Orange Zest Cold Process Soap

I hope you enjoy my orange zest cold process soap making video! Adding citrus zest and other botanical ingredients to your soap is a lovely, affordable way to add colour, a little bit of fragrance and interest to your handmade cold processed soaps.
Recipe details
780g total oil batch
42% lye concentration for the lye solution (it's a low water soap - if you're not sure what this means, please check out this video • Calculating Water in S... )
2% superfat, calculated into the recipe (a lye discount)
Olive oil 85% - 663g
Coconut oil 10% - 78g
Castor oil 5% - 39g
Water 150g
Sodium hydroxide/caustic soda 108g
I made this soap with the oils at room temperature and the lye solution recently mixed, so very warm. You can make it with warm oils and cool lye solution too - either way is fine, it's a very forgiving recipe. Most of my soaps are made with an olive oil-based recipe, similar to this one.
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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!

[@dreamlover4128]

I just love how simple yet luxurious looking they look, like the ones they have at 5 star hotels.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you. They're really wonderful to use.

[@augiedoggieandmimidog4574]

I grew up on an orange grove. My mom decided one day we could get rich selling the zest. We zested about 1000 oranges for her one night. We laid it all out on our trampoline to dry, the next morning we could not walk outside. Hahahahah our entire back yard was thick with nats 😂😂😂

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh gosh, what a story!

[@desskaworld9436]

😂😂😂😂👌

[@whitealliance9540]

@Charles Mendeley fruit flies... Little bugs that nature sends to gobble up fructose juice

[@memeshouse5007]

That's funny.

[@TracyD2]

Omg 😂 sometimes those annoyances wind up being the best precious memories.

[@myrthogabriel1637]

I've made my best soaps from your easy to follow instructions. Thanks for keeping it simple

[@lgtucker70]

Thanks for sharing with us. I find myself smiling through your entire video. I can't wait to try this recipe.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh, that's so wonderful. I found that too when I was putting this video together. Thank you so much x

[@ruefeee]

This is gorgeous, love your idea of using the orange peel,so kind of you for taking the time to show us how to make the peel.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you, you're welcome!

[@judibaine3976]

This is the best soap making video that I have seen thus far. The music was amazing. I look forward to seeing more.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you so much, have you checked out my other videos? I think you'd like them too :) kzbin.info/door/qsvmrjWY7fPcKqWHnYVTMAvideos

[@bee7549]

...one of the best soap making channels :-)

[@connie2802]

Lovely, simple video to watch! 💕 love how your work station is so tidy & neat, nice music. Enjoy natural ingredients, beautiful soap!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you so much!

[@julmacollections5698]

I love the receipt... The music was perfect for the type of soap being made.

[@brandypayne8781]

💖🍊So refreshing and cheery! Love that bit of orange and those speckles of zest! So beautiful!!🍊💖

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you! Yes, I love the speckled texture too :)

[@donnastormer9652]

I forgot to say THANKS for the zest idea. I just made your pine tar recipe( which is lovely) and I used lime and tea tree EO in it and almost a week later my tiny house still has that nice smell in it from the curing soap, anyway the next time I make pine tar I’ll add Lime zest too! You’ve opened up a whole new zesty world for me😉

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh lovely! Wow, the lime zest in the pine tar soap would be amazing!

[@calistarlim3242]

Your soaps are so beautiful. I find peeling the zest with a sharp potato peeler is perfect. So quick and easy and takes off just the zest beautifully.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks for the tip. My peeler is blunt unfortunately!

[@monicaposner1761]

Thank you, I so enjoy your tutorials. This soap looks beautiful and delicate. Thank you so much Elly for making us part of your soap making life. I just love it!! Besos from La Florida!

[@TheMyssT]

Thank you so much for sharing your ART with us!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you so much. That's the best compliment!

[@elviregoulin6438]

After watching your videos I have finally gathered the courage to make my very first loaf of soap. I picked this one to start yesterday and it was really difficult to wait 24 hours. I'm glad I did: it turned out beautifully: the colour is uniform, the smell is very light as I didn't use essential oils but still lovely. The only problem I had was that it didn't fill my mould. After checking I found that it's because the ingredients add up to 1038g but I used a 1200g mould like in the video. I will have to adapt the quantities for next time (I've seen you made a very clear video for that) but, in the meantime, I'm extatic. Thank you so much for making your videos so simple to follow. :-)

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

That's so wonderful to hear, thanks for sharing your success. I'm very happy for you!

[@clovisaojoao]

Thank you for shering your "secrets" with us! Hello, from Brazil!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Hello from Australia Clovis! Thank you, you're welcome.

