SCENT BATTLE 🍇 Which Grape Smell Will Win 🍇 How I Test My Fragrance Oils | Royalty Soaps

[@RoyaltySoaps]

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[@annajohnson4233]

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[@poppy4951]

I used your link! I'm starting art school in September and I'm hoping to get ahead doing some life drawings!! Thanks Katie ❤❤

[@bethanbos5490]

FYI blunt effects is a company that manufacturers scents to cover up the smell of pot

[@gracieshepardtothemax1743]

Poppy Lizabeth did you have to pay for the year and the 2 months are free with purchase? Or you can cancel before IF it’s not for you?

[@briggyb]

@@bethanbos5490 makes sense.

[@abbypayne4496]

Anyone else not make soaps but just comes here for Katie’s bubbly personality and the aesthetic/ satisfaction factor?

[@Alyathaean]

Started that way... don't try soapmaking... it's addicting!

[@iluv2cheer176]

I thought that, watched for two years before I got sucked in to making it myself, 5 loaves later and I'm so hooked 😂😂 I have family looking forward to testing out soaps for me!

[@abbypayne4496]

iluv2cheer176 I’m kinda curious about making soap because of Katie. How hard is it actually? And how expensive is all the equipment to start out?

[@livia5903]

Same. Just yesterday I went into an area of my garage and thought “hmmm I could make soap here”

[@jessicadeoring4798]

My youngest Jedidiah will be 6 on the 16th and he wants to make soap like Katie! We are both obsessed ❤

[@OpheliasSoapery]

YES. More behind the scenes. I would particularly like to see how you master batch your oils then measure them out for your batches, Shipping days would be cool to see! ☺️

[@AithwenQuinn]

Yes!!!

[@Ilikebunnies-metoo]

Hello Ophelia's Soapery! I love your videos! ^_^ they're so fun!

[@alliestanfield-paramore7250]

" I just dumped it in and prayed" me everytime I cook anything 🤣🤣

[@YanickaQuilt]

History of my life 😂😂😳😂

[@gretchentrumper9423]

LOL same!!

[@Terrelli9]

Same. I don’t know how anything I cook is even edible at this point.

[@Moon-Archive]

Even as somebody who cooks and bakes often...I do this a lot.

[@verykoolsauce5910]

Allie Stanfield-Paramore haha 😂

[@smgxx]

The content isn’t getting repetitive or stale to me but I would still looooove to see more behind the scenes stuff. Honestly you could just be telling stories and I’d be here.

[@OsterSocke]

I'd like to see more of the behind the scenes. This video was quite interesting. :) It's a shame, you can't smell the video..

[@kaisiarubie5536]

Technology needs to catch up with our needs lol

[@BeantownMrs]

KZbin needs to hurry up with scratch-n-sniff technology.

[@minacd]

I really liked it too! I don't know how well this kind of video will perform tho, so if Katie feels it's worth it, around 207 of us would LOVE to see!!

[@missy72882]

I'm sure interested as well

[@LizardsGizzards]

Have you ever seen that one episode of Looney Tunes where that old guy with the gun travels into the future and theres an ad in the newspaper about "Smellivision" 🤣

[@leannamccann4152]

"Instead of incorporating smoothly, it goes WEEEE!" - Katie 2020

[@SequoiaSleeps]

I don’t know why but I really love this “which fragrance oil is the best” format, please make this a series! It’s fascinating for some reason.

[@leawalker5729]

Yes!!!! That is an AWESOME idea!!!

[@michellecrutchfield8701]

RIGHT?!! She really needs to do this more often!! She could even sell these soaps too... LOLOL: Test soaps deserve love too!

[@theaitokyo]

Andy1and i agree! definitely would be a nice little series!

[@Bexinmo]

The way I understand it, fragrance oils are chemical compounds that mimic a specific scent. Essential oils are extracts of natural plants.

[@CheshieD]

Yup basically.

