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  • Bali Breeze Whipped Soap Perfect for Summer

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    I’m excited to share this lovely and luxurious Bali Breeze summer inspired whipped soap DIY. This soap smells like waking by the shore on a lovely beach. This is the first time I have used this Bali Breeze summer scent, and it is really lovely. I grew up close to the beach so this is […]

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    Mardi Gras Inspired Cold Process Soap DIY

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    In this, yet another Spring-themed cold process soap DIY, I am sharing a lovely purple, green, and yellow soap. This Mardi Gras Inspired cold process soap DIY is perfect for Spring and Summer. I am using the “The Olive Branch” comparable fragrance oil, which is a fruity and complex scent. For this soap, I wanted […]

    Party Favors Melt and Pour Soaps DIY

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    Melt and pour soaps are great as party favors. They are not only easy to make but can be customized with the specific colors and party decor. The fragrance oil to use can also be selected based on the theme of the party. Best of all, melt and pour soaps are fun to make and […]

    Creme Brulee Whipped Soap DIY

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    I’m excited to share this lovely and luxurious Creme Brulee Whipped Soap DIY. This is a gourmand soap with a lovely sweet aroma of one of the richest desserts I love. This is the first time I have used this sweet gourmand scent and it is lovely. I think it is great as we transition […]

    Cashmere Winter Double Butter Body Butter DIY

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    If you’re a rich, luxurious, natural skincare fan, this double butter mango and kokum butter body butter DIY is for you. Packed with mango butter’s intense hydration and kokum butter’s skin-softening power, this recipe will leave your skin silky-smooth. A hint of peach pink-colored mica adds a lovely, subtle sheen, and the Cashmere fragrance oil […]

    Winter Peppermint Twist Whipped Soap DIY

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    I’m excited to share another winter-inspired whipped soap DIY with you. This Winter Peppermint Twist whipped soap DIY is a fun DIY that will inspire you and get you in the winter crisp and cozy days mood. The scents I selected for this fun holiday DIY are comparable to well-known scents such as Fraiser Fir […]

    Winter Holidays Whipped Soap DIY

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    I’m excited to share another winter-inspired whipped soap DIY with you. This Winter Holidays whipped soap DIY is a fun DIY that will inspire you and get you in the winter and holiday season mood. The scents I selected for this fun holiday DIY are comparable to well-known scents such as Fraiser Fir and Sweater […]

    Mango Butter and Kokum Butter – Body Butter DIY

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    If you’re a fan of rich, natural skincare, this mango and kokum butter body butter DIY is for you. Packed with the intense hydration of mango butter and the skin-softening power of kokum butter, this recipe will leave your skin silky-smooth. A hint of cappuccino-colored mica adds a lovely, subtle sheen, and the Luscious Vanilla […]

    Peppermint Whipped Soap DIY

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    I’m excited to share this winter-inspired whipped soap DIY with you. It is a fun DIY to get into the winter and holiday season. The scent is bright and wonderful light a lovely sunny winter morning, and the simple red and white colors resemble all those deliciously sweet peppermint candy that we like so much. […]

    Marbled Technique Cold Process Soap DIY

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    Today’s marbled technique cold process soap DIY is inspired by the transitional days at the end of summer, when the air begins to cool, and the excitement for autumn and Thanksgiving starts to build. For this fall-inspired project, I’ve chosen a lovely floral scent called Che Bella Donna. —it’s a beautiful “perfumy” fragrance that blends […]

    Vanilla, Pumpkin Marshmallows Whipped Soap DIY

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    I’m excited to share this autumn-inspired whipped soap DIY with you—it’s a project I’ve been eager to try, and I’m thrilled with how it turned out. The scent captures the essence of the season perfectly, and the colors are spot-on for that cozy yet playful pumpkin spice vibe. This vanilla, pumpkin and marshmallow whipped soap […]

    Summer Fig Cold Process Soap DIY

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    This summer fig cold process soap DIY is perfect for every season, but the scent I used is perfect for summer! I used the hanger swirl technique for this soap and it never disappoints. This technique always makes really gorgeous soaps. It is also one of my favorites to use because it is a fairly […]

    Bali Breeze Whipped Soap Salt Scrub

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    Today I want to share a summer-inspired DIY. I’ve been wanting to use the Bali Breeze fragrance oil I’ve had for a while but have not used it yet. I grew up at the beach and the beach is my happy place so the scent is just perfect for a beach-themed salt scrub. Salt scrubs […]

    Campfire Marshmallows Whipped Soap DIY

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    This campfire marshmallows whipped soap DIY was inspired by the anticipation of summer camping and summer adventures. I purchased this fragrance oil some time ago but because it discolors due to the amount of vanillin I wanted to use it in skincare products other than cold process soap. Whipped soap is great because I made […]

