinnamonessentialoil
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinethesheabuttersoapbase,coconutoil, and avocado oil. When ingredients have melted and blended together,remove from heat and add the cinnamon essential oil and colorant. Pour intoheartshapedsoapmoldsandallowtoset.
February18
MilkandHoneySoap–HotProcess
Materials
• 2Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Ccoconutoil• 1.5ouncessweetalmondoil• 1Cplustwoouncespuredistilledwater
• 4ounceslye• ½ouncerosehipoil• 1tbspfinelygroundoatmeal• 1tbspraw
honey• 3-4dropschamomileessentialoil• 2dropslavenderessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthise-book.
February19
UnscentedLaundryDetergent
Materials
• 2Cshavingsfromlaundrysoapbars• 4Cboilingwater• 2Cborax• 2Cwashingsoda• 2gallonswarmwater
Directions
Meltthebarsoapshavingsintheboilingwater.Addtheboraxandwashingsodaslowly,stirringtomix.Addthewarmwater,andmix.Storeinacleanlaundrydetergentbottle.Touse,add¼ofthemixturetoeachloadoflaundry.
February20
LemonLaundryLiquidDetergent
Materials
• 2CCastileliquidsoap• 3tbspliquidaloevera• 8-10dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Inaglassbowl,combinealloftheingredients,stirringgentlysoyoudon’tcreateanybubbles.Pourmixtureintoacleandishliquidbottle.Usethesamewayyouusecommercialdishliquid.
February21
PinkGrapefruitHandSoap
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilksoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil• 1tsprosehipoil• 3-4dropsredfoodgradecolorant(makethesoapa
lightpinkshade)• 6-8dropspinkgrapefruitessentialoil
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, combine the goat’s milk soap base,coconutoil,androsehipoil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,remove fromheat andaddcolorant andpinkgrapefruit essentialoil.Pour intosoapmoldsandallowtoset.
February22
HerbalSoap
Materials
• 1poundsheabuttersoapbase• Yellow,orange,andgreenfoodgradecolorants• Driedflowerpetals• Driedherbs(sage,lavender,chamomile,etc.)
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,meltthesheabuttersoapbase.Divideintodifferent pots, and add the colorants, flower petals, and dried herbs. This is asuspensionsoapbase,soyouradditivesaren’tgoingtosinktothebottom.Pourmixtureintopreparedsoapmoldsandallowtoset.
February23
CucumberSoap–ColdProcess
Materials
• 2-3ouncescucumber• 1Ccold,puredistilledwater• 4ounceslye• 1½Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Ccoconutoil• ½Cricebranoil• 1ouncerosehipoil• 1ounceavocadooil• 2
ouncessheabutter• ½tbsp.greenclay(mixedwith1tbspwater)
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
February24
ShampooBars–HotProcess
Materials
• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Ccoconutoil• ½Csunfloweroil• ½Ccastoroil• 2ouncesjojobaoil• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 4ounceslye
• 3-4dropsorangeessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthise-book.
February25
MilkSoap
Materials
• 10ouncesofmilk,frozen(worksbestwhenfrozeninicecubetrays)•½Clye• 3Cextravirginoliveoil• 1ouncecastoroil
Directions
Place the frozen milk in a heat-proof plastic container. Wearing protectiveglovesandgoggles,pourthelyeintothemilk,atinybitatatime.Thelyewillheat the milk and cause it to melt. Stir slowly, making sure that the lye iscompletely dissolved. Set aside. In a double boiler, combine the coconut oil,olive oil, and castor oil.Heat until the coconut oil ismelted, and themixturereaches90-100degreesF(useacandythermometertomonitorthetemperature).Slowly pour the lye mixture into the oils, and blend with a stick blender,alternatingwithhandmixingsoyoudon’tendupwithbubbles.Whenthesoapreachesthetracestage,pouritintoapreparedbreadpan(linedwithparchmentpaper).Whenthesoapsets,sliceitintobars.
February26
ChocolateMintMilkSoap
Materials
• 10ouncesfrozenmilk• ½Clye• 3Cextravirginoliveoil• 1ouncecastoroil• 2tbsppeppermint
essentialoil• 2tspcocoa
Directions
FollowtheinstructionsintheMilkSoaprecipe,addingthepeppermintessentialoilandcocoa.Stirwell tomakesurethat thecocoaiscompletelyblendedintothesoapmixture.
February27
CarrotSoap–ColdProcess
Materials
• ½Cbabycarrotpuree• ½Cwaterfromcookingthecarrots• ½Clye
• 2ouncescastoroil• 1Ccoconutoil• 2½Cextravirginoliveoil• 3-4dropscarrotessentialoil
Directions
Mixcarrotpureeandwaterfromcookingcarrots.Then,followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
February28
SoapBox
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinsoapbase• 2tbspcoconutoil• 2tbspliquidaloevera• Foodgradecolorant• 3-4dropscoconutessentialoil•Boxcandymold• Minisoapsmold
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, combine the glycerin soap base andcoconut oil.When ingredients havemelted andblended together, add the aloeveraandremovefromheat.Adda fewdropsofcolorantuntilmixture reachesdesired shade, and add the coconut essential oil. Pour intomolds.When theyhaveset,removeandplaceminisoapsinsidethesoapbox.
February29
ChamomileGoat’sMilkSoap
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilksoapbase• 2tbspcoconutoil• 1tspricebranoil• 1tsprosehipoil• 5-6dropschamomileessentialoil• Driedchamomileflowers
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinetheglycerinsoapbase,ricebranoil, rosehip oil, and coconut oil. When ingredients have melted and blendedtogether,addthealoeveraandremovefromheat.Addthechamomileessentialoilanddriedchamomileflowers,pourintomolds,andallowtoset.
MakeYourownSoap–ColdProcess
Oneofthemostcommonwaystomakeyourownsoapistousethecoldprocessmethod.Whilethismethodmayseemoverwhelmingatfirst,itisactuallyquiteeasy,andyouwillbethrilledwiththeresults.Thefirstthingyouneedtodoistoprepare the areayouaregoing towork in.Make sure thatyouhaveall of theingredients laid out, as well as molds and other supplies. Once you haveeverythingallsetup,usethefollowingstepstomakeavarietyofsoaps.
• MixYourIngredients-Thefirststepistomeasuretheoilsintherecipe,placethemintheirappropriatebowls,andsetthemaside.
• SafetyGear–Next,makesurethatyouarewearingproperprotectivegear.Thisincludesgloves(latexorrubber),andsafetygoggles.Itisalsoagoodideatowearanaprontoprotectyourclothing,andbecausetherecanbeharshfumes,youshouldalsowearafacemask.Weighoutthelye,andsetaside.
• MeasuretheWater–Youwillbeusingdistilledwater.Measuretheamountneededfortherecipe.Slowlyaddthewatertothelye,beingcarefulnottobreatheinthefumes.Stirwithawhisk,letsitfortwominutes,andthenstironcemore.Themixturewillbeveryhotbecauseofthechemicalreaction,soletitcoolbeforemakingyoursoap.
• PreparetheOils–Gettheoilsthatyouwillbeusinginyoursoapready.Besuretoheatanyoilsthatneedtobeliquefiedinordertomakeyoursoap.
• CombinetheIngredients–Oncethelyeandoilmixturesareattheoptimaltemperature,youcanstartcombiningthem.Whenthemixtureshavebeencombined,mixwithastickblenderandbyhand,alternatingatintervalsof20secondsorso,makingsurenottosplashanyofthemixture.Makesurethelaststirringisdonebyhand.Stiruntilwhatisknownas“tracestage”.Thisiswhenyoucanliftabitofthesoapmixandthendrizzleitbackin,andyouwillseeatraceofitonthesurface.Nowthesoapisready,andyoucanaddfragrances,color,essentialoils,etc.
• PourSoapintoMolds–Onceyouhaveaddedfragrances,itistimeto
pourthesoapmixtureintomolds.Itisimportanttodothisquickly,asthemixturewillstarttoset.Givethemoldsacoupleoftapsagainstacountertoremoveanyairbubbles.Coverthemoldswithsomebrownpaperorcardboardfollowedbyatowel,andletsitfor48hours.
• CuretheSoap–Removethesoapfromthemolds.Theywillremoveeasierifyouplacetheminthefreezerforahalfanhourorso,andthenletthemsitforafewminutesbeforeremoval.Storethesoap,uncovered,onashelfforacoupleofdays,andthencutintobars.Allowthesoaptositontheshelfagainforuptosixweeksdependingonthesoapyouhavemade.Onceitiscured,youcanwrapitupforgiftsorstartusingitrightaway.
March
Spring is just around the corner, so it is time to start breaking out the freshscents. Thismonth,we have loads of great recipes thatwillmake your homesparkle and smell like a spring day. Of course, there will also be plenty ofpersonalcaresoaprecipes, includingrecipesforshavingsoapsandawholelotmore.YoumayevenfindafewspecialgreensoapstohavearoundyourhomeortogiveasgiftsforSt.Patrick’sDay.
March1
SquareSoapBars
Materials
• 1poundmeltandpoursoapbase(anykind)• 4-5dropschamomileessentialoil• 2dropslavenderessentialoil• 2dropsroseessentialoil
• Foodgradecolorant(optional)• Squaresoapmold(makes4bars)
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,meltthesoapbase.Removefromheat,andaddtheessentialoilsandcolorant.Pourintomoldsandallowtosetforacoupleofhoursbeforeremovingfrommolds.Wrapinwaxedpapertostore.
March2
RaspberryLiquidSoap
Materials
• 1CCastileliquidsoap• 2tbspliquidaloevera• 1vitaminECapsule• 4-5dropsraspberryessentialoil• 2-3dropsredfoodgradecolorant
Directions
Inaglassbowl,combinetheCastileliquidsoap,aloevera,andtheliquidfromthevitaminEcapsule.Stirslowlytoavoidmakingbubbles.Addtheessentialoilandcolorant,stirringslowlytoblend.Pourmixtureintoapumpbottle
March3
SoapEggs
Materials
• 1poundmeltandpoursoapbase(anykind)• 1tbspliquidaloevera• 2tbspcoconutoil• 5-6dropslemonessentialoil• 2-3dropsfoodgradecolorant• Plasticeggs(thekindthatarein2pieces)•Cookingspray
Directions
Openplasticeggs,andspraytheinsideofbothhalvesofeacheggwithcookingoil(thiswillmakeiteasiertoremovethesoaponceithasset).Drillaholeinthetopofeachplasticegg,andputtheeggsbacktogether.Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat, combine the soapbase, coconut oil, and liquid aloe vera.Wheningredients havemelted and blended together, remove from heat and add theessentialoilandcolorant.Standtheeggsinanemptyeggtraywiththeholesontop.Using a funnel, pour the soapmixture into the eggs until they are filled.Allowtoset,thentwistapartandpullofftheplastictorevealyoursoapeggs.
March4
SkinSofteningDishLiquid
Materials
• ½Cunscentedsoapflakes• 3Chotwater• ½Cglycerin• 1tbspliquidaloevera
Directions
In a glass bowl, combine all of the ingredients, stirring slowly to preventbubbles. Pour mixture into a clean dish liquid bottle and use as you wouldtraditionaldishliquid.
March5
BabySoap
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• 2tbspcoconutoil• 1tbspsheabutter• 2dropslavenderessentialoil
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat, combine the soapbase, coconutoil, andsheabutter.When ingredientshavemeltedandblended together, remove fromheatandaddtheessentialoil.Pourintopreparedsoapmoldsandallowtoset.
March6
SoapinaTin
Materials
• ½poundglycerinsoapbase• 2tbspcoconutoil• 1tbspcocoabutter• 3-4dropsspearmintessentialoil• Tinswithlids
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinesoapbase,coconutoil,andcocoabutter.When ingredients havemelted andblended together, remove fromheatandadd thespearmintessentialoil.Poursoap into tins.Whensoapsets,coverwiththelidsandtheyarereadytostore,giveasgifts,etc.
March7
MilkSoapwithHoneyandWalnuts
Materials
• ½Ccanolaoil• 1½Ccoconutoil• 1½Coliveoil• ½Csaffloweroil• ½Csunfloweroil• 1½Cmilk(freezeuntilitisslushy)• 6.5ounceslye
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
March8
EasySoapinYourMicrowave
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil• 2tbspliquidaloevera• 5-6dropssweetorangeessentialoil• 3-4
dropsorangefoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a glass bowl, combine soap base, coconut oil, and aloe vera. Heat in themicrowave in 30-second increments, stirring each time until ingredients arecompletely melted and blended together. Slowly stir in the essential oil andcolorant,andpourintopreparedsoapmolds.
March9
Kids’ConfettiSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinsoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil• 1vitaminEcapsule• 3-4dropsraspberryessentialoil• Tissue
paper,variouscolors• Kids’soapmolds(funcharacters,animals,teddybears,etc.)
Directions
Cut tissuepaper intoconfetti-sizedpieces.Setaside. Inaglassbowl,combinethesoapbase,coconutoil,andtheliquidfromthevitaminEcapsule.Heatinthemicrowave in 30-second increments, stirring each time. When mixture hascompletelymelted and blended together, slowly stir in the raspberry essentialoil. Fillmolds¼ of thewaywith soapmixture. Toss in a few of the confettipieces,andfilltherestoftheway.Stirwithasticktomovetheconfettipiecesaround.Setasideforacoupleofhourstoset.
March10
LavenderSoap
Materials
• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• ½Ccoconutoil• 2ouncesricebranoil• 2ouncescocoabutter• 2ouncessheabutter
• 1tbspalkanetrootpowder• 2.5ounceslye• 5.5ouncespuredistilledwater• ½ouncejojobaoil• 6-8dropslavenderessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
March11
PeppermintSoap
Materials
• 2.5ouncessunfloweroil• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Ccanolaoil• 1Ccoconutoil• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 3.5ounceslye• 5-6dropspeppermintessentialoil• 3-4dropsgreenfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
March12
ChocolateSoap
Materials
• 2.5ouncessunfloweroil• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Ccanolaoil• 1Ccoconutoil• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 3.5ounceslye• 2tbspcocoapowder
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
March13
ChocolateMintSwirlSoap
Materials
PeppermintSoap• 2.5ouncessunfloweroil• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Ccanolaoil
• 1Ccoconutoil• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 3.5ounceslye• 5-6dropspeppermintessentialoil• 3-4dropsgreenfoodgradecolorantorsoapdyeChocolateSoap
• 2.5ouncessunfloweroil• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Ccanolaoil• 1Ccoconutoil• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 3.5ounceslye• 2tbspcocoapowderDirections
Make2separatebatchesusingtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–Cold Process” section of this e-book. Fill prepared molds half way with thepeppermintsoap,andthenfilltherestofthewaywiththechocolatesoap.Swirlthemixturewithatoothpickandallowtoset.
March14
CarpetCleaner
Materials
• ½CAll-purposehouseholdcleaner(withoutbleach)• ½Cfabricsoftener• 1Cammonia• 1gallonwarmwater
Directions
Combineingredientsinabucket,andusewithacarpetcleaningmachineorwithaspongetospotclean.
March15
LavenderOatmealSoap
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• ½Cfinelygroundoatmeal• 5-6dropslavenderessentialoil• 2-3dropspurplefoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, melt the soap base. Slowly stir in theoatmeal, and remove from heat. Add the lavender essential oil and colorant,stirringslowlytoblend.Pourintopreparedsoapmoldsandallowtoset.
March16
AloeFaceScrub
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• 3tbspliquidaloevera• ½Ccoarseseasalt• 3-4dropspeppermintessentialoil
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,meltthesoapbase.Addthealoevera,andremovefromheat.Slowlystirintheseasaltandessentialoil.Pourintopreparedmoldsandallowtoset.
March17
PopsicleSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinsoapbase• 1tbspliquidaloevera• ¼Ccoconutoil• 3-4dropssweetorangeessentialoil• Foodgradecolorantorsoapdye• Popsiclemolds• Popsiclesticks• Cookingspray
Directions
Spray the insideof thePopsiclemoldswithcookingspray tomake iteasier toremovesoapwhenithasset.Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinethesoapbase,aloevera,andcoconutoil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddthesweetorangeessentialoilandcolorant.PourintopreparedPopsiclemolds.Whenmixtureisabouthalfset,pushinthePopsiclesticks.Allowtosetcompletely,andremovesoapfrommolds.YoucanalsomakemultiplebatchesofsoapinvariouscolorsforstripedPopsiclesoaps.Experimentwithcolorsandscents.
March18
MoisturizingShampoo
Materials
• 1CliquidCastilesoap• ¼Cextravirginoliveoil• ⅛Crawhoney• 2tbspliquidaloevera• 2-3dropschamomileessentialoil
Directions
Inaglassbowl,combinealloftheingredients,stirringgentlytoavoidcreatingbubbles. Pour into a clean shampoo bottle, and use as youwould commercialshampoo.
March19
VeganShampoo
Materials
• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 1CliquidCastilesoap• 2tbspricebranoil• ⅛Cliquidaloevera• 4-5dropslavenderessentialoil
Directions
Inaglassbowl,combinealloftheingredients,stirringgentlytoavoidcreatingbubbles. Pour into a clean shampoo bottle, and use as youwould commercialshampoo.
March20
DippedCandleSoap
Materials
• 1poundmeltandpoursoapbase,anykind• ½Ccoconutoil• 1tbspricebranoil• 5-6dropsessentialoilofchoice• 3-4dropsfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye• String,cutinto6”lengths• Coathanger
• Clothespins
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat, combine the soapbase, coconutoil, andrice bran oil. When ingredients have melted together and blended, turn heatdowntominimum(justenoughtokeepmixturemeltedwhileyouareworkingwithit).Addtheessentialoilandcolorant,stirringslowlytoblend.Dipalengthof string into themixture, and hang from the coat hanger with a clothes pin.Repeatwiththerestofthestrings.Whenthefirstlayerofsoaphasset,dipthestringsagain.Continuedippinguntilyoursoaplookslikecandles.
March21
CoconutMilkShampoo
Materials
• ½Ccoconutmilk• ⅔Cbabyshampoo• 3vitaminEcapsules• 15dropslavenderessentialoil
Directions
CombinealloftheingredientsinaMasonjar.Shakewellanduse.
March22
DryShampoo
Materials
• ¼Ccornstarch• ¼Criceflour• ¼Carrowrootpowder• 10-12dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Combine all ingredients in aMason jar. Shakewell to blend, and shakewellbeforeeachuse.
March23
BarShampoo
Materials
• 1CExtravirginoliveoil• 1Ccoconutoil• ½Ccastoroil• ½Cjojobaoil• 2ouncessheabutter• 2ouncescocoabutter• 1ouncegrated
beeswax• ½Cpuredistilledwater• ¾Ccoconutmilk• ½Clye• Essentialoilsofchoice
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthise-book.
March24
HerbalShampoo
Materials
• 3Cpuredistilledwater• ½CliquidCastilesoap• 2tbspdriedherbs(lavender,chamomile,lemonbalm,etc.)• ¼tspextravirginoliveoil
Directions
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the water and dried herbs. Allowmixturetosteepforaboutfourhours.Inaglassbottle,combine1CoftheherbinfusionwaterwiththeCastilesoapandoliveoil.Shakewellbeforeusing.
March25
IndustrialHandCleaner
Materials
• 3.5ouncescreamsoapbase(availablewhereyoubuysoapmakingsupplies)• 1tspD-Limonene• 1tspfinepumice• ½tspredclay
• 5-6dropslemonessentialoil• Puredistilledwater
Directions
Inaglassbowl,combinealloftheingredientsexceptthedistilledwater,stirringgentlytoblend.Usethewatertothinoutthemixtureifitistoothick,usingjustabitofwateratatimeuntilmixturereachesthedesiredconsistency.Storeinacoveredglassjar.
