Guest guest Posted September 8, 2004 Report Share Posted September 8, 2004 I have to agree, 1 tablespoon of Tea Tree per cup of base is more than what is needed and could case sensitivities. Cutting this amount way back will make a better soap that will be much safer to use. In my opinion. The rule one mentioned is incorrect. The actual rule I believe you're thinking about is...One ounce per pound of melt and pour base. That includes pumice, herbs, oatmeal and such. Essential oils are not included in this rule. Essentials have rules of their own, depending mainly on which one is being used. They are not all used at the same rate. I would contact my supplier or do more research before just guessing the amounts on essential oils. Our customers will appreciate us for it and we won't have too much to worry about when it comes to their safety or our liability. Blessings, Pam E. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 8, 2004 Report Share Posted September 8, 2004 I'm sorry, I didn't mean for my post to sound rude. I wasn't insinuating anyone was guessing the amounts, just want to stress that we all do serious research on what goes into our bath products. I've put in a lot of that kind of time and still know very little, but know enough to fear over use of essential oils. We all want our customers to be safe so they'll come back to us with great trust, without fear we will cause damage. Again, I'm truly sorry if I came across stronger than was meant. I have read places that state Tea Tree to be safe to use straight and I may use it on myself that way. But my fear of causing harm to others keeps me in direct line with the manufacturer's recommendations when I offer it up for my customers. Pam >red faced with embarrassment for coming on too strong earlier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 8, 2004 Report Share Posted September 8, 2004 I must disagree.......1 ounce equals 2 Tbls per pound and that is too much by most rules listed at soap sites. Ex: emollient additives: you can add all sorts of things: olive oil, jojoba oil, shea butter, cocoa butter, vitamin e, etc. how much depends on what you are adding. generally, it's recommend you experiment with about 1 tsp. to 1 tbs. per pound of soap. too much can result in soap that's soft and causes lots of oily residue in the tub. Maggie Creative clutter is better than idle neatness. http:/thecraftypeanut.com Re: Re: First Aid Soap?? > > I have to agree, 1 tablespoon of Tea Tree per cup of base is more than what > is needed and could case sensitivities. Cutting this amount way back will > make a better soap that will be much safer to use. In my opinion. > > The rule one mentioned is incorrect. > The actual rule I believe you're thinking about is...One ounce per pound of > melt and pour base. That includes pumice, herbs, oatmeal and such. Essential > oils are not included in this rule. Essentials have rules of their own, > depending mainly on which one is being used. They are not all used at the > same rate. > I would contact my supplier or do more research before just guessing the > amounts on essential oils. Our customers will appreciate us for it and we > won't have too much to worry about when it comes to their safety or our > liability. > Blessings, > Pam E. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 8, 2004 Report Share Posted September 8, 2004 Maggie I read the site you offered, but I think she is talking about adding extra oils and butters when she says 1 Tablespoons per pound. I agree, much more than that in oils could very easily cause slight problems for the base. I was speaking of oatmeal, or dry ingredients, not oils, if that matters. The point I was trying to make was on the essential oils and their use. They are not to be included in the " per pound " rule. Or used as tablespoons per pound of base. It is best if EOs be weighed and used at the manufacturer's recommended rate. I use more than a tablespoon of most dry ingredients per pound of base and certainly do not have a problem. I think we often times experiment and find what works best for us. The quality of the base does play a big part in this I believe, as well as technique. It is ok if you disagree. That is your right. That is why soap making is such a neat hobby, everyone is different in beliefs and style, so will be the outcome of our soap. Have a great day! Pam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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