Soap Makers Help for Titanium Dioxide & Colour Fracturing

[@karenconine963]

As a homemade soap maker for about a year. I still love coming back to your videos for information. I appreciate you sharing your experience with so many of us.

[@LindaWalpole]

Thanks for the tips, Karen. The top about the warm water is really important, because I always think that if you're going to add a cold water mix to your batter that is heating up with the lye etc that you are not going to get it to mix properly unless you do a lot of stirring and sometimes that's not possible when your batter is setting up fast. This is why we need you, Karen, you have such a wealth of knowledge and experience xx Linda

[@Amerayl]

Thanks for the tip. I've often wondered why more people didn't see those streaks on the side of the containers. It really is a good idea.

[@ThankfullyRedeemed3]

Thank you, Karen & IT IS WONDERFUL to hear you on here again! Missing you terribly!

[@UtahGmaw99]

Big hugs Karen. I missed you too. This is a great tip. Thank you so much for all you have done to help everyone.

[@nedastar2]

this helps, I've also put t.d. in a plastic bottle with marbles to shake it up before pouring. I like this hint .

[@Peedee3030]

Karen you are so great at sharing info....I also miss watching your videos....you are such a help to us as soapers...Thank you Dawn

[@Hapted]

Great to see you Back Karen, you have been missed very much Xxx

[@angelababin4513]

Thanks Karen, Great to hear your voice again on a new video!

[@elizabethbenton6239]

I’ll try the hot/warm water mixture. What I have found is if you don’t use enough TD that this also causes they “streaky” appearance. I also believe that is has to do with some fragrances. Mind you it does give and “olde world” crackle to soaps. Especially one I make. (Wish I knew how I did it to make sure I do it always for this soap. Lol)

[@sueatkinson3709]

Hi, I'm having trouble at the moment with chalky titanium dioxide. I came across your video and I'm going to try this next time. Fingers crossed! Thanks for your videos

[@nannyssillysoapco]

Thanks for the tip Karen. I've suffered the crackle effect, and whilst not always unattractive, I do want the option to control how the soap will look. I'll definitely be focusing on the mixing next time I use it.

[@MyDragonSoap]

We had a conversation about using tap water in one of the FB soaping groups I'm on. I was amazed that over half the people who commented use tap water. I've always used distilled.

[@ambersdiamondpainting8831]

Great video ty so much for all your support and help it means so much that you care enough and have cared to help people and teach people how to do things you're just amazing and you mean a lot to so many if us again ty for all your hard work and dedication 🥰💞💖💗

[@natashawalker9014]

Karen.....your're a life saver!! This was a much needed video..especially for me :-)

[@MyDragonSoap]

Yippee!!! Another Eden's Secret video!!! Thank you so much for this tip Karen. I used quite a bit more td than I normally use in the soap I made yesterday, and there is the crackling, or crazing, or whatever they call it. I will try your tip next time.

[@birdenagage13]

Thank You Ever So Much for these Great Tips!! I am about to order my 1st bag of TD. So excited to try it this way❣❣🤗💖🌠

[@bitofalather]

Great to have you back again Karen. I missed your videos. I'm sure these tips will help a lot of people. How is you chip fryer oil heater working?

[@ThreeSistersSoap]

Great tip Karen. It's nice when you can share with us. We appreciate your time too.

[@susanburns1442]

great tips but as I have never used t.d. before can you tell me how per 1lb of soap to use. in powder form before I MIX with water

[@HTMLguruLady2]

How many tsp or TBL of TD to how much water?? Please supply some measurements

[@lennapelayo3252]

I appreciate everything but I was wondering if you could maybe show us a tutorial on how to premix a certain amount for usage I would greatly appreciate it and thank you so much for your time and your hard efforts

[@gallen2101]

1 tsp per pound of oils

[@kellythomas3041]

Another great tip from an awesome soap maker thanks for sharing Karen x

[@anacmendon]

Great video.what is the proportion of dioxide per soap?

