How To Make Cold Process Soap - Basics Of Soap Making | BrambleBerry.com

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Thanks for watching! Read more about cold process soap on our website here: bberry.studio/BeginnersColdProcessGuide Video Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 01:59 - Why Make Cold Process Soap 03:21 - Cold Process Ingredients 05:42 - Tools for Cold Process 09:09 - Prep to Make Soap 14:27 - How to Make Cold Process Soap 20:02 - Cleaning Up Cold Process Soap 21:32 - Answering Your Questions! If you have any questions, feel free to contact our customer service team at [e-mail] or 877-627-7883 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PST, Monday-Friday. You can also live chat with customer service on BrambleBerry.com from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PST, Monday-Friday. Shop Bramble Berry: bberry.studio/_ShopBrambleBerry Recipes, Tips & Inspiration: bberry.studio/IntheStudio_Projects Facebook: facebook.com/BrambleBerry Instagram: instagram.com/brambleberry/ Twitter: twitter.com/brambleberry TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@brambleberry Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/brambleberry/

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[@suzannebyron6034]

Thanks for this helpful video! It was nice to see how relaxed you were while making it. May I ask why you didn’t use the temperature gauge?

[@sonsofliberty3081]

The original soap was made from potassium hydroxide, (hardwood ash).

[@sa-eedaisha1155]

Thank you ma'am But please how can you measure the ingredients for example what amount of lye, oils and water to use which is supposed to be much and little

[@rd-pd8xb]

You saved some lives with the aluminum warning! Haven’t heard that elsewhere.

[@Mrms661]

What did she say ?

[@kimberly2122]

8:15

[@euchrideucrow1970]

Well your website already helped me figure out why my soap went to super thick trace in 15 seconds (cold lye but warm coconut oil) and now I find this! A charming presenter, no over-excited shouting, simple instructions and well filmed. This is the BEST soap making video I’ve found, and I’ve watched quite a few.

[@mindfulmummy3222]

I think she is the CEO lol

[@isaaccutlip5815]

​@@mindfulmummy3222 lol

[@maria.bibi94]

So the lye and oils must be cooled before combining them?

[@bugent.8380]

@@maria.bibi94the lye needs to cool but it shouldn’t be cold. Needs to be a lil warm. That is what the temperature gun is for. And the oil needs to be a little above room temperature (until it is clear) but the essential oil can be just room temp.

[@lorenaesparza6737]

super charming wasn't she . I loved her charm and amazing patient and humble charm .

[@retiredatforty]

Of all the beginner soapmaking videos I’ve watched, you are the first person who ever defined “trace,” so thank you.

[@ashley-cz1sl]

A tip that Katie Carson said in her lye safety video is to use half water half ice. It will help cool the lye and keep the fumes at a minimum

[@suadasuehuseinovic2472]

This is also a preference. Some rather wait will it cools or work outside but it’s a great tip thanks 🙏🏼😊

[@delaniebrookylnmoore1908]

I actually really like this girl and video she's not mentioning her website over and over or tryna sell anything just genuine teaching she seems extremely humble

[@bramble-berry]

Thank you so much for the kind words! First and foremost our goal is to help guide people to be and think creatively. Happy crafting

[@sykotikmommy]

Vinegar! Always have white vinegar on hand for if you end up with lye on your skin. I put white vinegar into my sink of soap to deactivate any lye and I use straight vinegar to wipe down my surfaces and tools like my stick blender, thermometer and scale.

[@jeanettehaygood4154]

Vinegar on lye burn can actually make it worse! ALWAYS use plenty of cool, clean running water on a lye burn. For what it’s worth, common vinegar from the grocery store is only 5% vinegar and 95% water.

[@MsAubrey]

I refer new soap makers to this channel all the time, because of the information you provide. There's a couple YT channels I love for the in-depth explanations and this is one of them. Thanks Ann-Marie for all you do!

[@QueenP13]

Anne-Marie, it's like you knew that I was about to actually start a soapmaking business and sent me a new tutorial. I've been watching soapmaking on KZbin for years, but finally decided to start the craft for myself. I just bought your books and this new tutorial is an extra bonus!

[@SuhaanMalik-i2n]

How is it going

[@Rodmic-hd9pn]

Starting my journey.. thank you for sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm with us.

[@bramble-berry]

You are so welcome! Good luck!

