Shopping for Soap Making Supplies ~ Best Prices & Shopping Secrets

[@kathysanchez5945]

It's awesome that you took us along to show us as you explained the differences in the soap supplies....very helpful!!! Thank you!!!

[@1111guru]

great info, thank you

[@LadyGecko]

I purchase Olive Oil, Coconut Oil and Avocado Oil from Costco...two miles from my house. I used a modified cheese slicer the first year to cut my soaps. My mixing bowls, cups, spatulas...Dollar Store.

[@ThermalMermaid]

yes, you will get good deals at those box stores too. I thought about adding specifically costco to this but the selection at the store near me is poor. Ironically the RD is right next door!

[@MayberrySoapCompany]

Just wanted to put it out there if you are close to a Big Lots, they normally carry a 102 fl oz jug of coconut oil for $12, now it is not organic, but it is a great price.

[@ThermalMermaid]

Yes, 12 cents an ounce. i saw that over Christmas, the only thing is that there is one jar thats been sitting there since October. Great price, if you grab it while its fresh stocked.

[@MayberrySoapCompany]

@@ThermalMermaid Absolutely. They sell like crazy at our store. I always make sure the expiry date is at least a year out.

[@ThermalMermaid]

@@MayberrySoapCompany That is super interesting to know. I think I'll go talk to the manager next time in in there and ask her about the stock roll at the store I go to. I was hesitant about that item, but if they watch it like you do, then this one beats walmart by 50%. This is a great comment thread! I m a little excited now. haha.

[@elianamckee]

Looking at the prices of 3 years ago want to make me cry!!😭😭😭😭

[@gwen525600]

Wow! Talk about a master class in shopping for soap making supplies! Thanks so much for this information. Since I signed up as a Siren I haven't looked at your KZbin videos in a while but I'm glad this one popped up.

[@catrionaaldridge654]

Wish we had Walmart in Ireland. We have no shops like this.thank you btw .😊💚☘

[@TracyD2]

Catriona Aldridge I’m surprised you don’t. They’re everywhere. The problem is they put other stores out of business. Mom and pop shops that been around for ever. At least that is what happened to my area and people I know. I am guilty of buying the low price items. Ain’t going to lie. 😬

[@catrionaaldridge654]

@@TracyD2 sorry to hear that 🙏.no we would have large discount stores alright. But not for oils and such .We would have a wholesaler store but you would need a business revenue for that store .so I will at some stage get a membership. ☘

[@vajr4ever]

Thanks for this video!! Where do you shop for your essential oils and fragrance oils?

[@nylevettemilligan8829]

Thank you very much for this incredible insight on soap supplies! I LOVE IT!

[@thermalmermom]

This is THE best video of all... besides the essential oil calculator. I think the two go hand in hand though. I used to be a data base administrator so I have only an inkling of an idea of the work involved in pulling this data together. WOW. Thank you for the work you do to make my soaping days easier. Thank you so much.

[@CraftySheenaa]

Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. Very informative

[@ThermalMermaid]

You are so welcome!

[@doriscolon2321]

Thanks for sharing. I buy my oils at Soaper's Choice but the shipping is outrageous. Will have to start doing the math from now on.

[@ThermalMermaid]

and they are a good company too.

[@iwannaapple7190]

I made a spreadsheet that calculates everything from your lye to the suggested retail and wholesale price of your bar. Depending on the speed of your computer, mine is slow, it can convert someone else's recipe to percent, resize it to your mold and calculate cost in under a minute. But to do all that I had to calculate shipping also. I definitely agree with the outrageous shipping charge. You wouldn't believe how much it raises the retail cost of your soap. On another note, I have been ordering from them for several years. Small orders and heavy orders. It seems as if their shipping charge changes on a whim. If you order the same weight in bottles the charge will actually be less then if you ordered by boxes?

[@lilidevinefem]

Thank you so much you have no idea how much help you have given me I just keep talking about starting my soap business but just dont ever just do it

[@trendycommodities6608]

Thank you for making this video. It has helped me is that I am just wanting to get started in making soaps, body cremes, lotions, natural oils for the face. Can you make a video on where to get organic oils and butter-like Shea and Mango at a reasonable price in bulk, and how to add fragrance oils into the homemade product?

[@LadyGecko]

Trendy Commodities - It’s going to vary. A place that has a great price per ounce, may have higher shipping and vice versa. Then there is quality and quantity.

[@Erica-yr3gf]

Lots of awesome , useful information. Thank you so much.💕💕💕

[@nattamused9074]

I’m basically a beginner. (Used to make plain olive oil and lye water Castile soap about 10 years ago, but that’s it.) I want to make some plain lard and lye water soap. The lard at my Walmart does have BHT and BHA in it. What do you think?

[@maxhorner2409]

I have used it to great success in my soaping

[@aletascandlesandsoaps1254]

Thank you so much for this informative video!!!! must head to my local restaurant depo!!!

[@TracyD2]

Yea! I just signed up. I’m not new at formulating beauty and hair products but I never ever made a bar of soap. So excited. I’m diving in. 🧼🏊🏼‍♀️

[@debbieescobar6267]

Thanx for a hugely informative video! Wish I’d had this knowledge when I started soapmaking. As a hobbyist on a fixed income I’m always on the hunt for better prices. Can you do a video on cutters and planers that don’t cost a fortune but aren’t homemade?

