Prepare your workspace: Ensure cleanliness and proper ventilation. Assemble all ingredients and wear safety gear.
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Mix the lye: Slowly pour the sodium hydroxide into distilled water and stir until it dissolves. Be cautious as this mixture heats up rapidly.
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Heat the oils: Melt the organic oils and maintain a temperature of around 110°F.
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Combine lye and oils: Once both mixtures reach similar temperatures (around 110°F), slowly add the lye solution into the oils while continuously mixing.
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Blend to trace: Use a stick blender to mix until the soap reaches 'trace'—a light pudding-like consistency.
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Add fragrance and color: Incorporate any essential oils, herbs, or natural colorants into the mixture, ensuring even distribution.
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Pour into molds: Transfer the soap mixture into the prepared molds, smoothing the surface if necessary.
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Insulate and cure: Cover the molds with a towel and allow them to sit undisturbed for 24-48 hours.
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Remove and cut: Once hardened, remove the soap from the molds and cut into bars.
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1. Cure for 4-6 weeks: Place the soap bars in a well-ventilated area to cure for about 4-6 weeks, turning occasionally.