Anise and star anise has been used in folk medicine and is known for their medical abilities. Anise seed and anise essential oil are especially effective against fungi, including yeasts and dermatophytes. But anise also has great potential as an odor stopper due to its astringent properties. In this recipe, we use anise in two ways: Make an …
Why not make your own pet shampoo and save money while making your very own balanced soap? But before you start, check with your veterinarian. Lye-based shampoo may be wrong for your pet for many reasons – like the height pH, e.g. (Remember, all recipes on this site are to be used at your own …
Did you know you can use soy wax in soap recipes? You definitely can, but you have to pay attention to if your soy wax is cosmetic grade. You cannot use unpure cheap wax that is meant for candle making. Look for the name Soybean, fully hydrogenated soy wax when you shop for soy wax …
We use boiled beer for this recipe Beer soap is very modern and is supposed to be very bubbly and has a wonderful foam. There are, however, mixed opinions on this. Some say the extra bubbles come from the natural sugars in the beer, but anyhow, this is a wonderful and nourishing soap. Beer in …
This soap recipe is specifically composed for those who don’t like to use palm oil in their household. To get a longer-lasting bar, we added some vinegar – You can use apple cider vinegar or any other you like, as long as it is 5% acetic acid. Read more about how and why we add …
This is a fun project if you want to make soap that looks like chocolate. But it is also a lovely soap with all the nourishing abilities of Cocoa Butter and Cocoa Powder. What does Cocoa Butter do for a soap recipe? Cocoa Butter is an ancient skincare product and has many benefits. Cocoa butter …
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Many people with sensitive skin love Dove Soap, but this would be a fun project if you like to make your own soap. Dove is an excellent soap, and one of the main reasons is that it is made of derivates from tallow or palm oil. But did you know that Dove sensitive skin soap …
Would you like to make your own soap on a budget? Here is the recipe for you!The soap is still very nourishing and a wonderful soap for later experiments, without ruining you. The cheapest recipe is made from leftover animal fats from cooking, we have a recipe on that HERE but if you (like most …
With this recipe, you will get all the benefits of the beeswax in your soap. It makes a nice hard bar of soap, and your skin will love it. Beeswax is a strong anti-inflammatory and helps heal wounded or irritated skin. Furthermore, beeswax is high in vitamin A, which has been found to support cell reconstruction …
This is a perfect soap for mature skin. It is made from Rapeseed Oil, Coconut Oil, and Shea Butter. It has an easy swirl pattern, made from just layering the batter and swirled with a spoon. The soap is added a little beeswax and the colors are from cocoa powder and turmeric. The soap is …
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