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by Melanie Kaufman
In the world of natural skincare, the choice between essential oils and fragrance oils is a critical decision that directly impacts ...
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by Melanie Kaufman
A while back I was at a local market and was checking out one of the vendors handmade soaps. I picked up a peppermint scent and brought it to my no...
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cold process soap,
cruelty free,
essential oil soap,
essential oils,
hand cut,
handmade,
lye,
natural soap,
plant based,
safe soap making,
safety,
saponification,
small batch,
soap
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by Melanie Kaufman
People ask me all the time if my soap contains lye. The short answer is yes. In order for it to be soap, it must contain lye. Trust me, when...
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cold process soap,
cruelty free,
essential oil soap,
essential oils,
hand cut,
handmade,
lye,
natural soap,
plant based,
safe soap making,
safety,
saponification,
small batch,
soap
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by Melanie Kaufman
Saponification is the name given to the chemical reaction by which an alkali (usually sodium hydroxide aka lye) reacts with fats and oils to make...
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cold process soap,
cruelty free,
essential oil soap,
essential oils,
hand cut,
handmade,
natural soap,
plant based,
saponification,
small batch,
soap
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