Eucalyptus Soap Recipe

Oxides like to clump and it s a pain in the butt.

Eucalyptus soap recipe.

You can use the standard soap recipe. When it s all melted you can mix in all the ingredients. Eucalyptus essential oil is frequently used in soaps due to. 15 drops eucalyptus oil.

1 1 ounces of eucalyptus essential oil. Eucalyptus is a potent antiseptic oil that can help heal skin ailments relieve skin irritations and aid in wound care. Swirl the two halves together using a spoon. Eucalyptus essential oil is used to open airways and clear congestion which makes this a great soap for the cold and flu season.

Honey in any soap naturally benefits skin thanks to its antibacterial properties that can also brighten up a dull complexion. I use a blend of white and clear soap base to give this homemade eucalyptus soap recipe its beautiful layer of colors. The smallest of sniffs will sent its minty. The amounts do not need to be even but should be around 1 4 of the full batch for each container.

Bring your soap to a thin trace and add the scent blend and white mica. The 1 pound batch. Pour half the soap into your mould. Use an immersion blender to thoroughly blend the clay into the soap otherwise you will have little clumps.

I like to mix my oxides with a bit of white mica using the back of a spoon to break up the clumps. I love that you can somewhat see through the top and bottom green layers. At trace add the essential oils the clay and a small amount of the oxide maybe 1 3 of the tsp. I use it for colds allergies and for just the smell of it.

Pour off a portion of the soap base into 2 containers. Blend the remaining blue ultramarine into the remaining soap and pour that half into the mould. Pound glycerin melt pour soap base white 1 5 pounds clear glycerin melt pour soap base. This soap recipe is so simple that it only requires four main ingredients including a goat s milk melt and pour base raw honey soap colorant and fragrance.

Microwave it in short bursts to prevent over heating the base. When the step comes to add oils i. Be sure to mix very well to break up all of the kelp and incorporate the ingredients fully. Instructions for making this zingy cold process eucalyptus soap recipe.

Eucalyptus essential oil isn t for everyday but it s your friend during cold and flu season. This oil tones and balances the skin as well. It will be such a pleasant day to start with the smell of coffee on your hands. This natural cold process soap recipe gives men the lather they love while helping to prevent acne breakouts.

Help them beat those break out blues with this handmade soap recipe for eucalyptus tea tree oil soap. Even if you are running late and couldn t drink your coffee you can still make it through the day by using this soap recipe. I used oval silicone molds i got on amazon and they worked out perfectly. You can find this homemade soap recipe in the new december 2013 issue of wholesale supplies plus.

Making your own soap can be one method of utilizing eucalyptus essential oil rather than just burning it. However you can replace the water in the lye solution with freshly brewed coffee rather. When it s all mixed up pour your soap into your favorite soap molds. Eucalyptus oil is one of my all time favorite oils to use.

Add the ultramarine blue to the largest portion of soap what s left in the pot and stick blend very well. Start by melting down your soap base in a pyrex bowl. For a most charming milk and honey soap use a honeycomb mold. Inhaling the sharp camphorous aroma refreshes the mind and boosts energy.

2 tablespoons dried eucalyptus leaves.