The Science of Soap

Dan Kohler, on Hallmark’s Home & Family Show, talks about the science of soap.

He also tells the how & why we need to use soap, which is why I showed this video to my son.

 The two main ingredients are oil and lye. If you ever spill lye on yourself while making soap, spray vinegar on your skin and do not add water to the contact area.

When making soap at home, all you need is water, lye (sodium hydroxide) and olive oil. Remember to work in a well-ventilated area and let the soap set for 24 hours in mold before cutting or using it.

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