[@ThermalMermaid]

yes, this is a good idea!

[@sundaycaradine2171]

Hey i am new to soap making never done it before and i am in the process of obtaining all my molds. I found the large wooden square one on Ebay for 29 (China) and paid 35.00 in fees so for 67.00 it will be here next month. That is half price of what I could get from a supplier. Just saying watch for deals...

[@ThermalMermaid]

Awesome. Deal notices help us all!

[@sundaycaradine2171]

@@ThermalMermaid it is slightly smaller then the large but all in all i think i will be happy with it.

[@purpledragondc7532]

Fantastic video!!!!

[@kenardemergian2604]

Very informative video! Thank youuu 🙏🏼

[@imanismith6857]

Omg How could I get access to this as a soapmaker in Jamaica?

[@amigueta92]

Does someone here know where to buy pigments and micas? Im from Mexico and I'm a beginner thanks in advance

[@kenardemergian2604]

Nancy Carmona i recommend Nurture Soap, Wholesale supplies plus, bramble berry and mad micas. Good luck 🥰

[@nidarahman4399]

Really awesome. Wiling to be a member. Do you provide certificate for the course?

[@ruefeee]

This is wonderful I will save on shipping and the prices per oz is so affordable

[@darkmoonesscentuals2]

Hi!!! I have an off topic question. The Magnesium that you use in the Strong Food Scrub, is that Magnesium Oxide? I can't seem to get a reply on the other page. Thank you in advance! :)

[@Maggieclayton57]

Excellent advice, thank you for sharing 👍👍

[@godsgracesoaps1849]

How much is the palm shortening now thank you

[@ThermalMermaid]

Good question. It is 2x more expensive at the restaurant supply store. Olive oil is still cheaper than the discount stores.

[@RedStingBlogs]

Such a helpful and jam packed video thanks very much!

[@inspire734]

I will probably be signing on soon with your site. One thing, you may have said, I don't know, but if you got shopping at Wal mart day after a holiday, look for rubber molds for half price. Or anything to do with a holiday. Amazon carries your Palm oil. IF you buy the 50lb. at 5cents and oz. I think that is what it said, it is $40 something. Doesn't sound bad to me. Here is the thing, always look on Amazon before you go shopping. People with stores, sell all kinds of stuff. I don't buy from Facebook ads, if you go on amazon, you will find the same thing for sale and it will be honest. Facebook ads are bogus sometime. I tell the people please look on amazon. I usually go to the site and find the item first then tell them.

[@kathywilson8005]

Super helpful!

[@angelaszul9662]

I have one question. Well, two questions. I can’t manage to login to my Thermal Mermaid. It says my email address is in use, but I still can’t log in? Second, I need to know where you get palm lard?

[@ThermalMermaid]

Hi Angela!!! Can you pop me a DM in the fb group. Ill help with the login

[@Jane-West]

Great video! Thank you for sharing!

[@florestista9339]

Thank you

[@Marthawehrly]

This was very helpful. Would you make a video about soap additives that are inexpensive? What I mean is like teas and florals. I know there are more. This would be helpful for me. I currently get mine from a local vitamin store and various stores. Thank you again for this information 🙂

[@damianchisley]

Where do you buy your lye from?

[@thehungrygoldfish]

That would have to be purchased online.

[@brownrose9080]

Great information and really great to see you! Thumbs up :)

[@sheiliainny4176]

Are these products approved for cosmetic purposes?

[@ThermalMermaid]

yes!

[@charlenesimmons3487]

You are so awesome ❤️ thanks

[@ThermalMermaid]

Hi! Thank you :)

[@JkrJolt]

I'm such a huge fan of your channel! ❤️❤️

[@karenp5630]

Great video

[@shannonkendrick517]

I got a HUGE container of Coconut oil at Big Lots for $12.99.

[@ThermalMermaid]

Yes! We have a Big Lots here, and they do stock a huge tub of coconut oil for 12.99. I discovered this after I posted this video, and this tip is absolutely valuable to people who live where they can find a Big Lots. Thanks for posting!

[@Denisse.Garcia]

Hey, I've sent you several messages as i've bought the Siren membership but have no access to anything at the moment just the free stuff!...please could you sort this out!? Denisse

[@ThermalMermaid]

Hi Denisse, I think I see you over in the facebook group Ill message you over there and fix you up!

[@ThermalMermaid]

Oh I see you just joined. Can you pop me a message in the FB because I need your email and it will stay private in the messages over there.

[@Denisse.Garcia]

@@ThermalMermaid thank you i've sent you a message now:)

[@kenbayard6737]

Sams, olive oil 9.98 for 101oz (free shipping)

[@tico25]

I love your page and your videos...and sure I will pay some classes...I'm make soap 🤣🤣🥰melt & pour for now soon CP oh HP Thanks for share your talent 🥰🥰🥰🤓🤓🇺🇸🤗🇻🇪🇪🇦

[@ceenisakara763]

I'm new here, lets be friends

[@dustinjamesbecker4636]

You said the oils had to be approved for skin care but then you went to Walmart and showed food grade sutff

[@ThermalMermaid]

This is not walmart. This is restaurant depot and if your items are food grade then they are approved for skin.