Rosemary and Kombo Butter Soap

Introduction:

This invigorating and stimulating soap features the refreshing aroma of rosemary 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.

Rosemary Essential Oil:

• Stimulating properties: Can help improve blood circulation.
• Antioxidant benefits: Provides additional antioxidants.
• Refreshing aroma: Provides a stimulating fragrance.

Suitable Skin Types and Conditions:

• Dry skin: All four ingredients are excellent moisturizers, making them ideal for dry skin.
• Sensitive skin: Olive oil and kombo butter are both gentle and soothing, making them suitable for sensitive skin.
• Acne-prone skin: Coconut oil's antimicrobial properties and rosemary essential oil's stimulating properties can help combat acne-causing bacteria.
• Mature skin: The antioxidants in kombo butter and olive oil can help reduce the appearance of signs of aging.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz. kombo butter
• 4 oz. coconut oil
• 4 oz. olive oil
• 3 oz. lye
• 5 oz. distilled water
• 1/4 cup rosemary essential oil
• Rosemary sprigs (optional)

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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 rosemary: Stir in the rosemary essential oil and rosemary sprigs (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 before use.

Lye-Water Calculation:

Using the following values from a Lye Calculator:

• Kombo butter: 0.137 oz NaOH/oz of oil
• Coconut oil: 0.183 oz NaOH/oz of oil
• Olive oil: 0.135 oz NaOH/oz of oil

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

Why Make This Soap: Rosemary is known for its invigorating and stimulating properties, making this soap ideal for a refreshing morning shower. The kombo butter provides moisture and nourishment, while the rosemary scent creates a refreshing and uplifting experience.

Popular Soap Calculators:

• SoapCalc.net: A widely used online calculator with a user-friendly interface. SoapCalc: http://www.soapcalc.net/
• Handcrafted Soap and Cosmetics Guild (HSCG) Calculator https://www.soapguild.org/tools-and-resources/product-price-calculators/lye
• Lye Calculator: Another popular option with a simple design. https://www.lyecalc.com/
• Soap Recipe Calculator: Offers additional features like fragrance and color calculations. http://thesoapcalculator.com

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