Make an Emulsified Scrub - From Scratch! | Bramble Berry

It's a #tbt video from the archives of SQTV (originally filmed in 2010) and never before publicly released. In this video, learn to make a unique emulsified scrub that is both cleansing and moisturizing. It's a little more complicated to make than a traditional oil and salt (or sugar) scrub. But the benefits make it well worth the effort. This scrub is easier to use, doesn't feel greasy or leave a slippery mess in the shower and it won't leak if you ship it or it falls sideways.
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[@ddg80sbby]

I used this recipe last week and I am in love! I will enjoy coming up with personal touches to it.

[@Soapmage2014]

When I'm binge watching soapmaking and bath product videos, I ALWAYS come back to this one! It's one of my all time favorites! I actually just jumped onto the scrubs bandwagon only about a month ago after doing only soaps for so long. I'm addicted and actually just placed another order this morning from Brambleberry for supplies to make more! :)

[@bramble-berry]

Thank you so much for watching, and for your orders! It really means a lot to me. This is one of my favorite scrubs. I love the mix of soap, lotion and scrub all in one. =)

[@Soapmage2014]

I do too! NOT greasy at all, feels so clean and my hands are so soft afterwards! I actually keep my personal jar at the sink and use it whenever my hands are feeling too dry since it's cleansing too. :)

[@morpro4u]

@@bramble-berry Ann Marie..when might you post another video of your daughter making some products? I enjoyed watching her help you immensely! Start them young! Love watching even the older videos!

[@RedFuzzyawesome]

Loved the video! I always get so excited when I see them haha! This is my favorite channel on KZbin :) I also love your bangs, Anne-Marie!

[@bramble-berry]

Hello! Thank you so much for your kind words! =)

[@loveinspired7]

This is amazing! I can't wait for my stearic acid to come in the mail in a few days! There's a body lotion and facial moisturizer that I'm just DYING to make! :)

[@laxminaiidu6745]

awesome

[@safiyoaabshir1235]

Wow i really love to watch your vedio s over and over thank you. i was wandering if you guys do training classes for lotion and other staff

[@shunwilliams6180]

Thank you so much for sharing 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@MrsSoapPeddlersHomestead]

Thank you so very much! I am going to order product and make these!

[@webofoca]

Thanks Soaptivated! I came across this recipe before on the web & for some reason i did not like it that much. But thank you so much for the suggestion. That's very kind of you!

[@webofoca]

Thanks.SoapQueen is always so helpful!

[@bramble-berry]

So glad you like the video!

[@polovt9511]

Thank you for this recipe

[@bramble-berry]

Hi Yahnialee Rivera! We typically have at least 300 orders per day! You can find out more about the company here: www.brambleberry.com/About-Us-W9C146.aspx

[@maxwanbeautyaccessja2081]

Nice!!!

[@kiranagarawal2780]

Thanks for sharing such a great recipe , i will definitely give it a shot. Am not sure whether ur answering questions on this video or not but if yes then my question is - can i use phenoxyethanol as a preservative ?i don’t know whether it is a broad spectrum preservative or not ? Thank you.

[@jasaraponton6168]

I love your channel and the Bramble Berry website! What if I don’t want to use a liquid soap?

[@jojosbathandbodytreats]

awesomeness!

[@bramble-berry]

Hello! So glad you like the video! =)

[@marisajames8158]

Thank you for a great tutorial. Could you kindly advise if Optiphen Plus or Liquid Germaben Plus would be good to use for this product? Thank you

[@StephyThompson]

Whether or not it's something I want to make, your videos always brighten my day, Anne-Marie. :)

[@bramble-berry]

Thank you so much for saying that! Made my day. =)

[@StephyThompson]

Can't wait to finally meet you at CSW 2015! :D

[@mamaolivia860]

I love all your vidio 😍😍😍

[@marcelacalderon1]

The recipe is very good. Please can I use on my lips ?? or better I have to remove the preservative and the fragrance?

[@linkuplifestylehub]

If we don’t have liquid soap then what we can replace it?