[@storm3772]

Finally got around to making this. It smells amazing. Thanks Elly looking forward to more videos

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you, that's great!

[@waltervega8730]

@@EllysEverydaySoapMaking Elly, could you add an essential oil to this recipe as well? I'm gearing up to make my first batch of soaps and I think I'd like to try this recipe for my first time.. Thank you for the videos! Keep them coming!

[@fatmasanad6356]

I’m so glad you used ingredients from scratch. Now I don’t have to buy orange zest powder because you taught me how to do mine 😊 so glad to find your channel.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you Fatma!

[@BreeBodyGoods]

I been watching this video over and over. Just loved how it turned out! 😍😍😍

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you! I really loved watching this video over and over when I made it too - very satisfying to watch :)

[@yvonnebenguigui3609]

Your my favorite soap maker teacher ever.sweet short and last but not least simple and accurate.so glad I found you.

[@noworriessoap5494]

Gorgeous - thank you for sharing your technique!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you! You're welcome. Glad you liked it.

[@CHEYENNERAIN1]

Wow, beautiful and refreshing soap

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you :)

[@littletawelan443]

Thank you , thats so simple but so beautiful xx

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you so much. That's exactly what I was trying to demonstrate :)

[@karentucker9445]

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[@soapsforlove4168]

I can't believe I haven't seen your channel before. I'm so glad I found it. I love making soap with natural ingredients like the orange. Really lovely soap. Thank you SO much for sharing this video.

[@storm3772]

agree

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you so much Renee, I'm really glad you found my channel too! Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@francissoares606]

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[@user-ix6zt8pz3n]

But do we have to use Sodium Hydroxide, can it be replaced by something natural?

[@angelbear_og]

@@user-ix6zt8pz3n Yes you do, and sodium hydroxide IS natural, it's made from salt and water. It is what saponifies the oil (converts it from oil to hard soap). Soft/liquid soap requires potassium hydroxide (a different form of lye made from ash and water). Once the soap is cured, no lye (nor water, nor oil unless you've superfatted) remains.

[@dsveo]

I just found your channel. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I love your soap making techniques; natural ingredients and so simple. I am now binge watching!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

That's so great! Thanks for letting me know :)

[@dvorahsabag3631]

This is stunning!

[@trishahopkins6574]

Hi Elly - I've just tried this recipe with lime and it's absolutely gorgeous! Thank you 👍

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Wow! That would be great! I can smell it from here :)

[@trishahopkins6574]

Elly's Everyday it’s citrusy that’s for sure 🤣

[@robertduran8002]

How was the scent of the Lime Soap? Mild/Strong? - I've used Lime Essential Oil for my Melt & Pour and would love to have this natural ingredient in my soap. Will it exfoliate?

[@sallyforth9323]

Robert Duran Hey Robert! I used Elly’s gorgeous recipe along with Trisha’s lime zest tip recently - thank you both so much, Elly ❤️ and Trisha 🥰 - and the soap is definitely exfoliating. Mine smells clean but the lime zest fragrance didn’t come through in mine unfortunately. But the soap is gorgeous - love your recipe, Elly 🥰 - and I’m going to make another batch without the zest and with Lime-Litsea essential oil fragrances. LOVE your channel and you, Elly! Thank you so much. ❤️

[@tosca...]

The music was cute when you were chopping those bars and I loved 'a few oranges later' 😊 I'm from your sourdough fan club and have never thought of making soap in my life. You make everything look so satisfying - I think I might have to give it a go! I just know I'll enjoy whatever video you make, and I do 👍🏻

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you so much Tosca. Yes, I remember you from comments on my bread videos. I'm really pleased you're enjoying my soap videos too :)

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[@storm3772]

Hi Elly Thanks for posting this, I'm hoping to give it a try soon.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

You're welcome. Good luck!

[@rajich8022]

I can say this is the best soap making video ever for the beginners.... Thank you very much for your video....

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate that :)

[@curtisholmes1111]

When you first unmolded the soap I saw your pot holder on the bottom and thought at first you'd had a volcano or something! Looks great! I go through lots of lemons and limes so I'll try this with those.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Haha thank you, enjoy!

[@madhupreethadoc]

I really enjoyed the way you made your soap , beautiful. I want to start my journey into soap making, and I loved your video. Thank you for sharing you recipie!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you so much! You're welcome.

[@bee7549]

please start...I did a week ago using Elly's fantastic video and recipe to guide me...it turned our beautiful and I tried it out tonight, lovely lather and it is moisturising and the bar is nice and firm without being uncomfortable. I will leave the other bars to cure for another 4 weeks though...I was eager to try and my husband is impressed ;-) Have fun!

