How to make soap using up bits of old oils! ♻ Recipe formulation and a fun surprise soap rebatch 😉

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Come and join the community! 🌻www.buymeacoffee.com/ellyseveryday *DISCLAIMER:* The information provided within Elly's Everyday videos, website, social media pages and for Elly’s Everyday group members is based on my own personal research and experience and is provided for informational, entertainment and general educational purposes only. I am not a professional soap manufacturer and do not hold any qualifications in chemistry or skincare formulation (or any other related field) and I make no guarantees about the correctness of the information provided. Please use any information provided at your own risk and view this video if you are new to soap making: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4u3pIpvituBo7c. Thank you!

[@hassanas.benjamin3818]

I have a question are the oil previously used oils that was saved after cooking with? Just asking.

[@shannonvincent9407]

You wouldn't want use "used" oils for soap.

[@Ana-ws6xj]

​@@hassanas.benjamin3818you can perfectly use it. I use and it good for cloths and dishes. not for body

[@joydavis4087]

I really appreciate you showing us when things don’t quite turn out as expected. The knowledge of how to fix it, is priceless. TY ❤

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

You're welcome, thank you.

[@goldenstar9379]

I feel like i am in an science class with a very humble and patient teacher.?.😂😂😂 Thank you ma'am 😊

[@barbararoyal6139]

Ellie I love how you share when things don’t go the way you want them to and then share solutions. Thank you 🕊

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

You're very welcome Barbara, thank you :)

[@karenstead6477]

I loved this one too. Thanks for hanging in there and helping me see how to fix a mistake!’

[@douglasharmon5977]

@@EllysEverydaySoapMaking Hi Elly looking to break into making soap in the video soap making for beginners can you tell me what dimensions are this molds please are where to get said molds help please 🙏

[@joelhenryhenry5014]

​@@EllysEverydaySoapMaking❤

[@trisha5880]

Me too.❤

[@Sandra.Sandy.Robinson]

I really like it when someone shows mistakes and solutions. Thank you 😊

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you.

[@torahobadiah]

I like your quiet and soothing manner. You don't grate on my nerves. Thanks

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you, I love that.

[@Kargarbo]

Thank you for showing the whole process and the results of a mistake. The extra length was worth it.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you, all my videos are long haha :)

[@susanfletcher6370]

Don’t need to apologise Elly, I love the way you break down the calculating as it’s not easy to find this. It’s very informative and well explained. So good to see how to adapt a recipe to use whatever combination of fats required, this gives so much flexibility and creative fun for the soap maker.

[@hollykainz]

Thanks for the corrective lesson.

[@torahobadiah]

Thanks. Learned a few things. Worth the long video

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks :)

[@Katy99941]

Than you for your awesome videos. You are one of the best ever teachers for soapmaking❤😊❤

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks so much 😊

[@brenkyable]

Fabulous. You answered lots of my questions that i didnt know how to ask. 😂 Great explaination of the mysterious, soap calc. Many thanks from Ireland, Brenda

[@sandramartin1864]

Totally enjoyed the tutorial...

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Awesome, thank you!

[@rhondab2431]

Thank you so much for sharing not only your successes, but your “learning moments” as well. It’s never a failure as long as you learn something from the circumstance. I am planning to make my first batch of soap soon and I learn a lot from folks like you who are real! God Bless.

[@dedehodo8890]

This was absolutely wonderful. I learned something new in watching this. You are awesome Elly. By the way, your videos are never boring, ALWAYS informative, solid, full of insight and engaging. Thanks!!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

DeDe, thank you! Best feedback I've heard in ages. I really appreciate you sharing it :)

[@daniellehaccou9777]

Thank you so much for this video. I AM learning every day.....and pls don't think that anything you are doing is unnecessary....so, yeah, we do stick around until the end...those of us who only started out doing soap. Lots to learn....and everything you do is really nicely detailed, which I absolutely love! It really is a very intimidating hobby....but, I must say, that I have formulated 2 batches of my own, which have worked out well actually....and I AM ascribing this to you and my good friend in Namibia who is helping me as well....giving very valuable tips.... Thank you so much, Elly! Love ya!🤗😘🙏🙏🙏

[@JaniceMoore-q1r]

Thank you Elly, I have just made your Pumice Soap. It has turned out beautifully. I lightly fragrance with Patchouli and Sandalwood

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Ooh sounds gorgeous

[@Diamond18116]

Thank you Elly I enjoy watching your soap making - I am learning so many Magical tricks from you those mistakes its a great lessons for me too

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh thank you!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Here's what I do with my 'laundry soap' if anyone wants to know (it's a washing powder recipe for the washing machine - I've been using it for years) kzbin.info/www/bejne/apXYl41tmsukmLM And here are the instructions for working out your own recipe using up old oils, including how to calculate the citric acid amount www.ellyseveryday.com/ellys-everyday-blog/how-to-make-soap-using-up-old-oils Happy formulating!