[@kristouma]

Hello from Cameroon. I discovered your channel and I must admit I am overwhelmed by the simplicity of your explanations. Thank you for sharing your expertise with us. There are so many videos on KZbin but for the first time I fully understand this cold process soap making process. You give a lot of details and it helps neophyte lovers like me. I subscribe directly to your channel and I will recommend it to other cold soap lovers like me. I hope to be able to show you my achievements in the very near future. Thanks again for sharing this. Sorry for my shaky English, I think you'll understand I'm French speaking and just trying to speak in English.

[@bramble-berry]

Your English is very good! If you ever need more indepth information about your recipes or guidance you are welcome to reach out to our customer support team at [e-mail] for more assistance.

[@dianagalvan4228]

I haven't read the comments so I don't know if anyone's said this before or if you have a video for this but, you tare your scale when measuring and there are people who don't know that you're doing that or don't know what that is/how to do it. Just a suhhestion to explain it for like blank slate newbies. 👍🏼 Love your videos. I'm excited about starting my soap making adventure!

[@sugarkanesugaringspallcsug9879]

Yeah she needs to say that. Also tell the temperature to mix lye water and oil water. I’m missing it. 😮

[@kenishahammond3935]

This was a very educational and excellent cold process soap video.I just started making my own body butters and hair butters, now I'm delving into my soap making journey, and I'm super excited! Thank you so much for sharing this video!

[@HomesteadinginSuburbiaFL]

Thank you so much for all of youe explanations. I feel more educated and not talked down to at all - you are the best!😍

[@mechelledesigns]

I used a kit that I got as a gift but used your video as my guide. It looks great! I look forward to using and giving some away once cured.

[@euchrideucrow1970]

So we CAN pre-mix the colour and oil. Pfffft I wish I’d known that before. Glad I know it now. I love this channel.

[@seahorse5689]

Made my first batch of soap tonight using the basic soap kit from Brambleberry. So excited! Can't wait to see how it turns.

[@bramble-berry]

Wonderful!

[@daianeguerra6283]

I'm from Brazil and finished a class of soap handmade. I loved the way you learn!

[@coffeefiend8856]

Thanks so much for having this playlist for beginner soapmakers. I direct others to this playlist often.

[@bramble-berry]

You are so welcome! Glad it's been helpful!

[@mjwarlock]

Its good that you mention the alu -sodium reaction i am aware of this reaction but would definitly overlooked it when trying to make soap for the first time

[@TheAnimalsMagicShop]

I just ordered the supplies to make soap - it's something I've been wanting to do for a long time and this video gave me the push needed. Than you, I subscribed and look forward to learning more.

[@marielcastillo7517]

Love the way you explained. I started with melt and pour this Christmas, made some macarroon soaps to have fun and give to friends. My family love them. What I see is I need to work fast to make design. I see cold process you have more time so later I am thinking in having my first cold p soap. This is such a good way to be crwative and I learned a lot about what makes a good real soap .

[@DarlitaStephens]

Thank you for making these videos. I decided to try my hand at soap and candle making after seeing one of your videos on my homepage. This has been a fantastic introduction and I'm excited to start making the products. I primarily want to make them to give as gifts.

[@Mellymichy]

Thank you SO much for this video. I’m a new soap maker with 0 knowledge and this video was so thorough and well explained! ❤

[@MsAubrey]

I use shower pan liner for covering my surfaces... we just happened to have some leftover from our bathroom remodel and it works great!

[@wandamcmicheal3965]

This is the best video on soap making I have seen. Great useful information and to the point. Lovely presenter! ❤

[@bramble-berry]

Thanks so much 😊

[@novaleebrooks5415]

Thank you for explaining why you have to do each step a certain way, thank you!

[@ashleywood1672]

You are so informative. I gave watched so many soap making videos in the past couple of weeks and yours is by far, the most helpful and you explain why things are, not just that they are. I appreciate you and how helpful you are. 😊 thank you

[@RyanEdmondsMyLifeAsRyan]

I appreciate how much effort goes into your professional videos. Thank you. new starter business here... going well! Continually learning. Love from Cape Town, South Africa 🇿🇦 ♥️

[@peluso_palit]

Finally re-make beginners video 🎆🎆🎆

[@lisapasquar2141]

I love your videos,; all the information you share. I am grateful to have found you and have been watching you forever, ty ty ty 💙💜💛

[@bramble-berry]

You are so welcome 💜

[@soulkalastudio]

Excellent video, so informative for a first time soap maker. Thank you.

[@bramble-berry]

Glad it was helpful!

[@RonayeTanner]

What a well done, informative video. Thankyou for all this information! I feel more secure now about making my first soap!

[@anne-mariepilon-gerdun3836]

Hi , thank you so much for this video. I have been watching many soap-making videos in the last month and yours are the best! I can't wait to get started !

