DIY Recipe - Making 💲 EXPENSIVE 💲 Aloe Vera Cold Process Soap | Ellen Ruth Soap

This is one of the most expensive soaps I make - MODERN ALEPPO, due to the Laurel Berry oil which is super pricey! But Oh-So-Worth it! These luscious bars will cure for 6+ months before they go up in the shop... #soapmaking #recipe #howto #diy
0:00 Intro
3:48 Soap Recipe
6:51 Aloe Vera Soap
8:34 Soap Pour & Scoop Top
9:19 Unmolding & Cutting Soap
14:58 Soap Stamping
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Modern Aleppo Recipe:
31.5 oz (25.3%) Laurel Berry Oil
68 oz (54.62%) Olive Oil
19 oz (15.26%) Coconut oil
6 oz (4.82%) Castor oil
16.8 oz Lye (This is a 6% Super Fat)
30 oz Aloe Vera & Distilled Water (50/50 split)
Essential oil or Fragrance oil of choice (Please use proper usage rates)

[@brigidlaffey7343]

Luscious consistency. The finished product looks absolutely stunning, Ruth! And love the colour of Olga - a favourite 😊. I’m with you on longer cure times. It makes such a difference in many ways yet most especially longevity of usage.

[@arlenemartell9000]

I love Aleppo Soap and I have like 200 bars that I made in December 2021. I call it the top of the line and if I need to choose one soap to use for the rest of my life is that one. I keep making it in honor of my late friend that she had chemotherapy and she was always saying how her skin got better with this soap.( Not making any medical claims here though). The laurel oil is expensive but I will try to keep making it.

[@EllenRuthSoap]

“Top of the line” I like that❣️ What a special memory of your friend💕

[@nicoleframe5192]

Aleppo soap is wonderful. I visited Aleppo - and the rest of Syria of course - more than 20 years ago and I brought back some soaps from Aleppo. The other day I found a bar that I had not used. It is now very dark brown and I cut it in half to see the inside. The middle is a beautiful shade of bright green. The soap does not smell of anything and certainly doesn't smell rancid!

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Wow, what a wonderful experience❣️

[@debravogt7139]

I hadn't made soap since I was kid! I'm old. We were taught young how to render tallow and lard! Two soaps in, I made Aleppo! DOS! Lol! I'm paying attention now! 😂

[@gmakoch3260]

Thank you for the recipe! This is a special project for sure! I can't wait to try it!

[@brightchange6065]

Gorgeous color! Thank you for sharing the recipe.

[@FranklyNaturalBeauty]

Beautiful soap Ellen. Thank you for sharing your recipe with us.

[@EllenRuthSoap]

You are so welcome!

[@jaynegodwin3412]

Another beautiful soap Ellen ,thank you again for sharing these videos of your beautiful soap's xx

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Glad you like them!💕

[@iamjustducky7879]

The color is gorgeous

[@kittyr7786]

Beautiful soap. Thank you for all of your wonderful videos and content.

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Thanks for watching 💕

[@micheleforbes6035]

Ruth..you are so right. The simplicity of the soap makes it so pretty! I would love to try these but Laurel berry is so expensive to get here in Canada. What extravagant but so worth it bars. :) I am sure they will be just lovely. As always..well done! Cheers ~ Michele

[@RaphJoli]

I like long cure as well. I have some I have made more than 5 years ago. They lather great and last so much longer. I'm glad you used Morouge. Ever since you have used the Juicy Pomegranate, I gave it a try and fell in love. I never used fragrances as they triggered headaches. For some reason, Morouge don't. I have only been using their fragrances and they are a great hit with my buyers. Bonus as they are Canadian. I have purchase Northern Woods, which I will be using shortly for my fall / winter line. I will have to consider Aleppo soap. My first soap ever made was 100% Olive oil and after a year of waiting for the cure. I have to say, it was the most gentle, moisturizing soap to my skin. Great video as always!

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Yes to long cure times❣️ You'll love Northern Woods, it's such a beautiful scent!

[@beverlygeorge694]

Lovely soap!

[@mimimeria4907]

I love your videos! Thanks for sharing!

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Thanks for watching!

[@amberknight8555]

This is a beautiful soap, I can't wait till 2023, this can be my 40th birthday gift to myself!! Excited!