[@alystairmabloch401]

As much as I love soap, it's pretty bad for washing machine. It's great for the dishes though.

[@dinarusso3320]

​@@alystairmabloch401 me too, I keep those laundry bars for washing dishes, they're good for grease and saves plastic.

[@dinarusso3320]

​@@alystairmabloch401 I've tried it and soap didn't work for my laundry, but if works for someone then good.

[@alystairmabloch401]

@@dinarusso3320 it really shouldn't be used for laundry at all. Overtime the residue will clog the machine which won't clean properly anymore... It's a good idea on paper but it doesn't work.

[@KarenCain-c1w]

I watched right to the end because you explain everything SO well.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks so much

[@alpha01356]

Thank you for showing us how to fix when things don't go as well as we won't, and thank you for being down to earth and show us everything. You are the one that made me comfortable in my journey of soap making.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

That's wonderful, thank you.

[@hiluxradio3101]

I'm new to this, this was so much FUN!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Yay! I loved this one too.

[@fujierobesky5651]

Love watching your solution to a mistake. I had the same problem but dumped the batch. Thank you.

[@marlaconry6341]

I appreciate you showing 'fails' and especially how to fix them. One of my first batches (before YT was such a goldmine of info) turned out quite similar to this batch. Not knowing what to do and not wanting to risk unsafe soap, I threw it away. Big ouch! Thank you too for the info on citric acid. Looking forward to a special video on its uses. I absolutely love the way you explain everything, and your always calm, soothing voice. Love from Missouri, US!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you so much Maria, that's truly wonderful feedback. Glad you enjoyed this.

[@ludunkalubovmoia293]

Am I still watching? Of course I am! Honest, informative, cute video. Thank you Elly.

[@rosatello3952]

Thank you so much it was very interesting you .

[@cwgoodrich]

I just wanted to leave a quick note how you have made my life a little bit better. I discovered your channel about 6-8 months, ago. I used to purchased KIRKS CASTILE soap, exclusively. Now, I make my own. I can’t say it’s a “born again” experience, but it’s enjoyable. I don’t want to sound like a freak, but I think of your channel every time I climb into the shower. I’ve used your recipes and never had a failure. THANK YOU!!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Ah, no worries at all Charles - I get you completely! Making my own soap had that effect on me too. Thanks for your kind words :)

[@auntiepam5649]

Thank you for teaching us how to fix this.

[@ikramHabbasi]

❤ great learning. Thank you 🙏

[@KristinGasser]

Thank you for showing the whole process, ESPECIALLY the saving the batch possibility!! That was sooo helpful and calming, to know, how to find out, what went wrong and how to fix it!! Thank you so much!

[@zoraiabrito5946]

Thank you, Ellie! Good mistake you made, so I and everyone will know what to do when it happens to us! Thank you for being humble enough to show the vulnerabilities of any kind of work! You're great! Love, from Brazil!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Aww, thank you Zoraia! Love that feedback, much appreciated.

[@Nikyychris]

This is great! My first time making soap was kind of frustrating and hard to know what I did wrong. Love How well you explain everything. Just made another batch today and I'm happy with how it turned out. Thank you :)

[@CreativePurpleEFX]

THANK YOU for sharing this! I thought this video was great... it not only gives another idea for how to use up some supplies but also how to pivot when it doesn't come out quite right. Thank you for creating this channel 💜 (I'm in the US btw).

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you Lady Si! I love that feedback, I'm so glad you enjoyed this so much. Yay!

[@jessienorwood1946]

You have a different way of making soap. I really enjoy WATCHING you!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you Jessie!

[@naturally_nica]

This was perfect!! Mistakes are just unexpected lessons and they are needed for "future" us as well so thank you.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Absolutely! I treasure these opportunities. Actually made this video more interesting I thought :)

[@tb1670]

Hi from Florida USA. Your video was so timely. I just had one of hose kind of mishaps with some soap. I was hoping that given enough time it might work out. Now I know what to do. The soap is in my crockpot as I’m writing this. Thanks so much for sharing your experience and expertise with those of us that are less experienced.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Hi T B, that's excellent! I do get a lot of emails about this, so I knew it would be a fortuitous mishap in the end. So glad it was so timely for you. Hi from Brisbane :)

[@tmroney]

I really enjoyed the video and didn’t mind the length. It was a good topic. Thanks for letting us see what you did when your soap didn’t turn out like you wanted.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

That's such great feedback, thank you! Very validating for me. I appreciate it.

