Making soap with Uncle Jon... Finally!- Soap Making 101 with recipe

Making soap with Uncle Jon... Finally!- Soap Making 101 with recipe
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Today, I decided to give out one of my recipes and show you guys how I do it. The original version of this video had a major issue so we decided to delete the old version and re-upload. Sorry for the confusion.
Here's the recipe!
Water- 18oz
Lye-8.5oz
Coconut Oil- 9.3oz
Palm Oil- 6.2oz
Soy Flakes- 6.2 oz
Canola Oil- 40.5 oz
Sodium Lactate- 1 fl oz
Fragrance- varies by manufacturer or
supplier.
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www.unclejonssoap.com

[@dizzybirdsoaps2833]

"It's not gonna radiate your soap...so stop that!" 😂😂 I'm so glad I found you, 'Uncle' John! 🤘

[@rachelsmith2184]

New to soap making and love your simplicity! Was getting so confused and overwhelmed with all the different oils and expensive equipment. Thank you for your no BS approach!

[@margaretb8688]

Your no nonsense, down to earth approach about warming oils in the microwave and other stuff is so refreshing, I swear some of the stories some soap makers put out there are just trying to put people off.

[@unclejonssoap]

Yep! Thanks! 😁

[@shadowharlequin77]

I always love your no nonsense approach to soap making!

[@JessicaB81]

Ok. You’re my new favorite ! Thank you for your videos!!

[@michaelbuckwash2412]

Very cool! Thanks for keeping it real with us!

[@AdamRapier]

I gotta get back to making soap. Thanks for the recipe!

[@sambrooks6443]

Thank you for affirming the use of store canola oil! I've been using it in my soap for over a year now and you are SOOOOO right! Makes a darn good bar of soap!

[@anwermalikanwermalik343]

Thank biradar

[@peterfotopoulos8325]

Thank you uncle John for hearing our cries at least with this recipe we've got something to fuck around with and practice keep up the good soap and please say hi to auntie even though you are keeping her a secret as well lol 😂

[@unclejonssoap]

Ha!

[@irenem4578]

😂😁😂

[@susannminall7456]

I appreciate how your instructions make creating soap approachable. I don't feel like I am reinventing the wheel. Thank you!

[@105kyi]

I love Uncle Jon's logic!!🤣🤣 I regularly rewatch most of your videos to bring me back to earth when I go to deep deep end rules of soap making... but I wear gloves though... lol! I sure love watching his Videos. Iam now not super strict on curing my soap either. Thanks Uncle Jon for that tip!

[@paulinehenningham949]

"I will cut this soap in 24 hrs and I'll be able to use it too, nay, nay, nay nay" you're funny ! but I know what you'll do; anyway I love your no nonsense straight forward approach.

[@goldcity4822]

Learning so much from your channel! Anyone complaining about lack of info must not be listening. Thanks for the advice. I already made a ton of soap with dollar store materials and NO stick blender :)

[@Jan-23]

On my fb wall I have the following words: Before you speak let your words pass through three gates. At the first gate,ask yourself, "is it true?" At the second ask, "Is it necessary?" At the third, " is it kind?" I stick by that motto.! Good to have you back with your no BS videos Uncle Jon. 🥰 Jan

[@diannameade4848]

I enjoy watching your videos.

[@SweetVelvetBuds]

Love you Jon! Great video. Thanks!

[@unclejonssoap]

Thanks!

[@mssnorg1]

Jon your sooo funny ( love the personality ) on making soap ( cant wait to see more )

[@abefrohman1759]

Thanks for sharing that with us Jon. 💈😎👍

[@unclejonssoap]

You're very welcome!

[@robertbishop40]

Dude you rock! I've seen so many videos that make CP soap complicated. Using your examples have made soapmaking fun! Thanks for all you do. Rock on!

[@unclejonssoap]

Thanks!