[@danaparzych7414]

Love love love you Karen, and thajk you for your videos. I was wondering if you use a water discount so there isnt too much water causing the soap to need a longer cure/drying time, or need to stay in th3 the mold to set up longer

[@BohemienneLife]

Karen are you referring to the Crackle effect? Thanks for tip

[@gallen2101]

I use Zinc Oxide instead and Tap water

[@01poppyblue]

Good to see you back :) thx Wendy

[@JenSoapySuds]

TY for the tip about the hot water. Brilliant!

[@tanyastiles8358]

I love your accent! Great video thank you!

[@ShelitaRN]

Thanks so much pretty lady I will try again! I have 2 fragrances with high vanilla and the soaps come out an ugly brown can I use this the make them white and I want a portion of it purple, or is it a lost cause when using these types of fragrances!?

[@SereneSoundscapesAndVideo]

+Shelita Williams Try Vanilla Color Stabilizer. It works to keep soaps their color when using fragrances with vanilla in them,

[@denisem1632]

Thanks, i haven't seen a spoon like that but i will be looking for one.

[@cindeesmith5139]

Thank you sooo much I am just starting mixing colors andTD so all tips help! I have td says mix with oil. Would you hear the oil then and mix TD

[@wendyg5470]

I would like your TD measurements please.

[@sherriefearon9923]

Can I use stainless steel to make my cold process soap that contains lye

[@Luckysevensoaps]

Seems so simple!!! Thanks Karen!!

[@christybailey1004]

The TD you use is it Water Dispersable or Oil Dispersable?

[@stephaniebravo7773]

Hi thank you for you video, how much td do use with the water

[@reaheslick6923]

Thanks for this advice Karen, is there a specific type of TD I should buy? I will try this later :)

[@Coast2CoastSoaps]

What a great tip! Thanks Karen.

[@tanz9588]

Does the extra water added to make the white colour affect soap recipe in any way.

[@Skylightatdusk]

Does TiO2 work only with oils ... or can I get it to change the color of organic additives too (like fruit purees for instance).

[@dianebrown9303]

I am new to soaping and have also had problems with TD. I also tried mixing it with water but still am having issues. Do you discount your lye water for the water that is mixed with the TD?

[@EriolaPrifti]

Love everything you do & missed your videos.

[@CorenaGaroutte]

My td is for oil. Should I mix it with warm oil?

[@MarciasMeadow]

Well here I am stalking you again pretty. I just made a beautiful soap and yes... I got the crackling. What a pain. I could swear I mixed it well. Well, talk with you soon!

[@selmataveiros4748]

Amei a base!❣

[@littlemissmakeup075]

the is a lot of chemicals in tap water so i would boil distilled water or boil the water 1st or filter it but thanks 4 the tips :)

[@Skylightatdusk]

How much should be used? How does one know how much to use please? Thanks!

[@rosierose6008]

Do you discount the water from the recipe?

[@freespiritedfreespirited2595]

I am confused. How many parts water to TD ?

[@Luckysevensoaps]

Just making sure its properly mixed. Seems

[@Mimi_26_08]

Do you always mix the TD in water or is Oil ok?

[@ursaltydog]

Nice video with good reminders. Btw, lovely accent you have there. :)

[@triciastephen3137]

Very informative indeed. 🤗🤗

[@cabinfeversoap1]

Thank you Karen for sharing this tip- you're amazing! :)

[@maryjames3486]

thanks Karen. that helps a lot!

[@mi27dgs]

How much do you know to pour in?

[@florenceparker9698]

How much water to the TD and does that mess up the soap mix adding water. really need to know

[@StaceyWilsonRE]

Florence Parker double the water to TD. Example, 2 tsp TD is 4 tsp water. I actually add my TD to the lye water. It's very hot and will mix well, but your whole batch will be lightened so you may have to add extra color/mica to the non white parts. You could also microwave or boil the water and mix the TD separately in a container if you don't want the whole batch whitened. Just make sure it's really hot.

[@noodyberry]

Thank you for sharing this amazing informations

[@popeye1283]

Thank you Karen, great tips as always. Luv, Rene x

[@Zamal512]

forgot to pre-mix the titanium and mixed it directly in the soap mixture, Can it be used like that? Thank you

[@debbieescobar6267]

tlalc12 yes...just cosmetic. TD is used in a lot of food and medicine products...harmless.