March26
ExfoliatingCreamSoap
Materials
• 3.5ouncescreamsoapbase(availablewhereyoubuysoapmakingsupplies)• 1tspD-Limonene• 1tspfinepumice• 2tsporangepeelgranules• 4-5dropsorangeessentialoil• Puredistilledwater
Directions
Inaglassbowl,combinealloftheingredientsexceptthedistilledwater,stirringgentlytoblend.Usethewatertothinoutthemixtureifitistoothick,usingjustabitofwateratatimeuntilmixturereachesthedesiredconsistency.Storeinacoveredglassjar.
March27
ShavingSoap
Materials
• 1¾ouncescreamsoapbase• ¼tspPanthenolpro-vitaminB5• ¼tspDimethicone• ⅛tspgrapeseedoil• 4-5dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Inaglassbowl,combinealloftheingredientsexceptthedistilledwater,stirringgentlytoblend.Usethewatertothinoutthemixtureifitistoothick,usingjustabitofwateratatimeuntilmixturereachesthedesiredconsistency.Storeinacoveredglassjar.
March28
CreamPumpSoap
Materials
• 1¾ouncescreamsoapbase• 1¾ouncespuredistilledwater• 1tspliquidaloevera• ¼tspgrapeseedoil
• 4-5dropssweetorangeessentialoil
Directions
Inaglassbowl,combinealloftheingredientsexceptthedistilledwater,stirringgentlytoblend.Usethewatertothinoutthemixtureifitistoothick,usingjustabitofwateratatimeuntilmixturereachesthedesiredconsistency.Storeinacoveredglassjar.
March29
CitrusSprayCleaner
Materials
• 6tbspD-limonene• 6tbspPolysorbate20• 3Cplus4tbspwarmwater• 6tbspwhitevinegar• 6tbspliquid
Castilesoap• 4tspBoraxpowder• ½tspgrapefruitseedextract• 15-20dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Inaglassbowl,combinealloftheingredients.Stirgentlytomix.Pourmixtureintoaspraybottle,anduseasyouwouldcommercialspraycleaner.
March30
HouseholdCleaningPaste
Materials
• 5.5ouncesbakingsoda• ⅓ounceBoraxpowder• ⅓ouncewashingsoda• 1ounceliquidCastilesoap• ½ounceEnzymaticconcentrate• 10
dropslemonessentialoil• 10dropsorangeessentialoil
Directions
In a glass bowl, combinebaking soda,Boraxpowder, andwashing soda. In aseparate bowl, combine theCastile soap,Enzymatic concentrate, and essentialoils.Combinebothmixtures,andmixuntilitformsapaste.Storeinacoveredglassjar.
March31
FruitandVeggieSprayWash
Materials
• 27ounceswarm,puredistilledwater• 2tbspcitricacid• 6¾ouncesAmphosolsurfactant• ⅛tsppotassiumsorbate• pHteststrips
Directions
Inaglassbowl,combinethewaterandAmphosolsurfactant.Inaseparatebowl,combinecitricacidwith1Cofwater.Addthismixturebythedroptothefirstmixture, testingwith the pH strips until the pH level is 3.5-4.Add potassiumsorbate,andstiruntildissolved.Pour intoaspraybottleanduse tocleanfreshfruitandvegetables.
MakeYourownSoap–HotProcess
Whenyoumakesoapusingthehotprocess,youarebasicallybringingthesoaptothetracestage,andthenheatingitforuptotwoyoursuntilithascompletelysaponified.Then,youcanthinitoutabitifitistoothickusingalcohol,andpourit intomolds.This is agoodprocess touse ifyouwant toadd fragrancesanddyes.Itwillnotcauseanychemicalreactionsthatchangescentsandcolors,anditwill not affect the color of herbs and process. This can often be a problemwhenyou areusing the coldprocess.The following are the stepsyouneed totakeinordertomakesoapusingthehotprocessmethod.
• SetUpaPot–Youwillneedtohavealargedoubleboilerformakingsoapwiththehotprocessmethod.Bringthewatertoaboilovermediumheat.
• MaketheSoap–Makeyoursoapasyouwouldwiththefirstfivestepsofthecoldprocess,andbringthesoaptothetracestage.Onceithasreachedthisstage,pourthemixtureintothedoubleboiler.
• CooktheSoap-Covertolockintheheatandmoisture,andletthemixture“cook”ataslowboilforabouttwohours.Youmayneedtoaddwatereverysooftentokeepthepotfromboilingdry.Oncethesoapbeginstotakeonatranslucentappearance,itisbeginningtoneutralize.Atthetwohourpoint,itshouldbeneutral,andyoucannowaddfragrances,essentialoils,etc.Ifthemixtureistoothick,itcanbethinneddownwithabitofalcohol.Vodkawilldothetrickaswell.
• PourintoMolds–Onceeverythingiswellmixed,itistimetopourthesoapmixtureintomolds.Oncefilled,tapthemoldsagainstthecounteracoupleoftimestogetridofanyairbubbles.
Hint
This mixture cools quickly. If it begins to harden before you have all of themoldsfilled,youcaneasilyre-meltitinthedoubleboiler.
April
Spring is here, andyour home should smell as fresh inside as it does outside.This month, we have loads of great recipes for fresh-smelling householdcleaners, as well as other recipes for hand soap, liquid soap, shampoos, andmore. So, gather up all of thematerials youwill need, and have a funmonthmakingfresh-scentedsoapsandcleaningproductsforyourhomeandfamily.
April1
Multi-SurfaceSprayCleaner
Materials
• 2Cpuredistilledwater• 2.5ouncesAmphosol• ½ouncewhitevinegar• 3gramsTinosan
• ⅓ouncePolysorbate20• 3gramsD-Limonene• 5-6dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
In a glass bowl, combine water, Amphosol, white vinegar, and Tinosan. In aseparate bowl, combine Polysorbate, D-limonene, and essential oil. Combinebothmixturesandstirwelltocombine.Pourintoaspraybottle.
April2
IceCubeBagSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil• 1tbspliquidaloevera• 4-5dropssweetorangeessentialoil• Icecubebags
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat, combine the soapbase, coconutoil, andaloe vera.When ingredients have melted and blended together, remove fromheat and add the essential oil. Allowmixture to cool for a fewminutes, thencarefullypour into icecubebags.Tie theendasyouwouldwhenmaking ice,andplaceinthefreezer toset.Popan“icecube”outof thebagwheneveryouneedsoap.Thesemakegreatguestsoaps.
April3
RosemaryGoat’sMilkSoap
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• ⅓Ccoconutoil• 2tbspricebranoil• 5-6dropsrosemaryessentialoil• Dried
rosemarysprigs
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat, combine the soapbase, coconutoil, andricebranoil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheat and stir in the rosemary essential oil. Pour mixture into prepared soapmolds.Pressasprigofdriedrosemaryintothetopofeachsoapbarsothesoapslightlycoversit.Letmixturecoolforacoupleofhourstoset.
April4
PeppermintLiquidHandSoap
Materials
• 1CliquidCastilesoap• 2tbspliquidaloevera• ½Cpuredistilledwater• 6-8dropspeppermintessentialoil
Directions
In a glassbowl, combine all of the ingredients, stirring slowly tomixwithoutcreatingbubbles.Transfermixturetoapumpbottle.
April5
SimpleOilSoap
Materials
• 1Cpalmoil• 1Ccoconutoil• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• 1.5ouncescastoroil•
1Cpuredistilledwater• 3ounceslye• 5-6dropsessentialoilofchoice
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthise-book.
April6
EasySoap
Materials
• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Clard• ¾Ccoconutoil• 2.5ouncessunfloweroil• 1.5ouncecastoroil•
3.5ounceslye• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 4-5dropslavenderessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
April7
PolkaDotSoap
Materials
• 1poundwhitemeltandpoursoapbase• 2ouncesclearmeltandsoapbase• Essentialoilsofchoice• Foodgradecolorantorsoapdyeofchoice• Polkadotmold
Directions
In a double boiler overmedium heat,melt the clear soap base. Remove fromheat, add the essential oils and colorant, and pour into polka dot molds. Inanotherdoubleboilerovermediumheat,meltthewhitesoapbase.Removefromheat, and add the essential oils. Place the polka dots into regular soapmolds,upsidedown.Pourthewhitesoapmixtureontop,andallowtoset.
April8
HeartsinCirclesSoap
Materials
• 1poundwhitemeltandpoursoapbase• ½poundclearmeltandpoursoapbase• ⅓Ccoconutoil
• 3tbspliquidaloevera• 5-6dropscinnamonessentialoil• 6-8dropsredfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye• Smallheartmolds
• Regularcirclesoapmolds
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combineclearsoapbasewith1tbspaloevera.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandadd thecinnamonessentialoil andcolorant.Pour intoheart shapedmoldsandallowtoset.Inaseparatedoubleboiler,combinethewhitesoapbase,coconutoil,andtherestofthealoevera.Whentheingredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheat.Fillcirclesoapmolds½ofthewaywithwhitesoapmixture.Allow to set.Placeheartson topof soaps, re-melt thewhitemixture,andfill themoldstherestoftheway,makingsurenottocompletelycovertheredheartssotheystandout.
April9
TraditionalRectangularSoapBars
Materials
• 1poundglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase(whiteorclear)• ¼Ccoconutoil
• 1tbspricebranoil• 2tbspliquidaloevera• 5-6dropsgrapefruitessentialoil• 3-4dropspinkfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat, combine the soapbase, coconutoil, ricebran oil, and aloe vera.When ingredients have melted and blended together,remove from heat and add the grapefruit essential oil and colorant. Pour intorectangularsoapmoldsandallowtoset.
April10
BathtubSoapFlakes
Materials
• 1poundwhiteglycerinorgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil• 5-6dropsroseessentialoil• 3-4dropspinkfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler overmediumheat, combine the soap base and coconut oil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddtheroseessentialoilandcolorant.Pourintomoldsandallowtoset.Whensoapshaveset,gratethebarsfinelywithacheesegrater.Storesoapflakesinaglassjar,anduseabout½Cperbath.
April11
AloeVeraSoap
Materials
• 2Ccoconutoil• 2Cextravirginoliveoil• 1¼Clard• 1Caloeveragel• 7ounceslye• 1¼Cpuredistilledwater
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
April12
BasicColdProcessSoapRecipe
Materials
• 3Cextravirginoliveoil• 3Ccoconutoil• 5Clard• 4Cpuredistilledwater• 3-4ouncesofessentialoils(yourchoice)
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
April13
MoisturizingSoap
Materials
• 3Cpuredistilledwater• 1Csodiumhydroxide• 2.5Cpalmoil•2Ccoconutoil• 2Csaffloweroil• 1Csunfloweroil• ½Csweetalmondoil• 3-4dropsalmondessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
April14
BasicColdProcessSoapRecipeII
Materials
• 1Ccoconutoil• 3Cextravirginoliveoil• 1¼Cpuredistilledwater• 1ouncecastoroil• 5ounceslye
• 4-5dropslavenderessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
April15
HempseedOilSoap
Materials
• 2.5ouncescastoroil• 6ouncescoconutoil• 7ouncesextravirginoliveoil• 6ouncespalmoil
• 3ounceshempseedoil• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 3.5ounceslye• 5-6dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthise-book.
April16
CoffeeSoap
Materials
• ½Csheabutter• 1Ccoconutoil• 1½Cextravirginoliveoil• ⅓Ccastoroil• ⅓Cpalmoil
• 1½Cpuredistilledwater• 4.5ounceslye
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
April17
GuitarMiniSoaps
Materials
• ½poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 1tbspliquidaloevera• 1vitaminEcapsule
• 3-4dropsorangeessentialoil• 3-4dropsredfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye• Guitarsiliconeicecubemolds
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinethesoapbase,theliquidfromthevitamin E capsule, and aloe vera.When ingredients havemelted and blendedtogether, removefromheatandadd theorangeessentialoilandcolorant.Pourintomoldsasperinstructionsforicecubes.
April18
EasyDishSoap
Materials
• 1CliquidCastilesoap• 5-6dropslemonessentialoil• 2dropsgrapefruitessentialoil• 3dropsorangeessentialoil
Directions
In a glass bowl, combine all of the ingredients, stirring gently tomixwithoutcreating bubbles. Transfermixture to an empty dish liquid bottle. Experimentwithusingdifferentessentialoilstocreateyourfavoritescent.
April19
StovetopDishSoap
Materials
• ½Csoapflakes(grateanybarofyourfavoriteunscentedsoap)• 3Chotwater• ½Cglycerin• 6-8dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Inaglassbowl, combine the soap flakesandhotwater, stirringuntil the soapflakesarecompletelymelted.Allowmixturetocoolfor5-10minutes,andaddtheglycerinandlemonessentialoil.Pourmixtureintoacleandishliquidbottle.
April20
DishwasherDetergent
Materials
• 3CBoraxpowder• 3Cbakingsodaorwashingsoda
Directions
In a glass bowl, combine the ingredients andmixwell. Transfermixture to acovered container. To use, place 3 tbsp of the mixture into the detergentdispenser.
April21
DishwasherDetergentII
Materials
• ½CBoraxpowder• ½Cbakingsodaorwashingsoda• 2tbspcoarsesalt• 2tbspcitricacid• 8-10dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Inaglassbowl,combinealloftheingredientsandmixwell.Transfermixturetoacoveredcontainer.Touse,add1tbspofmixtureintodetergentdispenser.
April22
LiquidLaundryDetergent
Materials
• 1laundrysoapbar,shavedsoyouhave1Cofshavings• 2Cboilingwater• 1CBoraxpowder• 1Cbakingsoda• 1gallonlukewarmwater• 8-10dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Inasaucepan,combineshavedlaundrysoapandwater.Bringtoaboiltomeltthe soap shavings. Slowly add the Borax powder and baking soda, stirringslowlytomix.Addthelukewarmwaterandessentialoil,mixwell,andpourintojugs.
April23
LiquidLaundryDetergentII
Materials
• 2ouncesliquidCastilesoap• 4tbspglycerin• 2Cwashingsoda•2Cbakingsoda• 4Cwarmwater• 20-30dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Combine all of the ingredients together in aplastic jug.Cover and shakewellbeforeeachuse.
April24
Re-BatchSoap
Materials
• 2Cgratedsoapbars
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,melttheoldsoapbars.Pourmixtureintopreparedsoapmoldsandallowtoset.
April25
Re-BatchHoneyandAlmondSoap
Materials
• 1½Cgratedsoapbars,unscented• ½Cfinelygroundoatmeal• 2tbsprawhoney• 2tspalmondoil
Directions
Follow the same directions for Re-Batch Soap, adding the raw honey andalmondoilduringthemeltingprocess.
April26
HoneySoap
Materials
• 1poundsolidCastilesoap• ¼poundrawhoney• 1ounceglycerin• 2tbspfinelygroundoatmeal• 4-5dropschamomileessentialoil
Directions
In a double boiler overmediumheat, combine soap, rawhoney, andglycerin.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandstirinoatmealandchamomileessentialoil.Pourintopreparedsoapmoldsandallowtoset.
April27
SandSoap
Materials
• 1poundglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase,white• ½Cfinesand• 2tspeucalyptusessentialoil
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,meltthesoapbase.Removefromheat,andstirinthesandandeucalyptusessentialoil.Pourintopreparedsoapmoldsandallowtoset.Thisisagreatcleansingsoapformechanicsandotherswhotendtogetreallydirtyhands.
April28
CoconutOilSoap
Materials
• 1Ccoconutoil• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• 3ounceslye• 1Cpuredistilledwater
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
April29
LemonDishSoap
Materials
• 1CliquidCastilesoap• ⅓Cpuredistilledwater• 1tspglycerin• 15dropslemonessentialoil• ½tspsalt
Directions
Inaglassbowl,combinethelemonessentialoilandsalt,stirringtomix.Addthedistilledwater,glycerin,andCastilesoap,andstirgentlytomixwithoutcreatingbubbles. Transfermixture to a clean dish liquid bottle, and shakewell beforeeachuse.
April30
TallowSoap
Materials
• 3ouncescoconutoil• 7.5ounceslard• 4ounceslye• 6ouncesextravirginoliveoil• 13.5ouncestallow• 11ouncespuredistilledwater
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
MakeYourownSoap–MeltandPourMethod
This is theeasiestway tomakeyourownsoap,andyoucando it inunder20minutes. All you need to do is get some blocks of melt and pour soap base.Thereareavarietyoftypesyoucanuse,andallyouhavetodoismelttheminadoubleboiler(somerecipesalsocallforthemicrowaveoracrockpot),addanyextraingredientssuchasessentialoilsandcolorants,andthenpourthesoapintomolds.Theremaybeafoamylayerontop.Thisiseasytogetridofbysprayingalittlebitofalcoholon topof thesoapassoonas it ispoured.Itonly takesacoupleofhoursforthesoaptosetandbereadytouse,oryoucanputthemoldsintothefreezertosetthesoapinahalfanhourorso.
TypesofMeltandPourSoapBases
There are several different types ofmelt and pour soap bases, and each havetheirownspecialproperties.Theyarealleasytouse,althoughsomeworkbetterwithcertainadditivesthanotherbasesdo.Hereisarundownofthemostpopularsoapbasesyoucanuseforyoursoap-makingprojects.
• ClearGlycerin–Thisisagreatbasetousewhenyouarejustgettingstarted.Itisalsoidealforsoapsthathaveembeddeditems,becauseyouwillbeabletoseethem.Beawarethatheavieradditivesdotendtosinkinthisbase,andthelighteroneswillfloattothetop.Oneadditivethatworksparticularlywellwithclearglycerinissoapglitter,soyoucanmakesomefunsoapsforkids.Becarefulwithfragranceoils,astheycancloudtheglycerin.Itisbesttouseessentialoilsratherthanfragranceoils.
• OliveOilGlycerin–Thisisalsoaclearbase,butitdoeshaveabitofcloudinessthatissomewhatgreenishincolor.Thiscancauseproblemswithcertaincolorants,becauseitwillchangethecolor.Keepthisinmindtomakesureyougetthecolorsyouwant(useacolorwheeltoknowhowcolorsblend).Thisisasuspensionbase,soadditivesdon’ttendtofloatorsink.Becausethisbasecontainsoliveoil,itprovidesalotofnourishmentforyourskin.
• WhiteGlycerin–Anothernon-suspensionbase,additivescansinkorfloat.But,thisisgreatbaseforcoloredandcrayonsoaps,asitisopaque.Thisisbestusedforsolidcoloredsoapsratherthanmarbledsoaps,becauseofthefactthatadditivesfloat.Itisidealforherbalsoapswhereyouwanttheherbstobevisibleononesideofthesoapfordecoration.
• Goat’sMilkGlycerin–Hereisanopaquesuspensionbase,soyoucanhavethesolidcolorsormarbling.Additiveswon’tsinkorfloat,andyoucangetreallycreativewiththistypeofsoapbase.Itisalsoreallygoodforyourskin,becauseofthesmoothingpropertiesinthegoat’smilk.Itisperfectforherbaladditives,andyoucanuseanycolortogetatruecolorbecauseofthewhitebase.
• SheaButterGlycerin–Thisisonemoresuspensionbase,soyouradditiveswon’tfloatorsink.Itcontainsanti-agingproperties,andhelpstokeepyourskinsoftandsmooth.Sheabutterisevenknowntohelpreducetheappearanceofscars,stretchmarks,etc.,anditcanbeusedtosoothrashesandburns.
