Cold process Soapmaking

In this module you’ll learn all of the essential theory needed to make cold-process soaps safely and effectively.

There are so many benefits to making cold-process soap!

• • Zero-waste – Soap bars don’t require any packaging. 
  • Cost effective – Natural soap is inexpensive to make and a bar of soap lasts a long time, which makes soap a very economical product.
  • Preservative-free – Natural soap bars do not require any preservatives. 
  • Long shelf-life of up to two years. 
  • Economical to make in terms of time – one batch makes several bars of soap.

Module 1: Soapmaking Theory is a prerequisite for our other soapmaking modules.

Cold-process soap is made by combining oils (and butters) with sodium hydroxide, which creates a reaction called saponification. It’s a straightforward process but there are very important safety considerations which we cover in detail.

The types and amounts of oils and butters need to be carefully chosen to create a bar of soap that has the optimum level of hardness, detergency and foam. In Module 1 you’ll learn in detail about the properties that different carrier oils and butters give to soap and about extra ingredients that can be added, including exfoliants, colorants and fragrance.

Included in Module 1 is an invaluable guide to carrier oil and fatty acid properties for soapmaking. This knowledge is essential if you want to formulate your own soap recipes or adjust existing recipes.

We also provide a guide to what equipment you will need to consider for making cold-process soap at home, or for small-scale production. We’ll also help you with where you can buy equipment and the importance of a clean, organized workspace.

Module 1 includes three in-depth lessons:

1.3 Mandatory safety information

In this lesson, we cover:

1. Lye safety.
2. Protective clothing and equipment.
3. Working area safety.
4. Lye first aid.

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Cold Process Soapmaking Module 1: Soapmaking theory is a 100-credit class. Your membership includes 50 credits each month, giving you the choice to top up 50 credits ($57) for immediate access, or simply wait until next month and unlock it then.