[@sarcasmo57]

I love how you're answering all the stupid questions and complaints as you go. I'm sure you've heard them all. Another quality video my dude.

[@lisakullack4055]

Thank you for this video, I feel better about trying now

[@sharonhamilton6107]

I am trying to get a lady started. Sent her your videos BC I was new. I covered my soap. Etc. Watched you. I relaxed. Success

[@irenem4578]

Hahaha such a funny video. I agree with a relaxed approach and not to get too hung up about some of the myths which are perpetuated all the time. I am not getting why people ask for recipes all the time. They are everywhere. And they can surely not ask for your own? Just for fun I thought I should put one here: 65% avocado refined 25% coconut, 10 % castor, water, lye. This makes a cleansing value of 14 I think. And conditioning about 63. Thanks for sharing with us today. ❤😋😊

[@sudsnsatin]

You crack me up. I love your approach to soaping.

[@unclejonssoap]

Thanks!

[@tweazledo]

Fab, at last someone with common sense! Subbing.

[@sallyrich2195]

hahhahaaa you crack me up - I wish everyones' videos were as entertaining! Keep them coming Jon ... I'm sending them to my friends LOL

[@unclejonssoap]

Thanks!

[@susansanford9846]

Great I can't wait to try it to see if I can make it !!!

[@ifcelandscapes5051]

A big like for this video.

[@rustynails8756]

As always your videos are woth the wait

[@dianaramsey9422]

Love your videos! I want that pipe smoke recipe🤣😂 It's my favorite

[@robinglover4278]

Thank you so much!

[@lindaelliott2437]

Thank you for who you are. A real guy. I was getting all freaked out getting caught up in other soapers hype that I became afraid to relax and do what I personally worked so hard learning and researching myself. I made it more complicated than it needed to be. I was convinced that no one would buy and use my soap if I didn't follow all these rules and politically correct things other "seasoned"soapers said was law. LOL. Then one day I woke up. I have been making and selling soap for years now, developed my own way, I am doing very well and my product is loved. You are a real person my friend, and I say keep it real people, stop complicating soap making.

[@unclejonssoap]

Thanks!

[@JadenYukifan28]

@@unclejonssoap I've seen Soap Making videos but nothing like what you are doing, I'm glad I found your channel when I did.

[@lloydedmonds8775]

EXCELLENT THX UNC!!

[@nataliecannon1102]

Ok...just starting to consider having a go, and yours is the second video I've seen. On seeing you I now can't get a song out of my head! CLUTCH The Soapmakers.

[@unclejonssoap]

🤣

[@someonefemale4195]

I love the corrections over the video.

[@Mumsy_Soap]

Thanks for sharing

[@karinblair1367]

I love your videos you are so funny and informative, thanks.

[@unclejonssoap]

Thanks!

[@3HFarmstx]

I have been making soap for just over a year now and I love your lade back approach. I emailed you a while back on where to by oils and fragrances and you gave me some good tips. Thanks for sharing and making videos. I started making videos too about soaping and farming. Trying to tap into that KZbin paycheck ;-)

[@unclejonssoap]

Awesome! Good luck 😁

[@kikisoaps6544]

Great video. ☺

[@nikolababazadeh3669]

THANK YOU BRINGING SIMPLICITY HOPE TO SEE YOU ONE DAY

[@ruefeee]

Thanks John, I love what u said about the palm oil, omg it’s such a big deal...just chill folks☺️

[@TheBellaGreg]

Lisa, I sure hope that you are in the minority with your sentiments. While the rest of us are seriously concerned about deforestation, habitat degradation, climate change, animal cruelty, and indigenous rights abuses all in the name palm oil production.

[@unclejonssoap]

B Greg.. like I said.. there a right way and a wrong way. Palm production will never go away. That's a fact. But, there are new, sustainable farming practices that are being employed to stop, and in some cases reverse deforestation. You just have to do a little research to find the right source.

