*Usage amounts are recommendations only. Individual usage amounts can vary based on your desired fragrance strength, wax type, soap base, or lotion base. See IFRA certificate for max usage levels. Bottles filled by weight, levels may vary.

Lye Water Temperature 100ºF (37.8°C)
Oil Temperature 119ºF (48.3°C)

We experienced a moderate amount of acceleration but no separation. The oils and lye water came to an emulsion slowly so we continued stick blending until we reached medium trace. The batter began thickening quickly so we hand stirred to smooth it out just before pouring it into the mold. We gave the mold a few good tamps on the counter and that smoothed the top and helped settle it into the mold. By this point, the soap had turned orange. After 24 hours we observed the bars had only reached a partial gel which allowed the outer edges to discolor to a peach shade and the gelled areas became a light yellowish tan. The scent was strong. After 30 days, the soap discolored to a dark tan shade and the scent remained strong.