INCI name: Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Almond) Oil
This is cosmetic grade, not food grade Almond Oil. NOT for use in lip balms.

NaOH SAP value: .137

INCI name: Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil

NaOH SAP value: .137

INCI Name: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Also known as aloe vera juice and aloe vera extract, liquid aloe has the appearance and viscosity of spring water. This is 100% distilled aloe. It requires no refrigeration or special handling and contains no preservatives or additives.

INCI name: Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
This is cosmetic grade (not food grade) Apricot Kernel Oil.
Similar to Sweet Almond oil, Apricot Kernel oil is rich in oleic and linoleic acids. Easily absorbed into the skin. Works well for massage oils, creams and lotions.

NaOH SAP value: .135

INCI name: Beeswax
White beeswax in convenient pastilles (small pellets). Great for lotion bars, lip balms, or candles. Also can be added to soaps or used in lotions.

Some interesting info on using beeswax as an emulsifier here.

INCI name: Beeswax
Yellow beeswax in convenient pastilles (small pellets). Great for lotion bars, lip balms, or candles. Also can be added to soaps or used in lotions.

This is sourced from different places, so the yellow color can vary from one batch to the next, from dim to bright yellow.

INCI name: Borax
Also known as Sodium Borate, borax is a compound often used for the making of homemade detergent. Borax can also be used in conjunction with beeswax to emulsify lotion products.

There are some free detergent recipes here.
Recipe and usage tips for a beeswax/borax lotion here.

INCI name: Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil

NaOH SAP value: .128

INCI name: Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
Sulfated (Turkey Red) Castor Oil is the only oil that will completely disperse in water. It is a surfactant and therefore makes a wonderful base for a bath oil as it mixes well with water, producing a milk bath.

It is created by adding sulfuric acid to castor oil, and is considered the first synthetic detergent. Turkey Red Oil has a distinct and heavy scent.

INCI name: Citric Acid
A necessary ingredient for bath bombs, citric acid is a colorless, crystalline organic compound belonging to the family of carboxylic acids, present in practically all plants and in many animal tissues and fluids.

INCI name: Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter
Deodorized cocoa butter is not completely odorless - but has much less chocolate smell than regular cocoa butter.

NaOH SAP value: .137

INCI name: Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter
Fresh, 100% pure, food grade (non-deodorized). The chocolate smell is strong but diminishes greatly in cold process or hot process soap. It is a great way to achieve a harder, longer lasting bar.

NaOH SAP value: .137

INCI name: Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
76 degree white coconut oil (not fractionated). A standard in the soapmaking industry, coconut oil creates a durable hard bar of soap.

This comes in a jug, so if it the temperature is under 76 when you receive it, you will have to melt it in the bottle in order to pour it. This can be done by just leaving the bottle in a warm spot such as near a heating vent, or sunny window. Another option is to fill a sink or large pot with hot water and place the bottle in the water.

NaOH SAP value: .178

INCI name: Sea Salt
Actually from the Dead Sea -- imported from Israel.
Dead Sea salts have been known for healing properties since ancient times, due to their lower content of sodium chloride, and higher content of potassium, calcium, and magnesium chlorides.

This is coarse-grained Dead Sea salt - particles are about 1/8 inch across, about the size of rock salt used for walks and driveways.

INCI name: Emulsifying Wax NF
Emulsifying wax for use in creams and lotions. This now comes in the form of small flakes which melt at 125 degrees F.

INCI Name: Propylene Glycol, Diazolidinyl Urea, Methylparaben, Propylparaben
Germaben II is a convenient, ready to-use complete antimicrobial preservative system with a broad spectrum of activity. It is a clear viscous liquid with a characteristic mild odor.

It is readily soluble at a level of 1.0% in both aqueous solutions and oil/water emulsions. Germaben II can be used without additional co-preservatives and is compatible with essentially all cosmetic ingredients, including surfactants and proteins.

Germaben II is recommended to be used at a level of up to 1.0%. This level provides to the product: 0.30% Germall II, 0.11% methylparaben, 0.03% propylparaben and 0.56% propylene glycol. Shampoos and liquid soaps generally require less than 1.0% Germaben II. Although Germaben II provides excellent antimicrobial preservation, every developed or modified product should be challenge tested to assure preservative efficacy.