[@TheBellaGreg]

Uncle Jon's, not a moment too soon.

[@YogiBaqer]

Thanx for recipe, waiting from long time

[@unclejonssoap]

Glad I could finally get one done for you guys!

[@Chattycrafter2580]

Another great video, your laid back attitude makes it look as easy and it is. There’s too much fancy pansy stuff in soap making and this put a potential soap maker of, let’s face it soap is for washing after all. The plastic JUGS are awesome 😉

[@unclejonssoap]

Lol.. thanks!

[@tanyabonnett4174]

Love your layed back soaping, so right about gloves, I'm a retired chef and the liquid down the glove happened to me as a chef and got a nasty burn so I've only been soaping 12 months and I don't wear gloves or goggles

[@lucy7b]

I was a school science teacher. Since wearing goggles became compulsory when using various chemicals many eyes were saved. I don’t wear gloves but I always wear the safety specs.

[@tanyabonnett4174]

@@lucy7b I need to get a pair of goggles the first ones I bought were packaged in plastic and I couldn't try them on, when I opened them up they were far too small

[@gustadirani5218]

Thanks

[@christiroseify]

I love that you keep our soaps simple. Thanks for sharing a recipe, although I'm not sure why when there are so many free recipes out there. I like experimenting with different oils and percentages, its just too easy. Love your videos.

[@unclejonssoap]

I figured it was time to kick one out 😁

[@christiroseify]

@@unclejonssoap You got a good heart.. God Bless.

[@twistedknotz5485]

It kinda sounded like a tornado siren at about 8 minutes in lol. Love your channel so much your o e of my favorite soapers.

[@unclejonssoap]

Our fire / rescue siren in town..lol. If it's a long one minute blast, then it's time to find deep shelter. 🤣

[@ritaapram5389]

The best

[@lamairepr]

I did get a lye burn under my watch band it was both sides of my arm right under the band. No gloves and NO more watches for me, It took a minute before I felt it then it was to late. Thanks again for the videos, and safety tips ;)

[@sprinkledcleansoapery]

🤣 hahaha! Love it! It's not going to scorch your oils! Stop!

[@BoxVanDee]

You make making soap very interesting. Just subscribed.

[@unclejonssoap]

Thanks! I try to have fun with it 😁

[@MYSCENTEDLIFE]

I’ve never used canola oil. I got try it in my next batch.

[@cainsholisticapothecary4083]

I always use olive oil I’m looking forward to using canola oil. Thanks

[@RM-gy8is]

Sir, always a pleasure to come back and watch your videos again. Thanks for all you do. Just try and relax when you make soap - your so rigid with the rules etc 😅

[@unclejonssoap]

I'm actually not very rigid (except for dramatic effect) which is what makes some other soap makers angry🤣

[@lindachandler2293]

The word is frugal. You aren't cheap. You just make every cent count.

[@unclejonssoap]

Sorry for the last upload of this video. There were all kinds of gremlins! Hopefully this one works better.

[@rahmaalharrsi1460]

This recipy has no olive oil.Is it ok for dry skin?or it will be better for the oily skin

[@joedulewich4037]

Hahahahaaaahahaha! I appreciate the reload, minus the gremlins. Thanks. I have discovered that soap making comes with gremlins... Just like all things in life. As a mechanic, gremlins. As a commercial driver, gremlins. Love your sense of humor/sarcastic wit. Keep it up. A Canadian fan.

[@unclejonssoap]

Good for both!

[@unclejonssoap]

Thanks! Some days things can be a bit trying..lol

[@unclejonssoap]

And.. I also misspelled further...lol

[@lucyo4124]

Only just found you on here...great tips....and common sense! Thank you!

[@lisarogers1036]

I subscribed right away because I love simple videos that explain And get right to the point.Thank you for this video and I will be checking out the rest of them. I do have one question I was wondering if you ever do HP with your soaps ?