[@ronniecharlton2280]

Thanks, love your work!

[@SC-le5ej]

Where can I buy titanium dioxide?

[@balmfriday]

Thanks Karen! Very smart!

[@ninisparkle2544]

Nini Sparkle 1 second ago l only have oil based titainium do l add 1cup oil to my half cup titanium and do l oil reduce in my soap mix

[@EdensSecret1]

I'm not familiar with the oil based TD, but my guess would be 2 oil to 1 TD, so yes, that would be 1 cup oil to half cup TD. But better you check with someone who does the oil version. Does Soap Queen TV do this anybody?

[@ninisparkle2544]

Thank you'l love your soaps they are so elegant.

[@brattdoll1000]

How much water do u use to mix TD??

[@florenceparker9698]

did she tell you how much water to the TD. I would like to know

[@catherinearnott1595]

hi. sorry am all confused. am only starting to learn soap making. watched a lot of videos. everyone so far says never use tap water. can you help please.

[@EdensSecret1]

You'll get there Catherine

[@Legendracula]

Tap water has trace minerals in it which can inhibit lather in a finished soap. I always use filtered water for my main batch, but often use tap water to mix my oxides. This is just because it's less fuss, and I believe that small amount of tap water won't make a difference in a 2lb batch.

[@TheMaricamp]

Always use filtered water

[@operation316]

Thank you so much! Very helpful!!!

[@Janellejancaudillhotmailcom]

you are welcome

[@tinwhistlelover101]

Thank you so much for your help. :D!

[@Janellejancaudillhotmailcom]

thank you

[@donnahaynes]

Thanks so much..

[@melissabush7317]

It was such a pretty color before. Why add the titanium dioxide?

[@EdensSecret1]

Melissa Bush I really like the look of TD xx

[@melissabush7317]

***** Personal preference, makes sense...

[@JustinSoga]

***** Titatium Dioxide has shown links to Chroma, IBS and Respitory Lung Disease to name a few. Don't forget our skin is our largest organ in our bodies. And it's the bodies 1st line of defense. Titanium Dioxide if in soap will be easily absorbed into the body through the skin and it's made easier from our pours opening from washing w/ hot water. I would think if your making the effort to make your own soap you probably care about your body more than the average person. Point a little sparkle isn't worth the added strain put on your bodies immune system.

[@melissabush7317]

Justin Soga That's the truth. Pretty much everyone I've met knows this now. Sadly, most don't care & just like the look of it. I stopped using it all together. I use to be a makeup artists, so I really did a life purge. I hope more people stop using it but most won't.

[@JustinSoga]

Melissa Bush seems to be that way w/ most things. People like instant gratification and will deal with any repercussions later.

[@VashOffTheWall]

the tap water could be messing up all your soaps... should only use distilled... and its better to dump the oxides in a light oil..not tap water

[@L-M-O-1]

she uses water dispersed td. that's why she uses water

[@VashOffTheWall]

you know i learned the other day there are two different types of TD! so that makes a lot more sense now =}

[@colaj2068]

Awesome!!! Thanks Karen :-)

[@louisatanner4306]

I'm sorry. This is no help at all. How much water? How much TD?

[@bettymay2091]

she sounds so serious. love ut

[@louiselill1528]

Please please please wear gloves

[@kimbershark]

louise lill I've been soaking for 5 years and never wear gloves. I've had the soap all over my hands after the lye has been mixed in.

[@karenthorne6644]

Lye really isn't that dangerous! You'll notice the sting if you get it on you, just wash off!

[@blulumwaquepajoo7158]

I never wear gloves,never had a problem.not even goggles

[@Tina-ez4xi]

@@blulumwaquepajoo7158 I'm ashamed to say it, but neither do I.

[@sarahash7551]

@@Tina-ez4xi lol

[@evgenpatotskiy177]

IF you want to make it by yourself just go to InpliX page.

[@lickdacat2]

What language are you speaking??? This isn't a joke, I am serious.... Scottish??? Irish??? Aussie??? Limey???

[@kimbershark]

Richard Einstein pretty sure she's speaking English ;) sounds like a Scottish accent.

[@paulineedixo798]

Thank u