Author: Marta Tarallo Publisher: Quadrille Publishing ISBN: 9781787136687 Category : Languages : en Pages : 176
Book Description
Sustainability is creeping into all aspects of our lives. The beauty industry is one of the biggest polluters, littering our oceans with used plastic bottles and containers - therefor, there is now a growing movement looking for cleaner and greener way to beautify. Learn how to simplify your beauty regime with Botanical Soaps as this book shows you how to create your own beauty products using all natural ingredients. Demystify your skin type and discover how to combat bathroom plastic, minimize your routine by making your own soaps, shampoo bars and other beauty products including, lip butters, cleansers, bath salts and natural deodorants. Botanical Soaps is a beautiful and inspiring guide that will encourage you to green up your beauty regime with all natural, organic projects that are kinder to both the planet and your skin.
Author: Jan Berry Publisher: ISBN: 1624143849 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 194
Book Description
"With this new comprehensive guide, herbalist Jan Berry offers everything the modern-day enthusiast needs to make incredible botanical soaps. Beginners can join in the sudsy fun with detailed tutorials and step-by-step photographs for making traditional cold-process soap and the more modern hot-process method with a slow cooker...Featured resources are Jan's handy guides to common soapmaking essential oils and their properties, oil and milk infusions with healing herbs and easy decoration techniques. The book also contains Jan's highly anticipated natural colorants gallery showcasing more than 50 soaps that span the rainbow."--
Author: Publisher: ISBN: 9781950671021 Category : Health & Fitness Languages : en Pages : 288
Book Description
Created as a companion to the Herbal Academy's Botanical Skin Care Course, we've captured many of our favorite tried-and-tested skincare recipes into one delicious herbal book. Whether you're looking for a rich cream to pamper your face, a soothing salve for minor first aid, or topical support for a chronic skin condition, we've got something for you here. By the time you work your way through this recipe collection, you'll have a full cupboard of incredible botanical skincare products to share with your friends and family--and maybe even your pets and neighbors, too.
Author: Marie Browning Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc. ISBN: 9780806972152 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 132
Book Description
Just take commercially available glycerine or coconut-oil base, cut it up, and melt it in the microwave. Pour the liquid into moulds to set - and let the real fun begin. This text offers information on different types of aromatics and essential oils.
Author: Anne-Marie Faiola Publisher: Storey Publishing ISBN: 161212089X Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 241
Book Description
Make your own custom-tailored and perfectly formed cold-process soaps! Learn how to use milk jugs and yogurt containers for molds, and how coffee, avocado, and even beer can add unique dimensions to your creations. This encouraging introduction to the art of soapmaking makes it simple to master the techniques you need to safely and easily produce your own enticingly fragrant soaps.
Author: Jan Berry Publisher: Page Street Publishing ISBN: 1624148751 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 459
Book Description
Create Beautiful Herbal Soaps The Safe, Easy & Fast Way Feel good about pampering yourself with these artisanal soaps featuring natural botanicals, colorants and exfoliants. This comprehensive, beginner-friendly guide to melt-and-pour soapmaking from Jan Berry, author of Simple & Natural Soapmaking, includes 50 inspiring recipes plus design tutorials and a stunning natural colorant gallery. Her method is incredibly easy; all you need to do is melt your soap base, infuse it with healing herbs or flowers, add essential oils and natural colorants, and pour it into a beautiful mold. As soon as your soap is dry, it’s ready to use! This method is a safe soapmaking technique that doesn’t require handling lye. Plus, because it’s so simple, many projects make for excellent family-friendly crafts. Kids will love helping out with simple soaps like Sunflower Sunshine Bars or playing with Aromatherapy Soap Dough. As you work through the projects, Jan leads you through a variety of techniques step by step. From simple herbal infusions in Wildflower Honey Soap to advanced methods of layering and swirling as in the Ocean Waves Soap, there’s always another project to excite beginner and advanced soapmakers alike. Here, you’ll find all the information and inspiration you need to make soaps that are gentle on your skin and fun to make! Expand your herbal product collection with these other books in Jan Berry's bestselling series: - Simple & Natural Soapmaking - The Big Book of Homemade Products for Your Skin, Health & Home (coming April 2020, available for pre-order now)
Author: Kandra Churchwell Publisher: Independently Published ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 98
Book Description