[@unclejonssoap]

I did HP when I was first making soap but switched to cold process because it's less labor intensive and leaves me more time to run the business.

[@lindachandler2293]

I absolutely LOOOVVVVEEE this video! I am not a soap Nazi 🤣

[@samantharuebel2591]

I like your straight forward approach and how you keep it simple. I'm terrible, I don't wear glasses either, but I've recently started wearing light weight gloves just so cleanup is easier and I don't color my skin when I use micas or oxides. 😉

[@dafricathomas2686]

I like the don't give a shit about the small stuff attitude.... You Rock!!!!!! I don't use canola, but who cares. Thanks for sharing 👌💙

[@stephenc7027]

Love the no BS Attitude! love Uncle Jon! hahaha!!! just started this soap making journey happy to have found you! question for ya bro...what size mold are you using in this video? Thank you, and keep on keepin' on!!

[@unclejonssoap]

I make my own molds. These are 3.25" x 2.5" (tall) x 21" long. All interior dimensions.

[@lunajynx]

I love your take on soap making. As I'm more science-minded rather than woo-minded, I find your takes on gloves/containers/ingredients/tools very refreshing! I do have one question for you, as I've been researching into CP soap making, I've seen various comments about canola oil when using it in any larger amount about the bars going rancid easier. Have you had any issues with that? (A couple days ago I did some test batches to try to find my own recipe I like, but haven't had any of them long enough to try yet) I have used canola in two of them and am waiting to see what happens, and how I like the bars. Have some Palm oil arriving today, so plan on doing a few more test batches of a couple different recipes I made.

[@unclejonssoap]

I like to be a little science and a little art 😂. I absolutely love canola in soaps! I haven't found it to go rancid or get the orange spots any more than any other oil honestly. I have even made some that were straight canola and even after a year they were great. Have fun with the experimentation! Yesterday we made three experimental batches. Mornings soap, goat's milk soap (new to us), and a dead sea mid soap! Trying to get my spark back...lol

[@reenieme7]

I'm new and still in the reaseach phase.. I love your videos! I have a question about the soy flakes, how do i account for the on soap calc? I dont see them as an option.

[@unclejonssoap]

It should be under hydrogenated soy bean oil. But some calculators will be different.

[@nbawhiteboy4852]

Came across thos and love your attitude. 😊 I usually pour my fo or es at trace. Does the scent stay longer if done ur way??

[@unclejonssoap]

Not necessarily. I have found that most times it doesn't matter when it's added.

[@sharonhamilton6107]

If I have any questions even years down the road. I still research thru you.

[@unclejonssoap]

Thanks!

[@Crystal11Skulls]

Hey there, how do you make liquid lye soap (if that is a thing?)

[@layaljalloul1028]

Hello, thanx for the video! Do you cover your soap mold with a plastic wrap or other stuff to undergo gel phase.

[@unclejonssoap]

Nope. O just let the soap do what it's going to do 😁

[@gossimgirl]

I love your no bullshit approach! SUBBED

[@unclejonssoap]

Awesome!

[@GoddessDiv]

I picked up a bar of your Clean Cotton bath soap and I gotta say I love the way it lathers. Feel free to hate on me but I need simplicity in recipes so I just picked up a 55 oz bag of Brambleberry's Lots of Lather Quickmix for my maiden batch of soap. I plan on superfatting at 5% so I don't get a lye heavy soap. Is 5% enough? I also picked up a bottle of Egyptian Dragon fragrance oil. I'm a fan of Royalty Soaps but I plan on KISSing my soap making (Keep It Simple Stupid) so I probably won't be trying out designs. I picked up some colorants but I will just be doing solid colors. And yes I picked up some sodium lactate.

[@unclejonssoap]

Yep! 5% is plenty. I appreciate the kind words! I really hope your first batch goes well. 😁

[@wendyrobert9253]

Where do you get such a large container of sodium lactate? Great video, I just made soap this a.m. it’s sitting inside oven, taking it out tomorrow. CPOP I love it!

