The art of soap making is easier than you think. You don't need any special equipment and, with the right ingredients, it only takes a few hours from start to set. Check out these projects for fragrant, moisturising and exfoliating bars. The process is so simple and fun it's a perfect project to do with the kids.
EASY STEPS TO YOUR HONEYCOMB SOAP
Gather your supplies
• 4-hole rectangular flexible silicone mould
• White melt and pour soap base
• Isocol rubbing alcohol Sweet orange essential oil
You'll also need
Bubble wrap; scissors; cutting mat; sharp knife; heatproof jug; stirrer; spoons; honey; turmeric
Here's how
STEP 1 Cut pieces of bubble wrap to fit inside mould holes.
STEP 2 Working on a cutting mat, slice melt and pour soap base, then cut into lcm cubes with a sharp knife.
STEP 3 Put soap cubes into a heatproof jug and microwave in 20-30 second increments, stirring after each, until cubes are fully melted. Add 3 tablespoons of honey and stir in.
STEP 4 Mix 1 teaspoon turmeric with iteaspoon rubbing alcohol in a small bowl, then add to melted soap and stir to combine.
STEP 5 Add 5 drops of sweet orange essential oil and stir to combine.
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