- Gather necessary ingredients and equipment
- Choose a soap-making method and recipe
- Follow step-by-step instructions for making homemade soap
- Customize with natural ingredients and essential oils
Gather necessary ingredients and equipment
Gather ingredients such as lye, oils, and water, as well as equipment like a digital scale, thermometer, and mixing bowls.
Choose a soap-making method and recipe
Decide whether to use the cold process, hot process, or melt and pour method, and select a recipe that aligns with your preferences and skin type.
Follow step-by-step instructions for making homemade soap
Carefully follow the instructions for mixing lye and water, combining oils, and achieving the right consistency before pouring the soap into molds.
Customize with natural ingredients and essential oils
Add natural ingredients like herbs, clays, or exfoliants, and incorporate essential oils for fragrance and therapeutic benefits. Be mindful of proper usage rates for essential oils.