[@unclejonssoap]

Awesome! Our sodium lactate comes from wholesale Supplies plus. You can get it in different sizes. 😁

[@wendyrobert9253]

Uncle Jon's thanks I’ll have to check it out, I have a small container, now almost empty

[@sandyshore8787]

I really like that you give a simple approach to soaping. So many videos scare me from trying it! They also make you worry about what containers you use and about a million other things 🙄, like you mentioned. You make it look so much easier. Have wanted to make soap for a couple years now. Thank you for the recipe and the helpful video! Just wanted to know, I thought you didn't have to super fat. Is that just precautionary? I guess lye heavy means too high a percentage of lye to oils. And how can you use the soap within 24 hrs. Does it saponify that quickly and just needs to harden with water evaporation? Do you test the ph? Thanks again 😊

[@unclejonssoap]

You're going to be super fatting to make sure the lye is definitely used up and to keep the soap from being too drying. Lye heavy means there's some lye left in the soap after saponification is finished. Saponification happens pretty much in the first 18-24 hours. Usually quicker. Although the soap will improve and get a little more gentle over time, the main reason for me to wait is for water evaporation and hardness. I rarely test pH. Most bath soap are going to be a little high ph and that's very difficult to avoid.

[@sandyshore8787]

@@unclejonssoap Thank you so much for all of your help and your quick response. I enjoy your videos and am a new subscriber.

[@user-pn7xw6pw4g]

I'm late t the party as always but can you substitute anything for the palm oil? I have a bunch of stuff but none of that.

[@Godsown1000]

I use mixing bowls I purchased from DOLLAR TREE! Made a very NICE batch of Fireball Whiskey soap in them (with actual Fireball in it). Seriously, soap making should NOT completely wipeout the bank account when it comes to containers. And talking about lye burns...wash your hands and apply some vinegar to it right away and it immediately reverses the burn. Though I do wear gloves, I don't wear the goggles because they steam up and then I can't see what I'm doing! I and everyone around me are safer if I don't put them on. I wear glasses, so that helps.

[@unclejonssoap]

A note about vinegar.. it's actually been proven to be no better than tap water at stopping the lye burns. Just a little FYI 😁

[@Godsown1000]

@@unclejonssoap Water had always worked for me, but the last time it happened it wasn't working so I sprinkled some red wine vinegar on it and the burning and redness stopped in a second or two.

[@xrigtrk]

Hey Jon I made some shea butter, olive oil and coconut oil ,I measured out all my ingredients I put about 10 drop of peppermint oil in it,it traced real nice, but when set it up it was soft that was Saturday it's still a little soft and some oil comes out when I press it ,is it good soap? Or did I mess up?

[@vinanthsp815]

Hai, i have got sodium lactate in powder form, how much should i use it (in oz or grams) while trying this recipe of yours. Thank you.

[@sallyrich2195]

Jon ... do you cover you soap moulds, or just let them sit as is? Is is winter where I live ( only as low as about 13c at night inside) so would you do anything to them? If you leave them as is , does the soap go through gel and does it matter? Also, what makes your soap ok to use the next day? Is it safe to sell with a week or two? thankyou

[@unclejonssoap]

The soap is safe once saponification is complete.. Usually a day or two. It does get better over time though. I don't cover my molds and most of my soaps go through a partial gel. I don't really care if they gel or not. They turn out great either way 😁 If they get hard enough, you can sell them in about a week but keep in mind they'll keep cutting for several more weeks. Have fun!

[@iwannaapple7190]

What does the soy wax do exactly?

[@asdf4678z]

Have you done a video on how to re-batch lye heavy soap? and how would I know if my batch came out lye heavy? How soon would I know? Do I need to warm up liquid oils?