[@morpro4u]

Folks for those that are looking for an alternative/substitute for sterilizing packaging etc with RA ..it has been recommended to me that denatured alcohol can be used as it DOES NOT contain detergents where as RA does which can attract dirt and has a sticky film it tends to leave behind..but as always do your own research and draw your own conclusions!

[@nairadiaz1061]

Can I add Kojic Acid or Arbutin or Glutathione here and Titanium Dioxide too? If yes, can I ask the measurement of how much do I need to add? Thank you.

[@tracyscottorinaldi3030]

I went to the address you mentioned in the video for the labels but it says it's password protected. Is there another way to get them now? I see that the video was made several years ago. Thanks! :)

[@TheArafatel]

ok thank you so mush i will try it

[@bramble-berry]

+Arafat Elazhar You're welcome! =)

[@vikade6500]

can i add the castile soap base without adding water in small quantity as i want to avoid adding preservative?

[@karenconine963]

Thanks again for a great idea. A customer wants some, and I did not know where to start-so I came to visit you. I will be using some different oils, they requested. You gave me a starting point. U R the best.

[@bramble-berry]

+Karen Conine You're welcome Karen! I think your customer will love this scrub. =)

[@karenconine963]

I used cane sugar which I got from where I live. Your technique helped me make a great scrub, I had seen one of your videos on how to use melt & pour to clean the beeswax out of container, had a little scrub left over. Now have a soap with the scrub in it and clean glass. Thanks for all your help.

[@bramble-berry]

+Karen Conine You're very welcome! I really wanted to share that technique because I have cleaned my fair share of beeswax containers and it is not the most fun job. =) How to Clean Oily Containers: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/clean-oily-containers/

[@LukahsTears]

Can you substitute glycerin for the preservative? Also, what kind of colorant is best for this if you’d like to give the scrub a color?

[@jodygirlo1965]

I absolutely love all of your videos! My question is, do you still have the Template on Bramble Berry site? I think it is just adorable...Thanks!

[@bramble-berry]

You are so welcome! Also, here's the link to the template: www.brambleberry.com/Emulsified-Scrub-Labels-Digital-File-P6021.aspx

[@AB4Jss]

Can I use Liquid Germall Plus for preservative? I only have that on hand. Thank you.

[@cathyhoward9192]

Can you use essential oils for the frangrance

[@nishasuman9321]

hi! I'm new and recently have finished studying Aromatherapy,so my question is how do i deal with the measurements of each and every ingredient as in if want to make 1 batch of emulsified scrub then how much should be of what?? please help me here!

[@bramble-berry]

Hi Sousonne B.C.! You can find those labels at brambleberry.com! Sorry for any confusion. Emulsified Scrub Labels: www.brambleberry.com/Emulsified-Scrub-Labels-Digital-File-P6021.aspx

[@zaynabmahmud2798]

Hi, you said there are free pdf labels for this scrub and I haven't found any. Pls can you guide me?

[@cherrybomb134]

Thank you for such an awesome tutorial! Can Optiphen Plus be used in this recipe? Also, if I don't want to add a liquid soap base what liquids should I increase or should I use less salt? Thanks again!

[@bramble-berry]

Hi there! So glad you like the tutorial! Optiphen ND works best in water-based recipes, like toners and cleaning sprays. However, Optiphen would work great in this recipe. You can use it at .5-1.5%. The Talk It Out Tuesday: Preservatives post has more information on that: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/lotion/talk-it-out-tuesday-preservatives/ We love the liquid soap in this recipe because it adds some great lather. If you want to leave it out, I would recommend increasing the amount of water. Because the texture will be different without soap, a small test batch may be helpful for you. =)

[@nballesterob]

I can't find ewax where I live (Costa Rica) can I use cetilic alcohol instead it? TIA

[@jadezamora8633]

Thank you

[@bramble-berry]

Jade Zamora You're welcome! =)

[@melissalooman751]

I know this video is old but I have a few questions that hopefully will get answered. What is the shelf life of this scrub, do you go by oil shelf life that you use? also when I made this mine got very thick, not runny at all. I omitted the beeswax (hoping it wouldn't get too thick) and used hemp oil instead of Almond oil. As soon as I added water mixture to oil mixture is instantly thickened to a crisco consistency as soon as I blended it.