[@husseinkamel4229]

I am from Egypt your video was very useful to me. thank you very much

[@sandihamilton7091]

this is from a year ago, but I just watched it today and it was SO helpful to a new "soaper", Love your presentation, so easy to follow, will watch more!

[@cayladittenhoffer3290]

I love love this video! However, I would like to know weight of oils you are using and amount of lye/water

[@TheSimplesanctuary]

I love watching your videos Anne Marie. Thanks to you I now educate on soap and candle making here in Melbourne Australia.🙏🙏

[@rozalfarrington2634]

You are such a great teacher!! Thank you so much.

[@erickam9648]

You explain soap very easy to understand and calm thanks

[@lilbitlevan]

I'm new at making soap and was wondering if I can safely use my dried garden flowers for decoration in my soap making? I do not use any chemicals in my soil. My favorites are mums, marigolds, zinnias, Russian sage and salvia. I am also a Beekeeper and have raw honey and beeswax from my hives, that I would also like to use. What are your thoughts. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. You rock!

[@Red-jl5dq]

Just discovered this and out of like 30 other channels I love this one love it . Thank you ,, yes I am the first guy 😉😉😉

[@bramble-berry]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@ZakirHussain-rs5dx]

Thanks for sharing the soap making knowledge.

[@HoosierHmstrdr94]

I learned so much! I turned this video into a Word doc and cannot wait to make my first batch! Thanks so very much!

[@bramble-berry]

You are so welcome! Good luck, and welcome to the soap making community!

[@agnespeuten5171]

That was incredible helpful and well put together. Thank you ❤

[@RightTouchMatters]

EXCELLENT detailed tutorial. Thank you so much for your generosity.

[@nativetexan6628]

Well, probably not going to try it myself but I really appreciate this video. Now I know I can do it if I decide to.

[@teannahairston5729]

I have become so interested in this. I can not wait to get started. So many questions though 🤔

[@bramble-berry]

Feel free to reach out to our customer service team for any questions! [e-mail]

[@userac11]

Hi! What temp should the lye water and the oil mixture be? What temps are we looking for when using the thermometer? Maybe I missed this! Such a great video.

[@bramble-berry]

Generally you want your temperatures to be between 100 and 120 degrees F.

[@mansarayrugie]

Superb explanation ❤ Regarding the water if I'm making soap in Africa and we normally have water well water

[@gloriacoffie2686]

We use distilled water in Ghana

[@evitacastor1593]

Great video! Can I let it cure in the garage winter/summer

[@ramonabear00]

Thank you, you're always a pleasure to watch and follow

[@mohsenaakter8246]

I was thinking about to start a businesses , thank you so much for this video ❤, your videos helped me a lot to learn about soap making 😍. I want to know about the shelf life of these cold process soaps and is it safe for face?

[@genevievenoel3394]

This is an awesome tutorial thanks so much ❤️😄

[@stancexpunks]

Can reverse osmosis (RO) water be used instead of distilled? I heard it’s purer than distilled.

[@epritches]

Great video Anne-Marie! Would love to see a recipe of yours using the heat-transfer method and how you would formulate a soap batch or change your existing practices to fit that new technique :)

[@pamelasusanna7461]

Can we make soap during winter months?

[@pennyarizzio2824]

Did I miss it .. what temp. was the lye and the oils? What for the lye to cool down to what temp.? And heating up the oils to what temp.? This was such a great video. Thank you so much!

[@bramble-berry]

Hi! We like to allow the lye water and the oils to cool to 130° F or below (and ideally within 10 degrees of each other).

[@cecilfrazier4432]

Your the bomb!!! 💥 I want to learn more about this process!! Thank you for sharing your videos with us!! 💜

[@innocentqueen8047]

Indeed you are a good teacher

[@michelenemechek7942]

Wow. I needed your information years ago. Thankyou so much !!!!

[@cole94]

I love your videos and how it's in sections and straight forward, thank you for this! I also have a question when you say use distilled water. Do I actually have to buy ready distilled water or I can just boil the tap water first before mixing with the Lye ? 🙈

[@jeanettehaygood4154]

It depends on the quality of your water. If it is good enough for drinking, it is probably okay for making soap. Some water contains chemicals or minerals that can cause problems with soap making. I would recommend making a small batch of soap using the water you have available and see how your soap turns out. Hope this helps! 🥰

[@1966mslady]

I loved and researched so much I wanted to make my own lye lol. But I do make my own essential oils and herbs. Ty

[@katherinepowers7946]

Great video, Ann-Marie!! I’ve always wanted to learn to make CPS so I finally was able to take a class but I thought I’d see what you offer. Thanks for refreshing my mind the info you offer is great. ☺️💕

[@rosemondtenkorang4486]

Thank you Anne-Marie....your tutorial was very much helpful

[@michellewines6354]

Thank you for your tips and tricks! Can I use the large measuring cup that you stirred the soap batter in for food afterward once it's washed?