    Beach Inspired Sea Salt Cold Process Soap

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    In today’s cold process soap DIY, I use a sea salt fragrance oil that was the inspiration for this Sea Salt Cold Process Soap DIY. I like to plan for the seasonal cold process soaps. While cold process soaps take four to six weeks to cure, I prefer to cure mine for eight weeks. This […]

    DIY Exfoliating Loofah Cashmere Melt and Pour Soap

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    Learning how to make your own natural exfoliating loofah soap is another great addition to your DIY skincare skillset. As with other exfoliating soaps such as sugar scrub soaps and soaps with other natural exfoliators such as ground apricot seeds, this is another great addition to a gorgeous skin. Melt and pour soaps are quick […]

    Hanger Swirl Lavender Cold Process Soap DIY

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    I make Lavender cold process soap fairly often at home. It is my daughter’s favorite and I love the aromatherapy. I use Lavender 40/42 essential oil for this soap most of the time because it smells sweeter than some of my other favorite lavender essential oils. I enjoy making Lavender essential oil cold process soap […]

    Olive Branch Whipped Soap DIY

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    This olive branch whipped soap DIY was inspired by the lovely scent of this fragrance oil. I purchased it some time ago and have used it in cold process soap and decided it is also great for whipped soap. The scent is perfect for any season. My approach when coming up with ideas for these […]

    Strawberry Cupcakes Cold Process Soap DIY

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    This Strawberry Cupcakes cold process soap DIY is perfect for Valentine’s Day gifts. This is a fun way to create different soaps. While I love my standard rectangular soaps I like hand soaps that have different shapes that are not only a practical item but can help bring a unique touch or even decorate! The […]

    Spring Flower Garden Melt and Pour Soap DIY

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    Melt and pour soap making is a fun and creative hobby that anyone can enjoy. It is easy to start with and learn different techniques before taking on more complex soap making such as making cold process soaps. Today I want to share a Spring Flower Garden Melt and Pour soap DIY. This spring themed […]

    Lavender and Lilac Triple Butter Body Butter DIY

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    How to Make Triple Butter Body Butter – Super Skin Loving! Today I want to share a super luxurious and super skin-loving Lavender and Lilac triple butter body butter. I am using three of my favorite butters, shea butter, mango butter, and kokum butter. All are great for the skin and have wonderful moisturizing properties. […]

    Iced Vanilla Woods Cold Process Soap DIY

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    This Iced Vanilla Woods cold process soap DIY is perfect for winter. I was told that this scent is a bestseller for some of the soap making companies and I had to try it. This is a double-layer design with an in-the-pot swirl design on the top layer. It took me a moment to come […]

    Pumpkin and Marshmallows Whipped Soap DIY

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    This autumn-inspired whipped soap DIY was a fun idea that I wanted to try and I am so glad I did. The scent is perfect for the season and the colors are just perfect for pumpkin spice season. I hope you try and enjoy this pumpkin and marshmallows whipped soap DIY. This whipped soap is […]

    Agave Bloom Beginner Body Butter DIY

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    How to Make Body Butter – Great for Beginners I am regularly asked about formulations for beginners and formulations for experienced skin care body butter makers. Today I want to share a simple agave bloom beginner body butter DIY. I realized most of my formulations use various body butters and I wanted to create a […]

    Smoked Tonka and Oud Whipped Soap DIY

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    If you have been following the blog for a while you know one of my favorite DIYs to make and share is whipped soap. It is easy to make, you can make so many variations and with the perfect colors and scents, you can make whipped soap for any occasion. Today I am sharing with […]

    DIY Lavender Exfoliating Loofah Melt and Pour Soap

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    Learning how to make your own natural lavender exfoliating loofah soap is another great addition to your DIY skillset. As with other exfoliating soaps such as sugar scrub soaps and soaps with other natural exfoliators such as ground apricot seeds, this is another great addition to your DIY skin care. Melt and pour soaps are […]

    Clamshell Technique for Cold Process Soaps DIY

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    I’ve used this clamshell technique for cold process soaps a few times and have posted some earlier videos on YouTube but realized I have not made a full blog post about it so that I can share some additional best practices and techniques. I am excited to share this additional technique for cold process soap […]

    Ocean Summer Waves Melt and Pour Soap DIY

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    This summer waves melt and pour soap DIY is another wonderful soap inspired by our camping trips to the beach. Melt and pour soaps are great for a creative fun afternoon and a great idea to bring to your trips. These summer waves are a perfect size for gifts as well. Melt and pour soaps […]


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Bali Breeze Whipped Soap Perfect for Summer

I’m excited to share this lovely and luxurious Bali Breeze summer inspired whipped soap DIY. This soap smells like waking by the shore on a lovely beach. This is the first time I have used this Bali Breeze summer scent, and it is really lovely. I grew up close to the beach so this is […]

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