Instructions

Ingredients (Yields 4 soaps or 8 mini soaps, depending on mold used): 

• ½ pound melt and pour soap base
• 30 drops of essential oils (I used tea tree and lavender)
• 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
• Optional: Decorative or exfoliating ingredients like oats, soap, salt, coffee grounds, and flowers.

Instructions:

1. Begin by melting the soap base using a double boiler or microwave. I prefer the double boiling method for easier monitoring.
2. Stir until mostly melted.
3. Incorporate the apple cider vinegar.
4. Introduce the essential oils and mix thoroughly.
5. Pour the blend into clean, dry molds. Silicone molds are the most convenient option.
6. Let the bars cool on the benchtop for 30 minutes until they start to set, then transfer them to the fridge.
7. After 1 hour, remove the soaps from the molds and wrap them in nonstick paper or wrappers if you aren’t using them immediately.
8. Your handmade soap is best used within 6 to 8 weeks.