[@jeanettehaygood4154]

Many people keep their soap making equipment separate. However, in my opinion glass items can be washed after soap making and used in the kitchen.

[@Englishwithodo]

Hello. I am happy I find your channel and I already watched all the videos in the beginner section. I want to start making soap. My only concern is that in all my apartment the temperature is around 30degree Celsius. So is very hot. I don’t know how to create a good environment for curing my soap. Should I use a small fan for curing the soap? Thank you so much for all great content and I am looking forward for your help

[@bramble-berry]

Yes, a fan and a dehumidifier would be helpful for curing your soaps.

[@dawnmcguire4267]

Do you show the actual recipe? I’ve watched a lot of your videos so I trust you and would like to make my forest recipe from your recipe. I’ve found other recipes on other videos but would rather yours!

[@bramble-berry]

Our Simple and Gentle Soap Project is a wonderful recipe to start with, the instructions can be found here: www.brambleberry.com/articles-and-projects/projects/cold-process/simple-and-gentle-soap-project/PS000211.html

[@manrajsinghchhabra1178]

Hey. Amazing video Can u pls clarify the quantities of oil water and lye for this soap. Just for beginning to make a batch of 5 to 6 soaps

[@DR.KISHORROY-ok2qp]

Thank you so much

[@rainbowradian1]

Thank you all the information and taking time out to teach

[@kalenegopaulchand9072]

I learn so much from you. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@KarinaMD.11]

Thank you so much for the tutorial! I am watching all the videos in the play list. Can I use lye (from ashes I have mixed with water to produce the lye)?

[@levanasoaps6142]

Thank you Ann Marie, this is an excellent video!

[@VondaleWalker]

Shoutout to your hair stylist!!!

[@jacquelynwashington6016]

Anne-Marie I am new to your channel. I absolutely love what you’re showing us because I do have a passion for wanting to make homemade soap. I’ve been wanting to do it for the past year now my question to you is I’m a little confused on some thing small what exactly am I to tell my potential customers that the actual cleaning agent is in the homemade soap I’m assuming it’s a lie, but just tell me please cause I really don’t know. Where is the cleaning agent for the skin derived from? I’m thinking it’s the lie.

[@bramble-berry]

Thank you for your inquiry! The saponified oils are what causes the soap to clean the skin 💜

[@jacquelynwashington6016]

@@bramble-berry Thank you! Oh and I am so sorry that I used the WRONG spelling of the word lye!🙏💕

[@NikkiLynn3]

BUT WHAT'S A GOOD TEMP FOR THE LYE WATER & OIL TO MIX TOGETHER

[@chrisdownes9771]

120 degrees for both oil and lye water 💦

[@NikkiLynn3]

@@chrisdownes9771 CAN IT BE LOWER? Or is 120 recommended

[@stancexpunks]

She normally prefers when they’re both in the 110-120°F range but sometimes she will go lower depending on the recipe. You should watch their original how to make cp soap beginner series because she goes more in depth in those

[@bramble-berry]

We generally recommend 120 °F for beginners, but it's absolutely possible to use lye and oils at as low as 80 °F. We usually suggest going for lower temperatures if you're working with delicate ingredients like milk or extracts.

[@MsAubrey]

@@bramble-berry Or adding honey. 😁

[@TracyD2020]

I love my coconut oil. Do I measure when it's solid or do I melt it and then measure it?

[@ahmetziyaaktas9179]

Measuring in grams so nothing changes

[@devangmehta1135]

Nice Video.. Great Work... But Plz let Me know the Quantity of Lye/sodium hydroxide & oil ... required

[@DonveClayton-wz5xc]

Hi. Im new to making cold processed soap and I absolutely love it....i just want to ask, my soap stains my cloth when I take a bath, am i doing anything wrong

[@bramble-berry]

We're so happy that you're loving cold process soap making! If the soap is staining the cloths, you're welcome to reduce the amount of mica in the next batch, and that should help reduce staining 💜

[@PinkyPraneeth]

Anne Marie, I have followed your instructions and made 3 wonderful batches of cold process soaps. After 6 weeks of curing CP batches I have found that my soaps are : running out" rapidly and look soggy in the shower even when not in use. The final finished soap is quiet hard. Any tips on how to keep these soaps not run out so fast/ last longer?