May
Springhasreallysprungnow.Thegrassisgreen,thetreesarefullofleaves,andflowers are beginning to bloom. This also means that fresh herbs are alsoblooming,andyoucanusealotofthemtocreateyourownsoaps.Thismonth,wehaverecipesthatusefreshanddriedherbsforfacialandhandsoaps,nottomention loads of other great recipes for household cleaners, shampoo, and awholelotmore.
May1
CreamyCastileSoap
Materials
• 2Cpuredistilledwater• 6ounceslye• 2Cextravirginoliveoil• 2¼Cshortening• 4-5dropssweetorangeessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HeatProcess”sectionofthise-book.
May2
SoapBeads
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinsoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil• 1tspricebranoil• 5-6dropscherryblossomessentialoil• 4-5drops
redfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat, combine the soapbase, coconutoil, andricebranoil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheat and add cherry blossom essential oil and colorant. Pour into large beadmolds.Keepthreeorfourlargebeadsinsoapdishesinyourguestbathroom.
May3
LemonBreadSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼poundwhiteglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ½Ccoconutoil• 2tbspcocoabutter• 8-10dropslemonessentialoil• 4-5dropsyellowfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye• Loafpan
• CookingSpray
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, combine the clear glycerin soap base,coconut oil, and cocoa butter. When ingredients have melted and blendedtogether, remove from heat and add 6-8 drops of lemon essential oil andcolorant.Sprayloafpanwithcookingspray,andpoursoapmixturein.Whilethemixtureissetting,inaseparatedoubleboiler,meltthewhiteglycerinsoapbase.Removefromheat,andadd2-4dropsoflemonessentialoil.Pourontopoftheclearsoapbasetocreatethe“frosting”.Whenset,cutintoslices.
May4
BathCrayons
Materials
• ¼poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 4-5dropsessentialoilofchoice• Varietyoffoodgradecolorantorsoapdye• Lipbalmtubes
Directions
Gratethesoapbaseintoaglassbowlthatismicrowavesafe.Heattheglycerininthemicrowave in30-second incrementsuntil it is completelymelted.Separateglycerinintosmallerglassbowls,andadddifferentcolors.Pourmixturesintolipbalmtubessocoloringwiththebathcrayonsisn’tmessy.
May5
HerbalSoapCubes
Materials
• 1poundsheabuttermeltandpoursoapbase• 2tbspliquidaloevera• ½Caloeveralotionbase• 3-4dropschamomileessentialoil• 2
dropsrosemaryessentialoil• Freshchamomileandrosemarysprigs• 2-3dropsgreenfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye• Siliconcubemold
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinesoapbase,aloevera,andlotionbase.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandadd the essential oils and colorant. Pour into cubemolds, and press sprigs offreshchamomileandrosemaryon topofeachcube,makingsure that thesoapcoversthemalittlebit.
May6
OilySkinCleansingBars
Materials
• 1poundwhiteglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 2tspoliveleafpowder• 4tspgreenclaypowder• 3dropsteatreeessentialoil• 2dropsrosemaryessentialoil
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,melttheglycerinsoapbase.Removefromheat,andaddtheoliveleafpowderandclaypowder.Stirwithawhisktomakesurethattherearenolumps.Addtheessentialoils,andpourintomolds.
May7
DrySkinCleansingBars
Materials
• 1poundsheameltandpoursoapbase• ½ouncesheabutter• ½ouncejojobaoil• 4-5dropschamomileessentialoil
Directions
In a double boiler overmediumheat, combine the soapbase, sheabutter, andjojoba oil.When ingredients havemelted and blended together, remove fromheatandaddthechamomileessentialoil.Pourintopreparedmolds.
May8
GradientGlitterSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 2tbspfoodgradesilverglitter• Purplefoodgradecolorantorsoapdye• Loafmold
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,meltthesoapbase.Removefromheatandaddtheglitter.Pourevenamountsintofivetosixglassbowls.Add2dropsofcoloranttoonebowl,4dropstothenext,6dropstothenext,andsoon,soyouhavevaryingshadesofpurple.Pourthelightestcolorintothemold,andallowtoset.Re-heatthenextcolor,andpourontopofthefirst.Repeatthisprocessuntilall of the shades of purple are used. Cut into slices so you can see the colorgradient.
May9
GoldenGlitterGlycerinBars
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 3tbspliquidaloevera• 2vitaminEcapsules
• 2tbspfoodgradegoldglitter• 5-6dropsfrankincenseessentialoil
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinethesoapbase,theliquidfromthevitaminEcapsules, andaloevera.When ingredientshavemelted andblendedtogether, remove from heat and add the glitter, colorant, and frankincenseessentialoil.Pourintopreparedsoapmoldsandallowtoset.
May10
ChamomileFlowerSoap
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• ⅓Ccoconutoil• 2tbspcocoabutter• 1tbspliquidaloevera• 4-5dropschamomile
essentialoil• Driedorfreshchamomileflowers
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinesoapbase,coconutoil,coconutoil,andaloevera.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddthechamomileessentialoil.Pourintosoapmolds.Carefullyplace5-6flowersontopofeachsoap,andgentlystirintosoap.Allowtoset.
May11
SeaGlassSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• Greenfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye• Essentialoilsofchoice
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,meltthesoapbase.Removefromheat,andaddessentialoilsandgreencolorant(enoughtomakethesoapthecolorofgreenseaglass).Pourintomolds,fillingabout¼oftheway.Whensoapisset,breakintosmallchunkstolooklikepiecesofbrokenglass.
May12
SoftBabySoap
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil• 3-4dropslavenderessentialoil• Siliconeheartmolds
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinesoapbaseandcoconutoil.Wheningredients havemelted and blended together, remove from heat and add thelavenderessentialoil.Pourintomoldsandallowtoset.
May13
Men’sSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ⅓Ccoconutoil• 2tbspliquidaloevera• 5-6dropsspearmintessentialoil
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinesoapbase,aloevera,andcoconutoil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddthespearmintessentialoil.Pourintomoldsandallowtoset.
May14
TravelSoap
Materials
• ½poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 3tbspliquidaloevera• 1tspricebranoil• 5-6dropsorangeessentialoil
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinesoapbase,ricebranoil,andaloevera.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddtheorangeessentialoil.Pourintominisoapmoldsandallowtoset.
May15
LemonTartSoaps
Materials
• 1poundwhitemeltandpoursoapbase• 2vitaminEcapsules• 6-8dropslemonessentialoil• 4-5dropsyellowfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye• Siliconetartmolds
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat, combine two thirdsof the soapbase theliquidfromthevitaminEcapsules.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddthelemonessentialoil.Pourintomoldsandallowtoset.Inanotherdoubleboiler,melttherestofthewhitesoapbase.Whipwithawhisktomakeit“fluffy”,andpourontopoflemonsoaptartstobethemeringue.
May16
BasicColdProcessSoap
Materials
• 1Ccoconutoil• 2Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Cpalmoil• 2ouncessheabutter• 1½Cpuredistilledwater• 5ounceslye• 8-10dropsofessentialoilsofchoice
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
May17
GreenTeaSoap
Materials
• 1Ccoconutoil• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Cpalmoil• 1Csunfloweroil• 3Cpuredistilledwater• 2greenteabags• 2-3
dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Steep the green tea bags in the water for about an hour. Remove from heat,remove the teabags,anduse1½Cof the tea inyoursoaprecipe.Followtheinstructions in the “MakeYourOwn Soap – Cold Process” section of this e-book.
May18
SoapChocolates
Materials
• ½poundwhiteglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil•1tbspcocoabutter• 1tbspcocoapowder• 2-3dropschocolatefragranceoil
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinethesoapbase,coconutoil,cocoabutter,andcocoa.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddthechocolatefragranceoil.Pourintosiliconecandymolds.
May19
GlitterSoapBalls
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 2tbspliquidaloevera• 1tspricebranoil
• ¼Cfoodgradepinkglitter• 4-5dropsstrawberryessentialoil• 3-4dropsredfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinethesoapbase,aloevera,andricebranoil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandstirintheglitter,strawberryessentialoil,andcolorant.Pourintoballmoldsandallowtoset.
May20
CucumberSoap
Materials
• 1½Ctallow• 1Ccucumberpulp(peelcucumberandrunthroughablenderorfoodprocessortocreateapuree)• ½Csunfloweroil• ¾Cpuredistilledwater• ¼Clyeflakes• Liquidfrom2vitaminECapsules• 2-3dropscucumberessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthise-book.
May21
CucumberSoapII
Materials
• 2Csunfloweroil• 3½Ccoconutoil• 3Cextravirginoliveoil•2½Cpalmoil• ½Csheabutter• 2Ccucumberjuice• 2½Cpuredistilledwater• 2Clye
• 3-4dropscucumberessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
May22
CucumberGlycerinSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil• 2tbspliquidaloevera• 5-6dropscucumberessentialoil• 2-3dropsgreenfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat, combine the soapbase, coconutoil, andaloe vera.When ingredients have melted and blended together, remove fromheatandaddthecucumberessentialoilandcolorant.Pourintomoldsandallowtoset.
May23
FreshStrawberrySoap
Materials
• ½poundclearglycerinsoapbase• 3tbspliquidaloevera• 2vitaminEcapsules
• 5-6dropsstrawberryessentialoil• 4-5dropsredfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, combine the soap base, aloe vera, andliquidfromthevitaminEcapsules.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether, remove from heat and add the strawberry essential oil and colorant.Pourintosiliconestrawberrymoldsandallowtoset.
May24
CastileSoap
Materials
• 2½Cextravirginoliveoil• ¼Ccoconutoil• ¼Cpalmoil• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 3ounceslye• 1ouncefragranceoilofchoice
Directions
Followthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
May25
CoconutOilSoap
Materials
• 2¼Cextravirginoliveoil• 1½Ccoconutoil• 1Cpalmoil• 1ouncesheabutter• 6ounceslye• 1¾Cpuredistilledwater
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthise-book.
May26
BasicNaturalSoap
Materials
• ¾Cpuredistilledwater• 2.5ounceslye• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• ¾Ccoconutoil• 1tbspcastoroil• Essentialoilsorfragranceoilsofchoice
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
May27
TransparencyDesignSoaps
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 3tbspliquidaloevera• Transparencydesignsheets• Essentialoilsofchoice
Directions
Cut out transparency designs to fit into soapmolds and set aside. In a doubleboilerovermediumheat,combinethesoapbaseandaloevera.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddtheessentialoils.Poursomeofthemixtureintosoapmolds,placeatransparencydesignoneachsoap,andfilltherestofthewaywiththerestofthesoapmixture.Allowtoset.
May28
LaundryLiquid
Materials
• 1barofwhiteunscentedsoap• 1Cwashingsoda• ½Cborax• 3gallonsplus4Cwarmwater• 8-10dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Boil4Cofwater.Gratethebarofwhitesoapandaddtoboilingwater,stirringtodissolvesoapflakes.Inabucket,combinetherestofthewater,thewaterandsoapmixture, andwashing soda.Allowmixture to sit for 5minutes to ensurethatthewashingsodacompletelydissolves.Addtheborax,andstirtodissolve.Addthelemonessentialoil,andpourintocoveredcontainers.
May29
EasyOatmealandHoneySoap
Materials
• 1½Cwhiteunscentedsoap,grated• ½Cfinelygroundoatmeal• 2tbsprawhoney• 2tspalmondoil
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat, combine the soap flakes,honey, almondoil, andoatmeal.When ingredients havemelted andblended together, removefromheatandpourintomolds.Allowtoset.
May30
EasyHoneySoap
Materials
• 1poundCastilesoap,grated• ¼poundrawhoney• 1ounceglycerin• 2tbspfinelygroundoatmeal• 3-4dropslavenderessentialoil
Directions
In a doubleboiler overmediumheat, combine thegratedCastile soap, honey,glycerin, and oatmeal. When ingredients have melted and blended together,removefromheatandaddthelavenderessentialoil.Pourintomoldsandallowtoset.
May31
EasyLavenderSoap
Materials
• 4barswhite,unscentedsoap,grated• ½Cdriedlavenderflowers,crushed• 2-3dropslavenderessentialoil
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,melt thegratedsoap.Whenthesoaphasmelted, remove from heat and stir in crushed lavender flowers and lavenderessentialoils.Pourintomoldsandallowtoset.
MakeYourownSoap–LiquidSoap
Thereareallkindsofwaystomakeliquidsoap,andmostaresuper-easy.Thesesoaps are convenient to have in the kitchen, and they are also ideal in thebathroom for those who prefer liquid to bar soap. They can even be used asshampoosinapinch.YouwillfindallkindsofgreatliquidsoaprecipesontheInternet,aswellasinloadsofbooksthatyoucanfindinyourlocallibrary.Wehave included several liquid soap recipes in this e-book for you to enjoy, andtheyarealleasytomake.
WhatdoYouNeed?
Youonlyneedafewingredientstomakeliquidsoaps,andunlikebarsoaps,youcanget those ingredientsat localstoreswithouthaving toorderanything fromsoap-makingsuppliers.Formostoftherecipesthatareinthise-book,youwillneed to use vegetable glycerin and Castile liquid soap, both of which areavailableatgrocerystoresandpharmacies.Other ingredients,suchasessentialoils,canbefoundatmosthealthfoodstores.
NoCookingInvolved
Unlikebarsoaps,thereisnoneedtouseadoubleboileroracrockpottomakeyour liquid soaps.Youcaneasilymakeany liquid soap in just a fewminutes,anditisreadytouseassoonasyoumakeit.Itdoesn’tgetmucheasierthanthat.Allyouneed for tools are aglassbowl, awooden spoon, abottle to store thesoapin,andtheingredientsforwhicheverrecipeyouareusing.
June
Juneisthemonthforweddings.Ifyouareplanningawedding,andwonderingwhat to give out for favors to your guests, consider giving home-made soapproducts.Thismonth,youwillfindsomegreatrecipesforminisoapsthatmakeperfectwedding favors, aswell as bottled soap products that you can use forshowergifts,weddinggifts,andmore.Youwillalsofindothergreatrecipesforglycerinsoaps,coldprocesssoaps,hotprocesssoaps,andotherfunrecipesthatyouwillbedyingtotry.
June1
EasyHotProcessSoap
Materials
• 1Ccoconutoil• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• ¾Cshortening• 3ounceslye• 1Cpuredistilledwater
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthise-book.
June2
OatmealHotProcessSoap
Materials
• 1Ccoconutoil• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Cvegetableshortening• 4ounceslye
• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 2tbspfinelygroundoatmeal• 3-4dropsroseessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthise-book.
June3
SingleSoapBar
Materials
• ½Cpuredistilledwater• 5tsplye• 1Clard• 2-3dropschamomileessentialoil• 1tspliquidaloevera
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
June4
CreamyCastileSoap
Materials
• 2Cpuredistilledwater• 5ounceslye• 2Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Ccoconutoil• 2Cshortening• 2
dropslemonessentialoil• 2dropsgrapefruitessentialoil• 2dropssweetorangeessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthise-book.
June5
AloeVeraSoap
Materials
• 4barsCastilesoap,grated• 4tbspliquidaloevera• 3tbsprosewater• 10dropstangerineessentialoil• 5dropssweetorangeessentialoil
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinethegratedCastilesoap,aloevera,and rosewater. When ingredients have melted and blended together, removefromheatandaddtheessentialoils.Pourintomoldsandallowtoset.
June6
CoconutSoap
Materials
• 2½Ccoconutoil• ½Cextravirginoliveoil• 1½Clard• 2½Cpuredistilledwater• ¾Ccausticsoda
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
June7
ClearHoneySoap
Materials
• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 6ouncescausticsoda• 1kgtallow• 1½ouncesrawhoney• 1Ccoconutoil• 2tbspsugar,caramelized
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthise-book.
June8
ColdProcessHoneySoap
Materials
• 2½Cpuredistilledwater• ¾Ccausticsoda• 5Ctallow• 2ouncesrawhoney• 1Ccoconutoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
June9
SandalwoodSoap
Materials
• 2Cpuredistilledwater• 6ounceslye• 2Ccoconutoil• ¾Cpalmoil• 1½Cextravirginoliveoil• ½Cwheatgermoil• 2ounces
sandalwoodessentialoil• ½ouncesandalwoodpowder
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthise-book.
June10
LemonBalmSoap
Materials
• 3½Cextravirginoliveoil• 2½Ccoconutoil• 1Csunfloweroil• ½Ccastoroil• 2½Clemonbalmtea• 1Clye
• 3-4dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
June11
SoapSticks
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• 2tbspliquidaloevera• 2-3dropsbubblegumfragranceoil• 4-5dropspinkorbluefoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, combine the soap base and aloe vera.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddthefragranceoilandcolorant.Pourintosiliconestickmoldsandallowtoset.
June12
BlackRaspberrySoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼Craspberryseeds• 4-5dropsblackraspberryessentialoil• 3-4dropsredfoodgrade
colorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,meltthesoapbase.Removefromheatandstirintheraspberryseeds,blackraspberryessentialoil,andcolorant.Pourintomoldsandallowtoset.
June13
OliveOilSoap
Materials
• 6Cextravirginoliveoil• 6ounceslye• 2Cpuredistilledwater• 4-5dropslemongrassessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
June14
ExfoliatingStripSoap
Materials
• 4Cextravirginoliveoil• 2Ccoconutoil• 6ounceslye• 2Cpuredistilledwater• 4-5dropschamomileessentialoil• 2drops
lavenderessentialoil• ½Capricotkernelmeal
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.Whenfilling thesoapmolds, fillhalfway,sprinkleon theapricotkernelmeal,andthencontinuefillingwithsoapmixture.
June15
StrawberryPreservesSoap
Materials
• 1½Ccoconutoil• ¾Cpalmoil• ¾Cextravirginoliveoil• ¾Ccanolaoil• ¼Cricebranoil• ¼Csheabutter• 5ounceslye• 1½Cpuredistilledwater• 2ouncesstrawberrypreserves• 2tbsp
poppyseeds• 4tbspfinelygroundoatmeal• 3-4dropsredfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
June16
BeeswaxSoap
Materials
• ½Calmondoil• ¾Ccanolaoil• 1Ccoconutoil• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• ¾Csoybeanoil• 1ouncegratedbeeswax• 4ounceslye
• 1½Cpuredistilledwater• 2tbsprawhoney
Directions
Ina saucepan, combineoils andheat to150degreesF.Add thebeeswax, andcool to 115 degrees F. Combine lye andwater and add to oils.At light tracestage, add honey and stir until everything is combined. Pour into molds andallowtoset.
June17
BoraxSoap
Materials
• 1Ccoconutoil• 4Ctallow• 4Cpuredistilledwater• 1Clye• ⅔Cborax• 1CboilingwaterDirections
Dissolve the borax in boiling water and set aside. In a double boiler overmediumheat,combinethecoconutoilandtallow.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,setasideandallowtocool.Combinelyeflakesandcoldwateruntil lye isdissolved.When themixturesare lukewarm,slowlypour thelyemixtureintothefatmixture,stirringgentlyuntilitisthickandcreamy.Addtheboraxandstiruntilmixtureisthickened.Pourintomoldsandallowtoset.
