Guest guest Posted June 11, 2002 Report Share Posted June 11, 2002 : I have a great recipe at home - I will send it to the list this evening if I have time; if not, tomorrow. I have 2 batches of soap to make, and some foot rub (possibly lotion as well). I also have to unpack from a weekend trip (we had a soaper's convention of the TX Soap Maker's Association!!), so I will be busy! Wish I could help right away.... Kristal ----Original Message Follows---- From: " melslarson " <melslarson@...> Reply- Subject: shampoo bars Date: Tue, 11 Jun 2002 12:55:40 -0000 I am looking for a recipe for shampoo bars. I would like to know ingredients and instructions unless it's like cp soap (if it's like cp soap just say so). Please also note if the recipe is for dry hair or oily hair. Thanks a bunch _________________________________________________________________ Chat with friends online, try MSN Messenger: http://messenger.msn.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 11, 2002 Report Share Posted June 11, 2002 Hi !! I had a minute before soapin and eatin (hope I don't get confused!!) and found my recipe. This is not MY recipe, but RJ Higgins (from http://www.herbalsoapsbyrj.com/recipes.htm), but since she has it on her site, I don't think there is any harm in posting it here. She is out of pocket at the moment, or I would ask permission... RJ's Shampoo Bar 8oz coconut Oil 6oz Avocado Oil 11oz Olive Oil 2oz Castor Oil 3.7oz lye 8oz water 1 Tbs. Wheat Germ I throw my oils in the crockpot, except for the wheat germ, melt them on high, add my lye water, bring to trace, add my wheat germ oil, cook, cool slightly & add my fragrance! I love this shampoo bar! I don't even need a conditioner for my long hair anymore! Have fun!! Kristal www.roundrockessentials.com shampoo bars I am looking for a recipe for shampoo bars. I would like to know ingredients and instructions unless it's like cp soap (if it's like cp soap just say so). Please also note if the recipe is for dry hair or oily hair. Thanks a bunch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 13, 2002 Report Share Posted June 13, 2002 In a message dated 6/13/02 9:51:07 AM Central Daylight Time, mvogler@... writes: > Is there any recipe out there that does not call for lye? Sort of like a > lotion bar, only shampoo? Angie's site, the herbarie has some recipes for liquid shampoo, no lye. ¸..·´¨¨)) -:¦:- ¸.·´ .·´¨¨)) ((¸¸.·´ ..·´ -:¦:- Sage -:¦:- -:¦:- ((¸¸.·´* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 13, 2002 Report Share Posted June 13, 2002 In a message dated 6/13/02 10:22:55 AM Central Daylight Time, angelofbast@... writes: > Please excuse my " newness " , but by Coconut oil is Fractionated Coconut Oil > meant, or is there another kind? > Thanks!! > > Hi Angel, The coconut oil in your recipe is not fractionated coconut oil. They are different. You were right to be suspicious :-)) ¸..·´¨¨)) -:¦:- ¸.·´ .·´¨¨)) ((¸¸.·´ ..·´ -:¦:- Sage -:¦:- -:¦:- ((¸¸.·´* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 13, 2002 Report Share Posted June 13, 2002 Is there any recipe out there that does not call for lye? Sort of like a lotion bar, only shampoo? I really don't want to start working with lye, for a variety of reasons. Thanks!!! shampoo bars I am looking for a recipe for shampoo bars. I would like to know ingredients and instructions unless it's like cp soap (if it's like cp soap just say so). Please also note if the recipe is for dry hair or oily hair. Thanks a bunch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 13, 2002 Report Share Posted June 13, 2002 Just curious, are you wanting it to clean or be a conditioner? If you wanted to make some cleansing products but not have lye around couldn't you dabble w/ soap noodles, rebatch, soap bases, etc. Christi in Dallas " Vogler, Melody H. " <mvogler@...> wrote: Is there any recipe out there that does not call for lye? Sort of like a lotion bar, only shampoo? I really don't want to start working with lye, for a variety of reasons. Thanks!!! --------------------------------- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 13, 2002 Report Share Posted June 13, 2002 > RJ's Shampoo Bar > 8oz coconut Oil > 6oz Avocado Oil > 11oz Olive Oil > 2oz Castor Oil > 3.7oz lye > 8oz water > 1 Tbs. Wheat Germ Please excuse my " newness " , but by Coconut oil is Fractionated Coconut Oil meant, or is there another kind? Thanks!! Angel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 13, 2002 Report Share Posted June 13, 2002 Melody: I supposed you could wash your hair with Melt and Pour. Not really sure though. What are you thinking about 'lye' that you don't want to use it? I understand that young children and pets don't mix with lye, but if you use common sense and simple safety measures, lye is no different than any oil or water, or any other additive to soaping. You do have to pay attention, measure correctly, wear goggles and probably gloves (I don't wear my gloves any more, but definitely did the first couple of times I used lye). Heck!! One time I actually picked up the wrong cup and DRANK lye (ok... I didn't drink it - I did have it in my mouth and spit it back out.. I knew IMMEDIATELY what I did!! LOL - and then I rinsed with straight vinegar). Keep a spray bottle of vinegar around while soaping and you have a quick clean up. HTH, Kristal _________________________________________________________________ Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: http://mobile.msn.