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- Tea Tree & Charcoal Soap
If this is your first time making cold process soap, please visit this blog post first: https://www.charmedhandmade.com/post/the-beginner-s-guide-to-making-cold-process-soap-with-recipe Recipe Mold Size - 65 oz Extra Skinny Soap Mold Ingredients 6.38 oz - Sodium Hydroxide (Lye) 12.96 oz - Distilled Water 26.22 oz - Olive Oil 11.5 oz - Coconut Oil 4.6 oz - Shea Butter 3.68 oz - Castor Oil 1.15 oz - Tea Tree Essential Oil 1 tbsp - Activated Charcoal Hawaiian Black Salt (optional) Directions Gather your supplies. Put on your gloves, safety glasses, and long sleeves. Be sure to be in a well-ventilated area free of pets, children, or those that need supervision. Measure out the required amount of lye into a lye safe container . Into a different lye safe container, measure out the distilled water. Slowly pour a small amount of lye into the distilled water and stir. Continue this until your lye is fully dissolved in the distilled water. Set aside to cool. Always pour the lye into the liquid, never the other way around. In a heat-resistant bowl, measure and melt the Shea butter and coconut oil. After your Shea butter and coconut oil are liquified, pour the olive oil and castor oil into that same heat-resistant bowl. Also, measure out your tea tree oil in a separate container and set aside. Add the 1 tablespoon of activated charcoal to your oil mixture and mix thoroughly with a silicone spatula or other mixing utensil. Once your oil mixture and your lye solution are both in the 70 - 80 degrees Fahrenheit range (or are at room temperature), slowly pour the lye solution into the oils and mix with a stick blender until it has formed an emulsion (can no longer be separated). This typically takes just a few seconds. Add the essential oil to the batter and mix with your mixing utensil. After the essential oil has been stirred in, mix again with the stick blender until medium trace is achieved. Pour the soap mixture into the mold evenly and tap on a hard surface to release air bubbles. To add decoration to your soap, use a mini spatula or a similar tool to scrape the top of the soap horizontally about ⅔ of the way across, do this repeatedly all the way down your soap. On the other third sprinkle Hawaiian black salt. Spray 99% isopropyl alcohol on top of the soap in order to help prevent soda ash. Let your soap sit in the mold for at least 24 hours then unmold and cut into bars ( I do 1 inch bars). Allow your soap to cure for 4-6 weeks on a drying rack or wax paper in a cool, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight. Download the SoapCalc recipe here
- Flower Shower Steamers
Supplies Mooncake mold Medium sized bowl Sieve (optional) Whisk or mixing utensil Scale Teaspoon Ingredients 230g Baking Soda 125g Citric Acid 15g Kaolin Clay 3/4 tsp Fragrance Oil or Essential Oil 1 tsp Witch Hazel 1/4 - 1/2 tsp Mica Directions In a medium sized bowl, combine baking soda, citric acid, kaolin clay, and mica. Mix ingredients thoroughly. Be sure to break down any clumps. I find it easiest to sift the ingredients. Add fragrance oil/essential oil to dry ingredients. Slowly pour the witch hazel into the dry mixture. The witch hazel will make the mixture begin to activate so be sure to mix with a whisk while adding the witch hazel. Mix until it can be firmly squeezed and hold together. Loosely pack mixture into mooncake mold then press onto table or level surface. Let shower steamers dry for 24-48 hours then shrink-wrap or put in airtight container.
- The Beginner’s Guide to Making Cold Process Soap with Recipe
Have you ever wanted to make your own cold process soap? It may seem daunting at first, but with the right materials and a bit of practice, anyone can make quality cold process soap! In this blog post, we’ll break down the basics of making cold process soap from scratch. Step 1: Gather Your Materials First, you’ll need to gather all the necessary items for your soap-making project. You will need a digital scale, a soap mold, a stick blender, a thermometer, and lye safe mixing bowls and utensils. You will also need ingredients like lye, distilled water, solid oils (like coconut or palm oil), liquid oils (like olive oil or castor oil), essential oils or fragrance oils if desired, and any additional ingredients like herbs, micas, and clays. Make sure to use proper protective gear like goggles and gloves when handling lye. Please check out our article on lye safety or watch this video before making your first batch of soap. Step 2: Mix Your Lye Solution The next step is mixing your lye solution. Using a lye safe container, measure out your lye using a digital scale. Next, measure out the distilled water in a separate lye safe container. Once both are measured out, carefully pour lye crystals into the distilled water— never add water to lye ! Add the lye crystals slowly while stirring continuously until all the lye has dissolved into the water. Once again, be sure to wear safety goggles, gloves and clothing that covers your arms and legs, as lye is caustic and can cause serious burns when handled improperly. Additionally, always mix your lye solution in a well ventilated area free of pets, children, or those that need supervision. Always pour your lye into the water. Here, I am using polypropylene cups from Dollar Tree as my lye safe containers. Step 3: Measure Out Your Oils While the lye solution cools, in a separate heat-safe container, measure out your solid and liquid oils. Heat this mixture until the solid ingredients are fully melted. In a small container, measure out your fragrance oil or essential oil and set aside. Step 4: Create Your Soap Mixture Once your oil mixture and your lye solution are both in the 110-120 degrees Fahrenheit range, it’s time to make soap! Start by slowly pouring your cooled off lye solution into your oils and mix with a stick blender/immersion blender , making sure to avoid introducing air bubbles. Blend for about 20 seconds or until the oil and lye solution are mixed together then add any fragrances, herbs, clays, or colorants you want to use. Begin mixing again and keep blending until the mixture reaches a trace, which is when it thickens and leaves