June18
TeaTreeSoap
Materials
• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• ½Ccoconutoil• ¼Csweetalmondoil• ¼Cavocadooil• ¾Cpuredistilledwater• 2.5ounceslye• ½ounceteatreeoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
June19
SheaButterSoap
Materials
• 1Ccoconutoil• ¾Ccanolaoil• 1ouncecastoroil• 1Clard• ⅔Csheabutter• 5ounceslye• 1Cpuredistilledwater• Essentialoilsofchoice
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
June20
InsectRepellantSoap
Materials
• 1½Ctallow• ½Ccoconutoil• ¾Cpuredistilledwater• ¼Clye
• 4-5dropscitronellaessentialoil• 4-5dropseucalyptusessentialoil• 4-5dropslavenderessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
June21
WeddingFavorRoseSoaps
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil• 2tbspliquidaloevera• 4-5dropsroseessentialoil• 4-5dropsred
foodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinesoapbase,coconutoil,andaloevera.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandadd rose essential oil and colorant. Pour into rose shaped silicone molds andallowtoset.Placeintodrawstringbagstouseasweddingfavors.
June22
LiquidSoapWeddingFavors
Materials
• 6CliquidCastilesoap• 6tbspliquidaloevera• 4vitaminEcapsules• 15-20dropslavenderessentialoil
Directions
In a glass bowl, combine all of the ingredients (squeeze the liquid out of thevitaminEcapsules), stirringgently tomixwithout creatingbubbles.Pour intoprettypumpbottlestouseasweddingfavors.
June23
HerbalLiquidSoap
Materials
• 1CliquidCastilesoap• 1tbspliquidaloevera• 1tspricebranoil• Sprigsofdriedorfreshherbs(sage,lavender,rosemary,etc.)•Essentialoilsofchoice
Directions
Inaglassbowl,combineCastilesoap,aloevera,ricebranoil,andessentialoils.Stirgentlytomixwithoutcreatingbubbles.Placeherbsprigsintopumpbottles,andpourthesoapmixturein.
June24
Cucumber/AloeVeraGlycerinSoap
Materials
• 1poundwhiteglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 4tbspliquidaloevera• 2tbspCcucumberjuice• 3-4dropscucumberessentialoil• 3-4dropsgreenfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, combine soap base, aloe vera, andcucumber juice.When ingredients have melted and blended together, removefrom heat and add cucumber essential oil and colorant. Pour into molds andallowtoset.
June25
PomegranateSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 2tbspliquidaloevera• ¼Ccoconutoil
• 2tbsppomegranatejuice• 3dropspomegranateessentialoil• 4-5dropsredfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinesoapbase,coconutoil,aloevera,and pomegranate juice. When ingredients have melted and blended together,remove from heat and add pomegranate essential oil and colorant. Pour intomoldsandallowtoset.
June26
Kids’SoapBracelets
Materials
• 1poundwhiteglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 2tbspliquidaloevera• 5-6dropsraspberryessentialoil• 3-4dropsredfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye• Siliconestickmolds
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat, combine soapbaseandaloevera.Wheningredients have melted and blended together, remove from heat and addraspberryessentialoilandcolorant.Pourintomoldsandallowtosetuntilalmostfirmbut bendable.Carefully remove sticks frommolds, and form them into abracelet,squeezingtheendstogethersotheystick.
June27
WeddingFavorSoapGems
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 4tbspliquidaloevera• ½Ccoconutoil
• Essentialoilsofchoice• 4differentcolorants
Directions
Divide soap base into four equal parts. In a double boiler overmedium heat,combineonepartsoapbase,aloevera,andcoconutoil.Wheningredientshavemelted and blended together, remove from heat and add essential oils andcolorant.Pourintogemshapedmoldsandallowtoset.Repeatwithothercolors.Putafewsoapsintodrawstringbagstouseasweddingfavors.
June28
ShowerGel
Materials
• 2Cpuredistilledwater• 14-ouncebarunscentedwhitesoap,grated• 3-4dropssweetorangeessentialoil• 2-3dropsorangefoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inasaucepan,combinegratedwhitesoapanddistilledwater.Bringthemixtureto a simmer overmedium heat.When soap flakes have completely dissolved,removefromheat.Allowmixturetositfor24hours.Addsweetorangeessentialoilandcolorant,andpourintoasqueezebottle.
June29
WhippedShavingSoap
Materials
• 1.5Cpuredistilledwater• 14-ouncebarunscentedwhitesoap,grated• 2-3dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Inasaucepan,combinegratedwhitesoapanddistilledwater.Bringthemixtureto a simmer overmedium heat.When soap flakes have completely dissolved,removefromheat.Allowmixturetositfor24hours.Addsweetlemonessentialoilandpourintoapumpbottle.
June30
LiquidHandSoap
Materials
• 6Cpuredistilledwater• 14-ouncebarunscentedwhitesoap,grated• 4-5dropsappleessentialoil• 3-4dropsgreenfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inasaucepan,combinegratedwhitesoapanddistilledwater.Bringthemixtureto a simmer overmedium heat.When soap flakes have completely dissolved,removefromheat.Allowmixturetositfor24hours.Addappleessentialoilandcolorant,andpourintopumpbottles.
MakeYourOwnSoap–FoamingSoaps
Foamingsoapmaylooklikeachallengetomake,butitisjustaseasytomakeasliquid soap. You don’t need a lot of ingredients, and you don’t need a lot ofspecialtools.Foamingsoapsaregreatforhandsoap,becauseanyonewhousesitcanbesurethattheyaregoingtogetallofthesoaptheyneedinjustonepump.Youactuallyusealotlesssoapwhenyouusefoamingsoaps,soinadditiontosaving money by making your own, you also save money by making it lastlongerthanregularliquidsoap.
IngredientsYouwillNeed
Thefirstthingyouneedtomakeafoamingsoapisacheapliquidsoap.YoucanevenuseCastileliquidsoapifyoulikesomethingwithnoscentsoyoucanaddyour own. Then, all you need iswater, and if youwant a scent, you can useessentialoilsorfragranceoils.Youdon’tneedtocookanythingonthestoveorinacrockpot,andyoursoapwillbereadytouseinjustafewminutes.
AddingColorants
Youhavetheoptiontoaddcolorantstoyourfoamsoaprecipes.Thisiseasytodo.Allyouneedisfoodgradecolorants.Useafewdropsatatimeuntilthesoapreaches the desired shade. That’s all there is to it. Once you have added thecolorant,youcanpourthemixtureintoapumpbottle.
Remember,themixtureisjustgoingtolooklikeregularliquidsoapwhileitisinthebottle.Themagichappenswhenyoupumpitout,anditturnsintofoam.
July
Summerishere,anditistimetogetoutthereandenjoythesunshine.But,youcanstill findplentyof timeformakingsomeawesomesoaps. In fact,youcanmakesoapsthatwillhelpsootheyourskinafteradayinthesun,becausetheyareloadedwithaloeveraandotherskinsofteningagents.Besuretocheckoutthemanyothergreatsoap-makingrecipestomakethismonth,includingcarpetcleanersanddishwasherdetergent.
July1
ShowerGel
Materials
• 2Cshowergelbase• 20dropsgeraniumessentialoil• 16dropsrosemaryessentialoil• 20dropsbergamotessentialoil• 8dropsjuniperessentialoil
Directions
Combineshowergelbasewithessentialoils,addingtheoilsonedropatatimeandmixingasyouwork.Mix slowly toavoida lotofbubbles in themixture.Onceeverythingiswell-mixed,pourintoapumpbottle.Labelwiththedate.
July2
FoamingCleanser
Materials
• 4tbspcastileorotherliquidsoapbase• 3tspavocadooil• 4dropslemonessentialoil• 4dropsorangeessentialoil• 4drops
grapefruitessential
Directions
Combineinabottleandshakewell.Labelwithdate.Remembertoshakeuptheingredientsbeforeeachuse.
July3
LuxuriousSkinCleanser
Materials
• ½Csweetalmondoil• 3dropslavenderessentialoil• 1tbspgratedbeeswax• 1tbsppuredistilledwater• 1dropfrankincenseessentialoil
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinebeeswaxandsweetalmondoil.PlaceaPyrexjarinapanofsimmeringwater,andaddthedistilledwater.Whenthewaxandoilaremelted,addthewarmdistilledwater,dropbydrop.Removefrom heat after adding half of the water. Add the rest of the water by drops,mixingwithawhisk.Addtheessentialoilswhenthemixturebeginstothicken.Pourintojars,cover,andlabelwiththedate.
July4
BodyWash
Materials
• ¼Crawhoney• ¼Ccoconutoil• ½CliquidCastilesoap• 3vitaminEcapsules• 12dropseucalyptusessentialoil• 15dropssweetorangeessentialoil• 10dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Melt solidcoconutoil in themicrowave for30secondsor sountil completelymelted. Add raw honey, liquid from vitamin E capsules, and essential oils,stirringwithawhisk.Next,add theCastilesoapslowly,stirring,butgentlysotherearenobubbles.Pourmixtureintobottlesandshakebeforeusing.
July5
GreenAppleDishSoap
Materials
• ¼Cunscentedsoapflakes• 1½Chotwater• ¼Cglycerin• 5dropsgreenappleessentialoil
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,meltthesoapflakesandglycerininthehotwater.Remove fromheat and let cool.When themixturecools, add thegreenappleessentialoil.Storeinanolddishliquidsquirtbottle.
July6
All-PurposeCleaner
Materials
• 2Cwater• 2tbspmildly-scenteddishwashingliquid(lemon)• 5dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Combineallingredientsandputthemintoaspraybottle.Shakewellbeforeeachusetomakesurethatalloftheingredientsarewell-blended.
July7
FleaShampoo
Materials
• 10ouncespuredistilledwater• 2ouncesliquidaloevera• 1tbspliquidCastilesoap• 2dropspeppermintessentialoil• 2dropseucalyptusessentialoil• 2dropslavenderessentialoil• 2dropsrosemaryessentialoil
Directions
Mixallingredientstogetherandpourintoaplasticsquirtbottle.Shakewellandthenhavefuntryingtogetyourpetintothebathtub.
July8
DryShampoo
Materials
• 4dropsrosemaryessentialoil• 4dropsteatreeoil• 4dropslavenderessentialoil• 25gramsunscentedtalc
Directions
Place the talc inablender,andadd theessentialoils,dropbydrop,mixingonlow speed. Placemixture into a container that can be tightly sealed. Use 1-2teaspoonswhenyouneedtowashyourhairbutdon’thavetimeforashower.
July9
CitrusDishwashingLiquid
Materials
• 20ouncesliquidcastilesoap• 20dropslimeessentialoil• 10dropssweetorangeessentialoil• 5dropscitrusseedextract
Directions
Combinecastilesoap,essentialoils,andcitrusseedextractintoasqueezebottle.Shakebeforeeachuse.Whenusing,add1-2tablespoonstodishwaterandagitatetogetthewatersudsy.
July10
OvenCleaner
Materials
• ¼Cwashingsoda• 1boxbakingsoda• ½Ctablesalt• ¼Cwater
• ¾Cvinegar• 10dropslemonessentialoil• 10dropsthymeessentialoil
Directions
Inaglassbowl,combinewashingsoda,bakingsoda,andsalt.Addenoughwatertocreateapaste.Spreadthispasteontheovenracksandwalls,andletsitfor20-30minutes(ovenpre-heatedto250degrees).Mixvinegarandessentialoilsinaspraybottle.Spraytheovenwallsandrackswiththismixture,thenwipecleanwithadampclothandrinsewell.
July11
AlopeciaShampoo
Materials
• 100mlshampoobase• 15dropsjojobaoil• 8dropscarrotessentialoil• 7dropsrosemaryessentialoil• 7dropslavenderessentialoil• 2dropsteatreeoil
Directions
Combineallingredientsinasqueezeorpumpbottle.Useinsteadofyourregularshampooforalopecia.
July12
FoamingCarpetShampoo
Materials
• 6Cwater• 1½Cliquidcastilesoap• 20dropspeppermintessentialoil
Directions
Combinealloftheingredientstogetherinablenderuntilmixtureisfoamy.Rubthe foamintodirtyareasofyourcarpetwithasponge.Allowtodry,and thenvacuumasnormaltogetridofthedirtandanyremainingfoam.
July13
ToiletBowlCleaner
Materials
• 2Cwater• ¼Cliquidcastilesoap• 1tbspteatreeoil• 10dropspeppermintessentialoil
Directions
Addall of the ingredients to a spraybottle.Shakewell tomix the ingredientstogether. Spray on the inside of the toilet bowl, and on all of the surfaces todisinfectthewholetoilet.Wipewithadampcloth.
July14
WashingMachineFreshener
Materials
• Whitevinegar• Lemonessentialoil
Directions
Fillwashingmachineasnormalwithlaundry,andaddlaundrydetergent.Fillthebleachdispenserwithvinegar,andaddacoupleofdropsoflemonessentialoil.Notonlywillthiskeepyourwashingmachinesmellingfresh,itwillalsosoftenthelaundryandaddanicescenttoyourclothing.
July15
SimpleLiquidSoap
Materials
• 2Cunscentedliquidsoap• 5dropslemonessentialoil• 10dropssweetorangeessentialoil• 5dropsgrapefruitessentialoil
Directions
Combine all ingredients in a soap pumpbottle and shake gently tomake sureeverythingiswellblendedwithoutmakingitfoamy.
July16
All-PurposeKitchenCleaner
Materials
• Water• 20dropslemonessentialoil• 10dropssweetorangeessentialoil
Directions
Filladarkglassbottlewithwater.Addtheessentialoilsandshakewell.Touse,pourabitofthemixtureontoaclothoraspongeandwipedowntheareathatneedstobecleaned.
July17
KitchenSoap
Materials
• 1Cunscentedliquidsoap• 3dropslemonessentialoil• 6dropscoffeeessentialoil
Directions
In a glass bowl, combine liquid soap and essential oils, stirring gently tomixwithoutcreatingbubbles.Pourintoapumpbottle.
July18
FleaShampooforDogs
Materials
• 3ouncesliquidcastilesoap• 1ounceliquidaloeveraoraloeveragel• 10dropssweetorange
essentialoil• 10dropscedarwoodessentialoil
Directions
Combine ingredients in a pump bottle. Shake to mix, and use regularlythroughoutfleaandtickseason.
July19
BathGel
Materials
• ½Cwater• ¾Cgratedcastilesoap• 3tbspdriedorfreshrosepetals• 3-4dropsroseessentialoil
Directions
Crushtherosepetalsintoapowderorpaste(dependingifyouusedriedorfreshflowers) with a mortar and pestle. Boil the water, and add the grated soap,stirringwithawhiskuntil it isdissolved.Removefromheat,andadd the roseessentialoilandflowerpasteorpowder.Pourintoaglassbottle,cover,andlabelwiththedate.
July20
LiquidHandSoap
Materials
• 4ouncesliquidcastilesoap• 1ouncerosewater• 20dropslavenderessentialoil• 10dropsroseessentialoil• 10
dropslemonessentialoil• 5dropschamomileessentialoil
Directions
Combinecastilesoapandessentialoilsinapumpbottle.Thisisagreatsoapforsofteningyourcuticlessoyoucaneasilypushthemback.Itisalsoadisinfectingsoap.
July21
Multi-PurposeHouseholdCleaner
Materials
• 2Cvinegar• 2Cwater• 5dropslemonessentialoil• 10dropspineessentialoil
Directions
Combine ingredients in a spray bottle and shake well. To use, shake beforeusing,andsprayontohardsurfacesthatneedcleaning.Thiscanalsobeusedasafloor cleaner, but it may be damaging to some wood floors, so test s smallsectionfirst.
July22
HoneyShowerGel
Materials
• ⅔Cliquidcastilesoap• 2tbsprawhoney• 2vitaminEcapsules• 1tspjojobaoil• 2tspvegetableglycerin• 10dropslemonessentialoil• 5drops
grapefruitessentialoil
Directions
Combinealloftheingredientsinaglassbowl,andwhisktoblend.Pourintoapumpbottle,andusewheneveryouwantafreshscentintheshower.
July23
FacialCleanser
Materials
• 2ouncespuredistilledwater• 1dropmarshmallowessentialoil• 1dropchamomileessentialoil• 1dropoliveleafessentialoil• 1droprosehipessentialoil
Directions
Combinealloftheingredientsinasmallglassbowl,andstirtomix.Touse,dipa sponge into the mixture, and rub on your face for exfoliation, followed bypouring the restof themixtureontoawashclothandwashingyourwhole faceandneckarea.
July24
FoamingFacialCleanser
Materials
• 4tbspliquidcastilesoap• 3tspavocadooil• 4dropslemonessentialoil• 4dropsorangeessentialoil• 4drops
grapefruitessentialoil
Directions
Combine all of the ingredients together in a glass bottle.Cover and store in acool,darkplace.Shakewellbeforeeachuse.
July25
MorningShowerGel
Materials
• 1Cshowergelbase• 10dropsgeraniumessentialoil• 10dropsbergamotessentialoil• 6
dropsrosemaryessentialoil• 5dropsjuniperessentialoil• 5dropspetitgrainessentialoil• 2dropsbasilessentialoil
Directions
Combineingredientsinaglassbowl,stirringgentlytomixwithoutcreatinganybubbles.Addsomefoodgradecolorant ifyouwant.Pourmixtureintoapumpbottle,anduseinyourmorningshowers.
July26
EssentialOilShampoo
Materials
• 1tbspsweetalmondoil• 3dropslavenderessentialoil• 2dropsroseessentialoil• 1droplemonessentialoil• Shampooofchoice
Directions
Combine the first four ingredients, andpour intoadarkglassbottle (amber tokeepthelightout).Add7-8dropsofthismixturetoyourfavoriteshampoo.
July27
CitrusFloorCleaner
Materials
• 10dropssweetorangeessentialoil• 5dropslemonessentialoil• 1gallonhotwater
Directions
Combineessentialoils inabucketofhotwater.Clean floorsasnormal.Rinsewithclearwatertogetridofanyoilyresidue.
July28
MildCastileSoap
Materials
• 6Cextravirginoliveoil• 6ounceslye• 2Cpuredistilledwater
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthise-book.
July29
DandelionandHoneySoap
Materials
• 2Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Ccoconutoil• ⅓Csunfloweroil• ¼Csheabutter• ¼Cjojobaoil• 1Cdandeliontea• 4ounceslye
Directions
Pick a bunch of fresh dandelions and leaves. Place in a largeMason jar (fillabouthalfway),andcoverwithboilingwater.Letsitfor12-24hourstosteep.Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
July30
MintSoap
Materials
• ½Cavocadooil• 3Ccoconutoil• 4Cextravirginoliveoil• ½Ccastoroil• ¼Csheabutter• 1Clye
• 2½Cminttea
Directions
Steep2mintteabagsforacoupleofhours.Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
July31
OrangeCreamSoap
Materials
• 1poundwhiteglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 2tspannattoseeds• 1ounceextravirginoliveoil• 1tbsppoppyseeds• 8-10dropsorangeessentialoil
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinethesoapbaseandoliveoil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandstirintheannatto seeds and poppy seeds. Add the orange essential oil. Pour into soapmoldsandallowtoset.
MakeYourOwnSoap–CreamSoap
Inthise-book,youaregoingtofindafewrecipesforsilkysmoothcreamsoap.Thisisaseasytomakeasthemeltandpoursoaps,anditdoesn’ttakeverylongto make a batch. One of the main differences between regular bar soap andcreamsoap is that thecreamsoapcontainsvegetableshorteningandvegetableglycerin. These are the ingredients that are going to make the soap nice andcreamy.
HowtoMakeYourSoapCreamy
Inadditiontoneedingspecialingredientsforthecreamytexture,thereisabitofadifferenceinthewaythatyoublendalloftheingredientstogether.Insteadofgentlystirring,youwanttoreallywhipthemixture.Thisneedstobedoneuntilthemixturebeginstothicken.Onceyouhaveaddedallofthemainingredientsand your cream soap is at the desired texture, it is time to start putting in theadditives.