[@tirzabarroso7407]

Do more behind the scenes. It is so cool to see all of the steps and really understand how it works and comes together in the end 😍😍😍

[@jessiep186]

I love how Katie has just revealed she is the purest by not knowing what blunteffectz is ❤

[@marieandrews3285]

Then she dusted with "purple haze" 😅

[@jessiep186]

@@marieandrews3285 "high" suspicions that she knew and was being silly. But I love the fact shes so pure too ❤I love that about her how shes so excited and positive and amazing

[@AnaMaria-wt3ix]

Well you can't go smoke weed behind the cafeteria if you're homeschooled 😂

[@Glamazonnnn]

Lmaooo as soon as she said it i came looking for this comment

[@jessiep186]

@@AnaMaria-wt3ix I was home schooled and I would go hide behind the bins at soccer or track before coming home to smoke 🤣😭

[@MrsMrMoney]

Blunt Effects is a brand of highly concentrated fragrance oils made specifically to cover the scent of marijuana..... they sell it at gas stations.

[@arianamarie1014]

Came here to see if anyone else knew what it was. It normally comes in a spray bottle. That's why it called Blunt effects. Lol

[@ShanaLawson]

That’s what I thought! I smoke and worked at a tobacco shop too but I thought “it couldn’t possibly be the same” lol Dont know why I was denying it

[@peggyg7052]

I laughed so hard when she said she didn't know what what blunt effects was. And I thought she just needed to go to the gas station.

[@shaunacorrigan9372]

@@peggyg7052 I know, I almost died when Katie said "Ooh, I like this, it's very m e l l o w" while having no idea of the marijuana connection🤣

[@peggyg7052]

@@shaunacorrigan9372 I just burnt my last incense stick that I had from Blunt Effects. There only a dollar at the corner store so I just pick them up😁

[@beckyluvstoscrapnsew]

I’d love to see every part of the process from opening supply deliveries , packing orders , wrapping , labelling , test batches etc etc ..anything you want to share we will watch 🙂

[@sheenachristina2385]

I need to do this more. Nothing worse than adding a good smelling fragrance oil and having it turn your soap into soap on a stick. I’ve plopped and prayed more than I’d like to admit. 😭

[@madtabby66]

Plop and pray, nice way to put it.

[@nightcorefreakaleix7339]

Duuddee we have same surname

[@melissaowens6031]

Every time here!!, 🤫

[@aileenpayne6215]

Yeah ive never tested my f.o. either 😩

[@j2o2e8y]

Oh I’m still upset, my last batch was my first attempt at using fragrance and my soap went from water to solid in seconds, had to mash the colors in like play-doh it’s so annoying :/

[@JessicaMaeMay]

I knew Katie was pure, but her not knowing what Blunt Effects is just showed me how much 🥺 We love an innocent queen (or dutchess) 😂👑💗

[@anse001]

This is one of the channels I like to turn to for a break from all the serious and crazy stuff happening in the world. Thank you for giving me, and many others, a way to take a break.

[@saturnthegawd]

“What is blunt effects” well ma’am, that right there is to cover up the (smell of the ) devil’s lettuce 🥬

[@skyysoothicc]

Yes I was just saying this lol

[@cjgia4898]

Haha. That's a good one! But seriously, cannabis has been a gift from God for me!

[@italiamedrano3939]

Lol. Only a select few actually know that scent already.

[@zozopondue1878]

I was wondering who was going to tell Katie 🙈☺️

[@sophieburgess4523]

Heh heh heh heh heh heh heh heh

[@KayeMawree]

Very rarely do people discuss the process or the “behind the scenes” of their craft and it saddens me. However, you are not afraid to do just that and I applaud you for being so transparent. Thank you! 💕

[@stacib8702]

When Katie describes the blunt effects scent as being mellow! 😂

[@lilianaraghoo6363]

I laughed too hard at that. Thinking "if you only knew Katie!"

[@sourtea5407]

The thumbnail looks like me trying to decide between two chips at Walmart

[@TealCheetah]

"It wasn't a bad idea, Wash, but eliminating the middleman is never as simple as it sounds. ... 'Bout 50% of the human race is middlemen, and they don't take kindly to being eliminated." -Malcolm Reynolds - Firefly

[@anniecherry1373]

Yesss! Firefly!!!!!