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Wonderful!❣️

[@markellaimperial9581]

I’m a sucker for a tall bar! Can’t wait to buy

[@OuttheBackDoor]

Hi Ellen. Thank you for sharing a twist on traditional Aleppo soap. The beginning of April 2023 I made my first batch of Aleppo (type) soap using the traditional recipe and 30% Laurel Berry oil. I'm going to let mine cure for 1 year. As long as I have it at the back of my curing racks, I forget about and don't get too ansy about wanting to try even a sample piece. 🤭 I should probably get another batch going soon. I appreciate you showing how to cut the cost on these but still have a wonderful end product. 😊

[@clavadeplata]

aleppo soap is very hard to find in where i live and i've been wanting to try them for awhile, hope i will find someone that sells them one day in here. great soap as usual! 💓

[@annmanzano]

I know your soaps are wonderful just by watching you make 'em. I wish to try one of your soaps in the future. Sending you love all the way from the Philippines!😘😘😘

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Thank you so much!💕

[@cheryl739]

I took advantage of Jen's sale and I am going to try your Inspired recipe, as I have 2 bottles, also. It actually looks more creamier than the regular Aleppo Soap recipe. Thanks for sharing. Cheers & Blessings👍🤗

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Wonderful! Let me know how you like it after you've made it❣️

[@deb5207]

Gorgeous soap Ellen! 😊

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Thank you! 😊

[@TGBTGAlways]

I agree with you the longer the soaps sit the harder they are. I like mine to sit 6 months -1year! I had so much soap made that it took me 2 yrs to go through it and now I’m making more so it has time to get nice and hard. I like mine to last as long as they can 😁😉

[@rachelmantovani2623]

Wonderful …. Congrats for your job👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Thank you so much 😀

[@sanazmirbolook4445]

great as always 😍😍😍😍

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Thank you! 😃

[@akashamagick]

Thanks!

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Thank you so much Denise❣️

[@steelersgirl071961]

I purchased some Laurelberry oil from Bescented and she does have the best price! I get the same olive oil from Sam's club too lol, you can't go wrong there and price is the best you'll get. I'm going to try your recipe because I love lather too lol, so going to make it soon so it can cure by next year 😅, thanks Ellen 😊.

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Hope you love the recipe ❣️

[@SeattleDonna206]

I use lavender e/o with my Aleppo. Goat milk Aleppo is nice also.

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Sounds great!

[@debwalters6348]

Beautiful 😍

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Thank you! 😊

[@akashamagick]

Thank you Ellen , I think my son will like that one , he is very picky lolll

[@EllenRuthSoap]

👍❣️

[@annreinbeau]

Long cure advocate here also. I read a great explanation long ago about the crystalline structure of soap and how the longer cure allows that to be more organized, thus making the soap milder and longer lasting. What's the rush? My customers often compliment me on how long lasting my bars are. That's good enough reason for me 🤗 If I can find the link I'll post it here for you. I am inspired, I'll go home and make this recipe later on today!

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Yes 👍 on the long cure time❣️

[@doramckinney5939]

I made this soap yesterday, & it is absolutely beautiful! The smell is intoxicating! It gelled completely. I must focus on patience now to let it cure for 6 months. 😃

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Waiting is the hardest part, but soooo worth it!❣️

[@doramckinney5939]

I have learned so much from you! You are wonderful! ❤

[@sherrymartindale8582]

🤗love this soap! The smell is indescribable but so delicious! I made some a year ago, and will be selling it at a big fall show I will be doing in September. Can’t wait to see how it sells!

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Wonderful! I bet it'll be a hit!

[@sherrymartindale8582]

@@EllenRuthSoap 🥰

[@keekeejenkins6162]

@@sherrymartindale8582 how did your show go?

[@sherrymartindale8582]

@@keekeejenkins6162 Well! I sold I few of these bars but not many.

[@catherineengle4196]

That soap may look simple but it is very beautiful looking. God bless

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Thank you 💕

[@cliviascreations]

It’s very expensive but worth it. I made mine with 60%olive/40%Laurel fruit oil also from bescented. She has the best price out there. Let it cured for an entire year and that was too much for me. Beautiful as always Ellen

[@EllenRuthSoap]

It's so worth it! Makes such a wonderful lathering soap❣️

[@cliviascreations]

@@EllenRuthSoap we can’t say anything, but there are many studies proven the effectiveness and the healing properties of the Aleppo soap from hair to dandruff, psoriasis, eczema and so on and on

[@soumeyameraghni8265]

I like what you make… you are great 😊

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Thank you so much 😀

[@pamcotterman7073]

Sounds amazing! I can almost smell it from here 🤗 It came together so quickly! I look forward to making this one. Also, did you add reg sugar? And how much sodium lactate, approx? I believe I have some silk powder, would that suffice, rather than the fibers? Maybe 1 teaspoon? Absolutely love your tutorials…. Simply the bestest! 💝Thank You!