The Natural Soap Color Palette gives you the tools you need to color your soap with nature's own colorants. Join Kandra in her exploration of over 22 natural soap colors from infusions and custom blends. You'll be empowered to start your own soap color experiments and be on your way to creating your own new color blends: - Learn how to make botanical infusions, teas, decoctions, and slurries. - Understand how to masterbatch lye, what a water discount actually is, and how to use ratio's for simplified water calculations.- Find out how to track your infusions, and how to calculate how much oil you have in an infusion jar.- Learn how to make a single bar "micro" batch.- Learn how to mix existing colors to make new colors, including blended greens and an array of purples. - Learn how colors fade overtime, and what to do about it.- Discover how to keep your soaps white and why not all charcoal makes black soap while some makes soap too black.- Includes Kandra's recipe for her "anti-alkanet" purple powder!About the Author and Soapmaker: Kandra has been making soap with natural colorants since 2010. She is the proud mother of 3 homeschooled children and lives with her husband in Denver, Colorado. Her struggles with finding a perfect reproducible purple started her down her path to color blending, finding new ways to create soap colors with all-natural ingredients, and have introduced her to lifelong along the way. She wrote this guide to natural colors with the hopes of sharing her joy of soapmaking, nature, and the combination of her artistic passions with other soapmakers. Kandra's natural soap colors have been brightening the showers and sinks of her customers for years, and now they can find a new glory in your soaps! This book a guide to help you understand how to extract colors from nature through infusions, teas, decoctions, and botanicals. It will help you to not only have a better understanding of the process but provide the skills you need to go beyond simply following instructions from a recipe. You will have a better understanding of how your ingredients affect the color of your soap and how to create your own unique soap colors.Colors featured in this book include: - Green: created from slurries and blends of yellows and blues - Orange: from infusions and carrots ranging from sunny yellows to bright orange and peach tones. - Purple: going beyond the all-might alkanet root and exploring how to blend a perfect purple from reds, blacks, and blues. - Black: including charcoal grays to midnight blacks that don't stain - White: understanding what makes a soap white, and how to manipulate your process to create a beautiful white to creamy off-white.
Author: Barrett Williams Publisher: Barrett Williams ISBN: Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 95
Book Description
### Sudsational The Ultimate Guide to Botanical Soap Making Unlock the secrets of natural soap making with **Sudsational**, an all-encompassing eBook designed to take your soap making skills to new heights. Whether you're a budding soaper or a seasoned artisan, this guide offers invaluable insights to create luscious, skin-loving soaps infused with the finest botanicals nature has to offer. Dive into the vibrant world of natural colorants in Chapter 1, where you'll explore the artistry behind extracting and preparing plant-based dyes. Learn how to achieve an array of stunning colors without the use of synthetic additives. In Chapter 2, discover the myriad benefits of incorporating botanicals into your soap. From nourishing your skin with natural ingredients to customizing your creations for specific skin types, this section reveals everything you need to know to make soap that's both beautiful and beneficial. Chapter 3 covers the intricacies of infusing soaps with botanicals. Understand the methods, safety techniques, and how to troubleshoot common issues to ensure each bar is perfect down to the last detail. Equip yourself with essential tools and materials in Chapter 4. Learn how to select and store top-quality ingredients while maintaining a clean and safe workspace. Master the fundamentals with Chapter 5's rundown of soap making techniques, from cold process to melt and pour methods. Detailed instructions and best practices will guide you through each step seamlessly. In Chapters 6 and 7, bring your knowledge to life with a variety of botanical soap recipes, ranging from simple creations like Lavender Infused Soap to more advanced blends such as Turmeric and Ginger Soap. Enhance every bar with the perfect scent using Chapter 8’s guide to essential oils. Discover popular combinations and the aromatherapy benefits they bring to your handmade soaps. Delve into artistic decorative techniques in Chapter 9, where you'll learn to embed dried flowers, layer colors, and add textures to create visually stunning soaps. Troubleshoot and refine your craft in Chapter 10, ensuring each bar meets the highest standards of quality and safety. Finally, Chapters 11 through 13 offer invaluable advice on packaging, scaling your production, and even transitioning from hobbyist to small business owner. Complete with a community-focused Chapter 14 and a motivational Chapter 15, **Sudsational** is your definitive guide to the enchanting world of botanical soap making.
