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MP Soap: Holly Leaves
Project Level: Intermediate
Estimated Time: 1 Hour
Yields: (3) 6 ounce bars
So cute for the holidays!!
INCI Ingredient Label: Propylene Glycol, Sorbitol, Glycerin, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Stearate, Sodium Myristate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Triethanolamine, Water, Fragrance, Ultramarines, Castor Oil, Red 30 Lake, Titanium Dioxide, Diazolidinyl Urea, Methylparaben, EDTA, Benzophenone 4
Ingredients
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1 Pound(s)
Crafter's Choice Ultra White Soap
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2 Ounce(s)
Crafter's Choice Extra Clear Soap
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1/2 Ounce(s)
Crafter's Choice O Christmas Tree Fragrance
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1 ml(s)
Crafter's Choice Liquid Lake - Red 30
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3 ml(s)
Crafter's Choice Liquid Pigment - Woodland Green
Equipment
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Mold: Holly Leaves
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Beaker - Microwave Safe Plastic
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Double Boiler
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Droppers - Plastic
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Gloves
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Ladle
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Measuring Cup - Small Plastic, 1 oz
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Plate - Disposable Paper
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Rubbing Alcohol with Fine Mist Sprayer
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Scale - Digital
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Soap Slicer/Cutter
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Spoon
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Stove Top
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Thermometer - Digital
Directions
Using a soap slicer, cut soap into 1-2 inch pieces. The soap slicer is dull and perfect for this project. Do not use a knife as it is very sharp and the soap is slippery. The knife could slip causing injury.Using the plastic beaker, melt 1/2 oz. clear soap base in the microwave and color the soap red. Repeat with a second beaker and an addtional 1 1/2 oz of clear soap base colored green.Use a dropper to fill the outlines of the candy canes with colored soap. You may need to remelt the soap if it hardens too quickly. You can reheat this beaker directly in the microwave for 5 seconds at a time.On stove top, melt white soap in a double boiler (the double boiler prevents burning).Measure fragrance and add to the completely melted white soap. Apply a fine mist spray of rubbing alcohol to the colored soap outlines (in the mold). This step will prevent the outline from falling off the soap during the unmolding process. When white soap cools to 130º F, carefully ladle the soap into the molds.Lightly mist the top of the melted soap with rubbing alcohol. This will cause any bubbles to pop and give your soap a shiny surface.The easiest way to unmold soap is to place it in the freezer for about 20 minutes. Remove from freezer and rest for 3-5 minutes. The mold expands as it warms and helps the soap slide out. Turn the mold upside down. Press very lightly if soap does not slide out. The soap is ready to use after unmolding. If you plan to sell your soap, wrap it immediately. Options are plastic wrap, shrink wrap or cello bags. Proper packaging keeps the fragrance strong. Don't forget to label the soap to complete the package. Label according to FDA cosmetic label guidelines.
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Estimated Prices
• Cost $1.15
• Retail $5.00
• Wholesale $2.50
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