Liquid Soap  - makes approximately 500ml/16fl.oz.

 

Part 1

1 tbsp of your *favourite herb

1 tbsp Yucca root

100ml distilled water

Boil water and infuse herbs for 15-20 minutes. Strain herbs set liquid aside.

Add 2 tbsp Vegetable Glycerin to herbal infusion.

 

Part 2

100 gram bar of a natural shampoo bar. Note there is no curing time for bars that will be turned into liquid, they can be process when they are removed from the mould.

400 ml of water (use less water for a more concentrated soap)

Grate shampoo bar and add to water. Bring to boil, then on low until all pieces of shampoo bar have dissolved.

 

Part 3

Add liquid shampoo to strained herbal infusion. Add 15-20 drops of your favourite essential oil.

Use and storage: Stored in a cool dry location shelf life of liquid soap is approximately 1 year.

 

*Herbs to try for liquid soap:

Nettle, Horsetail & Coltsfoot: All contain amino acids that are excellent for skin and hair

Peppermint or Spearmint: Stimulates dry skin and invigorates senses a great morning wake up.

Lavender: Balances oily skin, good for acne prone skin, relaxing essence

Marigold and Rose petals: Moisturizing for dry skin, relaxing essence

Chamomile: Calms irritated skin, and nerves

Patchouli: Wonderful earthy scent, good for dry skin and Eczema conditions

 

Colouring and Scenting Suggestions:

Try adding 20-25 drops of your favourite essential oil per 250ml of liquid soap.

You can colour your liquid soap or body wash by using the following ingredients: (per 250ml of

product)

1/2 tsp of Natural Earth Colours (Yellow, Red, Brown, Green, )

1/2 tsp Pink, Red, Green clay (you will need to dissolve the clay in 2 Tbsp of liquid soap to blend properly)

1/4 tsp Ratanjot powder (you will need to dissolve the powder in 2 Tbsp of liquid soap to blend

properly)

 

Provided by: www.cranberrylane.com