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 13, 2002 Report Share Posted June 13, 2002 That's the main reason....I just don't want to go to all that trouble. I use M & P and it's so much easier and faster and hassle free! I know the other ways are much more " natural " , but I work full time an hour away from home, and have 2 teenagers, and just don't have the time OR the room for all that! RE: shampoo bars Melody: I supposed you could wash your hair with Melt and Pour. Not really sure though. What are you thinking about 'lye' that you don't want to use it? I understand that young children and pets don't mix with lye, but if you use common sense and simple safety measures, lye is no different than any oil or water, or any other additive to soaping. You do have to pay attention, measure correctly, wear goggles and probably gloves (I don't wear my gloves any more, but definitely did the first couple of times I used lye). Heck!! One time I actually picked up the wrong cup and DRANK lye (ok... I didn't drink it - I did have it in my mouth and spit it back out.. I knew IMMEDIATELY what I did!! LOL - and then I rinsed with straight vinegar). Keep a spray bottle of vinegar around while soaping and you have a quick clean up. HTH, Kristal _________________________________________________________________ Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: http://mobile.msn.com <http://mobile.msn.com> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 13, 2002 Report Share Posted June 13, 2002 Hi Angel: I use 76 degree Coconut oil, not fractionated or virgin. HTH, Kristal ----Original Message Follows---- From: " Angel of Bast " <angelofbast@...> Reply- < > Subject: RE: shampoo bars Date: Thu, 13 Jun 2002 09:58:59 -0500 (CDT) >RJ's Shampoo Bar >8oz coconut Oil >6oz Avocado Oil >11oz Olive Oil >2oz Castor Oil >3.7oz lye >8oz water >1 Tbs. Wheat Germ Please excuse my " newness " , but by Coconut oil is Fractionated Coconut Oil meant, or is there another kind? Thanks!! Angel _________________________________________________________________ Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: http://mobile.msn.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 13, 2002 Report Share Posted June 13, 2002 I make my own soap now but was actually nervous at first to try it from scratch and work with the lye. A Garden Eastward sells a shampoo bar soap base and I used that and added some Monoi De Tahiti to it. Made a wonderful shampoo bar (had to get used to it though because we were so used to the detergents and films covering our hair. This doesn't leave a coating on the hair). Hope this helps, Sherry S couldn't you dabble w/ soap noodles, rebatch, soap bases, etc. " Vogler, Melody H. " <mvogler@...> wrote: Is there any recipe out there that does not call for lye? Sort of like a lotion bar, only shampoo? I really don't want to start working with lye, for a variety of reasons. Thanks!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 13, 2002 Report Share Posted June 13, 2002 > Is there any recipe out there that does not call for lye? Sort of like a > lotion bar, only shampoo? I really don't want to start working with lye, > for a variety of reasons. > > Thanks!!! Melody, try the formulary at http://www.theherbarie.com/, there are some non-soap based shampoo recipes here. Melinda in Houston Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 13, 2002 Report Share Posted June 13, 2002 My thought exactly!! It does take some time to getting used to, but your hair will thank you!! Kristal RE: shampoo bars I make my own soap now but was actually nervous at first to try it from scratch and work with the lye. A Garden Eastward sells a shampoo bar soap base and I used that and added some Monoi De Tahiti to it. Made a wonderful shampoo bar (had to get used to it though because we were so used to the detergents and films covering our hair. This doesn't leave a coating on the hair). Hope this helps, Sherry S couldn't you dabble w/ soap noodles, rebatch, soap bases, etc. " Vogler, Melody H. " <mvogler@...> wrote: Is there any recipe out there that does not call for lye? Sort of like a lotion bar, only shampoo? I really don't want to start working with lye, for a variety of reasons. Thanks!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 14, 2002 Report Share Posted June 14, 2002 I make an after bath spray with Monoi De Tahiti and LOVE LOVE LOVE it! I package it in clear spray bottles, and tint it lavender! RE: shampoo bars I make my own soap now but was actually nervous at first to try it from scratch and work with the lye. A Garden Eastward sells a shampoo bar soap base and I used that and added some Monoi De Tahiti to it. Made a wonderful shampoo bar (had to get used to it though because we were so used to the detergents and films covering our hair. This doesn't leave a coating on the hair). Hope this helps, Sherry S couldn't you dabble w/ soap noodles, rebatch, soap bases, etc. " Vogler, Melody H. " <mvogler@...