[@paulmiller7709]

So when you sterilize your bowls and stirring impliments with bleach water non of the bleach that ligers in the bowls and wasn’t wipe out won’t react with any ingredients?

[@AvaliDiva]

I do not want to add steric acid, beeswax or liquid soap. If I adjust my butters and water, I should still get a decent scrub right?

[@yourcreativeplayground6829]

I know this is a super old video, but I was hoping to have a direct link to the proper labels to download with the ingredient list for this scrub. I checked around on the website but I can't find it anywhere.

[@jeal4311]

is optiphen plus good for sugar scrub?

[@jenniferjohn4363]

Very awesome but please why did you add water in the soap base

[@irishagold]

love the video! Every time I watch a new one I go to BB and order more stuff! Ha-ha! Anne-Marie, at what point would you add Jojoba beads to the mixture? Thank you

[@bramble-berry]

Hello! So glad to hear you like the video! You can add jojoba beads at the same time you add the salt. =) Jojoba beads: www.brambleberry.com/Jojoba-Beads-C125.aspx

[@irishagold]

***** thank you!

[@rajeshwarisavant6954]

Hello bramble berry, pleasssssee help .. My emulsified sugar scrub which I made for selling purpose (6 bottles) are drying out in bottles itself(it’s unused)I think I add more sugar..but now how can I cure the damage please helpppp

[@annaknobloch]

I want to make a small batch but I'm not sure how to resize the recipe. Is there an easy way to figure that out? I'm not sure I want to make that much in case I don't end up liking it.

[@vntgrosegal3818]

Love your videos Anne Marie :-) For people with nut allergies, what can I use to substitute almond oil?

[@bramble-berry]

Hello! So glad you like them! Canola oil would be a good substitute for this recipe: www.brambleberry.com/Canola-Oil-P5548.aspx

[@aartimelvani5618]

Can we use walnut granules instead of sugar to make walnut scrub??

[@rakshasinghvi2467]

Hello mam, i want to know dat dis scrub works for which skin type normal, combination, oily, dry, acne prone skin etc.

[@abraralrifaiy5716]

can i use Liquid Soap Concentrate Base in this recipe ?

[@cursospepelyn369]

hi,its some problem if I not put the soap??

[@squirrel6536]

I'm looking to make this vegan and was wondering if the emulsifying wax is vegan friendly? I'm already subbing in candelilla wax instead of beeswax and plan to use avocado oil and coconut oil instead of sweet almond (one less thing to purchase). Please let me know ASAP - I already have a few people interested in it!

[@onikarobinson8752]

Question is this plastic or glass jars. Also can i use body wash base?

[@UrbangirlFabulous]

I'm leatnig so much from your videos and website, thanks for shsring. My focus is all natural products, what natural preservative would you recommend as a substitute and is the percentages used by the total weight of the product? Thanks.

[@bramble-berry]

Hello! There are actually no natural preservatives to use in this product. You can leave the preservative out of this recipe if you choose. Just keep in mind the shelf life will be a lot shorter. You may want to store your scrub in the refrigerator until you're ready to use it. =) Talk it Out Tuesday: Preservatives: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/lotion/talk-it-out-tuesday-preservatives/

[@Skylightatdusk]

Does this foaming scrub actually lather? The video did not show how it looks when rubbed with water.

[@nailsbydrea]

Does it have to be a liquid base? Can i use any liquid soap even if it's not a base?

[@webofoca]

Great video! Can you please do a tutorial with a tinted lipbalm with lanolin. How to & how much to use lanolin. Thank you.

[@Soaptivated]

Hi Carlos. Here's a dupe of Burt's Bees lip balm. happymoneysaver.com/burts-bees-lip-balm-recipe/ It contains lanolin, though no colorant for tinting. Mica will be fine, just as long as it's noted as lip safe.

[@bramble-berry]

Hi Carlos! Thanks for that suggestion! Lanolin is usually most similar to a butter (although sometimes it is liquid depending on how it has been processed), so you can use it in place of the mango butter in this recipe. You may want to make a small test batch to see if you like the texture. =)

[@Ellen_P]

Hi there, looks great. I guess you have to put the final product on you body and scrub before you put on the shower? Thanks👍

[@bramble-berry]

You can use this scrub several ways! You can wet your hands and then use the scrub in the sink. You can also scrub your body during your shower. The key is to apply the scrub to damp skin, rub in circular motions and then rinse off. =)

[@TaraLeee]

I know this video is really old, but hoping for a response. I should be able to use liquid germall plus as my preservative instead of phenonip correct?