[@bramble-berry]

Great question! Storing the soaps in a cool dry place when they aren't in the shower can help with the longevity of the soap.

[@MADsymptom]

What’s the recommended temperature to mix the lye and the oils?

[@bramble-berry]

We like to allow the lye water and the oils to cool to 130° F or below (and ideally within 10 degrees of each other).

[@osieg]

Wow! What a great video! I’m off to check out bramble berry! ❤❤❤

[@marinaOfTheSeas]

Made my first batch today! I had a mild panic attack when needing to put the lye container in the sink, though. Is it safe to just rinse it and then wash it with the rest of your soapmaking dishes at the end? I wash my baby's items in that sink so I was kind of scared after! Other than that though, it was so much fun and I can't wait to do it again!!

[@bramble-berry]

Yes, it is safe to wash that dish out in a sink you use for other dishes or washing up in. Just make sure you wash down the sink after you are done washing your cold process tools.

[@katewiriadinata4243]

Hi Anne-Marie, wondering if you can explain 99% NaOH vs. 100% NaOH. Which one we should use for soap making?

[@bramble-berry]

Either would work - so long as the percentage is above 90%.

[@wendyirving6530]

Great video. I’m loving all this information ❤

[@christineramseyer4721]

Great video for a refresher. Thanks

[@blessedgardener6978]

Thank you for so much. Binge watching.

[@conniemessina2097]

I learned everything from her!

[@Godlovesstella]

Thanks for your lecture is lye and Naoh same

[@bramble-berry]

They are commonly referred as lye but there are two types of lye that are typically used for soap. Potassium Hydroxide Lye is used for liquid soap, and Sodium Hydroxide Lye (NaOH) is used for solid bar soap.

[@BLynnE]

What is best practice for cleaning up those stray crumbs of lye that might fall away from the container when pouring into the dish? I would think a paper towel that’s been dampened, but would that cause a dangerous chemical reaction?

[@bramble-berry]

We suggest using gloves and first wiping up any big crumbs with a dry paper towel and then wiping the counter again with a clean, damp paper towel to clear any lye dust.

[@rhondaviau-caron3322]

So I am thinking I would love to make soap, but a quick question please. Can my cups, spoons, etc be used in the kitchen after it’s used in soap making.

[@bramble-berry]

You will need to dedicate a separate set of utensils for soap making.

[@sanafaruque7204]

Is preservative needed in cold processed soap? Is sodium phytate can be used in cold processed soap?

[@ak-yp9gw]

i see that you used a glass pyrex measuring cup to mix the lye & water. I've just read on various sites that this is unsafe as lye weakens glass and can cause the glass to explode. Is it safe to use a glass pyrex container to mix the lye and water?

[@bramble-berry]

We recommend heat-safe glass, plastic, or stainless steel bowls. Don’t use aluminum - it can react with the lye and create toxic fumes.

[@sarndav]

When adding color, do I take the oil from my already measured out oils? Or do I measure out oil thats not from the mix? Hope that makes sense. Do I use fragrance oil or essential oils and whats the differences? Thank you.

[@bramble-berry]

The oils used to disperse colors can be separate from the measured oils for your soap. You're welcome to use fragrance or essential oils in your soaps. We have a great article with the distinctions here: www.brambleberry.com/ingredient-information/fragrance-and-essential-oils/art0017-essential-oils-vs-fragrance-oils.html

[@lisettegarcia753]

Thank you for the video, super helpful but what are the exact ounces needed for each ingredient?

[@bramble-berry]

This video is a general guide on making cold process soap. For recipe ideas you can check our website under Cold Process Projects. www.brambleberry.com/articles-and-projects/projects/cold-process

[@brendagomez5726]

What's your opinion on using Heat Transfer Method?

[@markobojovic2242]

Can you tell me how much money is needed for all these necessary ingredients and tools from the video? I watched your videos for a couple of days and I really got a strong desire to make soaps. Your videos are excellent and so informative !

[@Alovethatlasts]

Could you use your immersion blender you use for cooking or would you want a separate one for soap making?

[@bramble-berry]

You're welcome to use what you have at home to get started with soap-making. If you're making soap frequently, we recommend having dedicated soap making tools.

[@frugeri_bia]

Obrigada pela legenda em português! Ajudou muito! ❤️👋👋👋

[@bramble-berry]

Que bom que ajudou!