I've gone down the rabbit hole of soap and your video really helped me understand a lot in 20mintues when I did my first melt and pour. Now I'm at the soap melter stage in just a month. Everyone loves it! Thank you and I'll be following!
I like the reference to terrazzo! It sure can be slick and, in the winter, very cold. We had them when I was little in Pinellas Park. I hadn't thought of using that reference before but it is a very fitting description! I use the microwave mainly because I am too impatient to wait. Having the thermometer helps a lot!
It's definitely my favorite. I love my soap melter, but only for large batches of soaps that use the same base. The microwave feels easiest for me to control the temp.
Terry, thank you for this video! I have watched it several times, and it is really helpful! I wanted to review the way you do terrazzo (how the heck do you spell that?) soaps because my soap room had a mishap, and my soaps ( and I) are literally weeping! We had a big storm that resulted in a 4 day power outage, with no AC, fans, or dehumidifier, with temperatures in the 90s and extremely high humidity. I had to unwrap the soaps to dry them, then I sprayed them with alcohol before rewrapping. In your opinion, will they be stable enough to rebatch or reuse? They were exposed to heat between 100° and 110° F for four days, and I have some concerns. Any input would be gratefully received! 😅
My friend, I apologize! I JUST saw this! UA-cam isn't great at showing replies to replies! I just now learned a setting change that should allow me to always see new replies. I hope you figured out your terrazzo sage and were able to save your soaps. That power outage is a nightmare I don't wish on my worst enemy! UGH.
That's a great question! It depends on your soap base and your environment, size of the mold, etc. For single mold soaps, I can usually wait an hour or two, maybe a little more with detergent free or milk soaps. For loaf molds, I usually just wait overnight. If you have a lot of embeds, like crystals or shredded soap it will cool faster and you might be able to unmold after 4-6 hours. Also, I'm in Florida where it's hot & humid, so it may add to my time. Thank you so much and I'm thrilled you found the information helpful! 🙂
Thanks Terry, I have left overs, I will give this a try for sure. I have a question, what about left overs that have fragrances in them? What would I end up with a smell in the soap if I used this method?
Great question! MOST of the time, you just get a clean soap scent. BUT I am careful about choosing the scraps- if they have a very strong scent, I really assess what other scraps I'll put with it. I tend to store any scraps like that in a separate bag. I always do a sniff test first. :)
Thanks, it's a combo of 3 colors from Mad Micas, and there are links to those in the description box. All you have to do is click on the "more" in my description and scroll down a little. Let me know if you can't find them there. 🙂
Hi! It should say on the packaging, instructions, or the website info/details if you purchased online. If it doesn't, I wouldn't buy it. You can always reach out to the company via email or call, they will usually provide that info. If they don't provide it or don't know, I wouldn't use that company. It's a very important detail with M & P, so leaving it off is really bad business wise. Good luck! 🥰
Are you spritzing your chunks with alcohol? If not, try lightly spritzing them. Also, make sure you are not OVER spritzing them- too much can cause them not to adhere. Check the age of your soaps that you're using for the scraps, if they are really dried out, they may not stick well. Too many embeds/scraps and not enough base soap can also be one of the culprits. There are many factors that can contribute to the issue of pieces falling out. Pouring at 70 degrees Celsius- can you tell me what the melting point of your base is? Some bases have much higher melting points. I hope some of these ideas will help you to trouble shoot and find the process that works best for you. Thanks for the question, and thanks for watching!🥰
@@enasmasood8581 you're welcome! Try pouring your soap base a tiny bit above your melting point, as the soap cools immediately when it comes in contact with a lot of embeds- not too much or you'll melt the embeds, but just a degree or two. Good luck! ❤
These turned out so cute! My question is how do you label the scent in the soaps you make from rebatching? Mine would have a big variety. Do you just sniff it and make up a scent? Lol
Actually, that's pretty much it! 🤣 I keep similar scents together when storing my scraps, so I can choose a scent for the base soap that works with the rest.😁I frequently make up scent names anyway, because I make my own blends with some.
I've gone down the rabbit hole of soap and your video really helped me understand a lot in 20mintues when I did my first melt and pour. Now I'm at the soap melter stage in just a month. Everyone loves it! Thank you and I'll be following!
That's great to hear! It really is a fun rabbit hole, welcome! Thank you so much for watching and I'm really glad my video helped you out! 🥰❤
I have already said it, but will still say it again...beautiful soaps. Very interearing and informative video. thank you!