UsingAdditivesinCreamSoap
Onceyourcreamsoaphasreachedthedesiredconsistency,youcanbegintofoldinanyadditivesthatyourrecipecallsfor.Onceeverythingiswellblended,pourmixtureintoglassjars,cover,andlabelwiththedate.Youcanstartusingyourcreamsoapassoonasitismade.
August
Justbecausesummeriscomingtoanend,itdoesn’tmeanthatyoucan’tenjoythefreshscentsofsummerallyearlong.It’stimetostartpickingthelastofyourfreshherbsandflowers,anddryingthemouttouseinmanyofthesoaprecipesyouwillfindforthismonth.Thebarsoapswilllastformonths,soeveninthemiddleofwinter,youwillstillhavethosewondersummerscents.
August1
CitrusShowerGel
Materials
• 8ouncesshowergelbase• 5dropslemonessentialoil• 5dropssweetorangeessentialoil• 2
dropspeppermintessentialoil
Directions
Combineallingredientstogetherinapumpbottle.Shaketomix.Touse,shakewellanduseasyouwouldatraditionalbodywash.
August2
LavenderBubbleBath
Materials
• 1Cricebranoil• ½Cliquidcastilesoap• ¼Crawhoney• 5dropslavenderessentialoil
Directions
Combinealloftheingredientstogetherandpourintoapumpbottle.Touse,addabout¼Cofthemixturetoyourbathwater.
CitrusMintLayeredSoap
Materials
• 12ouncesglycerinsoapbase• Greenandyellowfood-basedcolorant• 4tspliquidaloevera• 3dropslemonessentialoil• 3dropspeppermintessentialoil
Directions
Intwodoubleboilersovermediumheat,melthalfoftheglycerinsoapbasewith2tspofthealoeveraineachpot.Removebothpotsfromheat,andinone,addthepeppermintessentialoilandgreencoloring.Intheotherpot,addthelemonessentialoilandyellowcoloring.Next,pourahalfinchlayerofgreenmixtureinasmallbreadpan.Giveitafewminutestoset,andpouralayerofyellowon.Keeprepeatingtheprocesswithbothcolorsuntilitisallused.Youmayneedtore-melt the soapsbetween layers.Let set, remove frompan, and cut into soapbars.
August3
CitrusMintLayeredSoap
Materials
• 12ouncesglycerinsoapbase• Greenandyellowfood-basedcolorant• 4tspliquidaloevera
• 3dropslemonessentialoil• 3dropspeppermintessentialoil
Directions
Intwodoubleboilersovermediumheat,melthalfoftheglycerinsoapbasewith2tspofthealoeveraineachpot.Removebothpotsfromheat,andinone,addthepeppermintessentialoilandgreencoloring.Intheotherpot,addthelemonessentialoilandyellowcoloring.Next,pourahalfinchlayerofgreenmixtureinasmallbreadpan.Giveitafewminutestoset,andpouralayerofyellowon.Keeprepeatingtheprocesswithbothcolorsuntilitisallused.Youmayneedtore-melt the soapsbetween layers.Let set, remove frompan, and cut into soapbars.
August4
FoamingHandSoap
Materials
• ⅓Cliquidcastilesoap• ⅔Cpuredistilledwater• 4dropslemonessentialoil• 4dropssweetorangeessentialoil• 2dropslemongrassessentialoil
Directions
Combine the liquid soap and essential oil in a pump bottle, shaking gently tomix.Topupthejarwiththedistilledwater.Touse,pumpoutthesoap,addabitofwater,andrubyourhandstogethertocreateanicelather.
August5
SinkStainRemover
Materials
• ¼Cwashingsoda• ¼Cbakingsoda• ¾Cwhitevinegar• 8dropsteatreeessentialoil
Directions
Mix sodas and essential oils in a containerwith a lid. Shakewell before eachuse.Touse,sprinklealittlebitonthesinkstainandscrub.Rinsewithvinegar,followedbyhotwater.
August6
KitchenWipes
Materials
• 12”squaresofcottonfabric• 1Cwater• 1ounceliquidcastilesoap• 8dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Combinetheliquidingredientsandessentialoilinajar,covertightlyandshaketomix.Stuffasmanyofthefabricsquaresintothejaraswillfit.Coveruntilyouarereadytouse.Afteryouuseacloth,youmayput itbackinto the jar touseagainlater.
August7
RoseGlycerinSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinsoapbase• 2tbspliquidaloevera• 4-6dropsroseessentialoil• Redfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye• Rosesoapmolds
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, combine the soap base and aloe vera.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandadd3-4dropsofcolorant(enoughtomakemixturepink).Transfer⅓ofmixturetoanothersaucepan,andaddmorecolorantuntilmixtureisdarkpinkorred.Addhalfoftheroseessentialoiltoeachmixture.Pourdarkermixtureintorosesoapmolds,and¼oflightermixtureintoregularmolds.Whenroseshaveset,placethem in the regular soapmolds, and coverwith the rest of the lightermixture(youmayhavetore-meltitatthispoint).
August8
LemonHandSoap
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• ½Ccoconutoil• 6-8dropslemonessentialoil• 5-6dropsyellowfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler overmediumheat, combine the soap base and coconut oil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddthe lemon essential oil and colorant. Pour into lemon shaped soapmolds andallowtoset.
August9
ChocolateBarSoap
Materials
• ½poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil• 4-5dropschocolatefragranceoil• 1tbspcocoapowder• 3-4drops
brownfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler overmediumheat, combine the soap base and coconut oil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddthechocolatefragranceoil,cocoapowder,andcolorant.Pourintochocolatebarmoldsandallowtoset.
August10
RoseLiquidSoap
Materials
• 1CliquidCastilesoap• 3tbspliquidaloevera• 2vitaminEcapsules• 2tbsprosewater• 4-5dropsroseessentialoil• Driedrosebuds• 3-4dropsredfoodgradecolorant
Directions
Place a few rose buds in a pump bottle. In a glass bowl, combine theCastilesoap, aloevera, rosewater, and the liquid from thevitaminEcapsules.Slowlystir intheroseessentialoilandcolorant.Pourmixtureoverrosebudsinpumpbottle.
August11
KitchenFloorCleaner
Materials
• 1gallonhotwater• 1Cwhitesoap,grated• 1Cwhitevinegar•20dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Combine the hot water and grated soap in a bucket and stir until soap iscompletelymelted.Addthevinegarandessentialoil,andcleanfloorsasusual.
August12
All-PurposeFoamingStovetopCleaner
Materials
• 1Cwhitevinegar• 1Cbakingsoda• Lemonessentialoil
Directions
Pour baking soda onto stains on the stovetop. Place a few drops of lemonessentialoilontopandstirin,andpourvinegarovermixture.Allowmixturetositfor10minutesbeforewiping.
August13
BathtubCleaner
Materials
• 1Cwhitevinegar• 1Call-purposelemoncleaner• 1gallonhotwater• 30dropslemonessentialoil• 20dropseucalyptusessentialoil
Directions
Combine all of the ingredients in a bucket and usewith a sponge or cloth tocleanthetubandshower.
August14
SoapDisks
Materials
• ½poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 1tbspliquidaloevera• 3-4dropsfrankincenseessentialoil• 3-4dropsgreenfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, combine the soap base and aloe vera.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddthe frankincense essential oil and colorant. Pour into disk-shaped molds andallowtoset.
August15
YourInitialsHereSoap
Materials
• ½poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil• 1tbspliquidaloevera• Essentialoilsofchoice• Colorantofchoice
• Initialssoapmolds
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinesoapbase,coconutoil,andaloevera.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddessentialoilsandcolorant.Pourintoinitialssoapmoldsandallowtoset.
August16
FunnelCakeSoap
Materials
• 1poundwhiteglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ½Ccoconutoil• 2tbspliquidaloevera• 2-3dropscinnamonessentialoil• 2drops
maplefragranceoil• 3-4dropstansoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinesoapbase,coconutoil,andaloevera.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddcinnamonessentialoil,maplefragranceoil,andcolorant.Insteadofpouringintomolds,spreadoutapieceofparchmentpaperorwaxedpaper,andpourthesoapmixturethroughafunnelintheshapeoffunnelcakes.
August17
CarnivalSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 2tbspliquidaloevera• ¼Ccoconutoil
• 6-8dropscottoncandyfragranceoil• Pinkandbluefoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinesoapbase,coconutoil,andaloevera.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddcottoncandyfragranceoil.Dividemixtureinhalf,andcoloronehalfpinkandtheotherblue.Slowlypourabitofthepinkinamold,thenabitoftheblue,being careful that they don’t blend together.Whenmolds are filled, carefullyswirlthecolorswithatoothpickforacottoncandyeffect.
August18
CandyAppleSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 3tbspliquidaloevera• ¼Ccoconutoil
• 6-8dropsgreenappleessentialoil• 2-3dropscinnamonessentialoil• 5-6dropsredfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinesoapbase,coconutoil,andaloevera.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddessentialoilsandcolorant.Pourintomoldsandallowtoset.
August19
HotButteredPopcornSoap
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• ½Ccoconutoil• 1tbspliquidaloevera• 5-6dropsbutteredpopcornfragranceoil• 3-
4dropsyellowfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinesoapbase,coconutoil,andaloevera.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddbutteredpopcorn fragranceoil andcolorant.Pour intomoldsandallow toset.
August20
CountyFairPageantGlitterSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ⅓Ccoconutoil• 1tbspricebranoil• 2tbspfoodgradesilverglitter• 4-5drops
lavenderessentialoil• 3-4dropspurplefoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinesoapbase,coconutoil,andricebranoil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandadd lavender essentialoil, glitter andcolorant.Pour intoprettymolds andallowtoset.
August21
MagicWandSoap
Materials
• ½poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 2tbspgoldfoodgradeglitter• 5-6dropsyellowfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye•Suckersticks
• Star-shapedsuckermolds
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,meltthesoapbase.Wheningredientshavemelted and blended together, remove from heat and glitter and colorant. Pourintosuckermolds,andputthesuckersticksinplace.Allowtoset.
August22
RaceCarSoap
Materials
• 1poundwhiteglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• Foodgradepaintorsoappaint,variouscolors• Racecarsoapmolds
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,meltthesoapbase.Wheningredientshavemelted and blended together, remove from heat. Pour into sucker molds andallowtoset.Removefrommolds,andusesoappaintstocolorinthedetails.
August23
HollyhockSoap
Materials
• 4ounceslye• 1Chollyhockteainfusion(steephollyhockflowersinboilingwaterfora
fewhours)• 2Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Ccoconutoil• ¼Csheabutter• 2ouncesricebranoil• Pinkfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye•
Essentialoilsofchoice
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
August24
DisinfectingWipes
Materials
• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 2tbspwhitevinegar• 1tspunscenteddishsoap• 6-8dropslemonessentialoil• Squaresof
cottonfabric• Plasticcontainerwithcover
Directions
Placethecottonfabricsquaresintheplasticcontainer.Inaglassbowl,combinethewater,vinegar,dishsoap,andessentialoil.Pourovercottonsquarestomakesuretheyaresoaked,andcover.
August25
DisinfectingWipesII
Materials
• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 2tbspliquidCastilesoap• 5-6dropsteatreeoil• 2-3dropseucalyptusessentialoil
Directions
Placethecottonfabricsquaresintheplasticcontainer.Inaglassbowl,combinethewater,essentialoils,andCastilesoap.Pourovercottonsquarestomakesuretheyaresoaked,andcover.
August26
BathroomGlassandTileCleaner
Materials
• 1Cwhitevinegar• 1Corange,grapefruit,andlemonrinds• 5-6wholecloves
Directions
Placeallof the ingredients inaMason jar.Cover,and let sit for3-4weeks tocreateaninfusion.Pourliquidintoaspraybottletocleanglassandtiles.
August27
VinegarDishSoap
Materials
• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 3tbspliquidCastilesoap• ½Cwhitevinegar• 5-6dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Combineall of the ingredients in a cleandish liquidbottle.Shakewellbeforeeachuse.
August28
ShowerCleaner
Materials
• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 3tbspliquidCastilesoap• ½Cwhitevinegar• 5-6dropsgrapefruitessentialoil
Directions
Combinealloftheingredientsinaspraybottle.Shakewellbeforeeachuse.
August29
LaundryStainRemoverSpray
Materials
• 1Cwhitevinegar• 2Cpuredistilledwater• ¼Cclear,unscenteddishliquid
Directions
Combinealloftheingredientsinaspraybottle.Shakewellbeforeeachuse.
August30
ToiletBowlCleaner
Materials
• 1Cbakingsoda• 20dropsteatreeessentialoil
Directions
Mixthebakingsodaandteatreeessentialoil.Sprinkleintothetoilet,allowtositforafewminutes,andwipeaway.
August31
AniseSoap
Materials
• ¼Caniseseeds• 1Ctallow• ¼Cextravirginoliveoil• ½Cpuredistilledwater• 2tbsplye
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
MakeYourOwnSoap–DishLiquid
Home-madesoapsaren’tlimitedtosoapsforpersonalhygiene.Therearemanyhouseholdcleanersyoucanalsomakeyourself,includingdishliquid.Itiseasytomake,anditisidealforanyonewhohasallergiestothescentedproductsthatareavailablecommercially.Youcanusejustaboutanyadditivesyouwantthatareusedinsoapmaking,andyoudon’tneedtobotherwithcookingatall.
IngredientsUsedtoMakeDishLiquid
Oneofthemainingredientsyouwillbeusinginthedishliquidrecipesinthise-bookisCastileliquidsoap.Youcanalsouseanyothertypeofunscentedliquidsoap.Other ingredients youwill be using includewater, aloe vera, vitaminE,andessentialoils.Youmaywish tousecolorants,butbecarefulbecause theycouldendupstainingyourdishesifyouusetoomuch.
MakingDishLiquid
Most dish liquid recipes are pretty much as simple as the liquid hand soaprecipes.Youjusthavetocombinealloftheingredients,andstirgentlytomakesure that they are all well blended without creating any bubbles. Then, yousimply pour the mixture into a clean, used dish detergent bottle, and you’rereadytostartdoingdishes(ugh)!
September
School isback in session, andnowyouhave loadsof time tomakeyourownsoapswhile thekiddies are in classes.Make sure thatyoumakeplentyof funkids’soaps,so theycango toschool lookingandsmellingniceandfresh,andhavefundoingit.Youcanevenmakesomenicesoapsforyourkidstogivetotheirteachers,whichisgoingtobemuchmoreappreciatedthananapple.Thismonth,youwillalsofindothergreatrecipesforavarietyofsoaps,usingthehotandcoldprocesses,aswellasmeltandpoursoaps.
September1
DisinfectantCleaner
Materials
• 2Cpuredistilledwater• 3tbspliquidCastilesoap• 15dropslemonessentialoil• 20dropsteatreeoil
Directions
Combinealloftheingredientsinaspraybottle.Shakewellbeforeeachuse.
September2
ClearGlycerinSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinsoapbase• ½Ccoconutoil• 1tbspliquidaloevera
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat, combine the soapbase, coconutoil, andaloe vera.When ingredients have melted and blended together, remove fromheat,pourintosoapmolds,andallowtoset.
September3
BathtubScrub
Materials
• 1Cbakingsoda• 30-40dropslemonessentialoil• 6dozeneggshells
Directions
Cleaneggshellsand leave themoutovernightso theycompletelydryout.Putdriedeggshellsinafoodprocessorandcrushtoafinepowder.Combineallofthe ingredients together inaglass jar.Coverandshakewell.Store inashakerjar.
September4
SoftScrubber
Materials
• 2Cbakingsoda• ¾Ccolorandscent-freeliquidlaundrydetergent• 15dropsgrapefruitseedextract
Directions
Mixthelaundrydetergentandbakingsoda,abitatatime,untilitisallblended.Addthegrapefruitseedextractandmixwell.Storeinacoveredcontainer.
September5
StainRemover
Materials
• ½Cclearorwhitedishliquid• ½Cglycerin• 3Cpuredistilledwater
Directions
Combinealloftheingredientsinaspraybottle.Shakewellbeforeeachuse.
September6
ScouringPowder
Materials
• 2Cbakingsoda• 2Csalt• 2Cboraxpowder
Directions
Combine all of the ingredients in a glass bowl. Mix well, and transfer to acoveredcontainer.Shakewellbeforeeachusetomakesuretheingredientsarewellmixed.
September7
WashingMachineCleaner
Materials
• 2Cwhitevinegar• ½Cbakingsoda• 10dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Fillthewashingmachinetothehighestlevelwithhotwater.Turnmachineoff,andpourvinegarandbakingsodadirectlyintothewater.Turnmachinebackonand let it go through thewash cycle.Add the lemon essential oil to the rinsecycleforafreshsmell.
September8
PowderedLaundryDetergent
Materials
• 1barCastilesoap,finelygrated• 1Cwashingsoda• ½Cborax• ½Coxygencleanser
Directions
In a glass bowl, combine all of the ingredients. Mix well and transfer to acoveredcontainer.Touse,add1-2tbsptoeachloadoflaundry.
September9
LemongrassSoap
Materials
• 1poundsheameltandpoursoapbase• ¼poundsheameltandpoursoapbase• ½Cfinelygroundoatmeal
• 3-4dropslemongrassessentialoil• 2-3dropsgreenteafragranceoil
Directions
In adoubleboilerovermediumheat,melt 1poundof the soapbase.Removefromheatandstirintheoatmeal.Addthelemongrassessentialoilandgreenteafragranceoil.Pourintomoldsandallowtoset.Inanotherdoubleboiler,melttherestofthesoapbase.Drizzleontopofthesoapbars.
September10
PineappleCreamSoap
Materials
• 2poundssheameltandpoursoapbase• 1Ccoconutoil• 6-8dropspineappleessentialoil• 4-5dropsyellowfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combine1poundofsoapbaseand½cupof coconut oil. When ingredients have melted and blended together, removefromheatandadd3-4dropsofpineappleessentialoilandcolorant.Inanotherdoubleboiler,repeattheprocesswiththeremainingingredients.Pourthewhitemixtureintosoapmolds,fillingthemhalfway.Slowlypourtheyellowmixtureontop,andswirlwithatoothpick.Allowtoset.
September11
ApplefortheTeacherSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil• 3tbspliquidaloevera• 1tspricebranoil• 5-6dropsappleessential
oil• 5-6dropsredfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinesoapbase,coconutoil,ricebranoil,andaloevera.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefrom heat and add the apple essential oil and colorant. Pour into apple soapmoldsandallowtoset.
September12
LatheringSoapBars
Materials
• 2Ccoconutoil• 2Cpalmoil• 2Cextravirginoliveoil• ¼Ccastoroil• 2Cpuredistilledwater
• 7ounceslye• 5-6dropschamomileessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
September13
MoisturizingSoapBars
Materials
• ½Cavocadooil• 1Ccoconutoil• 2Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Cpalmoil
• ½Csheabutter• 2Cpuredistilledwater• 5.5ounceslye• 5-6dropslemongrassessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
September14
SkinNourishingSoap
Materials
• ¼Csweetalmondoil• ¼Cavocadooil• 1Ccoconutoil• 2Cextravirginoliveoil• ¼Chempseedoil• 1Cpalmoil• ½Ccocoabutter• ¼Cwheatgermoil• Liquidfrom3vitaminEcapsules• 2Cpure
distilledwater• 6ounceslye• 6-8dropsroseessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
September15
ApricotSoap
Materials
• 2Cpuredistilledwater• ¾Csheabutter• ¾Cmangobutter• 1½Capricotkerneloil• 1¼Cavocadooil• 1Ccoconutoil• 6.6ounceslye
• 8-10dropsapricotfragranceoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthise-book.
