Patchouli and Red Palm Oil Soap

Introduction: Patchouli and red palm oil soap is a cold process soap made from red palm oil, coconut oil and olive oil, scented with patchouli essential oil, and you can make it with Baraka red palm oil and Baraka virgin coconut oil for an earthy, sensual and moisturizing bar. The vibrant red color of red palm oil adds a touch of luxury and visual appeal to this soap.

Ingredients:

• Red Palm Oil: 8 oz (227 g)
• Coconut Oil: 4 oz (113 g)
• Olive Oil: 4 oz (113 g)
• Lye: 2.29 oz (65 g)
• Distilled Water: 5 oz (142 g)
• Patchouli Essential Oil: 1 tbsp (14 g)
• Patchouli Leaves: (Optional - amount varies by preference)

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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 red palm 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 patchouli: Stir in the patchouli essential oil and patchouli 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 before use.

Lye-Water Calculation

Using the following values from a Lye Calculator:

• Red Palm Oil: 0.142 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:

• Red Palm Oil (8 oz): 8 oz × 0.142 = 1.136 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: 1.136 oz + 0.732 oz + 0.540 oz = 2.408 oz NaOH

Water Calculation: Assuming a water-to-lye ratio of 2:1 (a typical range for cold process soap): 2.408 oz NaOH × 2 = 4.816 oz water

Why Make This Soap: Patchouli is known for its earthy and sensual aroma, making this soap ideal for a luxurious and grounding experience. The red palm oil provides moisture and nourishment, while the vibrant red color adds a touch of luxury and visual appeal to this soap.

This Recipe was originally published in "20 DIY Soap Making with Red Palm Oil"

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• 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/
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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.