Cold Process Soap
A traditional method using olive oil, palm oil and coconut oil.
- Measure oils and lye accurately.
- Combine the mixtures at a controlled temperature.
- Cure the unmolded soap for 4-6 weeks.

Learn about cold process and transparent soap making, required materials and essential safety rules in one guide.
A traditional method using olive oil, palm oil and coconut oil.
A more advanced method using glycerin, sugar and ethanol that requires strict fire safety.
In home soap making, oils, water and accurately calculated lye combine through saponification. Recipe quantities vary according to the oils used and must be verified with a professional lye calculator. Detailed material lists, equipment, steps and a checklist are available in the updated PDF guide below.
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