Author: Barrett Williams Publisher: Barrett Williams ISBN: Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 109
Book Description
Unveil the secrets of turning simple soap into breathtaking artistry with "Artisan Soap Sculpting." This cutting-edge eBook is your comprehensive guide through the enchanting world of soap molding. Whether you are a beginner eager to dive into the basics of soap making or an experienced artisan ready to refine your craft, this treasure trove of insights and instructions is your ally on a transformative journey toward mastery. Embark on an exploration beginning with "The Art of Soap Molding," where you learn to appreciate the fine balance between aesthetic beauty and practical soap design. Delve into the different soap bases and their crucial roles in the creation of durable and intricately designed molds. The chapters are meticulously arranged to progress your skills step by step, revealing the full spectrum of tools, from the essentials to advanced equipment, ensuring that every little detail of your creation is bestowed with perfection. Discover innovative ways to work with both silicone and rigid molds, each chapter offering unique techniques for seamless demolding and personalization. Fascinated by technology? "The Magic of 3D Printing in Soap Molds" shows you how to seamlessly incorporate this state-of-the-art method into your crafting arsenal, customizing designs beyond imagination. Themes and textures come to life as you learn to emboss, incorporate vibrant colors, and even encapsulate delicate floral designs within your soaps. From embedding objects and creating multi-tiered constructions to the skilled hand-shaping of freeform soaps, each page reveals another layer of potential, poised to elevate your creative expression. The depths of "Artisan Soap Sculpting" go beyond mere technique, delving into the chemistry of saponification, workshop safety, environmental impact, and the exciting potential for turning your passion project into a profitable business. As the final chapters unfold, revel in a gallery of artistic soap designs that marry culture, history, and inspiration, fostering an indomitable spirit of community and shared craft. Witness your molding skills bloom from quaint pastimes to professional endeavors, marketed with strategic finesse. With every concept, practice, and piece of advice presented, this eBook does not just guide you through the technicalities—it whispers the promise of transforming ordinary soap into extraordinary masterpieces waited to be sculpted by your very hands. Step into the niche of artisan soap sculpting and let "Artisan Soap Sculpting" be your definitive compass to a world where craft, science, and business converge splendidly. Your journey to becoming a maestro of molded soap begins here.
Author: Barrett Williams Publisher: Barrett Williams ISBN: Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 92
Book Description
Step into the enchanting realm of "The Natural Alchemist," your ultimate guide to mastering the ancient and noble craft of soap making. Immerse yourself in this transformative eBook, where the time-honored traditions of soap creation are unveiled, blending the mystique of alchemy with the practicality of homemade skin care. Embrace "The Natural Alchemist" as your cherished companion in discovering "The Joy of Handcrafted Soaps," where you'll journey through the treasure trove of benefits personalized soap crafting imparts. Learn how to curate your own soap making sanctuary, ensuring every creation is infused with your essence. Delve into "Soap Making Basics," where you'll equip yourself with the invaluable knowledge of essential tools, ingredients, and the fundamental soap making process. Safeguard your craft with expertly guided lye safety practices, ensuring every bar is a testament to your commitment to quality and care. "The Natural Alchemist" seamlessly guides you to "Designing Recipes for Specific Skin Types," catering to every individual's unique needs. Unlock the knowledge of essential oils and natural fragrances, finding harmony in blends that resonate with both your skin and spirit. Ascend to "The Science of Soap," a chapter dedicated to unraveling the chemical ballet of saponification and soap curing. Enhance your sensory palette with chapters on "Color and Texture" and "Luxurious Milk Soaps," invoking the alchemist's touch to conjure soaps that not only cleanse but mesmerize. For the compassionate souls, "Vegan Soap Crafting" illuminates the path to creating sublime, cruelty-free soaps. While "Advanced Decorative Techniques" invites the artist within to adorn your soaps with sculptural finesse, turning each bar into a masterpiece. Navigate through "Troubleshooting Common Soap Making Problems," arming yourself against the pitfalls that await any craftsman. Lavish your creations with "Luxurious Additions Butters and Oils," ensuring every lather is a caress of richness and rejuvenation. "The Natural Alchemist" does not stop at the craft; it whispers secrets of turning your passion into prosperity in "Selling Your Handcrafted Soaps." The journey concludes with an invitation to "Building a Community of Soap Crafters," fostering connections that extend beyond the craft, cultivating a legacy of sharing and growth. The path to becoming "The Natural Alchemist" is fraught with challenges and discoveries, but it's within this eBook that your transformation begins. Join the league of artisans who've transcended the ordinary, turning the mundane act of cleansing into a ritual of self-care, sustainability, and sheer delight. This cornucopia of wisdom and inspiration is not merely a book; it's a beacon for the aspiring alchemist in you, a symbol of potential for what your hands and heart can conjure. Embrace this journey. Embrace the alchemy. Embrace "The Natural Alchemist."
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