> wrote: Is there any recipe out there that does not call for lye? Sort of like a lotion bar, only shampoo? I really don't want to start working with lye, for a variety of reasons. Thanks!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 14, 2002 Report Share Posted June 14, 2002 Sherry: Do you use a base for your after bath spray, or make it from scratch??? Holly On Fri, 14 Jun 2002 08:59:28 -0500 " Vogler, Melody H. " <mvogler@...> writes: I make an after bath spray with Monoi De Tahiti and LOVE LOVE LOVE it! I package it in clear spray bottles, and tint it lavender! RE: shampoo bars I make my own soap now but was actually nervous at first to try it from scratch and work with the lye. A Garden Eastward sells a shampoo bar soap base and I used that and added some Monoi De Tahiti to it. Made a wonderful shampoo bar (had to get used to it though because we were so used to the detergents and films covering our hair. This doesn't leave a coating on the hair). Hope this helps, Sherry S couldn't you dabble w/ soap noodles, rebatch, soap bases, etc. " Vogler, Melody H. " <mvogler@...> wrote: Is there any recipe out there that does not call for lye? Sort of like a lotion bar, only shampoo? I really don't want to start working with lye, for a variety of reasons. Thanks!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 14, 2002 Report Share Posted June 14, 2002 That wasn't Sherry, honey, that was me!! I used 3.5 oz. distilled water, 30 drops of Monoi De Tahiti Oil and 25-30 drops of Polysorbate 20. I also added TINY amounts of color, so that it is a beautiful lavender shade. VERY easy to make, and the scent lasts for quite awhile. I use it every morning when I get out of the shower and it makes me feel so girlie!! RE: shampoo bars I make my own soap now but was actually nervous at first to try it from scratch and work with the lye. A Garden Eastward sells a shampoo bar soap base and I used that and added some Monoi De Tahiti to it. Made a wonderful shampoo bar (had to get used to it though because we were so used to the detergents and films covering our hair. This doesn't leave a coating on the hair). Hope this helps, Sherry S couldn't you dabble w/ soap noodles, rebatch, soap bases, etc. " Vogler, Melody H. " <mvogler@...> wrote: Is there any recipe out there that does not call for lye? Sort of like a lotion bar, only shampoo? I really don't want to start working with lye, for a variety of reasons. Thanks!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 14, 2002 Report Share Posted June 14, 2002 That was actually Melody's recipe. So far I've only used it to superfat soap and shampoo bars. The after bath spray sounds divine though doesn't it? Blessings, Sherry Sherry: Do you use a base for your after bath spray, or make it from scratch??? Holly On Fri, 14 Jun 2002 08:59:28 -0500 " Vogler, Melody H. " <mvogler@...> writes: I make an after bath spray with Monoi De Tahiti and LOVE LOVE LOVE it! I package it in clear spray bottles, and tint it lavender! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 14, 2002 Report Share Posted June 14, 2002 Sure does........Wonder if she'll part with it???? Holly On Fri, 14 Jun 2002 11:40:14 -0500 " Sherry Strahsburg " <sherry@...> writes: That was actually Melody's recipe. So far I've only used it to superfat soap and shampoo bars. The after bath spray sounds divine though doesn't it? Blessings, Sherry Sherry: Do you use a base for your after bath spray, or make it from scratch??? Holly On Fri, 14 Jun 2002 08:59:28 -0500 " Vogler, Melody H. " <mvogler@...> writes: I make an after bath spray with Monoi De Tahiti and LOVE LOVE LOVE it! I package it in clear spray bottles, and tint it lavender! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 15, 2002 Report Share Posted June 15, 2002 Sure will, sweetie!! The recipe is SOOO simple. Just mix 3.5 oz. of distilled water with 30 drops of whatever EO or FO you wish to use and 30 drops of Polysorbate 20, which will keep the oil and water mixed. I bottle it in clear bottles, and mix a little bit of color to make it pretty. This spray is so light, but the fragrance lasts a long time. It's great for summer! Re: shampoo bars Sure does........Wonder if she'll part with it???? Holly On Fri, 14 Jun 2002 11:40:14 -0500 " Sherry Strahsburg " <sherry@...> writes: That was actually Melody's recipe. So far I've only used it to superfat soap and shampoo bars. The after bath spray sounds divine though doesn't it? Blessings, Sherry Sherry: Do you use a base for your after bath spray, or make it from scratch??? Holly On Fri, 14 Jun 2002 08:59:28 -0500 " Vogler, Melody H. " <mvogler@...> writes: I make an after bath spray with Monoi De Tahiti and LOVE LOVE LOVE it! I package it in clear spray bottles, and tint it lavender! