Shea Butter and Orange Oil Soap

December

2024

Shea Butter and Orange Oil Soap

Introduction:

Using Shea Butter and Orange Oil for skin nourishment and citrusy goodness. This recipe, suitable for both beginners and experienced artisan, offers a refreshing and hydrating soap with deep skin nourishment and a bright, energizing aroma. This recipe adds a touch of sunshine to your skincare routine.

Benefits of DIY Shea Butter and Orange Oil Soap:

Deep Hydration: Shea Butter provides rich moisture, leaving the skin soft, smooth, and well-nourished.
Uplifting Citrus Scent: Orange Oil imparts a fresh, invigorating citrus fragrance that boosts mood and revitalizes the senses.
Natural Antioxidants: Both Shea Butter and Orange Oil are packed with antioxidants, helping to protect the skin from free radicals and environmental damage.
Brightening Effect: Orange Oil can help brighten the complexion, giving the skin a healthy, radiant glow.
Soothing and Anti-Inflammatory: The combination of Shea Butter and Orange Oil soothes the skin and reduces inflammation, making it ideal for sensitive skin.
Gentle Cleansing: This soap effectively cleanses the skin without stripping away its natural oils, making it suitable for all skin types.

Ingredients:

1 pound shea butter
2 oz sodium hydroxide
4 oz distilled water
1/4 cup orange essential oil

Steps:

Combine the sodium hydroxide and water in a heat-resistant container. Stir until dissolved.
Melt the shea butter, coconut oil, olive oil, and castor oil together.
Slowly add the sodium hydroxide solution to the melted oils, stirring continuously.
Add the orange essential oil to the mixture and stir to combine.
Pour the mixture into a soap mold and let it set for 24-48 hours.

Lye and Water Calculations

Using the following values from a Lye Calculator:

Shea butter: 0.128 oz NaOH/oz of oil

Step-by-Step Calculations:

Shea butter (16 oz): 16 oz × 0.128 = 2.048 oz NaOH
Total Lye Amount: 2.048 oz NaOH

Water Calculation:

Assuming a water-to-lye ratio of 2:1 (a typical range for cold process soap): 2.048 oz NaOH × 2 = 4.096 oz water

This Recipe was originally published in DIY Shea Butter Soap Making Recipes

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.

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