[@majesticallyawkward1977]

Wild Browncoat sighting!

[@therealJamieJoy]

Browncoats Unite!

[@sarahsavagebassett7134]

Love a good Firefly reference!

[@bobo13193]

Love seeing fellow Firefly fans in the wild.

[@emmaway7]

Never bored with your content, but would love to see more like this as well.

[@saracalderas84]

Agreed. I love her original content but had fun with this as well.

[@whoahanant]

Me: Wait... it's all grape? Royalty soaps: Always has been.

[@JW-dk4mr]

I love Katie University. I learn about economics, life and soap-making! Thanks for all you do!!

[@AN-ou6qu]

1k subscribers with no video challenge I just realized you’re spamming this so people sub cause you’re so clout thirsty

[@pythonmom]

I'd love to see a "Top Secrets of Royalty Soaps" series

[@Terrelli9]

I’d love to see more behind the scenes footage. Honestly, I’d watch you wash the dishes as long as you’re telling a story while you’re doing it.

[@wendyharris1121]

This was really cool! I’d love to see more like this. Maybe how you blend colors? Or even just testing more fragrance. c:

[@caitlinb1657]

Am I the only one who is so relaxed by her making soap... it’s so calming 🤣❤️

[@kimberlyschouppe86]

Right!? Same here! It’s so calming and interesting to watch.

[@Alyathaean]

Nope. That's why I started watching soapmaking and now... doing it myself but sadly not allowed to sell. In Europe that part is really strikt. And so it's pretty expensive.

[@claireprest10]

Calming and addictive!

[@kimberlyschouppe86]

Alyathaean that stinks. But it’s still a lovely gift 🥰

[@MothCreature13]

Nope! Im watching to relax in a bath

[@Brooklyn_]

I'm not bored and I don't feel like the content is repetitive, but I do love this behind the scenes stuff! You're amazing and so inspiring creatively!

[@biancav6675]

Love this behind the scenes look! What happens to the test batches? Also could you do a video where someone makes soap for the first time and you coach them through, like Carla’s back to back chef?

[@firegodessreiko]

I know she's said before that she keeps botched batches for her own bathroom if they're only ugly and not unsafe~ Nothing to waste!

[@tiffany7023]

Can we all just take a moment to appreciate how sweet and thoughtful Katie is! I've been researching suppliers for base ingredients, fragrance oils, flavors oils, packaging, and colorants literally for years. And I've not once heard of the company afi. God bless you Katie for always being willing to share ❤

[@ioanadumitru7731]

Me and my friend are at the countryside and every afternoon we grab snacks and climb in an apple tree and watch ur videos for like one hour straight! SOAAAAPPSSSSS!

[@LMvonLebkuchen]

:O You are watching IN A TREE?! That is COOL.

[@IL_801]

Whoa! That sounds so fun!

[@eleanorestratton7696]

After literally years of watching you, we made our first batch of soap and felt so safe and confident thanks to you! These videos have literally helped my family so much on our self sufficient journey. We have started our own eco friendly shop&apothecary called Airmids. Thank you for all your amazing advice and videos to lighten up my days 💚

[@Froggy91394]

Loved this video! I would totally buy a sampler pack of the “test soaps” to see how similar scents compare

[@sarahcannon4134]

Yes! More behind the scenes videos! But if I'm being honest... I will happily watch ANY videos you make/post! Your bubbly personality is like a breath of fresh air and always puts me in a good mood! Love y'all 😊💜

[@careyse361]

Yes, testing! Since I finished your beginner soap series I’ve wondering the best way to test more fragrances. Thank you.

[@awwberry1]

I immediately assumed that "Grape By Blunt Effects" smells like a grape Swisher Sweet.

[@peepla7]

Ahh, the cigar? Smells like grape? Does it taste like it too?