[@EllenRuthSoap]

I use natural cane sugar, but regular is great too. Sodium lactate at a rate of 1 tsp per lb of oils

[@pamcotterman7073]

@@EllenRuthSoap ::: Thx so much!

[@felinelvr27]

I have only used aloe Vera juice in my lye always, And it’s wonderful, does it contribute to the lather?

[@hyacinthbascombe1293]

So lovely as always. Thank you for sharing. Where did you get your soap stamp and what size is it, if you don’t mind sharing? Thank you

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Thanks! Link for stamp in description box.

[@forgodsgloryfarm]

Such a beautiful soap, I love watching your videos. I really liked the "natural" stamp you used but the link didn't work, I tried finding something similar on amazon but didn't see anything. If you have a moment, do you mind updating the link?

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Thanks! I've updated the link with a similar stamp.

[@Jonesrus1990]

Hi Ellen, I always look forward to your videos! Can you share the type or brand of aloe vera juice you use? I have found that many brands have several other ingredients added and I am worried it will affect the outcome. Have you ever used powdered aloe Vera instead? Thanks so much for your lovely videos!

[@EllenRuthSoap]

I've used Aloe leaf powder in soap, it's beautiful. There's a link in my Amazon store for the brand on Aloe juice I use.

[@brigidlaffey7343]

Yes, that Laurel Berry Oil is certainly expensive. It’s a soap I had always valued due to its long history, and tradition. Your bars look lovely in the intro - haven’t seen the video yet. I do think it’s a shame that you chose to include a ‘fragrance Oil’ though but À chacun son goût 😊

[@bellajune320]

Wow... I never saw lauryl berry oil in anything I have before (what does lauryl fruit smell like?). I love oils. I have friends from Syria so this would be awesome to share with them or make for them over the holidays.

[@EllenRuthSoap]

It has a very “earthy” scent, I love it❣️

[@Sassycatsoapery]

Hi! Is it 2023 yet? Lol! It’s a simply beautiful bar of soap!

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Thanks ❣️ these will actually be ready in time for Christmas 😉

[@ranjankukreti8541]

Hi Ruth, thank you for such a beautiful recipe of your variant Aleppo soap. I am inspired to make it. Since it requires a long maturing time the addition of other oils to laurel and olive, would that not affect the longevity as they have a shorter shelf life, or it would not matter.

[@EllenRuthSoap]

These soaps only get better with time, no expiration date❣️

[@ranjankukreti8541]

Thanks will make it this weekend. I am planning to use alovera gel from my plants that I have already frozen and also use Ylang Ylang, Egyptian geranium and lavender essential oils. Have a feeling that all this will quicken the trace.

[@ranjankukreti8541]

Hi Ruth just cut my Allepo variant inspired by you. Used 40% laurel and olive each and 15% coconut and 5 %castor. Used frozen aloe from garden and 3 colours and managed to do a swirl. Wish I could send you some pictures. Used a combination of ylang ylang, patchouli and lemon grass. I am an amateur only making for family and friends. Thank you so much for inspiring us and showing such lovely recipes. Next will try your body butter recipe. Keep putting out those lovely videos ❤

[@mariemaughan2740]

Hi Ellen. Where do you buy the laurel berry fruit oil from? This soap looks beautiful.

[@EllenRuthSoap]

I get mine from BeScented

[@tanyacosgrove3571]

So just a question, why do you split aloe with distilled water instead of just aloe? Thank you love your videos ❤️

[@EllenRuthSoap]

I find that you get all the benefits of Aloe, and it’s easier to work with

[@sandraellefson3674]

Hi Ellen, I am new to soap making & I am definitely making this soap, but I have a few questions: 1- Which brand of Aloe Vera Juice & Silk Fibers? 2- How much Silk Fibers in this recipe? 3- How much Northern Woods fragrance from Morouge from Canada. would like to know exactly the products and amounts you used because there are too many brands to choose from, and I am nervous to buy products that could decrease the quality of the soap. Thank you for educating me, you do not know how much I appreciate your videos. Stay safe.