[@teris1789]

Thanks for not being afraid to show us everything ;)

[@mackmarlyne]

Thank you for posting your opps. I learned more from watching you fix it, than I have watching tons of other videos!

[@candacecollins7761]

Just watched this video though it was made a year ago. It’s just as valuable today. I’m new to soapmaking. (Started a year ago) and I’m terrible in math lol but I rewatch your videos several times until I finally get it. I’m getting there though slowly. Thank you for sharing your time with time with soapers that are just learning.❤

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you for your lovely feedback, Candace. I know you'll get there, trust the process and have fun. ❤

[@amyt9577]

I love this video, Elly is so honest, amazing!!!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks :)

[@khursheedward2051]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! I loved this - the trouble shooting is amazing to watch.

[@katioconnor5295]

Searching for cornstarch hacks, and you are very helpful as well... just learned about cornstarch for cleaning cooking oil...

[@rochellemckay5008]

Hi Elly thank you so so much for everything you do all the way from Namibia. I tried your 100% coconut oil soap and it worked wonders. I'm having just sunflower oil and a lotle bit of coconut and olive oil..I'm going to pause and try to really follow your instructions to create a soap. I'm a very much newbie but my first ever soap was a big success. Thank you from the bottom of mu heart.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you Rochelle!

[@corysmama1]

I love and appreciate your efforts. It helps us to know what to do when things do not go right for us. I feel you are amazing. The citric acid added to your soap answers questions I wondered about. And testing the unsafe soap is a true blessing.

[@chrisfairall1923]

Thanks Elly I loved every minute! So much learning in your videos. Always a pleasure to listen to you too. 💓

[@Allahguest]

Never enough long don’t worry I love your videos and your way to show us all your tricks thank you I always lean something new ❤

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

That is lovely. Glad you liked all my videos, thank you so much. :)

[@LongSessions26]

Hello from Thailand..thank you so much for sharing..i love this one video...

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you for watching my video! I appreciate it a lot. :)

[@reginaf.2719]

I have been learning so much from you! You have the heart and soul of a caring teacher. Love your work !

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks so much 😊

[@audramichie3129]

Thanks for the interesting and informative post! I watched it at the end of a long and trying day and as always your calm cheerful voice was the perfect note to end my day on. Also I learned some new things for my soap making adventures! I’ve been making all our soap for a decade now but there’s always things to learn. Thanks again!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

That's wonderful Audra, thanks!

[@Maz3324]

Thank you Ellie enjoyed watching I have been making soap for six years . But learnt something new today.

[@lunae10]

Thank you indeed! This is amazing and so good, to see the whole process!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

You’re welcome! Thanks so much for your support, really glad you found this helpful.

[@joa7302]

I fully enjoyed watching the whole process. Thanks for sharing the entire process

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

You're welcome, I always share the full process in my videos :)

[@725JLO]

Thank you for doing this video. I stayed until the end! I’ll be using up old oils soon and this will be very helpful.

[@lizzyjeanne]

Mistakes are best when someone else makes them. Thanks for being that someone! You know how to fix that mistake, and thanks to you, I know how too!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Absolutely!

[@Marie-yx5ie]

Well done Ellie, that could happen to anyone and now we know how to fix it. Thank you. 👍😉🇮🇪☘️

[@gwendolynwebster7722]

Oh, Elly! Thank you, so much, for giving us all of these details! You are a wealth of information and I so enjoy your gift of teaching. Your generosity is so appreciated! I've learned so much and feel much braver these days because of all of your videos.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

That's great Gwendolyn, thank you!

[@corinamartin7884]

Thanks Elly really enjoy watching your video's, love these wonderful learning moments, always informative! 😉

[@jerilyn617]

I love the way you explained everything. Thank you for that. Have a blessed day.

[@damis6774]

Hi Elly, this tutorial inspired me to make my first batch of soap with leftover oils. The soaps had a whitish film on top and some grainy crystals - probably lye that wasn’t dissolved. I cooked them up today, 2 days after the initial pour, and am really happy with the cooking. I can understand how hot process can be relaxing. The only challenge was guessing how much extra water to add to the pot. For my small 3-bar batch, which is a mild cleansing soap, I added teaspoons of distilled water. Thank you very much for the tutorials!

