How to Make Cold Process Oatmeal Soap

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Ingredients

• 16 oz coconut oil
• 14 oz olive oil
• 2 oz shea butter
• 4.7 oz lye (sodium hydroxide)
• 11 oz cold distilled water
• 2-3 oz finely ground oatmeal
• Optional: 1 oz essential oil of choice

Steps

1. Put on safety gear. In a well-ventilated area, slowly add lye to cold water (never the reverse). Stir gently until dissolved. Let cool to 100-110°F.
2. Meanwhile, melt coconut oil and shea butter, then combine with olive oil. Let cool to 100-110°F.
3. When both mixtures reach the target temperature range, slowly pour the lye solution into the oils.
4. Use an immersion blender to mix until reaching "trace" (when the mixture leaves a visible trail on the surface, like pudding consistency).
5. Add rolled oats or ground oatmeal and essential oils if using.
6. Pour into lined mold and insulate with towels.
7. After 24-48 hours, remove the soap and cut it into bars.
8. Cure the soap bars for 4-6 weeks in a well-ventilated area, turning occasionally.