This handcrafted cold process soap is a natural, nourishing cleanser made through a traditional method that combines rich oils and lye to create a gentle and moisturizing bar. It begins with a blend of shea butter and coconut oil, both known for their skin-loving properties. Shea butter deeply hydrates and soothes, rich in vitamins A and E, while coconut oil adds cleansing power and creates a luscious, fluffy lather.
The process starts by carefully mixing sodium hydroxide (lye) with distilled water to initiate saponification—the chemical reaction that turns oils and lye into soap. Once cooled, the lye solution is blended with the melted oils and butters, then whipped until it reaches "trace"—a pudding-like consistency.
At this stage, pure essential oils are added to infuse the soap with natural fragrance, offering aromatherapeutic benefits without synthetic additives.
The soap is then poured into molds and left to cure for 4 to 6 weeks, allowing excess moisture to evaporate and the bar to harden. The result is a long-lasting, skin-nourishing soap that cleanses without stripping, ideal for those seeking a natural, handcrafted alternative to commercial body washes.
This handcrafted cold process soap is a natural, nourishing cleanser made through a traditional method that combines rich oils and lye to create a gentle and moisturizing bar. It begins with a blend of shea butter and coconut oil, both known for their skin-loving properties. Shea butter deeply hydrates and soothes, rich in vitamins A and E, while coconut oil adds cleansing power and creates a luscious, fluffy lather.
The process starts by carefully mixing sodium hydroxide (lye) with distilled water to initiate saponification—the chemical reaction that turns oils and lye into soap. Once cooled, the lye solution is blended with the melted oils and butters, then whipped until it reaches "trace"—a pudding-like consistency.
At this stage, pure essential oils are added to infuse the soap with natural fragrance, offering aromatherapeutic benefits without synthetic additives.
The soap is then poured into molds and left to cure for 4 to 6 weeks, allowing excess moisture to evaporate and the bar to harden. The result is a long-lasting, skin-nourishing soap that cleanses without stripping, ideal for those seeking a natural, handcrafted alternative to commercial body washes.