September16
“Shout”StainRemover
Materials
• ⅔Cdishdetergent• ⅔Cammonia• 6tbspbakingsoda• 2Cpuredistilledwater• 6-8dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Inaglassbowl,combinealloftheingredients.Transfertoaspraybottle.Shakewellbeforeeachuse.
September17
YogurtSoap
Materials
• 2ouncesArganoil• 2ouncessheabutter• 2ouncescocoabutter• 2ouncessaffloweroil• 1Ccoconutoil
• 1Cpalmoil• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• 5ounceslye• 3ouncesplainGreekyogurt• 5-6dropslavenderessentialoil• 3-4
dropschamomileessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
September18
GranolaExfoliatingSoap
Materials
• 2Cextravirginoliveoil• ¾Chempseedoil• 1Ccoconutoil• ½Csoybeanoil• ½Cgrapeseedoil• ¼Csheabutter• ¼Ccocoabutter• ¼ouncegratedbeeswax• 1½Cpuredistilledwater• 5ounceslye
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
September19
GoldfishSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 2tbspliquidaloevera• Plasticgoldfish• Plasticbaggies• Twistties
• 2-3dropslightbluefoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, combine the soap base and aloe vera.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddthe colorant. Carefully fill baggies⅓ of the way with the mixture, add theplasticgoldfish,andfillthebaggiesto¾fullwiththerestofthesoapmixture.Spinshutandsealwithtwistties.Thiswillbehotwork,sobesuretowearovenmittswhilehandlingthehotbaggies.
September20
CitrusCoconutSoap
Materials
• 1poundsheameltandpoursoapbase• 2tbspcitruszest• 5-6dropssweetorangeessentialoil• 2tbspfinelyshreddedcoconut
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,meltthesoapbase.Removefromheatandstir in thecitruszest, sweetorangeessentialoil, andcoconut.Pour intomoldsandallowtoset.
September21
MassageSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼Corangezest• ½Cwholeblackpeppercorns• 10dropscloveessentialoil• 10
dropslavenderessentialoil• 5dropsbasilessentialoil
Directions
Inamicrowavesafeglassbowl,meltthesoapbaseinthemicrowave.Stirinthepeppercornsandessentialoil.Pourintomoldsandallowtoset.
September22
AutumnLeavesSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 2tbspliquidaloevera• ¼Ccoconutoil• Red,yellow,andorangefoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, combine the soap base, aloe vera, andcoconutoil.When ingredientshavemeltedandblended together, removefromheat and separate into 3 glass bowls. Add colorants to the bowls, and pourmixturesintoleafsoapmolds.Allowtoset.
September23
LemonCreamSugarSoap
Materials
• 1Cfoamingbathbutter• ½Csugar• 1tbspcoconutoil• 1vitaminEcapsule• 6-8dropslemonessential
oil• 3-4dropsyellowfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a glass bowl, combine the coconut oil, foaming bath butter, and the liquidfromthevitaminEcapsule.Whenthemixtureislightandfluffy,addthelemonessentialoilandcolorant.Storeinasealedglassjar.
September24
GrapefruitLemonStripedSoap
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• ½Ccoconutoil• 3dropsgrapefruitessentialoil• 3dropslemonessentialoil• Pink
andyellowfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler overmediumheat, combine the soap base and coconut oil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheat.Divideinto twopots. Inonepot, addgrapefruit essentialoil andpinkcolorant. In theother pot, add lemon essential oil and yellow colorant. Pour 1 inch of orangemixtureinaloafpanandallowtoset.Next,pourona1inchlayerofcranberrymixture.Continue until all of themixtures are used.Youwill need to re-meltmixturesthroughouttheprocess.
September25
CoconutWhippedSoap
Materials
• 1Cfoamingbathbutter• 2tbspcoconutoil• 2vitaminEcapsules• 1-2tbspcoconutfragranceoil
Directions
Inaglassbowl,combine thefoamingbathbutter,coconutoil,and liquidfromthe vitamin E capsules. Whip until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add thecoconutfragranceoil,stirtomix,andstoreinacoveredglassjar.
September26
CrayonRemover
Materials
• ½Clemonoil• 3-4dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Combineingredients inadarkcoloredglassbottle.Useafewdropsoncrayonstains.
September27
CrystalCleaner
Materials
• Whitevinegar• Dishliquid
Directions
Itdoesn’tgetanyeasierthanthis.Soakyourcrystalinundilutedwhitevinegarfor½hour.Washasusualwithdishliquidandrinsewithhotwater.
September28
SilverCleaner
Materials
• 1Cwhitevinegar• 1tspsalt• ¼Cflour• Dishliquid
Directions
Combineingredientstomakeapaste.Rubpasteonsilverandletsitfor½hour.Rinsewithdishsoapandclearwater.
September29
SterlingSilverJewelryCleaner
Materials
• ½Cbakingsoda• Tinfoil• Pyrexbowl• Boilingwater• Milddishliquid
Directions
LinePyrexbowlwithtinfoil,shinysideup.Placesterlingsilverjewelryontopof foil, and sprinkle baking soda on top of jewelry. Pour boiling water overjewelry to completely submerge it. Let the jewelry sit for 30 seconds to oneminute.Cleanbakingsodaoffwithmilddishliquidandasoft toothbrush,andrinsewithwarmwater.
September30
CucumberSoap
Materials
• 2Ccanolaoil• 3½Ccoconutoil• 3Cextravirginoliveoil• 2½Cpalmoil• ½Csheabutter• 14ounceslye
• 2½Cpuredistilledwater• 2Cpureedcucumber• 4-5dropscucumberessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
MakeYourOwnSoap–LaundrySoaps
Manypeoplearemakingtheswitchtohome-madecleaningproducts,includinglaundrysoaps.Thisisbecausetheycancontroltheingredientsthatgointotheircleaningproducts, anddon’t have toworry about theharsh chemicals that arefoundincommercialproducts.Thisisespeciallyimportantforanyonewhohasbabiesorskinconditions,becauseeventhoseproductsthatarelabeledasbeingsafeforsensitiveskincanoftencontainchemicals.Home-madeproductsdonotcontainanychemicals,exceptpossibly lye,whichisusuallyonlyusedinhandsoaps.
CleanerLaundry
Did you know that you can get cleaner laundry by using home-made laundrysoap?Alotofpeople think that thehome-madeproductsdon’tworknearlyaswell as commercialproducts, but inmost cases, theyactuallyworkbetter.So,yougetcleanerlaundry,andatafractionofthepricethatyouwouldspendonabottleofdetergentinthestore.
BasicIngredients
You don’t need a lot of expensive ingredients to make your own laundrydetergent.Infact,therearefourbasicingredientsthatyouwilluseinmostoftherecipes found in this e-book. These ingredients are: • Washing Soda •BakingSoda• BarSoap
• EssentialOilsYouwillfindrecipesfordetergentstouseinbothtoploadingandfrontloadingwashingmachines.Makesurethatyouusetherightrecipeforyourmachinesoyougettheabsolutebestresults.Thesedetergentsaresafetouse,andwon’tclogupasepticsystem.
October
Halloween is just around the corner, and you can have extra fun makingHalloween-themedsoaps.Yoursoapscanlooklikedeliciouscandies,andhaveawesomefallscents,includingpumpkinspiceandcinnamon.Thismonth,therewill also be recipes for soaps using fall scents, aswell as household cleaningrecipesandmuchmore.
October1
PinkRibbonSoaps
Materials
• 1poundwhitemeltandpoursoapbase• 5-6dropsraspberryessentialoil• 3-4dropsredfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye(tomakemixturepink)
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,meltthesoapbase.Removefromheatandadd the raspberry essential oil and colorant.Pour intopink ribbon soapmoldsandallowtoset.
October2
BreastCancerBoobieSoaps
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• 5-6dropsstrawberryessentialoil• 5-6dropsfleshcoloredsoapdye• 1-2dropsdarkpinkfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,meltthesoapbase.Removefromheatandaddthestrawberryessentialoil.Pour¼Cofthemixtureintoaglassbowl,andadd the dark pink colorant. Add the flesh colored colorant to the rest of themixture.Fillthenipplesectionsoftheboobiemoldswithpinkmixture,andfillmoldstherestofthewaywithfleshcoloredmixture.
October3
Jack-O-LanternSoap
Materials
• 1poundwhitemeltandpoursoapbase• 3tbspliquidaloevera• ½Ccoconutoil
• 5-6dropspumpkinspicefragranceoil• 3-4dropsorangefoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, combine the soap base, aloe vera, andcoconutoil.When ingredientshavemeltedandblended together, removefromheatandadd thepumpkinspice fragranceoil andcolorant.Pour intopumpkinsoapmoldsandallowtoset.
October4
PumpkinPieSoaps
Materials
• 1poundwhiteglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼poundwhiteglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 6-8dropspumpkinspicefragranceoil• 2dropsvanillaessentialoil
• 4-5dropsorangefoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In adoubleboilerovermediumheat,melt 1poundof the soapbase.Removefromheatandadd thepumpkinspice fragranceoilandcolorant.Pour into tartmoldsandallowtoset.Inanotherdoubleboiler,melttherestofthesoapbase.Removefromheatandaddthevanillaessentialoil.Whipuntilmixtureisfluffy,andpourontopofpumpkinsoaptartstomake“whippedcream”.Allowtoset.
October5
CaramelAppleSoaps
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼poundwhiteglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 4-5dropsappleessentialoil
• 2-3dropscaramelfragranceoil• Redandbrownfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler overmedium heat,melt the clear soap base. Remove fromheat,addappleessentialoilandredcolorant.Pourintosoapmolds,fillingthem¾ofthewayandallowtoset.Inanotherdoubleboiler,meltthewhiteglycerin.Remove fromheatandaddcaramel fragranceoilandbrowncolorant.Pourontopofredsoap,fillingmolds.Allowtoset.
October6
PumpkinSoap
Materials
• 1¼Cextravirginoliveoil• ¾Cpalmoil• 1½Ccoconutoil• ½Cricebranoil• 2ouncessheabutter• 2ouncescocoabutter• 5ounceslye• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 3ouncescannedpumpkinpuree• 2ounces
pumpkinfragranceoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe‘’MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
October7
FrenchVanillaSoap
Materials
• 2ouncescocoabutter• 1Ccoconutoil• ½Csunfloweroil• ¾Csoybeanoil• 2ouncesapricotkerneloil• 3ouncescastoroil• 1Cpalmoil• 1ouncelanolinbutter• 2ouncesFrenchvanillafragranceoil• 5
ouncessodiumhydroxideflakes• 1½Cpuredistilledwater• 5ounceslye
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe‘’MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
October8
FoamingBathSoap
Materials
• ½CliquidCastilesoap• 1Csweetalmondoil• ½Crawhoney• 1tspvanillaextract
Directions
Inaglassbowl,combineingredientsandstirgentlytoblend.Stiruntillightandfluffy,andtransfertoapumporsqueezebottle.
October9
LavenderBodyWash
Materials
• ½CliquidCastilesoap• ¼Cliquidaloevera• 1ouncerosehydrosol• ¼ounceeveningprimroseessentialoil• 15-20dropslavenderessentialoil
Directions
In a glass bowl, combine all of the ingredients. Stir gently to mix withoutcreatingbubbles.Transfermixturetoapumpbottle.
October10
ShavingSoap
Materials
• 14-ouncebarunscentedwhitesoap,finelygrated• 3tbspmilk• 2-3dropspeppermintessentialoil
Directions
Placethegratedsoapinasaucepanwiththemilk.Heatonlowandstiruntilthesoapflakesarecompletelydissolved.Removefromheatandaddthepeppermintessentialoil.Storeinacoveredglassjar.
October11
DeadSeaSaltSoap
Materials
• 12tbspmilk• 2tbspDeadSeasalt• 1tbspHimalayanPinksalt• 44-ouncebars
unscentedwhitesoap,finelygrated• 1tsphempseedoil• 1tspcocoabutter• 1tspsheabutter• 5-6dropslavenderessentialoil•2-3dropspeppermintessentialoil
Directions
In a saucepan, combine the grated soap and milk, and heat until soap iscompletelymelted.Stirintheoils,essentialoils,andsalts.Pourintosoapmoldsandallowtoset.
October12
RaspberrySoap
Materials
• ½Ccoconutoil• 1ouncecastoroil• 3Cextravirginoliveoil• 5ouncestallow• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 5ounceslye
• 3ouncesfreshraspberries,pureed• ½ouncesodiumlactate
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
October13
CoffeeSoap
Materials
• ¾Ccoconutoil• ½Csaffloweroil• 1Cricebranoil• ¼Csesameoil
• 1½Cpalmoil• ¼Cpalmkernelflakes• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 5ounceslye• ½Cstrongbrewedblackcoffee
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
October14
RosemaryMintSoap
Materials
• 1ouncerefinedillipebutter• 1ouncecocoabutter• 1Csoybeanoil• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Ccoconutoil• ¼Csweetalmondoil• ¾Cricebranoil• ½ouncebeeswax,grated
• 1ouncepalmkernelflakes• 1½Cpuredistilledwater• 5ounceslye
• 1ouncerosemaryessentialoil• ½ouncepeppermintessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
October15
BaconSoap
Materials
• 1Cbaconfat• ½Ccoconutoil• ½Ccastoroil• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 1ouncebaconfragranceoil•3.5ounceslye
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
October16
BlackCatSoap
Materials
• ½poundwhiteglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 3tbspliquidaloevera• 4-5dropsaniseessentialoil• Blackfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinethesoapbasewiththealoevera.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddtheaniseessentialoilandenoughcolorant to turn themixtureblack.Pour intocatmoldsandallowtoset.
October17
CauldronSoap
Materials
• ½poundwhiteglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 3tbspliquidaloevera• 4-5dropsaniseessentialoil• Blackfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinethesoapbasewiththealoevera.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddtheaniseessentialoilandenoughcolorant to turn themixtureblack.Pour intocauldronmoldsandallowtoset.
October18
BreastCancerAwarenessSoap
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil• 2tbspcocoabutter• 1tbspliquidaloevera• 4-5dropsroseessential
oil• 3-4dropspinkfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, combine soap base, coconut oil, cocoabutter, and aloe vera. When Ingredients have melted and blended together,remove fromheatandadd roseessentialoil andcolorant.Pour intobarmoldswiththeBreastCancerAwarenesslogo.
October19
BlackandOrangeStripedSoap
Materials
• ½poundwhiteglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ½poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 3-4dropsaniseessentialoil
• 3-4dropssweetorangeessentialoil• 3-4dropsorangefoodgradecolorantorsoapdye• 6-8dropsblackfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Placewhiteglycerinsoapbaseinonemicrowavesafebowl,andtheclearsoapbase inanothermicrowavesafebowl.Heat in30-second incrementsuntilsoapbasesaremelted.Addsweetorangeessentialoilandorangecoloranttotheclearglycerin. Add anise essential oil and black colorant to white glycerin. Pourenoughofoneof themixturesintothesoapmoldstocoverthebottoms.Let itset foracoupleofminutes, andpour the sameamountof thenextmixtureontop.Repeatuntilallof themoldsare filled.Youmayneed to re-melt thesoapmixturesacoupleoftimesbeforeyouarefinished.
October20
OatmealBananaSoap
Materials
• 2poundsplus1Cextravirginoliveoil• 2poundsplus1Ccoconutoil• 1poundplus½Cpalmoil• ¾Cricebranoil• ½Csheabutter
• 4½Cpuredistilledwater• 2½Clye• ½Cfinelygroundrolledoats• 1banana,black-ripeandmashed
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
October21
SaltSoap
Materials
• ½Ccocoabutter• ½Csheabutter• 2poundsplus1Cpalmkernelflakes• 1poundplus¼Cpalmoil• 1
poundplus½Cextravirginoliveoil• 1poundplus½Cricebranoil• 8½Cpuredistilledwater• 2½Clye
• ½Cbathwatercrystals• Essentialoilsofchoice
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
October22
EggSoap
Materials
• 1¼Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Cpalmoil• ½Ccoconutoil• ½Cpalmkernelflakes• ½Csaffloweroil• ¼
Ccastoroil• ½Cricebranoil• 1½Cpuredistilledwater• 5ounceslye
• 2eggyolks• 1tbspwhitekaolinclay• Essentialoilsofchoice
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
October23
GlycerinShavingSoap
Materials
• 1Ccoconutoil• 2¼Cpalmoil• ¾Cpalmkernelflakes• ¼Ccastoroil• ½Csaffloweroil• 1¼Cpuredistilledwater• 5ounceslye• 1ounceglycerin• ¼Cmarshmallowrootpowder• Essentialoilsof
choice
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
October24
All-PurposeCleaner
Materials
• 2tbspammonia• 1tspdishliquid• 1pintrubbingalcohol• 5-6dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Mixallof the ingredients together inaonegalloncontainer.Cover,andshakewellbeforeeachuse.
October25
AnotherAll-PurposeCleaner
Materials
• ½Cammonia• ¼Cvinegar• ¼Cbakingsoda• 1gallonwarmwater
Directions
Combine ingredients in a large bucket and use for cleaning all around yourhome.
October26
WindowCleaner
Materials
• ½tspdishliquid• 3tbspwhitevinegar• 2Cwater
Directions
Combineingredientsinaspraybottle.Shakewellbeforeeachuse.
October27
WindowCleanerII
Materials
• 3tbspammonia• 1tbspvinegar• 2Cwater
Directions
Combineingredientsinaspraybottle.Shakewellbeforeeachuse.
October28
GlassCleaner
Materials
• ½Cwhitevinegar• ¼Crubbingalcohol• 3-4dropsorangeessentialoil• 2Cwater
Directions
Combineingredientsinaspraybottle.Shakewellbeforeeachuse.
October29
LiquidLaundryDetergent
Materials
• 3pintswater• ⅓barwhiteCastilesoap,grated• ½Cwashingsoda• ½Cborax
• 1quarthotwater
Directions
Combineallingredientsexcepthotwaterinatwo-galloncontainer.Slowlyaddthehotwaterandstirtomix.Allowmixturetothickenfor24-48hours.Touse,add½Cofdetergenttowashloads.
October30
LiquidLaundryDetergentII
Materials
• 1CgratedwhiteCastilesoap• ½Cwashingsoda• ½Cborax• 2tbspglycerin• 2gallonswater
Directions
In a 5-gallon container, mix grated soap, washing soda, and borax. Add thewaterandglycerinandstirtomix.Touse,add½Cofdetergenttowashloads.
October31
PowderedLaundryDetergent
Materials
• 1CgratedNapthasoap• ½Cwashingsoda• ½Cborax
Directions
Combineallingredientsandstoreinacoveredcontainer.Touse,add1tbsptolightlaundryloadsand2tbspforheavyloads.
MakeYourOwnSoap–SuppliesYouwillNeedBeforeyoustartmakingany
typeofsoap,itisimportanttogatherupallofthesuppliesyouwillneed.Therearevarioussoap-makingprocesses,andtherearedifferenttoolsandingredientsusedineachtype.Thefollowingarethetoolsyouwillneedforthedifferentsoap-making
processes.
