Tuesday, January 26, 2010

MAD ABOUT SOAPING


I. can't. get. enough. I made another batch of soap last night! This second attempt went much smoother than Saturday night's first run. Once again, I can't wait to make my next brew. I'm mad I tell ya, MAD!

I followed the same recipe as before but this time I used an essential oil blend of Rose hip & Jasmine for the scent and BrambleBerry.com's fuchsia coloring. I also tried my hand at making a swirl pattern in the mold. Even though I'm not a fan of pink, I think the bars (pictured above) turned out lovely, don't you? They also smell so freaking good! I stop and huff them every time I walk by ;)

Speaking of scent. I've been reading The Essential Oils Book by Collen K. Dodt and I'm fascinated by the therapeutic benefits of all the different essential oils. I want to learn as much as I can about all the essential oils and more consciously incorporate special blends into my future batches of soap.   

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