oatmeal milk and honey soap recipe hot process

However, you will need to use a larger crockpot to cook it in, which might affect how long the soap cooks. Both honey and beeswax are amazing ingredients to use in soap making but both can cause so many issues. :). Any tips or tricks? Melissa. You can sprinkle lavender on top of soap, but if you mix it into the soap itself, it usually turns kind of a gray-brown color (often compared to mouse droppings!) When curing, should I cover the bars or just stand them upright? Stick blend it really well, then pour in your cooled lye solution and make the soap like normal. I have been reading up all over the place on making soap & I am ready–supplies finally in hand–to start my first batch. Welcome to my video for those of you who are beginners to the hot process soap making method. Hi Stefanie! I presume that I need to smack it harder on the counter. I was using an old crockpot for soap making, but in a fit of spring cleaning, threw the base out. Oils, liquid and lye should all be measured by weight. The only option for a noticeable honey-like scent is a fragrance oil, or for an alternative that’s more natural, you could scent it differently with something like lavender or lemongrass essential oil. “Soap weight before CP cure or HP cook” then it gives the total in pounds, ounces and grams. Immediately after I cut it or later? I scrolled through the comments and didn’t see if someone asked this so if they did, I am sorry for a repeat. My last 2 HP, the EO hardly stayed and I’ve been reading about flash points. Hi Jan, I made this but forgot to add the last bit of oil at trace. Quaker Oats states on their web site that they aren’t gluten free due to cross contamination issues during harvest & transport, so we buy specially grown gluten free ones for baking at our house – but you are right that many people don’t need to worry about that aspect and hopefully no one will be eating their soap! I have made old fashioned hot process kettle soap for many years. When I have an idea for a soap, or bath bomb, I always go to your books and blog for a recipe first and they are always winners! PS: This is my first Facebook video! I need to order some more oils soon, I’ll have to get some and try it out in a few recipes! I just love the way it turned out. I had to be a little careful with the end that had the lid as the bottom but it went very well. I would like to try putting a pretty stamp on my soaps. This is the Vaseline phase. This combination of oils took a little longer to trace but was almost as easy to mold as the cold process recipes I used. No, it is not necessary to discount liquid for honey as the amount is small and it is added after the cook. I like to add that two different ways. :). Ensure that there are no pets or children in your working area. Wear gloves & shoes! I appreciate you letting us know how it does need stirring often. Hooray for making your first soap! The one main difference between cold process and hot process is, like you said – the superfat stage. Someone once described the perfect texture as being similar to pressing on a block of colby jack cheese (firm but with a little give to it) and that’s a pretty good description! Instead of the tamanu or rosehip oil, you can use any skin loving oil OR melted shea/mango/cocoa butter OR just omit it. Oats have been known to have a soothing effect on skin while honey, which is a humectant, is good for moisturising and softening. Hi Kennise! I mean it’s firm but it if you squeeze it it feels soft. I can smell my lemongrass essential oil. Now it is just so thick and not bubbling up on the sides of the crockpot or anything as it usually does? Perfect for test batches.) Preparation. Our great-grandmothers used wood ashes to make their own version of lye (but it was an unreliable strength), while today we have one standardized product that turns out nice and gentle soaps every single time. If you have an older crock pot that’s slow to warm up, you may need to preheat it before adding your oils. Hi Anne, I’m glad to know you like the site! Use this recipe linked at the top of this post: Best, Roberta, Hi Roberta! Do you have any ideas. In this hot process soap recipe I am using the Oatmeal, Milk and Honey fragrance oil from Nurture Soap. […], hi, at what temp do i add the lye mixture to the oil mixture? While oatmeal is the star of this recipe, I think bar soap can never have too many soothing ingredients. I typed up a comment earlier but I don’t see it so I’ll try again. This way it would last longer in the shower. optional: 20 to 36 grams of your favorite essential oils or fragrance oils (you will need a little over 30 milliliters bottle the equivalent of about one fluid ounce).Maybe try almond, vanilla, clove and/or cinnamon. Hi Aimee, I’m so sorry that happened! Hi Wendy! Hi Pat! 1.) #soap #making #forbeginners #howtomake #homemade #babysoap #forsensitiveskin #gentle #recipe #easy #hotprocess #healingharvesthomestead Starting out in my soap-making, I didn’t have any molds so I started using the abundance of raison containers my family goes thru. Can’t wait to be able to un-mold it and see what it’s like. Two simpler recipes to start with are Oatmeal & Honey Soap (cold process) or Hot Process Oatmeal & Honey (make in your […], Hi Karen! I was wondering how long it would take to hot process soap on the stove–I have a granite ware stock pot that boiled water sticks to, but think it will be just fine for soap making–rather than in a crockpot. When soap is still oily feeling that long out of the mold, it often means there wasn’t enough lye for the amount of oils. So, I tried using my good crock pot instead. Mine has hard, white clumps