Introduction:

Chocolate and shea oil soap is a cold process soap made with shea oil, coconut oil, olive oil, cocoa powder and chocolate chips, giving a rich chocolate aroma and a creamy lather. Baraka's shea oil is made by hand in Ghana.

Shea Oil

• Rich in vitamins A, E, and essential fatty acids, providing deep moisturization and nourishment.
• Ideal for dry, sensitive, or aging skin; many people report it leaves skin feeling smooth, and traditional use includes calming inflamed skin.

Coconut Oil

• Contains fatty acids with deep moisturizing properties, and traditional use suggests an antibacterial effect.
• Suitable for all skin types, particularly effective for dry or sensitive skin; many people report using it on dry skin from conditions like eczema.

Olive Oil

• Offers antioxidants and vitamins A and E for nourishing and soothing the skin.
• Great for dry, sensitive, or aging skin; helps maintain skin's natural moisture barrier.

Cocoa Powder

• Contains antioxidants, and traditional use suggests soothing, anti-inflammatory properties.
• Ideal for dry or irritated skin; helps improve skin tone and provides a rich, chocolatey scent.

Chocolate Chips

• Adds a luxurious, indulgent touch with moisturizing and antioxidant properties.
• Best for dry or mature skin; helps to soften and nourish the skin while adding a delightful fragrance.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz. shea oil
• 4 oz. coconut oil
• 4 oz. olive oil
• 2.19 oz (62 g) sodium hydroxide (lye)
• 5 oz. distilled water
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips
• Essential oils (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 shea oil, 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 chocolate: Stir in the cocoa powder and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
5. Add essential oils: If desired, add your favorite essential oils to the mixture.
6. Pour into molds: Pour the soap batter into your chosen molds.
7. Cure: Allow the soap to cure for at least 4-6 weeks before use.

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• Baraka Shea Oil, 17.6 oz (500 g): enough for two batches
• Baraka Virgin Coconut Oil, 8.8 oz (250 g): enough for two batches
• Cocoa Powder isn't sold in the USA, so it isn't in the button.

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Olive oil, sodium hydroxide (lye), distilled water, chocolate chips and essential oils are not Baraka products; use your usual supplier.

Lye-Water Calculation

Using the following values from a Lye Calculator:

• Shea Oil: 0.132 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:

• Shea Oil (8 oz): 8 oz × 0.132 = 1.056 oz NaOH
• Coconut Oil (4 oz): 4 oz × 0.183 = 0.732 oz NaOH
• Olive Oil (4 oz): 4 oz × 0.135 = 0.540 oz NaOH
• Total Lye Amount: 1.056 oz + 0.732 oz + 0.540 oz = 2.328 oz NaOH