[@pirate89RAWR]

BluntEffects makes exactly that in fragrances, so I assume so too lol

[@Christine_990]

Same. Lol

[@eccremocarpusscaber5159]

Katie, I so love you. And your family! I’m a guy in Scotland - probably not your usually viewer! - but I used to work for Lush a long time agai and still enjoy keeping my hand in! Also, I LOVE the fact you don’t always wear makeup. You look gorgeous and real. That’s so cool! 💓

[@chickensoupnoodle7]

Eccremocarpus scaber My family is originally from Scotland. They migrated forever ago though. Perhaps you have heard Dalrymple over there before.

[@AN-ou6qu]

Simp

[@eccremocarpusscaber5159]

Nora D I have indeed! I live in Edinburgh and actually sell Scottish Textiles. Always happy to have our waifs and strays come home! 😃

[@chickensoupnoodle7]

Eccremocarpus scaber My dad is obsessed with learning everything about Scotland ever though we live in ALABAMA.

[@Classyvegan]

“What is blunt effects.” .....oh, Katie, you sweet summer child.

[@michellesmith702]

😆😅 ok, I thought this was the case so thanks for the confirmation.

[@marieandrews3285]

Then she dusted it with "purple haze" 😅

[@michellesmith702]

@@marieandrews3285 😃😁😆heehee oh Katie!

[@kalicat6232]

I’m in the “dump it in and pray for the best” group right now. I’ve been lucky so far. Only bad batch was a sample I was sent that seized immediately. I try to read reviews, and do my best to make the first batch with a fragrance something fairly simple. I’m so excited to see how you test scents!!

[@kgraff4755]

I'm not a soapmaker, but I liked seeing what qualities and attributes you test for! It's a neat perspective. I would totally enjoy more of the 'behind the scenes' type videos :)

[@Rawr98]

‘I really like the smell of number two’. My immature brain: 🤣

[@wendiwallet]

My husband is a colorectal surgeon...he heard her say that and made a joke as well. Thought he was the only one that thought like that! 💩

[@AleAT]

I came here looking for this cause apparently I'm 4... 🤣🤣🤣

[@thetiredworm2100]

rawr98 😂😂 💩

[@AN-ou6qu]

Wendi Wallet weird job, but also kinda interesting

[@JodiLeaSnakeQueen]

@@wendiwallet colorectal? What's that??

[@marybibik]

As someone that came to your videos without any prior knowledge about soapmaking, I really appreciate that you take the time to explain soapmaking terms and principles in our videos. I get to learn all about a craft I'd never even thought about before!

[@veronikaapor]

This was so interesting! I would love to see more content like this. Also, you should totally sell these testing bars, I would absolutely buy them :D

[@JessicaCEP]

Yes! More like this, because it is really hard to buy fragrance oils online...

[@katrinamoyer451]

When she said "and for that reason soap number 3 is probably out of the running." It sounded like when they say "im out" on Shark Tank.

[@katwhit761]

This was super cool Katie I would really enjoy seeing more of these Fragrance Oil Showdowns ;)

[@acarnes78]

"I really like the smell of number 2" I laughed, I couldn't help it. I have to sense of humor of a pre-teen boy

[@stabmysanity11]

I loved this behind the scenes look! I never thought learning about fragrance oils would be something I'd be into, but I loved it! More please ❤

[@mmtruooao8377]

I really enjoy the "behind the scenes" soapmaking!!!

[@leslierolling]

I would LOVE to see more behind the scenes stuff like this, as well as things like a tour of your studio AND the new production facilities as you guys are working. I remember watching videos and seeing racks of 5 lb molds, and now you're doing big slabs in multiples. It would be really interesting to learn about how you've scaled up over time, how you did that, how many people you have working in the different capacities, etc. For those of us who are starting small that kind of thing in invaluable.

[@flygirlhoney_]

Yes, more behind the scenes stuff, please!

[@thedesertpotatochip6139]

Can we just praise you for the effort and knowledge you put into these videos? Not only do I love the behind-the-scenes stuff, but I love how you took the time to break down the process and explain every detail. I’m not a soap-maker, but you really inspire me to put that time and effort into my own profession. You really embrace “there are no dumb questions” and that can be very inclusive and welcoming to beginners. I just really wanted you to know that. Thank-you so much! ☺️💕

[@justaprttykitty827]

i would love to see her do like a charcoal soap or other sorts of soaps like that.