Thank you so much for watching and commenting- I truly am happy that these videos can be helpful! 🙂❤
I like the reference to terrazzo! It sure can be slick and, in the winter, very cold. We had them when I was little in Pinellas Park. I hadn't thought of using that reference before but it is a very fitting description! I use the microwave mainly because I am too impatient to wait. Having the thermometer helps a lot!
😳 Wait a minute! What? I'm in PPark now! I was born in St. Pete. Small world!
Very nice. I've only tried the microwave method so far. I like it cause I can turn down the power down for when I need to melt tiny amounts
It's definitely my favorite. I love my soap melter, but only for large batches of soaps that use the same base. The microwave feels easiest for me to control the temp.
they are beautiful
thank you! :)
Terry, thank you for this video! I have watched it several times, and it is really helpful! I wanted to review the way you do terrazzo (how the heck do you spell that?) soaps because my soap room had a mishap, and my soaps ( and I) are literally weeping!
We had a big storm that resulted in a 4 day power outage, with no AC, fans, or dehumidifier, with temperatures in the 90s and extremely high humidity.
I had to unwrap the soaps to dry them, then I sprayed them with alcohol before rewrapping. In your opinion, will they be stable enough to rebatch or reuse? They were exposed to heat between 100° and 110° F for four days, and I have some concerns.
Any input would be gratefully received! 😅
My friend, I apologize! I JUST saw this! UA-cam isn't great at showing replies to replies! I just now learned a setting change that should allow me to always see new replies. I hope you figured out your terrazzo sage and were able to save your soaps. That power outage is a nightmare I don't wish on my worst enemy! UGH.
FANTASTIC tutorial!!! Great information! Question: how long do you let the soap set or cool before taking it out of the mold?🤔💜💜💜
That's a great question! It depends on your soap base and your environment, size of the mold, etc. For single mold soaps, I can usually wait an hour or two, maybe a little more with detergent free or milk soaps. For loaf molds, I usually just wait overnight. If you have a lot of embeds, like crystals or shredded soap it will cool faster and you might be able to unmold after 4-6 hours. Also, I'm in Florida where it's hot & humid, so it may add to my time. Thank you so much and I'm thrilled you found the information helpful! 🙂
Thanks Terry, I have left overs, I will give this a try for sure. I have a question, what about left overs that have fragrances in them? What would I end up with a smell in the soap if I used this method?
Great question! MOST of the time, you just get a clean soap scent. BUT I am careful about choosing the scraps- if they have a very strong scent, I really assess what other scraps I'll put with it. I tend to store any scraps like that in a separate bag. I always do a sniff test first. :)
great color. what is the brand name of the colors?
Thanks, it's a combo of 3 colors from Mad Micas, and there are links to those in the description box. All you have to do is click on the "more" in my description and scroll down a little. Let me know if you can't find them there. 🙂
Where can you find the melting points for the soap bases?
Hi! It should say on the packaging, instructions, or the website info/details if you purchased online. If it doesn't, I wouldn't buy it. You can always reach out to the company via email or call, they will usually provide that info. If they don't provide it or don't know, I wouldn't use that company. It's a very important detail with M & P, so leaving it off is really bad business wise. Good luck! 🥰
My question is whenever I make terrazzo melt n pour, the terrazzo comes out after few washes even I pour the base on terrazzo at 70 degree Celsius
Are you spritzing your chunks with alcohol? If not, try lightly spritzing them. Also, make sure you are not OVER spritzing them- too much can cause them not to adhere. Check the age of your soaps that you're using for the scraps, if they are really dried out, they may not stick well. Too many embeds/scraps and not enough base soap can also be one of the culprits. There are many factors that can contribute to the issue of pieces falling out. Pouring at 70 degrees Celsius- can you tell me what the melting point of your base is? Some bases have much higher melting points. I hope some of these ideas will help you to trouble shoot and find the process that works best for you. Thanks for the question, and thanks for watching!🥰
@@msTsoap thanks for your suggestions, my soap base melting point is 60-65 Celsius, yes I spritz too much alcohol
@@enasmasood8581 you're welcome! Try pouring your soap base a tiny bit above your melting point, as the soap cools immediately when it comes in contact with a lot of embeds- not too much or you'll melt the embeds, but just a degree or two. Good luck! ❤
These turned out so cute! My question is how do you label the scent in the soaps you make from rebatching? Mine would have a big variety. Do you just sniff it and make up a scent? Lol
Actually, that's pretty much it! 🤣 I keep similar scents together when storing my scraps, so I can choose a scent for the base soap that works with the rest.😁I frequently make up scent names anyway, because I make my own blends with some.