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Here is a link for the brand of Aloe juice I use, but I purchase at walmart as it's much cheaper there: amzn.to/45LCIDM As far as silk, I like to use either unbleached Tussah, or mulberry silk fibers. And I just use a cotton ball size pinch for a big batch. Morouge CA has all the usage rates for their F.O.'s

[@joannwhite6814]

Hi Ellen I love your videos. Can I half your recipe for this soap?

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Yes, but anytime you change a soap recipe it's good to run the # thru soap calc to double check you lye amount.

[@joannwhite6814]

Thank you for your quick reply. I don't sell. I make for me and friends who have skin problems from medicine.

[@lovnbnhome]

Beautiful! May I ask what the benefit of gel phase is? Why do it for some and not other soaps? Thanks!

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Sometimes gel phase can make for a smoother finish, and you can unmold quicker..

[@lovnbnhome]

@@EllenRuthSoap thank you!

[@user-sx4ch3uf7j]

If there are spots on the body, itchiness and dryness, what should be added to one kilo of noodles and how much in power

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Not really sure?.

[@helenkabat3400]

The soap is beautiful Ellen. Can you tell me when you were last able to get olive and coconut oil at Sam's Club? They haven't had either at mine for several months.

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Thanks! I just restocked my olive oil last week from Sam's

[@helenkabat3400]

@@EllenRuthSoap Thank you so much for that information. ❤ Guess I will be making a road trip soon.

[@caicu687]

Where did you get the square mold and the cutters pls ty

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Workshop Heritage

[@BaumgartBathCo]

I just love the look of this bar and might invest in making it for myself and family and don’t want to mess up. If I could ask a question, what super fat do you use for making an Allepo style soap? Is it the usual 5% or does it do better with a higher percentage? TIA

[@EllenRuthSoap]

I do a 6% SF with this recipe.

[@BaumgartBathCo]

@@EllenRuthSoap Oh hey! Thank you for replying! This will really help and I appreciate it so very much. Enjoy your weekend 🥰

[@makeit2649]

There's something about a single color soap, isn't there? Yours look elegant. :)

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Thanks💕

[@Carmen-nj8we]

Hi can you show how to set the wire for the slab cutter i have one and it doesn't come with instructions as to how to set the wire to cut the slab ,hope you read this message, thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@EllenRuthSoap]

I suggest contacting the place you bought your slab cutter. They should provide you with instructions.

[@ms.xquisite1255]

What was the measurement for the Sodium lactate? Its not mentioned in the description box?

[@EllenRuthSoap]

1 tsp per lb of oils

[@ms.xquisite1255]

@@EllenRuthSoap oh thank you 😊 🙏

[@tassiegirl1991]

Ellen can you tell me the dimensions of your stamp. I think I recall it is a rubber stamp. I have just contacted Gabor as I want to get one. Thanks Ellen

[@EllenRuthSoap]

it's about 1x2.5"

[@gmakoch3260]

Can I half this recipe w/o messing it up? I purchased one bottle of Laurel Berry oil so I need to half the batch. Is there anything different to do w/the lye/water to half it?

[@EllenRuthSoap]

Yes, you can halve it👍

[@gmakoch3260]

@@EllenRuthSoap Great! I'm excited to try this! I've had the Northern Wood fragrance oil here for a while. Now I have a soap to use it on! Yay!

[@gmakoch3260]

@@EllenRuthSoap Thanks for the info!!!

[@gmakoch3260]

I need some advice. My soaps crack. They look so beautiful then they crack! What can I do?

[@EllenRuthSoap]

are they overheating? that can cause cracking..

[@gmakoch3260]

I'm not sure? What temp do you combine your oils & lye solution? Is there a common number? I'm self taught for the most part, watched some videos, Bramble Berry, You, Ophelia, I've tried covering not covering? I've probably made a couple dozen batches @ different combined temps. I write down recipes maybe I need to do that w/temps?

[@mybellegirls]

I’d prefer not to use lye. Will the recipe work without?

[@EllenRuthSoap]

No, you can't make cold process soap without sodium hydroxide.

[@MikeCarterlol]

First pressed or virgin oils make the best soap. True castile soap is made from only EVOO. Pure olive oil is highly processed.

[@beverlyfrancis8433]

Talking about expensive! I made one with oranges, orange juice, sugar and other things....it is expensive

[@EllenRuthSoap]

But so worth it 😉💕