[@sandraeljach5927]

si, de hecho es mucho mejor!. saludos.

[@xmacsx]

Yes you can. Just make sure to check your usage percentage.

[@iamnatpetite]

@Sharani P Yes you can, just use it at the correct percentage rate which is 0.5%

[@chinyzurc9790]

Woooowwww tara, i didnt expect to find you here 😍 I watch all your videos about formulating products!! I love your channel!!

[@ashleyhernandez5908]

Hi did you use the same amount of germall as she used for phenonip

[@thepainterlyacademy3225]

Is BTMS-50 conditioning emulsifier usable instead of emulsifying wax?

[@ChauAtTheKitchenSink]

Alissa Nagel, O.D. yes! :)

[@orchid147]

what is the substitute of castille soap ?

[@authenticaoutlets6263]

how long the scrub will last with phenonip?

[@cursospepelyn369]

hello....i love your videos ......i have a question , can I not use the soap???

[@kathryncastanares525]

josita fiorella revilla zegarra If you dont want the soap, you just need to sub it with some more distilled water, or another liquid like hydrosols of your choice:)

[@JaleesaJackson89]

What does the distille water do?

[@boop7313]

Can I use epsom salt instead of sea salt in this?

[@MysticNinnaa]

I knw im commenting to a rather old video but can you share the % of the ingredience use for scalability? Thanks

[@mrsmleemashburn]

Hi, what can I use instead of mango butter? I have a severe allergy. Thank you love the channel.

[@bramble-berry]

Michelle Mashburn Hi Michelle! Shea butter has a similar consistency to mango butter, and would work well in this recipe. =) Shea butter: www.brambleberry.com/Shea-Butter-P3220.aspx

[@neharajgarhia7398]

Hello dearI tried making this scrub couple of times. The moment I add my liquid soap into oil and wax mixtures, the mixture gets very thick. I have tried adding more distilled water, but that also gets quickly absorbed. It gets very difficult to mix my scrubbing agent. Filling my jars with that mixture gets really messy. Please guide me where am I going wrong. Looking forward for your advice.. Thank you in advance

[@evalopp]

This looks like a great product. Is it correct that it is a bodylotion with salt/ sugar and liquid soap added? So I should be able to use my own recipe for bodylotion and add sugar? If I want to make it more skin friendly for our super dry skin, should I avoid the liquid soap, or what do you suggest? Thanks so much!

[@bramble-berry]

You're right, this product is essentially a mix between a lotion and a scrub. You definitely could add sugar to a lotion...I think that would work just fine! Without any soap, it would be more gentle, but I bet it would leave skin feeling nice and soft. Great idea Eva!

[@meerasingh5992]

I made this and it turned out amazing , thank you so much . Could I make one emulsifying scrub using coffee powder/granules along with sea salts ?

[@ashleydesich5944]

sub the salt for the coffee grains or if you want both take away the amount of salt that you sub for coffee grains

[@meerasingh5992]

Ok , thank you so much . Appreciate it

[@authenticaoutlets6263]

hello i wanna ask.. i’ve been making this recipe and i put it in a plastic jar. but after 3 weeks i found it smells bad, smells like an old oil. i’m pretty sure the oil i was using is all new. can you give me suggestions? i use baby’s breath fo from bramble berry. it is disappeared

[@rayborn1975]

Hi! I need assistance with locating the Emulsified Scrub labels. Can someone post a link or provide guidance. TIA

[@candicesantiago727]

Do you absolutely have to use sweet almond oil? I have family members who are allergic to almonds

[@lavameventureofficial5458]

Hai there. Thanks for sharing the most wanted recipe that I am looking for. I have few questions : 1. This is 3 in 1 body scrub, soap & lotion right ? so does that mean if we use this product, then we dont have to use any shower gel afterwards? 2. If I want to add few other oil that rich for skin like jojoba oil, avocado oil, virgin coconut oil, argan oil, what is the right amount of each oil to combine of according to recipe as above ? 3. Can I use essential oil instead of fragrance oil ? 4. I only have optiphen plus as preservatives in here. Can I use that & what is the amount to use ? I am looking forward to your answer & Thank you :)

[@janhavinikam7054]

Did u find answers to ur questions mentioned above... please let me know as I'm too having same queries

[@raadizon3442]

Does the salt melts over time,? There is water in it. I've watched another video where they discourage using water soluble as abrasive like salt or sugar?