[@audrawolff8288]

Katie jas done some awesome charcoal soaps recently. Subscribe and checkout her playlist. You'll find exactly what you're looking for. You could even send her an idea for a charcoal soap you designed. If she chooses it she'll even send you a bar.👍

[@justaprttykitty827]

@@audrawolff8288 i know been subed for a bit now i just love more natural type soaps thanks

[@SteviiLove]

This was really insightful and I'd totally love and appreciate more content behind the scenes that we don't typically get to see or learn about. ❤

[@jillianweaver2741]

i just wanted to say thank you for making videos every week. during this quarantine, you gave me something to look forward to like if you agree

[@firegodessreiko]

She makes weekly videos regardless. It's got nothing to do with the pandemic, but good for you, I guess?

[@Lynvbgy]

I would love to see packaging videos. Like you and your team getting cured soap and shrink wrapping, labeling, stocking, etc. I love your videos! Thank you for making this channel, it’s so comforting.

[@haleyachooo]

I definitely would like to see more behind the scenes style videos!

[@dreamsinlife77]

Really loved seeing this! Would also like seeing the testing of more scents too - particularly if something goes funky

[@amberwedig7363]

Yes! Love the behind-the-scenes look at your process! Thank you!

[@charlottechickenplaysroblo7119]

Yes! Behind the scenes! I love behind the scenes videos! Maybe even a studio tour?

[@CircleThinker]

This was really interesting! Definitely would like to see more behind the scenes stuff from time to time 😊

[@BarqueCat2]

I don't find the soap videos to be repetitive - Plus, they are essentially advertising and explain why you sell out so often. Love the other videos mixed in - behind the scenes, instructional, hair coloring, daughter helping, whatever. We love you and will watch.

[@MusicIsLifeMD]

Yes, more behind the scenes. I don't know that I will EVER make soap, but learning all the ins and outs is fascinating!

[@jreid83]

So, the 3rd grape fragrance could be just a "crushed grape", maybe a more natural Concord grape scent?

[@asabetti2353]

Ha!

[@pinkladyht]

I loved this! I don't feel that your videos are repetitive. I appreciate hearing and seeing what goes on behind the scenes because it give me more confidence to see and hear what you have to do to prep and prepare for a future soap. Plus you give us more information and sometimes answer a question we had just in basic prep chat.

[@barrett8826]

SO hyped for the new collection!!

[@whyisthisachannel]

I feel like this should be in the royal academy playlist, too! Very useful to watch you going through it. ♥

[@lovelyheart3658]

I really enjoyed the “behind the scenes” part of soap making! I’d love to see you do more

[@lisacothron1208]

Yes to behind the scenes. I really appreciated this one! For instance, I was given two wooden molds, like my brambleberry, but no silicone or sliding bottom. I'd love to see how you get the freezer paper liner out of a wooden mold.

[@claireisacamel]

“Eeek! I want the good price but what if the 10lbs of grape smell I just ordered isn’t grapey enough?!!”

[@misskfountain4070]

Totally enjoyed the behind the scene fragrance test. And, being a new soaper, learned too. Enjoyed and learned, what a great combination!

[@alisonkitchin7581]

I’d love to see just like a vlog or behind the scenes of just a day in the life. That would be cool.

[@osagej4]

As someone who has never made soap, nor am I crafty in any way, shape, or form, I must say your instructional videos have been THE BEST to watch. All your videos are pure pleasure, but the instruction ones go above & beyond. Your knowledge base and your enthusiasm for teaching is really enrapturing and it really does make me want to start making soap. Like, 2 weeks, there was a 0% chance of me ever starting soap making, and now it's at like 50%!! Thank you again for all you do!

