by Eugene Smith
Fats and oils, water, and lye were the traditional ingredients used to create soap. Synthetic materials constitute the majority of ingredients used in commercial soaps today. Skin irritation and worsening of symptoms of eczema and related skin disorders are side effects frequently experienced by people who use these soaps. Natural soap making kits and procedure are available to those who are concerned about using only quality soaps, the health benefits they may receive by using home made soap, and the impact of commercial soaps on the environment.
Natural Soap Making Kits
'Melt and pour' and 'cold process' kits are different types of kits available. They come with all the ingredients you will need for making you own soap. Cold process kits are the more popular variety.
Kits often favour the use of oils derived from vegetables, grains and nuts as these are chemically superior to animal fats, are more readily absorbed by the skin and won't clog up pores or cause eczema. Ingredients used in kits might include avocado oils, palm oil, Shea butter, edible coconut oil, essential oils, dried herbs, botanicals and food grade pigments.
Lye
The additive responsible for turning fat and oil into soap is called lye. Other names for it are caustic soda and sodium hydroxide. Being caustic, it can burn your skin if you get some on you. Wearing rubber gloves and eye goggles, together with long sleeves and shoes, can prevent corrosion. Keep it away from painted walls as it can strip the paint off. Find somewhere with plenty of fresh air, preferably outside, as it can cause irritation to your lungs.
How it works
Directions for making soap will be included with your kit, or written in a recipe. Basically, you will heat the fats and oils, then add lye and water that have been prepared to the same temperature.
The prepared mixture is poured into a suitable container, covered and left for twenty-four hours or so. Then, when it's set, it is cut into bars. These should be left for a further three to eight weeks to cure completely.
Learn the steps to (http://how-to-make-your-own-soap.blogspot.com/) soap making procedure by going online. Find the best in (http://how-to-make-your-own-soap.blogspot.com/) soap making kits to help your job be easier. Head online today.
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