Vanilla and Ylang Ylang

I like this soap based up the Aveda Madagascar scent BUT it really discolors in cold process soap. So I tried to add a bit of natural colorant to counter-act the issue. We'll see how it turns out. Its a blend of Vanilla and Ylang Ylang essential oilS, and while vanilla normally discolors soap to a brown color, the Ylang Ylang makes it brownish yellow, but not in a good way. Lots of Jojoba Oil was added at trace too.

Approximate due date: 02/01/10

Soundtrack: Lady Gaga, The Fame

Grapefruit Peppermint

I tried to make this the lovely oxidized copper tone it was before:

But I fear I added too much French Green Clay so it'll be more green than planned. This is an essential oil blend and 100% vegan.

Approximate due date: 02/01/2010

Soundtrack: Death Cab for Cutie, Narrow Stairs

Calendula Oatmeal

This soap takes a while because I need to infuse the Calendula in the oils. First I blend all of the oils together and then melt them with the Calendula buds and petals. You have to use fresh Calendula that is thoroughly dried or risk getting mold issues, but not so dry that there is nothing left to infuse. Then I let it cool, reheat (slowly) and then filter out the petals. Then I add NEW petals and repeat. I do this cycle slowly over several days to really let it infuse into the oils.

I added Colloidal oatmeal, for the ultimate in gentle healing soap. This soap starts off surprisingly yellow but then cures to a white soap with yellow calendula petals throughout.

Approximate due date: 01/24/10

Soundtrack: Lady Gaga, The Fame Monster