[@unclejonssoap]

If doing cold process, you'll know the next day when you go to cut. The soap could be brittle if lye heavy or hard to cut. Then, you touch the soap to the tip of your tongue. If you get a zap (like very sour) then it's probably lye heavy. I haven't done a video on that because I'm not a firm believer in rebatching lye heavy soap since you don't know how heavy it is. No good way to make it right since the measurements were messed up.

[@nellerose1191]

Just wondering if you can cut out the palm oil as i have band using it; so what you substitute it with ??? ❤ the beard 😊

[@unclejonssoap]

You can cut the palm oil and use tallow or lard if you like. Or,just change the proportions a little and use the soy, canola, and coconut oils only. The possibilities are endless.

[@unclejonssoap]

Thanks!

[@Sandifitzy23]

Hey Jon. I finally got palm oil.. what percent should I use in my soap? I’m also adding castor and coconut oil to this batch. Thanks. You da best. 😊 💫

[@unclejonssoap]

You can use any percentage up to 100% really. But I usually keep it at about 50%. Just keep your coconut oil under 50% and the castor oil down to about 5%. Too much castor can make the soap sticky.

[@Sandifitzy23]

Uncle Jon's thanks 😊👍. I will give it a try!

[@ermalindawashington7437]

Question: how do I prevent cracks when soap is poured after 10 mins

[@72PSI]

Hi Jon, I'm just trying to get my head round using Soapcalc and got flummoxed at Soy Flakes and Sodium Lactate? Is it important to add them into the calculator? I couldn't find them anywhere in the list. Many thanks in advance, kindest regards James.

[@unclejonssoap]

For the soy flakes you would use hydrogenated soy. For the sodium lactate you don't need to add that. It's up to 1 FL oz per pound of base oils.

[@72PSI]

@@unclejonssoap Thanks Jon, really appreciate you getting back to me so quickly. Hope you're having a great week : )

[@meenashah2311]

Can you please make a video of mould lining 🙈

[@unclejonssoap]

Here's how I do mine. kzbin.info/www/bejne/epW4l6uqqreJoNU

[@roselinederonvil1064]

This is funny. Thank you for sharing. One question why do you use the soy wax?

[@unclejonssoap]

It's high in stearic acid so the lather is dense and stable. It also helps make a harder bar. 😁 Works great in shave soap too!

[@iwannaapple7190]

@@unclejonssoap Does the soy wax make the bar last longer and does it help with standing water?

[@unclejonssoap]

Not really. Because sit wax is really just oil in the end. A little beeswax would help some with longevity though.

[@peaceandfuntimes]

What can we use instead of palm oil? Its too expensive

[@amicia0079]

Love your videos! I just found them like 30 minutes ago! What was meant by "I will cut in 24 hours and be able to use it right away too!" What? I am so confused!

[@unclejonssoap]

That means once I pour the soap into the mold I will be able to (in 24 hours later) be able to remove the soap loaf from the mold, cut it into bars, and start using the soap 😁

[@selvitful]

hi! can I replace soy flakes for bee wax, and palm oil for another oil? What if I use essential oils instead of fragrance? thank you for sharing this video with us :)

[@unclejonssoap]

Essential oils can be good but you'll be limited on the number and types of scents you can do. Also, keep in mind that essential oils can be just as dangerous as fragrance oils.. sometimes more. So watch the amount you use. As for substitutes, you would need to figure out what oils you want to use and run them through a lye calculator to figure out all the proper amounts.

[@MayberrySoapCompany]

I have been wondering about canola oil - I have kept away from it because I was told it was the cause of the dreaded orange spots. What is your opinion on it?

[@unclejonssoap]

I've used it at 100% with no issues at all.

[@MayberrySoapCompany]

@@unclejonssoap Thank you!