[@annaknobloch]

I've made this product multiple times and have never had a problem with the salt or sugar melting. The product lasts a long time and I used a jar just recently that I made almost a year ago. No melting, the fragrance was still good, and no mold. I wouldn't worry about it.

[@nehacara1]

I made these...bt few days later the sugar melted...hw cn I avoid?

[@TheJudy63]

can i use catol oil in place of liquid soap and a shea butter or cocoa butter in place of mango ty

[@bramble-berry]

Are you wanting to add castor oil to this recipe? Also, you can use another butter! I would recommend shea butter. It has a similar texture to mango butter. It's just a bit softer. =) Shea butter: www.brambleberry.com/Shea-Butter-P3220.aspx

[@alliandrabennett1703]

Can you double or triple this recipe if u wanna make more?

[@vaishnavivishwanathan6253]

Hi if I avoided beeswax altogether, would it be a problem in this recipe? You are simply amazing, thanks a lot :-)

[@bramble-berry]

The beeswax in this recipe helps create a thicker texture that feels really nice on the skin. I would recommend using it in this recipe to get the results you see in the video! =)

[@joydiamond1010]

Can I substitute the liquid soap for the foaming bath butter?

[@bramble-berry]

We haven't tried this recipe with Foaming Bath Butter, so I'm not entirely sure! My worry is that the Foaming Bath Butter's thick and fluffy texture would do odd things in the recipe. I would recommend using the recommended liquid soap. =) If you prefer scrubs with Foaming Bath Butter, you'll love this Pumpkin Spice Latte Scrub: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoPChJyfpM98ZpY

[@nehakedia5643]

HelloI have tried your scrub and its fabulous. I really want to added cleansing agent in my scrub. Please help

[@kathryncastanares525]

Neha Kedia It already has a cleansing agent in it. Its the liquid castille soap. If you don't have castille soap, you can always just add your own liquid face cleanser.

[@naushinaktar9683]

Do you have any online course

[@TwixxKandi]

Are there any good alternatives to beeswax for this recipe? It looks like a wonderful recipe that I would very much like to try.

[@bramble-berry]

Hello! Instead of beeswax, you can use candelilla wax. It will create a softer scrub than the beeswax, so you may want to make a small test batch to see if you like the consistency. =) Candelilla wax: www.brambleberry.com/Candelilla-Wax-P4207.aspx

[@aylaaci]

Hi! l wonder if it is possible to use boiled and cooled water and bleach mix for sterilization instead of the distilled one?

[@bramble-berry]

Hi Ayla! Distilled water has had any impurities removed through a process that involves boiling the water and condensing the steam in a clean container. While boiling your water at home may remove some impurities, it may not get all of them. I would definitely recommend using distilled water to prevent any bacteria or mold from growing. =)

[@juamiglio]

would Dr Bronners liquid castille soap work in this recipe?

[@bramble-berry]

+Juanita Miglio Hi Juanita! I have not tested this recipe with that particular brand of liquid soap, but my guess is that it would work fine. I would recommend making a small test batch first, just to be sure =)

[@shamimashaijuddin9199]

💖

[@Skylightatdusk]

Is it possible to use soft solid soap instead of liquid soap?

[@joannaleon2547]

I'm wondering the same thing.

[@chrisdownes9771]

I make this scrub all the time and it's better to use liquid soap

[@HeyitzRio]

Is there a possible substitution for the mango butter? I just placed an order before watching this video, and I really want to make this, but I didn't buy any mango butter. It's on the list for next time!