a trail on the surface. At this point, the mixture has formed an emulsion, meaning that the lye solution and oil mixture can no longer be separated. You can test trace by drizzling some soap mixture over itself. This mixture has a medium trace. Step 5: Pour the Mixture into the Mold Pour the mixture into the mold , making sure to remove any air pockets by tapping the mold gently on a hard surface. Then, cover the mold with the lid or cardboard to insulate the soap, allowing it to set for 24-48 hours. Slowly pour soap into soap mold Step 6: Cut and Cure the Soap Once the soap has set, remove the soap from the mold and cut it into bars with a knife or a soap cutter . Then, place the bars onto a drying rack and let them cure for 4-6 weeks. During the curing process, the soap will harden, and the chemical reactions will complete, making it safe to use. Let your soap cure on a shelf with space between each bar Making cold process soap requires patience but once you understand how each ingredient works together it becomes easier over time. As you become more experienced, you can experiment with different ingredients and techniques. Remember to store your soap in a cool and dry place and enjoy your beautiful and personalized soaps. Happy soap making! Recipe Ingredients 3.92 oz - Sodium Hydroxide (Lye) 7.95 oz - Distilled Water 18.20 oz - Olive Oil 7.00 oz - Coconut Oil 1.40 oz Castor Oil 1.40 oz - Cocoa Butter (I use deodorized cocoa butter) 0.88 oz - Fragrance Oil Directions Gather your supplies. Put on your gloves, safety glasses, and long sleeves. Be sure to be in a well-ventilated area free of pets, children, or those that need supervision. Measure out the required amount of lye into a lye safe container . Measure out the required amount of water into a separate lye safe container. Slowly pour the lye into the water and stir. Set aside to cool. In a heat-resistant bowl, measure and melt cocoa butter, olive oil, castor oil and coconut oil. You may need to microwave mixture in order to get it to 110-120 degrees Fahrenheit for the next step. Also, measure out your fragrance oil in a separate container and set aside. Once your oil mixture and your lye solution are both in the 110-120 degrees Fahrenheit range, slowly pour the lye solution into the oils and mix with a stick blender until it has formed an emulsion (can no longer be separated). This typically takes just a few seconds. Add fragrance oil and mix with a stick blender until you get to a medium trace then immediately pour into soap mold. Be sure to scrape sides of the container with a spatula or other utensil in order to get all of your mixture into the mold. Use a small spoon to add texture to the top of the soap or leave flat topped. Spray 99% isopropyl alcohol on top of the soap in order to help prevent soda ash. This step is optional. Let your soap sit in the mold for 24 to 48 hours then unmold and cut into 1 inch bars. Allow your soap to cure for 4-6 weeks on a drying rack or wax paper in a cool, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight. Download the SoapCalc recipe here
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- WHOLESALE PRODUCTS | Charmed Handmade
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- WHOLESALE MASKS | Charmed Handmade
CLAY FACIAL MASKS PACKAGING Packet Dimension - Approx. 2.4"x 3.5" Bulk Mask Bag - Approx 10.2" x 7.1" DIRECTIONS Packets - Mix entire bag of powder with 1/2 to 1 tsp of water in a small dish until paste is formed. For a thinner mask, add a few more drops of water until you achieve the desired consistency. Apply mask to a clean face with fingertips or foundation brush. Let sit for up to 10 minutes and wash off with lukewarm water. Bulk - Mix 1-1 1/2 tsp of mask powder with 1/2 to 1 tsp of water in a small dish until paste is formed. For a thinner mask, add a few more drops of water until you achieve the desired consistency. Apply mask to a clean face with fingertips or foundation brush. Let sit for up to 10 minutes and wash off with lukewarm water. INGREDIENTS Rose Clay Mask/Calm - White Kaolin Clay, Rose Kaolin Clay, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour, Matricaria Recutita (Chamomile) Flower, Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Fruit Powder Charcoal Mask/Detox - Kaolin Clay, Bentonite Clay, Carbo Activatus (Activated Charcoal) White Clay Mask/Purify - White Kaolin Clay, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour, Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium) Oil Matcha Mask/Rejuvenate - Kaolin Clay, Illite (Green Clay), Matcha, Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Powder Turmeric Mask/Restore - Kaolin Clay, Moroccan Lava Clay, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Matricaria Recutita (Chamomile) Flower, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Oil PLEASE NOTE For external use only. Please do a patch test on hand or arm if you have sensitive skin to be sure it will work well for you. If you have irritation, please discontinue using the mask. PACKET NET WEIGHT Rose Clay Mask - 0.17 oz Charcoal Mask - 0.18 oz White Clay Mask - 0.18 oz Matcha Mask - 0.15 oz Turmeric Mask - 0.18 oz MASK BAG WEIGHTS Rose Clay Mask - 400 g Charcoal Mask - 400 g White Clay Mask - 400 g Matcha Mask - 400 g Turmeric Mask - 400 g
- WHOLESALE EXFOLIATING MASK | Charmed Handmade
EXFOLIATING ENZYME MASK PACKAGING Packet Dimension - Approx. 2.4"x3.5" Net Wt. - 0.25 oz DIRECTIONS After cleansing, apply mask and let sit for 5 to 10 minutes. Wash off with water and follow with toner, serum and/or moisturizer. INGREDIENTS Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Leaf Juice), Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Ananas Comosus (Pineapple Fruit) Extract, Carica Papaya (Papaya Fruit) Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Glycerin, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Alcohol, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetateil PLEASE NOTE For external use only. This face mask may make your face a little red after using, this is typical and will calm. Please do a patch test on hand or arm if you have sensitive skin to be sure it will work well for you. If you have irritation, please discontinue using the mask.