This thread is in reply to a blog post by keystone entitled "Soap Making Time".
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Aug 27, 2011 6:48 PM CST
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Name: Sandy Coffman
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what do you use in your soaps/
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Aug 29, 2011 8:16 AM CST
Name: Sherry
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I use a variety of oils, but coconut oil and olive oil are my two main ingredients. I also use shea butter alot, and if I'm making a facial soap, I will use jojoba, macadamia, and avocado oils.
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Aug 29, 2011 10:15 AM CST
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Name: Sandy Coffman
Jacksonville, Florida
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That sounds good.
Mom and I have problems with soap because of the fragrant they put in them.
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Aug 29, 2011 11:09 AM CST
Name: Sherry
West-Central PA (Zone 5b)
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I do use synthetic fragrance oils, but I can make soap without it. Essential oils are usually easier on the skin, but the saponification process soemtimes "eats" the scent and it ends up not smelling like anything all. Lemongrass essential oil is one that I have found that stays intact in the soap. Key Lime essential oil is also one that stays fairly well.
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Aug 29, 2011 5:57 PM CST
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Name: Sandy Coffman
Jacksonville, Florida
I helped plan and beta test the plant database. Forum moderator Charter ATP Member I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Region: Florida Dog Lover
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I can use some of the Essential oils but not all. Peppermint is one that I use when I get a headach.
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Aug 31, 2011 9:07 AM CST
Name: Sherry
West-Central PA (Zone 5b)
Charter ATP Member I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Hybridizer Region: Pennsylvania Cat Lover Daylilies
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Newver tried peppermint essential oil in soap, although I do have an essential oil called Japanese Peppermint. I know it's kind of boring, but you might be one of those people who does better with soap that has no scent at all.
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Aug 31, 2011 12:50 PM CST
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Name: Sandy Coffman
Jacksonville, Florida
I helped plan and beta test the plant database. Forum moderator Charter ATP Member I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Region: Florida Dog Lover
Birds Butterflies Amaryllis Seed Starter Lover of wildlife (Black bear badge) Hummingbirder
That is what I usually get.
I use the peppermint oil straight not in a soap
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