[@samantharuebel2591]

You'll probably hear that 100% Olive oil soap is soft too. If you do a 25-50% water discount and bring it to a medium trace it'll come out super hard! I like making my soaps look pretty but I keep the oils simple. I use lard, coconut oil, olive oil & soybean oil. Sometimes I'll throw in something else but those 4 are my "staples". 😉

[@alypaints1]

I have soy wax flakes for candle making, is this the same?

[@unclejonssoap]

They are! I would check the SDS sheet to see what additives are in your soy flakes before using them in soap though. Try to use one with almost zero extra ingredients in them.

[@alypaints1]

@@unclejonssoap How refreshing to have an answer! Thank you!

[@carlaschulz4217]

Just getting started with soap making. . . If you don't want to use 4 oz. of fragrance do you add more water, more oil, more??? to compensate? OR how does it affect the recipe?

[@unclejonssoap]

Just add less fragrance. You really don't even need any. But.. keep in mind, the less you add the faster the scent fades away. All soap loses its scent over time any way but handmade tends to go faster especially when using lower amounts of FO or EO.

[@carlaschulz4217]

Thanks. :)@@unclejonssoap

[@lindapierce4726]

Jon where do you get your soy flakes I have soy beads will that work?

[@unclejonssoap]

Any candle supply should have them. The beads should be good too as long as you have soy with as little additives as possible.

[@lindapierce4726]

Uncle Jon's thank you Jon for getting back to me so quickly Love your videos🎃

[@thavylor]

Can you use salt or sugar, or salt & sugar in water before mixing lye in instead of sodium lactate? I wonder what will happen.

[@unclejonssoap]

Sugar is mainly to boost lather. Salt will harden the bar. You just need to make sure you experiment with the amount of salt you use. Too much and the bar becomes brittle and hard to cut. Also, make sure it is completely dissolved before making your soap batch. Otherwise it could create issues.

[@thavylor]

@@unclejonssoap Thank you for your reply; especially, prompt reply. I am gathering all ingredients and equipment to start my first experiment of soap making. This is exciting!! Just realize that I have all kinds of oils and butters one ever needs in soap making. I will just start with 3 oils recipe to begin with. My soap won't have any color, but I plan to use some of my infused chamomile and macha green tea olive oil.

[@MaxKamil-zk7ys]

thats fluid oz or regular oz?

[@unclejonssoap]

Most of what we do is by weight. I do miss some good ones in for Frances, etc.. but these recipes are almost exclusively by weight and not volume.

[@irenem4578]

Forgot to mention the first upload is still visible. I nearly collapsed in disappointment on the floor because it came up with: this video has been removed or some similar message....I am glad there was a second attempt.

[@unclejonssoap]

Yeah.. not sure why the other one is still partially there. I deleted it from my end. Maybe it takes them a while to wipe it.

[@aliciaglomski6496]

Hi Uncle Jon, How would this work with fresh liquid goat milk? Any experience there? I can always email you.

[@unclejonssoap]

Weigh out the same in ounces or grams that you would use in water and then freeze the milk into cubes. Then dump the cubes into your lye mixing pitcher or bowl and add the lye slowly until dissolved and the ice (milk) is melted. That's it!

[@staceymickey-neustadt3845]

What can I use instead of palm oil?

[@unclejonssoap]

You can use lard, tallow, or just coconut oil and some liquid oil like olive, sunflower or canola.

[@gaitreebalram437]

Uncle Jon what caused my olive oil and lye to smoke up and burn? It’s my first time try to make castle soap. I feel so disappointed.

[@unclejonssoap]

I would need more information to help you track that down. What was your complete recipe and how did you make it.. cold process, hot process, etc? Give as much detail as possible. If it's easier, email me at [e-mail]

[@susanhalka6635]

How are you able to use it right away?

[@unclejonssoap]

Easy. It's totally safe after the saponification is finished (approximately 20-24 hours). 😁

[@zeliadasilva2292]

Hi is it ok if i don't use the soy flakes?

[@unclejonssoap]

Yep, that's fine. You'll just have to run the rest through the lye calculator