ColdProcessSoap-MakingSupplies• Doubleboilerorcrockpot• Stickblender• Woodenspoon•
Safetygear(apron,facemask,goggles,rubbergloves)• Soapingredients• Molds
HotProcessSoap-MakingSupplies• Doubleboiler• Woodenspoon• Apron• Safetygear• Soapingredients• Molds
MeltandPourSoap-MakingSupplies• Meltandpoursoapbase• Additivesandotheringredients• Apron• Woodenspoon• Molds
LiquidandFoamingSoap-MakingSupplies• Glassbowl• Woodenspoon• Apron• Puredistilledwater• Additivesandotheringredients• Pumpor
squeezebottles
OtherToolsYouwillNeed
Inadditiontotheabove-listedtools,thereareafewotherthingsyoumayneed.If you are using bread molds, line them with parchment paper so the soapdoesn’tstick.Youmayalsoneedglass jarsorothercontainers,and labelsandmarkerstolabelyourproductswiththedatestheyaremade.
November
ThismonthcelebratesThanksgiving,andthereareloadsofgreatsmellingsoaprecipes in this e-book to commemorate the holiday. Enjoy pumpkin scentedsoaps,aswellasliquidhandsoapsthathaveadeliciouscranberryscent.Besureto try out the recipes for scented laundry and dish soaps, as well as someawesomeshampoos.
November1
PumpkinSoap
Materials
• 1Cpalmoil• 1Ccoconutoil• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• ½Csunfloweroil• 2ouncessheabutter
• 1canpumpkin• 2ouncespuredistilledwater• 2ouncescastoroil• 5ounceslye• 2tbspfinelygroundoatmeal• 2dropscloveessentialoil• 4drops
nutmegessentialoil• 2dropspumpkinspiceessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthise-book.
November2
AppleCiderSoap
Materials
• 4ounceslye• 1Cpureapplecider• 2Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Ccoconutoil•
¼Ccastoroil• ¼Cmangobutter• ⅓Cavocadooil• 2-3dropsappleessentialoil• 1dropcinnamonessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
November3
MudSoap
Materials
• 1¼Cgrapeseedoil• 1Cpalmkernelflakes• 1Ccoconutoil• 1Chazelnutoil• ¼Csheabutter• 5ounceslye
• 1½Cpuredistilledwater• ¼Cseaclay
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
November4
NeemOilLiquidSoap
Materials
• 1CliquidCastilesoap• 2tbsporganicneemoil• 2tbspcocoabutter
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,meltthecocoabutter.Removefromheatandaddtheneemoilandcastilesoap.Transfermixturetoapumpbottle
November5
EasyLiquidSoap
Materials
• 1Cofflakesfromyourfavoritebarsoap• 1Cpuredistilledwater•1tbspglycerin
Directions
In a microwave safe container, melt the soap flakes in the microwave in 30-second increments. Add the glycerin and water, allow mixture to cool, andtransfertoapumpbottle.
November6
FoamingSoap
Materials
• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• ½Crawhoney• ½CliquidCastilesoap• 1tbspvanillaextract
Directions
In a glass bowl, combine all of the ingredients. Stirwell tomix, and transfermixturetoapumpbottle.
November7
RoseBodyWash
Materials
• ½CliquidCastilesoap• ¼Cliquidaloevera• 1ouncerosehydrosol• ¼ounceeveningprimroseoil• 20dropsroseessentialoil
Directions
Combineallingredientstogetherinaglassbowl.Stirwelltomix,andtransfertoasqueezebottleorapumpbottle.
November8
CitrusAll-PurposeCleaner
Materials
• Peelfromonelargeorange• 3Cdistilledwhitevinegar
Directions
Inaquartsizedglassjar,combineorangepeelandvinegar.Allowmixturetositinadarkareaforatleasttwoweeks.Strainandremovetheorangepeel.Storeinacoveredcontainer.Touse,mixonepartcleanertothreepartswaterinaspraybottle.
November9
FurniturePolish
Materials
• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• ⅓Cdistilledwhitevinegar
Directions
Combineingredientstogetherinaspraybottle.Touse,spraymixtureontoasoftclothandrubonwoodfurniture.
November10
FurniturePolishII
Materials
• 2Cextravirginoliveoil• ½Clemonjuice
Directions
Combineingredientstogetherinaspraybottle.Touse,spraymixtureontoasoftclothandrubonwoodfurniture.
November11
SimpleSprayCleaner
Materials
• 1Cdistilledwhitevinegar• 1Cwater
Directions
Combineingredientsinaspraybottle.Shakewellbeforeeachuse.Youmayaddyourfavoriteessentialoilsforanevenfresherscent.
November12
FloorCleaner
Materials
• 1Cwhitevinegar• 6-8dropsteatreeoil• ¼Cbakingsoda• ½Cammonia• 1gallonhotwater
Directions
Combineingredientsinascrubbucketandwashfloorsasusual.
November13
TubandShowerCleaner
Materials
• 1½Cwhitevinegar• 1¼Cdishliquid
Directions
Combineingredientstogetherinaspraybottle.Shakewellbeforeeachuse.
November14
CranberryGlycerinSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil• 1tbspsheabutter• 1tbspliquidaloevera• 5-6dropscranberry
essentialoil• 3-4dropsredfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, combine soap base, coconut oil, sheabutter, and aloe vera. When ingredients have melted and blended together,remove fromheat andaddcranberry essential oil andcolorant.Pour into soapmoldsandallowtoset.
November15
CornucopiaSoap
Materials
• 1poundwhiteglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil• 1tbspsheabutter• 1tbspliquidaloevera• 4-5dropspumpkinspice
fragranceoil• 3-4dropsorangefoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, combine soap base, coconut oil, sheabutter, and aloe vera. When ingredients have melted and blended together,removefromheatandaddpumpkinspicefragranceoilandcolorant.Pour intocornucopiashapedsoapmoldsandallowtoset.
November16
GraniteCleaner
Materials
• ½Crubbingalcohol• 2Cpuredistilledwater• 8-10dropsdishliquid• 4-5dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Combineallingredientstogetherinaspraybottle.Shakewellbeforeeachuse.
November17
BeerShampoo
Materials
• 1Cofyourfavoriteshampoo• 1Cbeer
Directions
Boil beer in a saucepan overmedium heat until it is reduced to¼C.Add toshampoo,mixwell,andtransfertoacleanshampoobottle.Useasnormal,andrinsewell.
November18
EasyShampoo
Materials
• ¼CliquidCastilesoap• ¼Cpuredistilledwater
Directions
Combineingredientstogetherinacleanshampoobottle.Useasyouwouldyournormalshampoo.
November19
HerbalShampoo
Materials
• ½Cpuredistilledwater• 2tbspdriedlavender• ½CEasyShampoo(November18)• 2tbspglycerin
Directions
Steeptheherbsinhotwatertocreateatea.Steepfor20minutes,andstrain.AddherbalteatoEasyShampooandglycerin,pourintoacleanshampoobottle,andallowmixturetositovernighttothicken.
November20
GreenAppleSoap
Materials
• 1poundsheameltandpoursoapbase• ⅓Ccoconutoil• Greenapplefragranceoil• 5-6dropsgreenfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler overmediumheat, combine the soap base and coconut oil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddthegreenapplefragranceoilandcolorant.Pourintosoapmoldsandallowtoset.
November21
SeashellSoap
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• ⅓Ccoconutoil
Directions
In a double boiler overmediumheat, combine the soap base and coconut oil.When ingredients have melted and blended together, remove from heat, pourintoseashellsoapmolds,andallowtoset.
November22
EmuOilSoap
Materials
• 2Cextravirginoliveoil• 1½Ccoconutoil• 1Cpalmoil• 1Cemuoil• ½Ccastoroil• ⅓Cavocadooil• ¼Ccocoabutter• ¼Cshea
butter• 1ouncejojobaoil• 1ouncericebranoil• 3Cpuredistilledwater• 8ounceslye
• Essentialoilsofchoice
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthise-book.
November23
InkSpotRemover
Materials
• 1tspcreamoftartar• 1tbsplemonjuice• Water
Directions
Applycreamoftartartothestain.Putthelemonjuiceontop,rubintothestain,andallowmixturetositfor2minutes.Brushawayandrinsewithwater.
November24
CreamyHouseholdCleanser
Materials
• 1Cbakingsoda• ½CliquidCastilesoap• 1tbspdistilledwhitevinegar• 8dropsteatreeoil
Directions
Combineingredientsinaspraybottle.Shakewellbeforeeachuse.
November25
CarWashSoap
Materials
• ½CliquidCastilesoap• ½Cbakingsoda• 1gallonwarmwater
Directions
Combineallingredientstogetherinalargebucket,stirringtomix.Applytocarwithasponge,wipe,andrinsewithclearwater.
November26
MildewCleaner
Materials
• 1½Cwarmwater• ⅓Cchlorinebleach• 1tbspborax
Directions
Combineallingredientstogetherinaspraybottle.Shakewellbeforeeachuse.
November27
AlmondOilSoap
Materials
• ½Csweetalmondoil• 1Ccoconutoil• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Cpalmoil
• 1½Cpuredistilledwater• 4.5ounceslye• 2tspalmondextract
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
November28
LemonGoat’sMilkSoap
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• ⅓Ccoconutoil• 2tbspliquidaloevera• 6-8dropslemonessentialoil• 4-5drops
yellowfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat, combine the soapbase, coconutoil, andaloe vera.When ingredients have melted and blended together, remove fromheat and add the lemon essential oil and colorant. Pour into soap molds andallowtoset.
November29
VegetableSoap
Materials
• 4Ccoconutoil• 3¾Cextravirginoliveoil• 4¼Cvegetableshortening• 12ounceslye
• 4Cpuredistilledwater• Essentialoilsofchoice
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
November30
MintFootSoap
Materials
• 1Ccoconutoil• 1¼Cricebranoil• 1¼Cextravirginoliveoil• ½Cpalmoil
• ¼Csheabutter• 5ounceslye• 1½Cpuredistilledwater• 1ouncepeppermintessentialoil• 1tbsp
finegroundpumicepowder
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
MakeYourOwnSoap–UsingEssentialOilsWhenitcomestomakingyourownsoap,nothingpersonalizeditmorethan
whenyoumakeitwithyourownsignaturescents.Inmostcases,youaregoingtobeusingessentialoilsforthesescents,aswellassomefragranceoils.Youwillevenbeusingdriedherbsandflowerstohelp
enhancethescents.Notonlywillessentialoilshelptogiveyouthescentsyoulove,
theyalsohaveanumberofhealingpropertiesthatmakethemidealforsoap-
making.
HealingOils
Ifyouarelookingforessentialoilstoaddtoyoursoaps,lookfortheonesthatwill help dry skin, skin conditions, scalp problems, etc. You can also findessentialoilsthataregreatforoilyskinandhair.Someofthemainessentialoilsthat have numerous healing properties, and that are used in soap-making,include:• Chamomile• Lavender• Rose
• Mint• Lemon• Orange• Sage• Grapefruit• Myrr• Frankincense• Eucalyptus• Ylangylang• Teatreeoil
ALittleGoesaLongWay
Becarefulwhenyouareusingessentialoils.Youonlyneedafewdropstogiveawholebatchofsoapafairlystrongscent.Startoutbyusingacoupleofdrops,andincreasingtheamountuntilthescentreachesthedesiredintensity.
December
SantaClausiscoming,andyoucanhelphimoutbymakingalotofgiftstogivetofamilyandfriends.Everyonelovesspecialtysoaps,andyoucanmakeyoursinholidayscents,oranyotherscent thatyou think therecipientswouldenjoy.Hand-madegiftsarealwaysthemostappreciated,andthismonth,youwillfindsomegreatrecipesforspecialtysoapsthatareperfecttouseasgifts.
December1
PineFloorCleaner
Materials
• 6dropspineessentialoil• 3dropscypressessentialoil• 1gallonwarmwater
Directions
Stiressentialoilsintothewarmwater.Useonfloorsimmediately.
December2
GingerbreadManMiniSoap
Materials
• 2-3ouncessolidglycerinsoapbase• 1tbspliquidaloevera• 1dropyellowfoodgradecoloring• 1droporangefoodgradecoloring
• 2dropsgingerbreadscent• 1dropgingeressentialoil
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,melttheglycerinwiththeliquidaloevera.When ingredientshavemelted together, remove fromheat andadd foodgradecoloring, gingerbread scent, and essential oil. Pour into gingerbread manchocolatemolds,andletsetforanhourorso.Wrapinwaxedpaper,orpokeaholeinthetopoftheheadsandstringredribbonthroughsothesoapscanalsobehungasscentedornaments.
December3
MintyFreshFloorCleaner
Materials
• 1gallonhotwater• 10dropspeppermintessentialoil• 10dropseucalyptusessentialoil• 10dropsorangeessentialoil
Directions
Pourthewater intoabucket,andaddtheessentialoils.Stir tomix,andusetoscrubyourfloorsandleaveaclean,freshscentthroughoutyourhome.
December4
LumpofCoalSoap
Materials
• 4ounceswhitemeltandpoursoapbase• 4ouncesclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 2tspactivatedcharcoalpowder• 1tspgoldfoodgradeglitter
• 5-6dropslicoricefragranceoil• Blackfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler overmediumheat, combine thewhite soapbasewith 1 tspcharcoalpowderand½tspglitter.Inanotherdoubleboiler,dothesamewiththeclear soap base. Remove both from heat and add licorice fragrance oil andcolorant.Pourmixturesalternatelyintocubeshapedsoapmolds,andstirwithasticktocombine.Allowtoset.
December5
OrangeCranberryStripedSoap
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• ½Ccoconutoil• 4dropscranberryessentialoil• 4dropssweetorangeessentialoil•
Redandorangefoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler overmediumheat, combine the soap base and coconut oil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheat.Divideinto two pots. In one pot, add cranberry essential oil and red colorant. In theother pot, add sweet orange essential oil and orange colorant. Pour 1 inch oforangemixture ina loafpanandallow to set.Next,pourona1 inch layerofcranberrymixture.Continueuntilallofthemixturesareused.Youwillneedtore-meltmixturesthroughouttheprocess.
December6
CandyCaneSoap
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• ½Ccoconutoil• 5-6dropspeppermintessentialoil• 4-5dropsredfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler overmediumheat, combine the soap base and coconut oil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddthepeppermintessentialoil.Dividemixtureinhalf,andaddcoloranttoonehalf.Pourintomoldsinlayerstocreateastripedpatternandallowtoset.
December7
OrangeCloveGlycerinSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ½Ccoconutoil• 5-6dropsorangeessentialoil• 3-4dropscloveessentialoil• 3-4
dropsorangefoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler overmediumheat, combine the soap base and coconut oil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddtheessentialoilsandcolorant.Pourintomoldsandallowtoset.
December8
ChristmasTreeSoap
Materials
• 1poundwhitemeltandpoursoapbase• ½Ccoconutoil• 4-5dropspineessentialoil• 3-4dropsgreenfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler overmediumheat, combine the soap base and coconut oil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddthepineessentialoilandcolorant.PourintoChristmastreemoldsandallowtoset.
December9
MenorahSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil• 4-5dropsfrankincenseessentialoil• 3-4dropsyellowfoodgrade
colorantorsoapdye• 1tbspfoodgradegoldglitter
Directions
In a double boiler overmediumheat, combine the soap base and coconut oil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheatandaddthefrankincenseessentialoil,glitter,andcolorant.Pourintomenorahmoldsandallowtoset.
December10
SantaClauseSoap
Materials
• 1poundwhiteglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ½Ccoconutoil•4-5dropspeppermintessentialoil• 4-5dropsredfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler overmediumheat, combine the soap base and coconut oil.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheat,addthepeppermintessentialoil,andseparatemixtureinto2bowls.Addthecoloranttoonebowl.PourwhitemixtureintothebeardsectionsoftheSantaClausemold,andthencarefullypourtheredmixtureontop.Allowtoset.
December11
HolidayDishLiquid
Materials
• 2Cunscenteddishliquid• 3-4dropssweetorangeessentialoil• 2dropscloveessentialoil
Directions
Combineingredientsinaglassbowlandstirwelltomix.Transfermixturetoanemptydishliquidbottle.
December12
LemonGuestSoaps
Materials
• 1poundsheameltandpoursoapbase• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• 8-10dropslemonessentialoil
• 6-7dropsyellowfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler overmedium heat, combine the soap bases.Whenmelted,removefromheatandaddthelemonessentialoilandcolorant.Pourintomoldsandallowtoset.
December13
RedCandySoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼Ccoconutoil•5-6dropscandyapplefragranceoil• 3-4dropsredfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinesoapbaseandcoconutoil.Wheningredients havemelted and blended together, remove from heat and add thecandyapplefragranceoilandcolorant.Pourintomoldsandallowtoset.
December14
SnowmanSoap
Materials
• 1poundwhitemeltandpoursoapbase• 2-3dropsblackfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In amicrowave safe bowl,melt the soap base in themicrowave in 30-secondincrements.Remove¼Cofthemixtureandaddblackcolorant.Fillinthefacialfeatures,buttons,hat,etc.insnowmanmoldswithblackmixture,andfilltherestofthewaywithwhitesoap.Allowtoset.
December15
HeavyDutyHouseholdCleanser
Materials
• ½Cborax• ½lemon
Directions
Cut the lemon in half and dip into the borax. Scrub glass, tiles, etc. with theborax-coatedlemonandrinsewithclearwater.
December16
StovetopGreaseRemover
Materials
• ½Cammonia• 1gallonhotwater• 5-6dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Stirtheammoniauntilitissudsy,andaddthewaterandlemonessentialoil.Touse,dipaspongeorclothintothemixtureandrubontothestovetop.
December17
StainRemoverforWhites
Materials
• 2Cpowdereddishwasherdetergent• 2Cliquidchlorinebleach• 2gallonshotwater
Directions
Combineingredientsinalargebasin.Placeclothinginthemixture,andletsoakfor20minutestoremovestains.
December18
3-in-1Cleaner
Materials
• 1Cdistilledwhitevinegar• 2Cpuredistilledwater• 1tbspliquiddishsoap• 10dropslemonessentialoil• 10dropspineessentialoil
Directions
Combineall ingredients together inaspraybottle.Shakewellbeforeeachuse.This can be used as an all-purpose cleaner, a window cleaner, and a roomdeodorizer.
December19
UpholsteryCleaner
Materials
• ½Cliquiddishdetergent• ½Chotwater
Directions
Combine ingredients in a glass bowl and whip with beaters or a whisk untilmixtureisfluffy.Useaspongeoraragtoapplytostains,andrinsewithclearwater.
December20
CarpetCleaner
Materials
• ¼Csalt• ¼Cborax• ¼Cwhitedistilledvinegar• 4-5dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Inaglassbowl,mixingredientstogethertoformapaste.Applypastetostainsonthecarpet,letitsitforafewhours,andthencleanwithasteamcleaner.
December21
YogaMatSprayCleaner
Materials
• ¼Cwarmwater• ¾Cwhitedistilledvinegar• 2dropspeppermintessentialoil• 2dropschamomileessentialoil• 3dropsteatreeoil
Directions
Combineallingredientsinaspraybottle.Shakewellbeforeeachuse.
December22
AntifungalCleaningSpray
Materials
• ¼Cwarmwater• ¾Cwhitedistilledvinegar• 10dropslemongrassessentialoil• 2dropsteatreeoil
Directions
Combineallingredientsinaspraybottle.Shakewellbeforeeachuse.
December23
CharcoalSoap
Materials
• 2½Cextravirginoliveoil• 1¼Ccoconutoil• 1¼Cpalmoil•1Cavocadooil• ¼Ccastoroil• 2tbspactivatedcharcoalpowder• 8-10dropsaniseessentialoil• 2½Cpuredistilledwater• 7ounceslye
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthise-book.Makeablackandawhitebatch,andpouroneontopoftheotherinthemolds,andswirlwithastirstick.