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 15, 2002 Report Share Posted June 15, 2002 Thanks Hon. Could I ask two more dumb questions?? Where can I get polysorbate? and, do you know anything that will keep glycerin and oil mixed.??? Want to make some lip gloss, and add some fine glitter to it. The glycerin and oil won't mix, and of course, the glitter wanders and separates. Sure would appreciate any ideas you might have, Holly On Sat, 15 Jun 2002 10:01:07 -0500 " Vogler, Melody H. " <mvogler@...> writes: Sure will, sweetie!! The recipe is SOOO simple. Just mix 3.5 oz. of distilled water with 30 drops of whatever EO or FO you wish to use and 30 drops of Polysorbate 20, which will keep the oil and water mixed. I bottle it in clear bottles, and mix a little bit of color to make it pretty. This spray is so light, but the fragrance lasts a long time. It's great for summer! Re: shampoo bars Sure does........Wonder if she'll part with it???? Holly On Fri, 14 Jun 2002 11:40:14 -0500 " Sherry Strahsburg " <sherry@...> writes: That was actually Melody's recipe. So far I've only used it to superfat soap and shampoo bars. The after bath spray sounds divine though doesn't it? Blessings, Sherry Sherry: Do you use a base for your after bath spray, or make it from scratch??? Holly On Fri, 14 Jun 2002 08:59:28 -0500 " Vogler, Melody H. " <mvogler@...> writes: I make an after bath spray with Monoi De Tahiti and LOVE LOVE LOVE it! I package it in clear spray bottles, and tint it lavender! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2002 Report Share Posted June 16, 2002 Vogler, Melody H. was overheard saying: > Sure will, sweetie!! The recipe is SOOO simple. Just mix 3.5 oz. of > distilled water with 30 drops of whatever EO or FO you wish to use and > 30 drops of Polysorbate 20, which will keep the oil and water mixed. Now where would one find Polysorbate 20? Like at Walmart or...? Angel (curious as ever!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2002 Report Share Posted June 16, 2002 In a message dated 6/16/02 10:21:51 AM Central Daylight Time, azoapa@... writes: > What is Angies site? Pamela > <A HREF= " http://www.theherbarie.com/ " >The Herbarie - Natural Body Care Products from The Herbarie - Herbary</A> Kay and Stoli Please visit our Soap for Hope site Selling soap for weimaraner rescue <A HREF= " http://www.weim.net/stoli/ " >Soap for hope</A> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2002 Report Share Posted June 16, 2002 <A HREF= " http://www.herbalsoapsbyrj.com/ " >Herbal Soaps by RJ - Supplies to Make your own bath products!</A> You can get Polysorbate 20 here at RJ's site. She is a kick: ) Likes to send little sample and candy in your packages too lol:))) I highly recommend this wonderful lady! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2002 Report Share Posted June 16, 2002 I'm reading this post from the middle but I'm loving the bath spray. What color do you use, liquid? Oh and BTW where do you buy it from. I'm looking for a supplier by referal. Thanks Pamela " Vogler, Melody H. " <mvogler@...> wrote: Sure will, sweetie!! The recipe is SOOO simple. Just mix 3.5 oz. of distilled water with 30 drops of whatever EO or FO you wish to use and 30 drops of Polysorbate 20, which will keep the oil and water mixed. I bottle it in clear bottles, and mix a little bit of color to make it pretty. This spray is so light, but the fragrance lasts a long time. It's great for summer! Re: shampoo bars Sure does........Wonder if she'll part with it???? Holly On Fri, 14 Jun 2002 11:40:14 -0500 " Sherry Strahsburg " writes: That was actually Melody's recipe. So far I've only used it to superfat soap and shampoo bars. The after bath spray sounds divine though doesn't it? Blessings, Sherry Sherry: Do you use a base for your after bath spray, or make it from scratch??? Holly On Fri, 14 Jun 2002 08:59:28 -0500 " Vogler, Melody H. " writes: I make an after bath spray with Monoi De Tahiti and LOVE LOVE LOVE it! I package it in clear spray bottles, and tint it lavender! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2002 Report Share Posted June 16, 2002 How long does it last? I would love to make body spray. " Vogler, Melody H. " <mvogler@...> wrote: I make an after bath spray with Monoi De Tahiti and LOVE LOVE LOVE it! I package it in clear spray bottles, and tint it lavender! RE: shampoo bars I make my own soap now but was actually nervous at first to try it from scratch and work with the lye. A Garden Eastward sells a shampoo bar soap base and I used that and added some Monoi De Tahiti to it. Made a wonderful shampoo bar (had to get used to it though because we were so used to the detergents and films covering our hair. This doesn't leave a coating on the hair). Hope this helps, Sherry S couldn't you dabble w/ soap noodles, rebatch, soap bases, etc. " Vogler, Melody H. " wrote: Is there any recipe out there that does not call for lye? Sort of like a lotion bar, only shampoo? I really don't want to start working with lye, for a variety of reasons. Thanks!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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