Essential Soapmaking

By Alyssa Middleton and Mary Humphrey

Learn everything you need to know about making Cold Process soap from scratch. Essential Soap Making covers everything from A - Z: * History of soap making* Safety precautions* Ingredients used in soap making * 5 basic soap formulas to start your soaping journey* Additives and scents to make your soap truly unique* Troubleshooting problems that may arise* Glossary of soap making terms* Resource directoryWritten by two experienced soap makers and filled with more than 30 color photos (including close-up pictures of the trace process) and detailed instructions, this book walks you step-by-step through the soap making process. Handy reference charts teach the properties and benefits of soap making oils, essential oils and herbs commonly used in natural soap making. Essential Soap Making also includes detailed steps on how to start a soap making business.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0615761003
• ISBN13: 9780615761008
• Release Date: February 2013
• Publisher: Beauty for Ashes Press
• Length: 98 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.0"