[@SvetaTrueSoap]

Oh, it's great! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and experience with us ❤

[@sulabhasawant7347]

You are a great teacher.. you have very well simplified the cold process of soap making for beginners.. it is enjoyable..thanks 🙏

[@SimplyLovedSoaps]

Hi... you came as a recommendation! Really enjoyed the video. Beautiful soap, thank you for sharing.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you! Always lovely to hear good feedback from other soap makers.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Hi everyone, I've just uploaded a video review of this soap recipe! The soap has been curing now for 15 months, and it's lovely! Hope you enjoy the review :) SOAP REVIEW: Orange Zest Cold Process Soap (after 15 month cure) kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6HCgnqKidmigNE

[@amandacrown7307]

Thank you for sharing looking forward to making some later this week, just wondering if I could make the same out of Limes or is it too acid thanks so much

[@eyrelsantos8389]

I watched the review and the soap is amazing! Love how it turned out! ❤️

[@user-qu5fm2er6i]

Thx

[@yvetteharrison5425]

Uh

[@Mania8279]

Hi Elly, Would it work to add a little 10x Orange Essential oil to your Orange zest soap recipe?

[@yangelthomas]

your method seems very nice and not complicated! love the fact that you used natural ingredients and orange zest, I bet it smells devine! you gained a new subscriber!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you. Yes it's a lovely simple soap, if you have oranges that is! Thank you for subscribing too, I am planning some more videos soon.

[@annakostakos9914]

Thank you Elly… i just made my first batch of Orange zest from my organic oranges, mandatins & lemon. Such a citrus blast. I used my ninja too to grind it up. Im an Aussie living in Corinth Greece now. Thank you for inspiring me with your tutorials. You’re amazing 👍🏼

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Wonderful, Anna!

[@ItumelengS]

7:25, I was like transport me to the motherland, the sounds were just beautiful

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Ah wow. That's cool. I love this video too.

[@Greenfairy65]

Hi Ellie... I love this simple soap and the recipe also seems great. Looking forward to trying it with some 5 or 10x orange essential oils, maybe even a touch of grapefruit and lavender. It looks great, love that the peel seems to keep its colour rather than turning slightly brown. Thanks so much for sharing this!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

You're welcome Patrick! I love your essential oil choices, I have tenfold orange which is fantastic, unfortunately grapefruit doesn't seem to last well in soap. Lavender would be nice. Litsea cubea or lemon myrtle would also go well with the orange if you want to stick to citrus scents.

[@ellenchiang5098]

I finally tried it yesterday. Very satisfying.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Glad you liked it :)

[@serendipitymedia1035]

Gorgeous! The orange smells good even through the video!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you!

[@TheCarrottTop]

Omg I’ve been wanting to try making soap for years. Your videos have really inspired me to finally give it a go. Thank you! 🙏🏻

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

That's so wonderful, glad to help!

[@jeanetteangeh2564]

Beautiful soap Elly! Love the music also, reminds of an artist from my home country of Cameroon. His name is Richard Bona.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh, thank you! I'll look him up! I love all kinds of music from all over the world!

[@annewebster4919]

Thanku Elly, im new to soap making, im going to try making this soap. Much appreciated ❤

[@Zamal512]

Wonderful soap! thank you and blessings!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you so much.

[@larissaakiko6526]

Hi Elly, thank you so much for sharing your soap recipes! I have done the castile soap (amazing) and I just made the orange zest soap, it is lovely and it smells so good. I didn't have castor oil, so my soap has only coconut and olive oil. It cracked a little bit while I was cutting but should be fine ;) I love your videos. Greetings from Brazil!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

That's wonderful Larissa, congratulations!

[@SoapyOaksFarm]

Lovely, I too so enjoy creating ith my own produce, well done

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you.

[@vazbudak5346]

This is absolutely beautiful !!!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you!

[@emadshahin8397]

Inspiring, I will try it with Lemon zest. Thank you.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

You're welcome, that will be nice!

[@9159bsbs]

Thanks again for another great video! I bet Meyer lemon soap would be marvelous too!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you, yes, Meyer lemon would be great! I have a Meyer lemon tree too but haven't used it for soap yet.

[@bill8175]

Hi Elly, if you do make a Meyer Lemon soap, please post the video. Awesome video and I cant wait to make this soap.@@EllysEverydaySoapMaking

[@4_4_4..]

Thanks for sharing, I'm in the learning process of soaping to start my micro-business. You are generous, thanks from Jordan!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

You're welcome!