December24
SheaButterSoap
Materials
• 2Ccoconutoil• 2¼Cextravirginoliveoil• 2Cpalmoil• ½Csheabutter• 2Ctallow
• 10ounceslye• 3Cpuredistilledwater
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
December25
HoneybeeSoap
Materials
• 4Cextravirginoliveoil• 2Cpalmoil• 3Ctallow• 9ounceslye• 1tbsprawhoney• 3Cpuredistilledwater•
Essentialoilsofchoice
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
December26
SimpleColdProcessSoap
Materials
• 2Ccanolaoil• 2Ccoconutoil• 2Cpalmoil• 7ounceslye• 2Cpuredistilledwater
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
December27
CinnamonSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 3tbspliquidaloevera• 2vitaminEcapsules
• 5-6dropscinnamonessentialoil• 3-4dropsredfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, combine the soap base, aloe vera, andliquid from vitamin E capsules. When ingredients have melted and blendedtogether, remove from heat and add the cinnamon essential oil and colorant.Pourintosoapmoldsandallowtoset.
December28
OrangeCinnamonSoap
Materials
• 2Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Ccoconutoil• 1Cpalmoil• 5ounceslye• 2Cpuredistilledwater• 8-10dropsorangeessentialoil• 5-6drops
cinnamonessentialoil• Redfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
December29
LemonGingerSoap
Materials
• 2Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Ccoconutoil• 1Cpalmoil• 5ounceslye• 2Cpuredistilledwater• 15dropslemongrassessentialoil• 5drops
gingeressentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
December30
RosemarySpearmintSoap
Materials
• 2Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Ccoconutoil• 1Cpalmoil• 5ounceslye• 2Cpuredistilledwater• 10dropsspearmintessentialoil• 10drops
rosemaryessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthise-book.
December31
AppleSpiceSoap
Materials
• 2¼Ccanolaoil• 1Ccoconutoil• 2¼Cextravirginoliveoil• 1½Cpuredistilledwater• 6ounces
lye• 1tbspapplepiespice• 4-5dropsappleessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthise-book.
BonusSoapRecipesMiniE-Book
TableofContents
Introduction1)UnscentedGlycerinSoap2)CitrusGlycerinSoap3)DrySkinSoap4)SnowGlobeSoap5)EasterChickadeeSoap6)PeppermintFootSoap7)Kids’LetterSoap8)TomatoBasilSoap9)pHBalancedNon-LatheringShampoo10)ShampooforNormalHair11)DandruffShampoo12)ShampooforDamagedHair13)HairLossShampoo14)Home-Made“Oxy”Cleaner15)FloorSweeperSolution16)FloorSweeperSolutionII17)Home-MadeFloorSweeperPads18)Copycat“409”Cleaner19)Super-SimpleColdProcessSoap20)CucumberSoap21)MoisturizingSoap22)BasicColdProcessSoap23)LaundryPowder24)LaundryPowderII25)LaundryPowderIII26)FabricSoftener27)DryerSheets28)WatermelonShampooBar29)MangoSoap
30)HoneyOatmealHotProcessSoap31)OrangeSoap32)AloeandJojobaShampooBar33)VanillaFigSoap34)SummerRainSoap35)ChocolateTruffleSoap36)TubandShowerCleaner37)ToiletBowlCleaner38)ToiletBowlCleanerII39)Copycat“GooGone”40)Copycat“Clorox”Spray41)ColdProcessGoat’sMilkSoap42)KitchenHandSoap43)SeaweedSoap44)Home-MadeCastileSoap45)HoneycombSoap
Conclusion
Introduction
Becauseyoulovedthe“365SoapRecipesfor365Days”e-book,wehavemoregreat recipes for you to try.Here are an additional 45 bonus soap recipes foreverything from facial care to soap to bath products and even householdcleaners.
UnscentedGlycerinSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ½Ccoconutoil• 2tbspliquidaloevera• 2vitaminEcapsules
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combine thesoapbase,coconutoil,aloevera,andtheliquidfromthevitaminEcapsules.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheat,pourintosoapmolds,andallowtoset.
CitrusGlycerinSoap
Materials
• 1poundwhiteglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ⅓Ccoconutoil• 2tbspsheabutter• 2tbspliquidaloevera• 5-6dropslemonessentialoil• 2dropspink
grapefruitessentialoil• 3dropssweetorangeessentialoil• 3-4dropsyellowfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,combinethesoapbase,coconutoil,sheabutter, and aloe vera. When ingredients have melted and blended together,removefromheatandaddessentialoilsandcolorant.Pourintosoapmoldsandallowtoset.
DrySkinSoap
Materials
• ½Ccocoabutter• ½Csheabutter• 1Cpalmoil• 2Ccoconutoil• 2½Csoybeanoil• 1Cavocadooil• 2Cextra
virginoliveoil• ½Cgrapeseedoil• 4Cpuredistilledwater• 13ounceslye
• 2ouncesofessentialoilsofchoice• Colorantsofchoice
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthe“365SoapRecipesfor365Days”e-book.
SnowGlobeSoap
Materials
• 1poundplus¼poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• ¼poundwhiteglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 2tbspliquidaloevera
• 2-3dropsgingerbreadfragranceoil• 2-3dropsbrownfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye• 5-6dropsredfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye• Gingerbreadmancandymold• Siliconecakepopsmold
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, combine the soap base and aloe vera.Wheningredientshavemeltedtogether,place1Cofthemixtureintoaseparatecontainer.Addthegingerbreadfragranceoilandcoloranttothesmalleramount,fillthegingerbreadmantraysandallowtoset.Re-melttheothermixtureifithasset. Fill the cake popmolds½ inchwith clearmixture and allow to set for acoupleofminutes.Place thegingerbreadmenon top,andfillmolds to½inchfromthetop.Inaseparatedoubleboiler,meltthewhitesoapbaseandaddtheredcolorant.Fillmoldstherestofthewaywiththeredmixture.
EasterChickadeeSoap
Materials
• ½poundwhitemeltandpoursoapbase• 2-3dropslemonessentialoil• 3-4dropsyellowfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,meltthesoapbase.Removefromheatandadd lemon essential oil and colorant. Pour into chickadee “peeps” molds andallowtoset.Ifyoulike,reserveatinybitofthesoapmixture,coloritblack,anddotonsomeeyes.
Kids’LettersSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearglycerinmeltandpoursoapbase• 2tbspliquidaloevera• Variouscolorsoffoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
In a double boiler over medium heat, combine the soap base and aloe vera.Wheningredientshavemeltedandblendedtogether,removefromheat.Separateinto small glass containers, and add the various colorants. Pourmixtures intolettercandymoldsandallowtoset.
TomatoBasilSoap
Materials
• 2ouncescocoabutter• 2ouncessheabutter• 1Cpalmoil• 1Ccoconutoil• 1½Cextravirginoliveoil• 5ounceslye• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 1tbsppowderedbasil• 5-6dropsbasil
essentialoil• 1Cripepureedtomatoes• 1tbspwalnutshellpowder
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthe“365SoapRecipesfor365Days”e-book.
PeppermintFootSoap
Materials
• 1Ccoconutoil• 1Cricebranoil• 1Cextravirginoliveoil• ½Cpalmoil
• ¼Csheabutter• 5ounceslye• 1½Cpuredistilledwater• 1ouncesweetalmondoil• 1ounce
peppermintoil• ½ounceteatreeoil• 1tbspwalnutshellpowder• 1tbspfinelygroundpumicepowder• 1tsptitaniumdioxide
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthe“365SoapRecipesfor365Days”e-book.
pHBalancedNon-LatheringShampoo
Materials
• 1½Ccoconutmilk• 1¾Caloeveragel• 2-3dropsorangeessentialoil
Directions
In aglassbowl,mix the coconutmilk, aloeveragel, andorange essential oil.Transfermixture to ice cube trays and freeze.To use, thawout one cube andwashhairasnormal.Remember,thisshampoowillnotgiveyoualather.
ShampooforNormalHair
Materials
• 1CliquidCastilesoap• ½Ccoconutmilk• ½Crawhoney• 4tbspcoconutoil• Liquidfrom4vitaminEcapsules• 60drops
orangeessentialoil• 30dropslavenderessentialoil
Directions
In a glass bowl, combine all of the ingredients and stir gently tomixwithoutcreating bubbles. Transfer to a clean shampoo bottle. Shakewell before eachuse.
DandruffShampoo
Materials
• 1CliquidCastilesoap• ½Ccoconutmilk• ½Crawhoney• 4tbspcoconutoil• Liquidfrom4vitaminEcapsules• 20drops
lemonessentialoil• 20dropslavenderessentialoil• 20dropsteatreeoil• 20dropsrosemaryessentialoil
Directions
In a glass bowl, combine all of the ingredients and stir gently tomixwithoutcreating bubbles. Transfer to a clean shampoo bottle. Shakewell before eachuse.
ShampooforDamagedHair
Materials
• 1CliquidCastilesoap• ½Ccoconutmilk• ½Crawhoney• 4tbspcoconutoil• Liquidfrom4vitaminEcapsules• 40drops
clarysageessentialoil• 30dropslavenderessentialoil• 30dropswildorangeessentialoil
Directions
In a glass bowl, combine all of the ingredients and stir gently tomixwithoutcreating bubbles. Transfer to a clean shampoo bottle. Shakewell before eachuse.
HairLossShampoo
Materials
• 1CliquidCastilesoap• ½Ccoconutmilk• ½Crawhoney• 4tbspcoconutoil• Liquidfrom4vitaminEcapsules• 20drops
rosemaryessentialoil• 20dropspeppermintessentialoil• 20dropscedarwoodessentialoil• 20dropslavenderessentialoil
Directions
In a glass bowl, combine all of the ingredients and stir gently tomixwithoutcreating bubbles. Transfer to a clean shampoo bottle. Shakewell before eachuse.
Home-Made“Oxy”Cleaner
Materials
• 3Chydrogenperoxide• 3Cbakingsoda• 6Cwater
Directions
Combineallingredientsinacontainerandletsitovernightbeforeusing.Touse,addabout1Cofthemixturetoeachlaundryload.
FloorSweeperSolution
Materials
• 4Chotwater• 1Clemonjuice• 3Cwhitedistilledvinegar
Directions
Combineall ingredients intoanemptycontainer.Coverand shakewellbeforeeachuse.
FloorSweeperSolutionII
Materials
• 2quartswater• 2tbspMurphy’sOilsoap
Directions
Combineingredientsintoanemptycontainer.Coverandshakewellbeforeeachuse.
Home-MadeFloorSweeperPads
Materials
• 1yardmicrofiberoranoldbathtowel• Scissors
Directions
Cutfabricintorectanglesthatwillfitoveryoursweeperhead,makingsurethatthere is at least an inch overlapping all theway around for tucking it into thesweeper.
Copycat“409”Cleaner
Materials
• 2tbspwhitedistilledvinegar• 1tspborax• ⅛Cdishliquid• 1Chotwater• 5-6dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Combineallingredientstogetherinaspraybottle.Shakewellbeforeeachuse.
Super-SimpleColdProcessSoap
Materials
• 5Cextravirginoliveoil• 5ounceslye• 2Cpuredistilledwater• 6-8dropslavenderessentialoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthe“365SoapRecipesfor365Days”e-book.
CucumberSoap
Materials
• 2Ccanolaoil• 4Ccoconutoil• 3½Cextravirginoliveoil• 2½Cpalmoil• ½Csheabutter• 2Cpureedcucumber(includingpeels)• 2½Cpuredistilledwater• 1½Clye
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthe“365SoapRecipesfor365Days”e-book.
MoisturizingSoap
Materials
• ½Cavocadooil• 2Ccoconutoil• 1½Cpalmoil• ¼Csheabutter• 1Csoybeanoil• ½Csunfloweroil• 7ounceslye
• 2Cpuredistilledwater• Essentialoilsofchoice
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthe“365SoapRecipesfor365Days”e-book.
BasicColdProcessSoap
Materials
• ¼Ccastoroil• ½Ccocoabutter• ½Ccoconutoil• 1½Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Cpalmoil
• 4ounceslye• 1½Cpuredistilledwater• Essentialoilsofchoice
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthe“365SoapRecipesfor365Days”e-book.
LaundryPowder
Materials
• ¼Cwhiteclaypowder• 12Cborax• 10Cbakingsoda• 3½Csodiumlaurylsulfate• 1-2tbsplemon
essentialoil
Directions
Combineclaypowderandessentialoil.Addtherestoftheingredients,mixwell,andstoreinacoveredcontainer.Touse,add1Cofpowderperlaundryload.
LaundryPowderII
Materials
• 1barwhiteCastilesoap• 1Cborax• 1Cwashingsoda
Directions
FinelygratetheCastilesoap.Addboraxandwashingsoda,andmixwell.Storeinacoveredcontainer.Touse,add2-3tbspperlaundryload.
LaundryPowderIII
Materials
• 1barwhiteCastilesoap• 1Cbakingsoda• 1Cwashingsoda
Directions
FinelygratetheCastilesoap.Addboraxandwashingsoda,andmixwell.Storeinacoveredcontainer.Touse,add2-3tbspperlaundryload.
FabricSoftener
Materials
• 1Chairconditioner(anykind)• 3Chotwater
Directions
Pourconditionerandwaterinacleanfabricsoftenerordetergentjug.Coverandshakewellbeforeeachuse.
DryerSheets
Materials
• Fabricsoftener(fromaboverecipe)• Sponge
Directions
Soak a sponge in the home made fabric softener (or fabric softener of yourchoice)andplaceitinthedryerwithyourlaundry.
WatermelonShampooBar
Materials
• 1½Ccoconutoil• 2½Cextravirginoliveoil• 1½Ccastoroil• 2Cpuredistilledwater• 6ounceslye
• 1ouncewatermelonfragranceoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthe“365SoapRecipesfor365Days”e-book.
MangoSoap
Materials
• 1Ccoconutoil• ½Csheabutter• ¼Csweetalmondoil• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 3ounceslye
• ½ouncemangofragranceoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthe“365SoapRecipesfor365Days”e-book.
HoneyOatmealHotProcessSoap
Materials
• 2Cextravirginoliveoil• 1Ccoconutoil• 2ouncessweetalmondoil• 1ouncemeadowfoamoil• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 4ounceslye
• 1tbspfinelygroundoatmeal• 1tbsprawhoney• Essentialoilsofchoice
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthe“365SoapRecipesfor365Days”e-book.
OrangeSoap
Materials
• 1Cbabassuoil• 1Ccoconutoil• ¼Csheabutter• ¼Ccocoabutter• 1¼Cextravirginoliveoil• ¼Csweetalmondoil• ⅔Capricot
kerneloil• 1½Cpuredistilledwater• 5ounceslye• 1ounceorangefragranceoil• ½tspyellowironoxidepigmentpowder
• ¼tspredironoxidepigmentpowder
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthe“365SoapRecipesfor365Days”e-book.
AloeandJojobaShampooBar
Materials
• ½Ccoconutoil• ½Cpalmoil• ½Cillipebutter• ½Csheabutter• ½Cjojobaoil• ½Cricebran
oil• 1½Csoybeanoil• 5ounceslye• 1Cpuredistilledwater• 3ouncesliquidaloevera• Essentialoilsof
choice
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthe“365SoapRecipesfor365Days”e-book.
VanillaFigSoap
Materials
• 1½Cextravirginoliveoil• ¾Cpalmoil• 1½Ccoconutoil• ¼Cricebranoil• ¼Csheabutter• 1ounce
lanolin• 5ounceslye• 1½Cpuredistilledwater• 2ouncesvanillafragranceoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthe“365SoapRecipesfor365Days”e-book.
SummerRainSoap
Materials
• 1poundclearmeltandpoursoapbase• 3ouncesOceanRainfragranceoil
• 3-5dropslightbluefoodgradecolorantorsoapdye• 2dropslightgreenfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,meltthesoapbase.Removefromheatandaddthefragranceoilandcolorants.Stirtomixcolorants,pourintosoapmolds,andallowtoset.
ChocolateTruffleSoap
Materials
• 1poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• 5-6dropschocolatefragranceoil• Brownfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye• Trufflemolds
Directions
Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,meltthesoapbase.Removefromheatandaddthefragranceoilandcolorants.Stirtomixcolorants,pourintosoapmolds,andallowtoset.
TubandShowerCleaner
Materials
• 1Cwater• ½Chydrogenperoxide• ½Cwhitedistilledvinegar• 1tspliquidCastilesoap• 10-15dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
Combineallingredientstogetherinaspraybottle.Shakewellbeforeeachuse.
ToiletBowlCleaner
Materials
• ¾Cbakingsoda• 1-2tbspliquidCastilesoap• 5dropsteatreeoil• 5dropslemonessentialoil
Directions
CombinebakingsodaandCastilesoaptocreateapaste.Addtheessentialoilsandusemixturetocleantheinsideofyourtoiletbowl.
ToiletBowlCleanerII
Materials
• 1Cbakingsoda• 1Cwhitedistilledvinegar• 15dropsteatreeoil• 5dropslavenderessentialoil
Directions
Combinebakingsodaandessentialoilstocreateathickpaste.Addvinegarandpourintotoilet.Cleanasnormal.
Copycat“GooGone”
Materials
• 1Cvegetableoil• 2Cbakingsoda
Directions
Inaglassbowl,combine ingredients tocreateapaste.Transfermixture intoacoveredjar.Touse,applytostickyspotswithfingersorasponge,rubitintothespot,andrinsewithclear,warmwater.
CopycatCloroxSpray
Materials
• 2½Cwater• ½tbsp.chlorinebleach
Directions
Combineingredientsinaspraybottle.Shakewelltouse.
ColdProcessGoat’sMilkSoap
Materials
• 5Cextravirginoliveoil• 4Ccoconutoil• 2¼Cpalmoil• 12ounceslye• 4Cgoat’smilk• 1Cfinelygroundoatmeal• 4tbsprawhoney
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthe“365SoapRecipesfor365Days”e-book.
KitchenHandSoap
Materials
• 4Cextravirginoliveoil• 2Cpalmoil• 2Ccoconutoil• ½Ccocoabutter• 4Cstrongcoffee,chilled• 9
ounceslye• 1ouncecoffeefragranceoil
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthe“365SoapRecipesfor365Days”e-book.
SeaweedSoap
Materials
• 1Ccoconutoil• 1ouncegrapeseedoil• 4Cextravirginoliveoil• 2Cpuredistilledwater• 5.5ounceslye
• 2soakedsheetsofnori
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–ColdProcess”sectionofthe“365SoapRecipesfor365Days”e-book.
Home-MadeCastileSoap
Materials
• 6Cextravirginoliveoil• 6ounceslye• 1¾Cpuredistilledwater
Directions
Followtheinstructionsinthe“MakeYourOwnSoap–HotProcess”sectionofthe“365SoapRecipesfor365Days”e-book.
HoneycombSoap
Materials
• ½poundgoat’smilkmeltandpoursoapbase• 1ounceessentialoilsofchoice• ½tspbeepollenpowder• 2tbsprawhoney• 4-5dropsyellowfoodgradecolorantorsoapdye• Bubblewrap
Directions
Lineroundsoapmoldswithbubblewrapsothebubblesarefacingupwards.Inadoubleboilerovermediumheat,meltthesoapbase.Removefromheatandstirinbeepollenpowder,honey,essentialoils,andcolorant.Pourintopreparedsoapmoldsandallowtoset.Whensoapshaveset,peelawaythebubblewrapforahoneycombappearance.
Conclusion
Wehopeyouhaveenjoyedtheseadditional45soaprecipes.Onceyougetusedtomakingyourownsoaps,feelfreetochangeupanyoftheserecipestomakeyourownspecialblendsforskinandhaircare,andhousecleaning.
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