How to Make Coconut Oil Soap

So with all my coconut oil concoctions, I thought it was time to make soap!

I found several very simple recipes, and I went with this:

33 organic unrefined coconut oil (I use Carrington Farms)
4.83 ounces lye (NaOH)
12.54 oz water

I also used a boys shoe box (size 12) lined with parchment paper for my mold.

Please note, if you aren't exact on your measurements, you won't be pleased with your results.

I don't have step by step pictures because we just moved, so my kitchen is still pretty disorganized. I'll definitely make this batch again with a scent added, and have more pictures that time around.

So what did I do?

First I turned my 8 quart crock pot on low. I had a bottle of vinegar open and ready in case of any spills.

Then I measured out all my ingredients.

I opened my windows, and while wearing gloves, glasses, and a mask (to not breathe in fumes), I poured (slowly) the water into the lye. I gave it a few stirs with a wooden spoon, and let it sit (make sure it's not cloudy when you're ready to use it).

Then I put my coconut oil in a frying pan and warmed it on low until it reached 120 degrees Fahrenheit. It's very close to this temperature once all the oil has melted down.

I poured the coconut oil into my already warm crock pot. I gave it a little stir, and slowly added the lye (no splashing). I stirred it until it reached the consistency of thin pudding. This requires a lot of mixing if you don't have an immersion blender. A lot.

Then I let it sit with the lid on stirring occasionally until it sort of looked like petroleum jelly. This takes 45-90 minutes, depending on your crock pot.

A tip I learned to verify if it's ready is to dip your finger in, and rub a bit together. It should be waxy. Then (assuming you don't have pH strips), touch it to your tongue. If you get a zing like you licked a battery, stir it some more. If no zing, you're done.

Make sure your mold is on a flat surface, and start scooping. Let it cool and harden, then cut your bars and let them sit for 2-3 weeks to cure.

Lather, and love!

Carrington farms

Another Coconut Oil Use

Here's a short entry, but I wanted to share all the same.

My ears are gauged to a 9/16". For all of us with body mods, funk can be an issue.

However, knowing that coconut oil is a lubricant and an antibacterial, I realized I could use coconut oil to clean my ears and plugs. Guess what? No stinky funk!

Try for yourself and let me know how it works for you!

The Happy DIY Home Lady

Carrington farms

DIY Coconut Oil Scrub - Simple, Easy, Effective!

Hello!


I'm starting this DIY blog off with the wonders of coconut oil! First, let's talk about what coconut oil can do for your SKIN.

It has many many uses, but let's start with skin.


Here is what I have found coconut oil to be good for:

A skin moisturizer

Antibacterial

Pore Cleanser

Gentle Eye Makeup Remover

Natural Sunscreen (SPF4)

Skin Soother


I have recently started using coconut oil every day on my face and body. Boy, do I love it! My skin looks great, and always feels fantastic. :) My pores are getting smaller, and the dark circles are almost gone!


But one thing sticks out in my mind : I was taught that we need to exfoliate. Well, I don't want to buy a store bought exfoliator after having such great luck with all natural coconut oil. So. I. Made. My. Own.


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I simply purchased some "jars" with a screw on lid. I opted for plastic because it saves on weight when shipping to friends and family, and less worries about it breaking in transit.

I added a few spoonfuls of coconut oil, and then added baking soda until I reached what I felt was the right consistency. That's really it. I keep it in the container in the bathroom, and slather my face and body with it at least once a week.

If you'd like to add a delicious smell, I recommend adding rose oil, as that is excellent for the skin, as well. I would stay away from the synthetics, though. You can purchase a wonderful rose oil Here.

Scroll down until you see the rose oil. You can really add any essential oil you choose, as long as you do some research that it's beneficial for your skin.

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Thanks for reading! If you've tried your own coconut oil scrub, I would LOVE to hear from you!


The Happy DIY Home Lady

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