[@dsveo]

Ditto Elly! Thank you!

[@irenem4578]

Lovely, natural soap.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you Irene.

[@gretchenarnot4311]

Thanks Elly,that is beautiful

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you Gretchen.

[@glowworm7575]

Really enjoying the music too! Great video, I may just make this as my first soap! I don't like the taste of oranges, but I love the scent! Also liked the tutorial for beginners video, very informative and straight forward. Thanks (:

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you Kelley :)

[@jennytaylor3324]

Such a hypnotically engaging video!. I can almost smell the citrus! Great use for your bullet blender too. Could you perhaps show us how well they lather up, as well one day?

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you! Yes, I'll definitely do a follow up video :)

[@boop7313]

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[@boop7313]

jenny taylor there's the link to that in case you hadn't seen it :)

[@jennytaylor3324]

@@boop7313 Thanks!

[@happy-te1vt]

Thanks a lot I learn so many things from your channel.

[@simonemachado5372]

Definitely I will try this recipe. Thanks a lot

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Most welcome 😊

[@lisahaley9909]

Hello Elly. I used an online soap calculator. I had 610 g of oils/butters, water 181g and a.soda 75g. I put olive oil, coconut oil, palm oil, shea butter, castor oil and sweet almond oil.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh lovely!

[@pieterl9733]

Thanks for sharing the art of making these devine soaps. BTW I have 6 lemon trees in my backyard and going to try to make some soap with the zest. Love your videos greetings from South Africa 😊

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh that would be lovely! Thank you, nice to hear from you :)

[@johntran7232]

Bravo! Very mesmerizing!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks!

[@anamariakulcsar6193]

Perfect...I like that. Yesterday I was make this soap...so good.. Thank you

[@roslynhita6149]

This looks really loverly Elly..I have made 3 soaps so far after watching your tutorials..the 1st one was an utter disaster I was so anxious that I forgot to let the lye solution cool down and put it straight in and of course it seized.. but then I made pine tar soap and yesterday I made 100% coconut soap which is gorgeous next Im going to make Soleseife (German Brine )Salt soap..Im having so much fun making these all because YOU gave me the confidence to TRY IT..so thankyou Elly..just one problem...ITS HARD TO WAIT FOR CURE..lol

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you so much Roslyn! I'm so glad you're really getting into your soap making and that I was able to help you! That really makes my day :) I love the sound of the coal tar soap. I've never made it but it makes me think of my Dad. He used to use it when I was a kid :)

[@rosemariedungo2336]

Where can i buy those ingredients especially the lye solution ?

[@roslynhita6149]

@@rosemariedungo2336 Are you in Brisbane AU I bought my lye from Coles supermarket..its in the cleaning section where you buy drain cleaner..its called "White Tulip Caustic Soda" in a white container with a red top/lid..hope it helps

[@rosemariedungo2336]

Unfortunately, i'm in Missouri, but thank you anyway for your effort.

[@billwysor7137]

@@rosemariedungo2336 You can order it from Amazon.

[@kimcham9949]

I loved the music! In the future, I hope you consider listing the artists and titles. Thanks so much for posting.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you Kim, I'll think more on that. The music I used was from the free music in the youtube music library. It was free to use without any attributions.

[@mariad4183]

Love love love!! You make me feel like I can do it!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

You can!! :)

[@imagean52]

Love your video. Simple and easy demo.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you :)

[@komodoizzy]

Mmm, now I want orange sourdough bread! Thank you for showing the full process.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

You're welcome! Orange zest goes really well in an Eastern European style spiced rye sourdough bread - but that''s a whole other video! One for the list ;)

[@Is43109]

I love simple soaps the best and love using orange peel powder that I have made myself. so satisying! Ihave just dried some lemon peel and look forward to using it in soap.

[@blue246]

Lovely Elly. I can smell the beautiful soap from across the globe.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you :)

[@whitealliance9540]

"These are from my backyard tree" Fancy pants! Lmao

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Hehe. Lol.

[@christinechestnut328]

I made soap today for the first time. Loving it already. I will be trying your orange soap recipe. I have a big bag of oranges in the refrigerator. The peelings will not go to waste. Thank you!

[@fonsekabolero2025]

so lovely n refreshing your art piece ms Elly !! i wonder why some people need to boiled their oil before mixing with lye.. why is that for?

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

It depends on the oils you are using. If you're using solid oils and waxes, they need to be heated and melted first before you can make the soap. If you're using soft oils, there's not need to heat :)

[@limminfee70]

This is the 1st time I see this video of soap making. Tks u for sharing, awesome.🌻🍺

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you, you're welcome!