[@leabrown4014]

Love the behind the scenes idea! Makes me feel like I'm a soap maker even though I've never tried 😂😂

[@lizabethswitzer9113]

You are never repetitive! I found this fascinating. I would love more behind scenes along with the other ones you do. Thanks for including us all into your family and soap world 😀

[@shellyboggs9093]

When Katie said” hey Siri” my Siri went off lol

[@ashley-cz1sl]

It is so interesting watching the behind the scenes and how the soaps are made and what you go through to make your product. Love watching how much you care

[@dianachristiansen9120]

While I've just recently started watching your videos I'm absolutely obsessed and was wondering if you could make an 'Oh the places you'll go' soap by Dr. Seuss? Thank you!

[@pokerusfreak8194]

It's actually interesting getting a look behind the scenes. I'm game for more!

[@ToxicNeon]

I love grape smells... and flavors. Even if they dont actually taste like grapes, i still love it 😄

[@gilded_lady]

It tastes like purple!

[@sparklywastaken1426]

Carrie Mansfield omg! THANK YOU! I say that all the time and people think I’m an idiot! But it DOES taste like purple!

[@ShanaLawson]

Sparkly Was Taken The ones looking at you are the idiots. Purple has a taste and it’s delicious! I like actually grape stuff too but purple is 🤤

[@ToxicNeon]

All y'all have hit the nail on the head - purple is a great flavor 👌

[@lacytaylor1501]

I hate most fruits aside from bananas and apples but I adore a lot of your common candy ' fruit' flavors like cherry, strawberry and such.

[@cathyb2204]

Some of your "off hand" comments are absolutely nuggets of gold for beginning soap makers. This was fabulous.

[@AshleeKnowsNot]

I miss the polls. Yes I would definitely like a little behind the scenes.

[@wendymoulton1318]

I would honestly love to see how you clean your space. And how you are able to keep all the glitter you use from getting into all the nooks and crannies of your studio and getting into all your soaps!

[@tinksmith4964]

YES U.K. times that I can afford lol only like 8:30pm here for once

[@eccremocarpusscaber5159]

model_madness123_ I’ve just finished my dinner!

[@catherinen8422]

Yes please. More behind the scenes! I loved watching this. Its really cool to see what happens.

[@Hcollins2006]

Love to see more behind the scenes Maybe call behind the scenes ‘behind the suds’

[@jjan8989]

Yes please! More behind the scenes /learning based videos. So helpful!

[@Jjealous]

watching your videos is always like so fun and soothing i love it :) ps, u look so cute with that pony tail on your lmao

[@sweets6259]

I really like the behind the scenes peaks that you do. Please let us see more of it! Many thanks for bringing us joy and bubbles!

[@LilaCreates]

"I like the smell from number 2" Me: giggles

[@animosity9197]

I absolutely love the behind the scenes process stuff! I like seeing your artistic process too of course, but the process stuff is so interesting and cool!

[@grace-br2ov]

Omg me when cooking ‘ I dump it in and pray to god that it looks ok ‘

[@italiabautista3306]

I would love to see (updated) video on how you package soaps and orders and what precautions you have to take as an independent business, especially with how stuff is right now.

[@5Seed]

unlisted? ok. guess ill watch it anyway

[@_Chaos.Crow_]

It says your comment was posted 21 hours ago :/

[@aprzybyl]

Jd Transboi yea for me too

[@wearpinkatmyfuneral]

Jd Transboi the video was unlisted at first. Which means the video is only available to people with the link. She prolly posted the link on a social media and just now made it public.

[@stevebellaire7895]

nyazid that makes a lot of sense

[@sherrieb3356]

Yes, please, more ‘behind the scenes’ testing. I like the ‘science’ behind why you choose the things you do.

[@Jordan-uh9hg]

Okay first let me be twelve. “ I like the smell of number two...” hehe second it would be wonderful to see the behind the scenes stuff too!

[@shadowplay1990]

I love the behind the scenes stuff. It’s so interesting to see the how’s and why’s in your soap designs

[@cremebrulee419]

3:40 what did she say?! They're selling CHOCOLATE!

[@jeniajohnson8589]

Yes! Loved this! Would love the behind the scenes but no matter what always enjoy your wonderfully giddy videos and stories!! U are a blessing to me when I need cheering up or just want to feel happy!! Thank you!