Frankincense and Red Palm Oil Soap
Frankincense and Red Palm Oil Soap
Introduction: This grounding and balancing soap features the earthy aroma of frankincense and the moisturizing benefits of red palm oil. The vibrant red color of red palm oil adds a touch of luxury and visual appeal to this soap.
Ingredients:
- Red Palm Oil: 227g (8 oz)
- Coconut Oil: 113g (4 oz)
- Olive Oil: 113g (4 oz)
- Lye: 57g (2 oz)
- Distilled Water: 142g (5 oz)
- Frankincense Essential Oil: 17g (0.25 cup)
- Frankincense Resin: (Optional - amount varies by preference)
Instructions:
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Prepare the lye solution: Combine lye and distilled water in a heat-resistant container. Stir until the lye is completely dissolved.
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Melt the oils: Melt the red palm oil, coconut oil, and olive oil together in a double boiler.
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Combine: Carefully pour the lye solution into the melted oils and blend until the mixture reaches trace.
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Add frankincense: Stir in the frankincense essential oil and frankincense resin (if using).
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Pour into molds: Pour the soap batter into your chosen molds.
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Cure: Allow the soap to cure for at least 4-6 weeks before use.
Lye-Water Calculation
Using the following values from a Lye Calculator:
- Red Palm Oil: 0.142 oz NaOH/oz of oil
- Coconut Oil: 0.183 oz NaOH/oz of oil
- Olive Oil: 0.135 oz NaOH/oz of oil
Step-by-Step Calculations:
- Red Palm Oil (8 oz): 8 oz × 0.142 = 1.136 oz NaOH
- Coconut Oil (4 oz): 4 oz × 0.183 = 0.732 oz NaOH
- Olive Oil (4 oz): 4 oz × 0.135 = 0.540 oz NaOH
Total Lye Amount: 1.136 oz + 0.732 oz + 0.540 oz = 2.408 oz NaOH
Water Calculation: Assuming a water-to-lye ratio of 2:1 (a typical range for cold process soap): 2.408 oz NaOH × 2 = 4.816 oz water
Why Make This Soap: Frankincense is known for its grounding and balancing properties, making this soap ideal for those seeking a sense of calm and serenity. The red palm oil provides moisture and nourishment, while the vibrant red color adds a touch of luxury and visual appeal to this soap.
This Recipe was originally published in "20 DIY Soap Making with Red Palm Oil"
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