[@bramble-berry]

Shea butter will work instead! It's a bit softer than mango butter, so the scrub will be softer overall. It will still feel really nice though. =) Read more about butters here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/all-about-butters-in-bath-beauty-products/ Shea butter: www.brambleberry.com/Shea-Butter-P3220.aspx

[@ashooui]

Hi Anne Marie! Could I use this and make it into a coffee scrub? Replace sugar for fresh grounds?

[@bramble-berry]

Ashley Walden We didn't try this recipe with coffee grounds, but I believe that would work just fine! I would recommend making a small test batch with coffee grounds and seeing what you think. =)

[@xcathyxlikexwowx]

I'm allergic to almonds, it makes me itchy and blotchy, so I can't use sweet almond oil...What would be a good substitute?

[@bramble-berry]

Hi Cathy! Canola oil would be a good substitute for this recipe: www.brambleberry.com/Canola-Oil-P5548.aspx

[@sonuk3114]

i don't have liquid castile soap i have melt and pour soap can i use that instead

[@bramble-berry]

Sonu K Hi Sonu! I'm not entirely sure if that would work! Because melt and pour solidifies at room temperature, it may do some weird things in this scrub. It may leave little bits of hardened soap, or want to separate from the scrub itself. I would definitely recommend using a liquid soap. =)

[@brieezy373]

If I wanted to use sugar instead, would I sub equal amounts? What is the best type of sugar to use in scrubs?

[@bramble-berry]

+Brie Clark You can use sugar if you like! I would recommend using equal amounts of sugar. We typically use plain white sugar. =) Read more about exfoliant options here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/all-about-exfoliants/

[@jenn96912]

Can I skip the water and soap part and combine my oils, waxes, and preservative with my sugar?

[@bramble-berry]

Hello! You can! Keep in mind not adding the water and soap won't make this an emulsified scrub anymore. That means it won't need to be stick blended. Also, you won't need to add the stearic acid or emulsifying wax, as you're not combining water and oils. The texture will be different, so you may want to make a small test batch to see if you like the consistency. You'll want to adjust the fragrance oil amount. To do so, you can use our Fragrance Calculator! Simply select "salts" in the drop down menu. Fragrance Calculator: www.brambleberry.com/Pages/Fragrance-Calculator.aspx You'll also want to adjust that preservative amount to be .5-1% of your recipe. Typically, you only include preservatives in recipes that have water. However, this scrub may have water splashed into it in the shower, so you can add a preservative to be extra careful. =) Talk It Out Tuesday: Preservatives: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/lotion/talk-it-out-tuesday-preservatives/

[@tbutler49]

Hi, this is so awesome. Can you please tell me the shelf life on this product. Thanks

[@bramble-berry]

This scrub will last about a year! It's best stored in a cool, dry place. =) Read more about shelf lives here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/shelf-life-bath-products-ingredients-rancidity-vs-mold/ And more about how to store products here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/tips-and-tricks/how-to-store-handmade-bath-products/

[@sanobersalman7226]

@@bramble-berry what can I add if I want this scrub store at least 2 years?

[@joydiamond1010]

Can you substitute the water for witch hazel? Otherwise, if I want to add witch hazel in the recipe, how could I do it?

[@kathryncastanares525]

Joy Diamond You can definitely sub for witch hazel. I do for my face scrub:) with aloe vera liquid. If you just want to add it, it will make it more loose and runny, but still effective:) i would add just a little bit at a time just in case. until you get the consistency you're happy with. hope this helps:)

[@jeepgurl1379]

Just thinking. Can Epsom Salt be used to make scrubs?

[@ashleydesich5944]

would be best if you turn it into powder first

[@kimmurphy9094]

HI Anne Marie!!! Can you please tell me whats the purpose of adding an emulsifyer, beeswax and the stearic acid?

