
Can I use my Pyrex® jug to make lye?
There have been quite some debates around the use of Pyrex jugs in soap making. Should you use it? Is it safe to use? What about shattering? This article clarifies some of those questions around Pyrex jugs. […]
There have been quite some debates around the use of Pyrex jugs in soap making. Should you use it? Is it safe to use? What about shattering? This article clarifies some of those questions around Pyrex jugs. […]
Ok, I admit it, this sounds like a sales pitch, but did you know that NZSMA members get 10% off purchases from major suppliers in New Zealand, such as Lotus Oils, Pure Nature, Zen Designs and […]
What food does a soap maker eat? Pretzels of course! Check out this recipe for delicious authentic tasting soft pretzels made the original way by dipping into lye. […]
We love the warm, balmy summer evenings, if only it weren’t for those pesky sandflies and mosquitos! And despite the best insect repellents, long trousers and socks, you’re bound to get a sting a two. […]
Water is one of the main ingredients in soap making, but how important is it really? What kind of water should you be using? And how much? What are the effects of water in soap making? […]
If you want to make good soap, it helps if you know your chemistry, but it doesn’t need to be explained in a complicated way with lots of chemical formulas. […]
I’ve joined Amy’s Soap Challenge Club! The soap I created for this month’s challenge is a simple, yet sophisticated soap, that symbolises several aspects of Japanese culture: rice, green tea, the rituals of bathing, and simple, pure ingredients. Every ingredient in this soap has both function and meaning! […]
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