[@minnesotabasketmaker]

Excellent video to go for trouble shooting and using bits of oil. Was just trying this morning to remember the way to calculate oils needed for molds. Thank you.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks so much CJ

[@kimberlyellis4546]

Thank you! This is so helpful! It’s always a pleasure to spend time with you!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you Kimberly!

[@montsebespinporta3418]

merci pour vos videos ! j'apprends énormément grâce a vous !

[@6ftS]

great video. thank you for the decent production. I am addicted to making soap since my first batch. it is a very satisfying hobby indeed.

[@peggiezamiaty7413]

so great I applaud you for sticking it out!!!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you!!

[@emilierose9402]

I've been watching your videos for a while now. I even bought the basics for soap making. I have hard water and have been nervous about figuring out a recipe with citric acid. Your videos are so easy to follow I am finally going to bite the bullet and give this recipe a try with coconut oil. Thanks for all your very informative videos 😀

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

You're very welcome Emilie, thank you!

[@esmeraldapooner751]

This was just perfect because it shows you are only human. I think it can like cooking bread you need every step to be just right.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Absolutely. The best craftspeople run into issues all the time! It's how you work through them that matters :)

[@-PORK-CHOP-]

Elly, You're a Champion, the trouble you go to making an extra batch is amazing, then you also show a mistake and how to fix it, Your amazing 👍👍💖💖

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you!

[@bonniebell1104]

Thank you for sharing. As a beginner, I need to learn as much as possible. Many vlogs just show you how to make it. I need the "what if" of soap making. I'm sure it happens to everyone from time to time so I appreciate your honesty. Best wishes

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

That's so awesome Bonnie, my thoughts exactly!

[@charnesch4274]

This is brilliant! So good to see how you solve problems along the way! TFS!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks Charne!

[@priscillatse1332]

I love watching your videos so. They are so real and to the point. Thbak you so much. 🤗❤️😊

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you Priscilla :)

[@kirstenlund4313]

I am quite new in soapmaking, so all your videos are a fountain af knowledge to me. I love every minute and do not find your videos long. Thank you for sharing your expertise and love for soapmaking. ♥️☺️

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks so much Kirsten!

[@Susanisalwaysme]

Hi Ellie, once again, thank you for sharing these Gems. Love the video! Never boring and always informational.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you Susie :)

[@Susanisalwaysme]

You're welcome. You are a blessing!

[@moringa3820]

Really, I enjoyed and learned how to fix the soap. Thank you so much for sharing this. ❤️

[@rhiwlen3290]

Thank you so much for showing when things don't go quite right, and how you fixed it! I've never made soap, mainly because i've been nervous. I think after watching a few more of your videos I'll be ready to actually try!

[@elizabethmichelin7451]

Love your explanations. I hope to work on a recipe with coconut oil, olive oil and a little Shea butter.you way of using up oils makes me think I can do it. Thank yiu

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

You can! Good luck.

[@Daniela-nr5vz]

Great video ,great recipe ,wonderful soap !!!Thank you for sharing Best regards from Madrid 🇪🇦👋😘

[@ArleneDunkleyWood59]

learned so much from this video. Thank you Elly.

[@marionlacey1986]

Wonderful fixit video Elly! I missed this one when I was out of soap action for 6 months. It came up on my KZbin homepage today when I was trying to find out if it is safe to use old sweet almond oil and virgin avocado oils that expired in December 2022. haven't found an answer yet but will keep looking before I put them in their tightly closed bottles into the rubbish bin! 🐾🥰

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Yes I would use them!! Just make a general household soap or laundry soap with them - they might get a bit of DOS, but they will still make functional soap for your own household use!

[@marionlacey1074]

@Elly's Everyday Soap Making. Thank you Elly I will make laundry soap. I was worried about disposal method because you can't pour oils down the drain! 😊

[@WindDancer435]

Thank you from Texas. I am new to soaping, self taught from using an outdated soap making book with faulty information. I too, have made mistakes and wish I had seen this video before I messed up two weeks ago and tried to fix on my own. Well, I did ok but your video would have made things much better for me. Here's to you with much love and respect from Texas!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh thank you! I'm happy to hear this was helpful for you. Greetings from Brisbane to Texas! (I'd love to travel all across the USA one day)

[@thetruthwills3tufree]

Great video, Ellie! Yes I watched till the end, you are always lovely to watch. Cheers from Canada!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you Adriana!

[@bethadams5013]

Thx for sticking with it cause I learned a lot!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

You're welcome! So great.

