Learn Soap Making at Home — Cold Process, Melt & Pour, Natural Formulas
Structured courses from beginner to advanced. Master safe lye handling, botanical colorants, essential oils, and stable formulations with step‑by‑step guidance.
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Why our soap making courses work
We combine science‑first formulation with practical studio workflows: accurate lye calculations, trace control, gel phase management, curing conditions, and stability testing. Learn to design bars with predictable hardness, cleansing, conditioning, and longevity.
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Cold Process essentials
SAP values, water discounting, trace control, insulation vs refrigeration, gel phase.
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Melt & Pour artistry
Embedding, layering, transparency control, sweating prevention, fragrance dosing.
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Natural colorants & scent
Clays, botanicals, oxides, EO safety, IFRA guidelines, discoloration management.
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Safety & compliance
PPE, lye handling, labeling basics, batch records, Good Manufacturing Practice.
Course catalog
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Foundations: Beginner
Cold Process basics, safety, first bars, simple swirls, cure and storage.
- Duration: 3 weeks
- Format: Video lessons + worksheets
- Includes starter formulas
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Design: Melt & Pour
Embedding, layering, transparency, color control, sweat prevention.
- Duration: 2 weeks
- Format: Project‑based
- Includes 7 signature looks
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Formulation: Advanced
Profile‑driven design, additives, chelators, testing and documentation.
- Duration: 4 weeks
- Format: Labs + reports
- Includes calculation templates
All courses include lifetime updates, community Q&A, and printable checklists.
Curriculum highlights
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Safety & math
PPE, ventilation, lye ratios, SAP charts, superfat and water discounts.
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Design systems
Swirls, layers, embeds, piping, trace timing, temperature control.
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Stability & QA
Glycerin rivers, DOS prevention, pH, hardness, conditioning, longevity.
Frequently asked questions
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You can start with kitchen‑safe gear: stainless pot, stick blender, thermometer, digital scale, silicone mold, goggles and gloves. We share a checklist and budget options.
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Yes—with proper PPE and workflow. We teach safe mixing order, ventilation, spill handling, and storage, so you can work confidently and responsibly.
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Most learners study 3–5 hours per week. Our planner helps you map sessions around your schedule and desired pace.
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