in it…from overheating? Just set it into the sink and fill with warm water. You have such a fantastic sight (love your humor and pictures). “Yield of this soap is almost 42 ounces, or 2 lbs 10 oz. But they are still yummy. Did you see my reply on Facebook too? If you enjoyed this soap recipe, be sure to sign up for my newsletter HERE to get my best herbal projects, soap ideas, and DIY body care recipes sent straight to your inbox, once per month. I agree – soap making is a lot like a science experiment! Make an all natural soap like this wonderful sounding Homemade Oatmeal and Honey Soap from the Nerdy Farm […], Hi Here the soap takes on a shiny appearance similar to that of petroleum jelly, hence the name Vaseline phase. This recipe makes around 9 soap rounds, but if you use a loaf shaped mold, it will probably be more like 7 or 8 bars. Grind the oats. Tips on how to make your oatmeal, honey & milk soap. Oatmeal, Milk & Honey fragrance is the perfect comfort scent for fall and winter. Goat milk … Omit the lavender essential oil so that it will be unscented. Overheating can make milk scorch in soap, so before making a milk recipe hot process (in your crockpot) you might want to read over this article first for some general guidelines: :) Will it still be okay to use? :), […] Crock Pot Oatmeal Soap | Selling Handmade Products | Honey & Dandelion Soap […]. Also I have made two batches now and the soap is not getting hard-is that normal? You may need to stir it down, but I usually don’t worry about stirring, until the hour has passed. I simply cut into the top of the can and peeled it away. I’ve had that happen before with honey soaps in the crockpot. I usually just let it rest overnight and cut the loaf into bars the following morning. Not a big deal. Can your cold processed recipes be made as hot processed? 2nd Topic… Can I use goats milk with this recipe?I’ve only made one batch of soap, so I a new’be:) If I can use goats milk how would it affect the overall softness/hardness? I have also used a pvc pipe, 2 or 2 1/2 inches wide, lined with parchment paper. For that reason, I don’t suggest mixing it in a whole batch, but you could try mixing in a little bit to see what you think. Hi Katrina, I’m so happy to hear that you & your family like the recipe! 20 oz Olive oil; 10 oz Coconut oil; 2 oz Castor oil; 12 oz Distilled … Set the lye solution aside to cool while you prepare the oils. Sometimes too, when scale batteries are about to go, they won’t measure things out correctly. (Yield is calculated by adding weights of oil + liquid + lye). :). You will need to change the lye amount to 3.8 ounces, but otherwise follow the recipe as is. Just wonder if I could use beer in place of the water. Thanks! Stir until mixture is moisture free. Great idea – I love the inventiveness and using what you have! Even though it says to do it within 24 hours, I’ve waited longer before and still had it turn out okay. Might be a good experiment to try! If you look at the picture below you can see where it appears that the oil is separating from the soap and floating to the top. My family loves it and its so soothing and luxurious. Hello! I thank you & anyone else that may answer this question in advance. “Trace” means that the mixture has thickened enough so that when you drizzle some of the soap batter across itself, it leaves a visible trail or impression for a few seconds before sinking back in. I really want to make hot process soap because of the “age” times involved with the cold process soaps. Proceed with the next step. Today my batch turned a very dark brownish color, I did everything the same but added a little more lavender to the soap. No mint smell. Do you use any essential oils to scent this soap? I don’t want to order any of the special oils; can I make this with just olive and coconut oils? :), Hi Jan, I love their convenience, but they were getting unpredictable for me! Thank you so much. The advantage of hot process recipes are that the bars are ready almost immediately, rather than having to wait the month or more before you could use Cold Process soap. You can also use a bread pan, lined with parchment or freezer paper, or even a small (lined) shoe box. I have done a few hot process soaps before. I’ve had that happen and the soap is still completely usable in that state. You can sprinkle dried lavender on top of soaps, but if you mix it into soap, it will eventually turn an unattractive brownish-gray. Cant wait to try it. The total oil weight should be 27.5 oz. Well, I was pleasantly surprised at how easy this was to mold. After logging in you can close it and return to this page. Grape seed oil does have lots of benefits – it’s light and absorbs easily into the skin. Thanks so much for your help. See more ideas about soap recipes, soap, home made soap. :). The only thing i’m a little insecure about is the hardness of the bars. Another issue with making soap with honey … One question, could jojoba oil be substituted for the meadowfoam oil? Hello, I”m back to report that I made this soap and it came out fantastic. If the first attempt results in the soap sticking to the stamp, wait several hours or a day longer before trying again on that same test bar. Also, before attempting to make any cold process soap, please become familiar with soap making safety. It shouldn’t turn out overly soft, but I do tend to like a lot of high olive oil recipes that need a longer cure time to really firm up. Now I’m thinking I should have stopped sooner? The Goat’s Milk Soap Base from my farmers market is sold in packs of two one pound blocks. Can I add dried lavender? That’s good to know about the Pringles can; we can’t eat them since we’re gluten