[@maryamtajeri4446]

Just what I needed, thank you for your amazing content ❤❤❤❤❤

[@kathygarner419]

Elly: Thanks for showing your errors, it gives us much needed info on how to recover from those mistakes we are all bound to make from time to time. I have a lot of soybean oil I would like to turn into laundry soap.

[@DawnOrganics]

Great video Elly, good to see the process of fixing the issue. It made me realise I had a similar thing happen about a year and a half ago with pure coconut oil cleaning soaps, It seemed to have traced enough before I reached for the stick blender so I went ahead and poured it. It was lye heavy for about 10-12 days then seemed to have sorted it self out eventually. I didn't realise it was the lack of blending and emulsion. Thanks Elly for another great video 🙏🙏🙏

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you so much George, I'm so glad this was helpful for you too :)

[@lisadegen5158]

Hi Ellie it was great! I loved watching the video - and all the way to the end! 😃. Not bored at all, it was really informative to me and fun to see how to fix the lye heavy parts, by cooking it again. I find watching soap making so therapeutic, as is your voice. Wonderful! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh thank you Lisa! Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@kathya739]

Great video Elly. Also love your attitude about whole situation. Finding humor in mistakes, instead of kicking oneself, has me laughing at myself quite often. Wish all mistakes had such a simple fix;). Thanks Elly.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks Kathy, keeping it real is my philosophy :)

[@sharonscraftroomgrieswell8922]

Thank you so much for explaining all this. I'm a beginner and this helped me so much. Thank you so much !

[@fabonline9389]

I'm just getting into soap making and being a chemist at heart I love the way you explain everytihng. Thanks for your contributions.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Ooh, that's wonderful. Thank you! My husband is a scientist and I always loved science at school. I only have basic knowledge but it's worthwhile sharing. Thanks again.

[@kimallard225]

Hi Elly, watched your video this morning the morning after making soap that went horribly wrong. All my fault. Put too hot lye mixture in to oils then when I realised trace was rapid I hurriedly moulded up my soap and put in oven heated to 170 then turned off before putting the soap in. So too hot mix went in to hot over. What a mistake to make. This morning I have a blistered burned mess. Well that was a lesson on patients. I am so cross with myself as the colour blend for my orange Halloween soap was perfect. I’ll wait longer for the lye mix to cool next time. Boo hoo 😢 I love your videos as you show us things do occasionally go wrong but to carry on and fix it if you can. Lots of love Thanks Kim

[@melodieduperron1252]

Thank you for sharing you answered many of the questions I had as I am new to soap making and loving it

[@sandraribeiro889]

😍🤩💪Thank you, I needed to see how to solve these problems.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh, I'm glad it helps! :)

[@linak1909]

Oh, I'm glad I watched this before trying to make my soap, I was wondering if I could get away with not using my stick blender. Apparently, better use it! Thank you for posting it!

[@cooker4000]

Brilliant. Thank you very much for the detailed education.

[@donnastormer9652]

I was so glad that this all happened because I learned a lot about how to fix a problem. At first I had wondered if you had put too much castor oil in, I have done that before and it’s turned out grainy. I have never done a hot process soap before and have been making soap for over 40 years. You inspired me to try doing a batch now thank you for your time! Donna in Panama City Florida

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you Donna, glad you enjoyed it! Have a look at my other HP videos, you'll enjoy them too I'm sure.

[@Shercam]

Every detailed and thorough. Thanks for sharing.

[@Rosemary-lg8sf]

Thank you, ♥️ I appreciate your channel, video wasn't long when learning how to. Your an amazing tuber🤩

[@dianephipps4428]

Hi Elly. This is such a great video. It explains why the aloe and cucumber soap I made cracked. I made the soap in January this year and everything looked fine. After 2 days of drying it still felt very soft to the touch, but I tried cutting it anyway. Big chunks broke off. I never thought to test the ph, I know from this video that's what I should have done. Lesson learnt :). It's now the end of August and I'm only just starting to use the soap I made. It's a really nice soap, it's finally solidified enough. Thanks for taking the time to explain what happened to your soap.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

You're so welcome Diane, I'm really glad this happened as it's been so useful for people!

[@christineclarke1739]

Thank you very much. I love your natural approach. I have never rebatched so it was great to learn.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

You're welcome Christine, thanks for the great feedback.

[@mayyoke6101]

Thank you so much for this precious tutorial. I've downloaded it, then will be saving it into my hard disk! This video of yours is JUST TOO GOOD👏👏👏👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you May, though it would be great for me if you watched it in KZbin! :)

[@mayyoke6101]

@@EllysEverydaySoapMaking YES, I WOULD DEFINITELY WATCH IT IN KZbin😁😁😁