Eucalyptus and Kombo Butter Soap

January 2, 2025
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Wayne Dunn

Eucalyptus and Kombo Butter Soap

Introduction:

This invigorating and refreshing soap features the eucalyptus aroma and the moisturizing benefits of kombo butter.

Kombo Butter:

  • Rich in nutrients: Provides essential fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants.
  • Moisturizing properties: Helps soothe dry, irritated skin.
  • Anti-inflammatory: Can reduce inflammation and redness.
  • Hardening properties: Increases the hardness and lather of the soap.

Coconut Oil:

  • Cleansing properties: Effectively removes dirt and impurities.
  • Antimicrobial properties: Helps fight bacteria and fungi.
  • Foaming agent: Creates a rich, lathering foam.
  • Hardening properties: Increases the hardness of the soap.

Olive Oil:

  • Moisturizing properties: Hydrates and softens the skin.
  • Antioxidant benefits: Protects the skin from environmental damage.
  • Emollient properties: Helps soothe and calm irritated skin.
  • Mild cleansing: Gentle on sensitive skin.

Eucalyptus Essential Oil:

  • Stimulating properties: Can help improve blood circulation and wake up the senses.
  • Antiseptic properties: Can help prevent infections.
  • Refreshing aroma: Provides a stimulating fragrance.

Suitable Skin Types and Conditions:

  • All skin types: Eucalyptus essential oil is generally suitable for most skin types.
  • Tired or stressed skin: The stimulating properties of eucalyptus can help revitalize the skin.
  • Clogged pores: Eucalyptus can help unclog pores and reduce congestion.

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz. kombo butter
  • 4 oz. coconut oil
  • 4 oz. olive oil
  • 3 oz. lye
  • 6 oz. distilled water
  • 1/4 cup eucalyptus essential oil
  • Eucalyptus leaves (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the lye solution: Combine lye and distilled water in a heat-resistant container. Stir until the lye is completely dissolved.
  2. Melt the oils: Melt the kombo butter, coconut oil, and olive oil together in a double boiler.
  3. Combine: Carefully pour the lye solution into the melted oils and blend until the mixture reaches trace.
  4. Add eucalyptus: Stir in the eucalyptus essential oil and eucalyptus leaves (if using).
  5. Pour into molds: Pour the soap batter into your chosen molds.
  6. Cure: Allow the soap to cure for at least 4-6 weeks

Lye-Water Calculation

Using the following values from a Lye Calculator:

Step-by-Step Calculations:

  • Kombo butter (8 oz): 8 oz × 0.137 = 1.096 oz NaOH
  • Coconut oil (4 oz): 4 oz × 0.183 = 0.732 oz NaOH
  • Olive oil (4 oz): 4 oz × 0.135 = 0.810 oz NaOH
  • Total Lye Amount: 1.096 oz + 0.732 oz + 0.810 oz = 2.638 oz NaOH

Water Calculation:

  • Assuming a water-to-lye ratio of 2:1 (a typical range for cold process soap): 2.638 oz NaOH × 2 = 5.276 oz water

Popular Soap Calculators:

There are also many YouTube Videos on how to calculate this.

Remember: Always handle lye with extreme caution. It is a strong chemical and can cause severe burns. Ensure you're following safety guidelines when working with it.

This Recipe was originally published in  Kombo Butter Soap Making

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