[@bramble-berry]

Hi Kim! Oils and water naturally don't mix with each other. That's why you add the emulsifier! It allows the oils and water in this recipe to mix and create a nice creamy consistency. I'll include a lotion video that explains more about the ingredients and what properties they add. =) Stearic acid helps make the scrub thicker and adds a nice fluffiness! Also, beeswax adds a nice firmness to the scrub so it's not too soft. =) How to Make Lotion From Scratch: How to Make Lotion from Scratch Emulsifying wax: www.brambleberry.com/Emulsifying-Wax-Nf-P4209.aspx Stearic acid: www.brambleberry.com/Stearic-Acid-oz-P4210.aspx Beeswax: www.brambleberry.com/Beeswax-Yellow-P4206.aspx

[@mypoodles2145]

Dear Anne Marie, I love this recipe and I have two questions.. Can I use yellow beeswax in stand of white? I have the Dr. Bronners pure Castile oil at home, can I use this in stand? Thank you very much :)

[@bramble-berry]

Hello! You can absolutely use yellow beeswax in this recipe. Keep in mind it will change the color, and that yellow beeswax has a smokier smell than the white beeswax. Yellow beeswax: www.brambleberry.com/Beeswax-Yellow-P4206.aspx Also, we didn't test this recipe with another liquid soap, so I'm not exactly sure if it would work! You may want to make a small test batch to be sure. =)

[@annaknobloch]

I made it with Dr. Bronners castile soap and it worked just fine.

[@jadezamora8633]

Do you have any soap making kits

[@bramble-berry]

Jade Zamora We do! We have lots of great kits at BrambleBerry.com. You can find those here: www.brambleberry.com/Soap-Kits-C127.aspx

[@ARVanZile]

Could you add oatmeal to this? If so when should I add it?

[@bramble-berry]

+ARVanZile We didn't try this recipe with oatmeal, but I believe that would be OK! I would recommend mixing the oatmeal with the salt beforehand and pouring into the liquid. You may want to make a small test batch to see if you like the way the oatmeal feels. =)

[@clementeen]

What can I use as a substitute to stearic acid? I am allergic. Can I use a combination of xanthan gum and guar gum instead?

[@bramble-berry]

+Nadine Chamas Hi Nadine! We love using stearic acid because it helps thicken the scrub and make it fluffy. However, it is optional. You can leave it out if you like! A small test batch would be helpful. =)

[@m8272m]

+Nadine Chamas Not an expert but I am familiar with gums in cuisine and some formulations that utilize them: [edit1: *I completely forgot the context in which you were asking your question. A scrub. Y'know, I have no idea in that case. Below is what turns out to be somewhat helpful information for someone, but it doesn't directly address your concern with this type of product because I've never made it before. Best of luck, let us know how it went if you do decide to try!]* Do you have an emulsifier that's suitable for the oil phase's HLB value? If xanthan/guar was intended to be an emulsifier - well, it's not. However, if you simply want it as a thickener (stearic acid is considered both, which is why I'm including both scenarios) substitute, I would use it in very, very small quantities at first. If you don't have experience with xanthan/guar gum gum, make a really quick 'lotion'. Just the basics, in the microwave (just sayin', IME with 'prototypes' or test runs, it's suitable if used on a low setting, carefully) for a really quick (I'm thinking like 6oz net weight) test so you can feel how xanthan/guar interact with whatever specifics you intend to use. It's a viable choice as a thickener but whereas stearic acid can feel a bit waxy, gums can feel tacky. Combined with a higher than average amount of many humectants, it may just be too much. It's all about preference assuming you're following good manufacturing processes! Please come back and let us (+Soap Queen TV, not sure if that tag will work...) know how it went for you. Best of luck!

[@bluecougaracademy]

Thanks forthe video. can I use potassium sorbate as a preservative?

[@bramble-berry]

+khaddy huss Potassium sorbate is typically used as a food preservative. We haven't done a lot of testing with it, so I'm not entirely sure how it would work in this recipe! I would recommend using Phenonip or Optiphen. They work well and preventing mold and bacteria growth. =) Read more about preservatives here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/lotion/talk-it-out-tuesday-preservatives/

[@sniffytuna]

+Soap Queen TV Hi SoapQueen, May I know if I substitute the Phenonip with Optiphen, would the measurements be the same? :) Thanks so much for the video!!

[@bramble-berry]

+ailurophiles The measurements would be the same! We recommend Optiphen at about the same usage rate as Phenonip. =) Read more about preservatives here: www.soapqueen.com/bath-and-body-tutorials/lotion/talk-it-out-tuesday-preservatives/