[@poweringon864]

that looks amazing, thanks for the video and the recipe

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you, you're welcome!

[@guidelineuk]

I can't wait to try this....🌞🍊 can you send me some of your special Oranges please 😂🤗

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Hehe I would if I could! They're beauties aren't they :)

[@eliNostalgica]

I can't believe I missed your videos when I fully were into soap making. You made it looks so easy and the final result was net and beauty. Thanks for sharing 💕 Can I add an escential oil?

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you, you're welcome! Yes, you can absolutely add essential oils.

[@eliNostalgica]

@@EllysEverydaySoapMaking thanks for the quick response I forgot to ask how much of essential oil. Thank you once again 🤗🤗🤗

[@christinegorton8476]

Thank you Elly. your videos are brilliant.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you Christine! Glad you like them :)

[@kqp1998gyy]

You inspired me and I am in to make soap and share with family and friends. Thank you!🌷

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Brilliant! That's awesome!

[@ccs.2732]

Do you have an Etsy or website? I would LOVE to purchase this soap from you!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh thank you, but no, I don't. I only make my soap for gifts and personal use these days.

[@okoroconfidence7383]

Ma you said the scent was that strong can I add it orange essential oil.. I really want that citrus scent..

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Yes, definitely add some EO if you want a nice strong scent.

[@marlisegiessmann7180]

Hey Elly! I made this soap yesterday with calendula infused olive oil and it turned out perfect!!! I`m so glad I found you as you gave me the courage to start making my own soaps - I have skin issues and am trying to avoid all store bought cosmetics, cleaning products etc. I also made your laundry soap and am so grateful! It cleans good and leaves everything nice and soft. Thank you and God bless you!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

You are so welcome!

[@Undomesticated_amy]

I bet that smells fantastic! I'm inspired 💗💗

[@angelacontreras931]

Alguien k lo traducca al español x favor!!!!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Sorry, I don't speak Spanish. I wish I did!

[@Deeomma123]

I recently came across your channel! Love your soothing voice & def agree about the cutting. It’s the best part of making soap!!!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks so much Liz, that's very kind :)

[@cherrillacummings71]

Thank you so very much for this video.

[@evelyndueno9136]

My came out perfectly.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh that's so good to hear! I'm very happy for you :)

[@makaylasmanifestations]

You have the best soapmaking channel. Fhank u

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Wow, thank you!

[@chadwicksmith6201]

Great video, you make it look so easy.

[@genesiabeharry3233]

That's a really nice big block of soap.smells nice I am sure.i love it.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you, yes it's lovely.

[@43.noopurkumbhare92]

I tried this and the results are really good

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks Noopur, that's great to hear.

[@torlundi2003]

Wow! Can't wait to dry some peel and then make this soap!😊

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Have fun!

[@aboroudaina]

Very nice music and good results thank you for sharing this with us

[@natashabryant8648]

I really enjoyed the video and music as well

[@msmonicalatimore490]

Cant wait to try this🎉 Thanks so Much for sharing your knowledge with Us ❤🎉

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

You're welcome, Monica. That is lovely, have fun! :)

[@judithlenzin7444]

Plus, the music is wonderful!!!

[@andrealamorocha4252]

Thank you… you are amazing… I don’t need wait for temperature lye is lower 👌👌

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

You're welcome. You might like this video about soap making temperatures kzbin.info/www/bejne/ip6VpaRnndVpd7s

[@Kookaburra268]

Watching you mesmerizes me. Like a child watching their Mother...hehe. Thanks for the orange zest idea, so good.

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Haha thanks Cath, that's a great compliment :)

[@tribefenatic]

didn't need no soap cutter you just went for it, love your bravery wow!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thanks! I'm a bit of a minimalist.

[@fatemehfarokhian2881]

thank you so much..i made it for my first soap and it is so good

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

That's great Fetemeh, wonderful!

[@fatemehfarokhian2881]

@@EllysEverydaySoapMaking you are the best teacher i ever seen and i want to be a good soap maker with your videos...thank you so much :) i am from iran and i am a fan of you

[@saritajain2371]

Hi Elly In place of orange I have used lemon grass with exact same as yours recipe. Soap smells good. Thank you

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Oh wonderful - that would be so good! Well done :)

[@LaurelsCurls]

Thank you for the tutorial. I will be attempting this as my very first soap making experience! I've been watching through your Technical Tips playlist so I feel as though I just may be ready to try it myself :)

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Wonderful!

[@halseyballistic]

Outstanding job!

[@EllysEverydaySoapMaking]

Thank you!