free here, so I wasn’t really sure what they are like inside! I think the can itself is aluminum lined. Decorate the top of soap with whole oats. It sounds like you’re quickly getting the hang of it too. Thank you for making this easy to follow for a beginner like me! Should I leave them to dry out more? Hi Jenny! When your soap is cool sufficiently, add the honey, oats and fragrance oil. :). js.src = "//connect.facebook.net/en_US/sdk.js#xfbml=1&version=v2.9"; You must use an accurate scale to make soap. I hope that helps & happy soapmaking! Good luck with your soap making adventures! Let the soap sit in the mold for around 24 hours. Oats have been known to have a soothing effect on skin while honey, which is a humectant, is good for moisturising and softening. I would keep the butter amount the same though, so the soap doesn’t end up too superfatted. But, if it still smells good, then you could try rebatching it. Thanks. I’m not sure why except that I like the natural smell; the slight oats smell that it seems to carry with it. I tried to smoosh the chunks into a mold, but I don’t think that is going to work out so well. Can this soap be made using the cold process method? Ah, I see what you’re saying. I’ve not tried this recipe on the stove top, but it should be a similar process. When you poured the lye solution into the oils, did you notice a hard layer of lye stuck to the bottom of the mixing container? Hi Leah! Thanks for all that you do & I sincerely hope the holidays were good for your family. Thanks for letting me know how the Pringles container worked – I’ve been curious about that! MY DAY! Hi! 700g olive oil 300g coconut oil. I love your web page! I made a classic favourite – oatmeal and honey. Here is where your soap should reach the separation phase. Additive and oatmeal at light trace. Would this recipe work with the cold process method and I just add the oatmeal, honey and rosehip oil at trace? The website thenerdyfarmwife.com, operating under Honey Bee Hill Creatives LLC, is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. If making cold process, I’d reduce the water amount to 8.5 to 9 ounces, so it reaches trace and unmolds a little more easily. now to get better with HP. Do you think it was the fragrance oil? Have you or anyone else used milk in place of the water in this recipe? Thank you!? :). If it starts rising up in the crockpot, stir it down so it won’t overflow or “volcano” out onto your counter. Would it be ok to add a little dried lavender? I just tried making this soap, and it was an epic fail :( I should also mention that it was my first time ever making soap, so I’m quite sure it was my error. I’m glad it went well for you! Hi Michelle, Hooray for making your first batch of soap!! PRESCRIPTION GLASSES AREN'T ENOUGH. Hi Kristy! Oh goodness! If you can’t use sweet almond oil, try avocado, apricot kernel or even more olive oil instead. Hi I’m new to soap making.I tried my first batch last night and it seemed to go well until the cooking part.I reached trace and put it on low but instead of bubbling the middle just raised up and got kind of hard.It had a cake look.Do you know what I’m doing wrong? If not, is it a pleasant scent without? =), Thank you Kathy! Thanks! I would go ahead and put the soap in your prepared mold and let it sit for 24 hours then check again. :). Hi Karen! I used just one to make about 4 soaps and saved the rest for another recipe. https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/2015/05/hot-process-soap-recipe.html You sure can use individual molds, especially if you’re making melt and pour soap. I appreciate your heads up! Would it matter that I measured the coconut oil as a solid? https://thenerdyfarmwife.com/oatmeal-honey-soap-recipe-palm-free-gluten-free/ So excited to try this recipe, Hi Elise! I thought I could perhaps use the fact that the hot process soap has finished reacting by the time additives were added to add milk powder to make milk soap – what do you think? I’m happy to hear that you liked the recipe & it turned out well for you! I haven’t tried doubling it, to know for sure how it’d do, so would recommend making it in batches. You can use your soap right way, but it will last longer if you let it cure for three or four weeks first. I usually use the lye calculator at Majestic Mountain Sage, so probably used that one to create the recipe, but this is what I get when I input it in SoapCalc. Keep me updated with how it goes! Stir. I have just made my first batch of hot process soap! You should be able to safely double the amount of oats & honey in the cold process recipe (and adjust even higher or lower if you want to experiment – just don’t do TOO much more honey or it will overheat & could make your soap too soft). Weigh out your water and weigh out your sodium hydroxide. Can I omit or substitute tamanu oil or rosehip oil? Your definitely an inspiration! Happy to help! I wanted to wait until Spring to make any more soap, because my last batch cooled down too fast and I had to reprocess it. I wonder if perhaps your last hot process recipe might have benefited from more water? 2 tablespoons of honey. The lye will get extremely hot and give off very strong fumes during this time. When using the Pringles can do you line it with something? As an Amazon Asssociate we earn from qualifiying purchases. The Crafter’s Choice Regular Silicone Loaf Mold – 1501 will fit this recipe perfectly. I’m glad you enjoy the recipe! Well it’s been almost 2 hours, and when I check for lye, the lye is still really strong. Going by the pictures of how the soap should look at 15-30-45 minutes mine didn’t look like that. 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