INCI name: Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil

NaOH SAP value: .133

INCI name: Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil
This is refined expeller pressed hempseed oil. It is a light, clear, golden liquid at room temperature.

NaOH SAP value: .137

INCI name: Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Golden, pure, unrefined Jojoba Oil. Please allow extra shipping time for this item; we don't normally keep in stock.

NaOH SAP value: .068

INCI Name: Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter
White in color and odorless. Quite similar to refined shea butter in properties and benefits.

NaOH SAP value: .135

INCI name: Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil
This is Grade A (aka Refined) Olive Oil, an excellent grade for soap and for lotions. It lacks the green sediment often found in Pomace grade olive oil. It also costs less than Extra Virgin Olive Oil (save that for your cooking).

NaOH SAP value: .135

INCI Name: Phenoxyethanol (and) Caprylyl Glycol
Optiphen is a patent-pending liquid, preservative system which consists of Phenoxyethanol in an emollient base of Caprylyl Glycol. The combination of these ingredients provides optimized protection against microbial growth while imparting exceptional feel to the finished product. This paraben-free, formaldeghyde-donor free preservative system can be used alone and functions synergistically with other preservatives.
Recommended use levels: 0.5 - 1.5%
Solubility: water
Max temperature for use: 140° F

More information in pdf format: click here

INCI name: Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil
Hard white palm kernel oil in easy-to-manage flakes.


NaOH SAP value: .178

INCI name: Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil
Certified by Quality Assurance International, this is organic and sustainably produced palm oil. Sustainable palm oil was created to address the deforestation and loss of orangutan habitat issues of regular palm oil. This palm oil is quite similar to our regular palm oil except it is slightly darker and seems to have a slightly lower melting point. Similar in color and texture to coconut oil, palm oil used in cold or hot process soap creates a durable hard bar.

It can separate when melted, so you should melt your whole container and stir well before measuring out what you need. The 7lb or 2qt jug can be melted in a warm spot such as near a heating vent or a sunny window, or fill your sink or a large pot with hot water and immerse it.

NaOH SAP value: .144

INCI name: Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil
This is refined and deodorized Palm Oil. Similar in color and texture to coconut oil, palm oil used in cold or hot process soap creates a durable hard bar.

It can separate when melted, so you should melt your whole container and stir well before measuring out what you need. The 7lb or 2qt jug can be melted in a warm spot such as near a heating vent or a sunny window, or fill your sink or a large pot with hot water and immerse it.

NaOH SAP value: .144

Red Crown Potassium Hydroxide (KOH), AKA "potash lye", in flakes. Used to make liquid soap products.
For pick-up only; we cannot ship! However, the 40 lb size can be shipped directly from our supplier.

INCI Name: Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Fruit
Also known as Karite Butter. The unrefined but very smooth product is light beige in color with some smoky odor, but retains all of its skin-soothing properties.


NaOH SAP value: .128

INCI Name: Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Fruit
Also known as Karite Butter. The refined product is creamy white in color with no smoky odor.

NaOH SAP value: .131

Red Crown Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) or Lye, in granules.
For pick-up only; we cannot ship! However, the 40 lb size can be shipped directly from our supplier.

INCI name: Stearic Acid
This is vegetable-based stearic acid. It is a fatty acid (found naturally in cocoa butter, shea butter, and tallow), that can be used as a hardener in soaps, as an emulsifier in cosmetic creams, or as a surfactant in liquid soap products.

INCI name: Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
High oleic sunflower oil (monounsaturated levels >= 80%).

NaOH SAP value: .136

INCI name: glycerin
Note: this is NOT glycerin soap (aka melt & pour soap). This is actual liquid glycerin, a by-product of soapmaking. It is a clear, very thick, hygroscopic (meaning it attracts water) liquid with a characteristic sweet taste (though ours is not to be considered food grade).

For more information, see Wikipedia article.

INCI Name: Tocopherol
Natural Vitamin E (derived from vegetable oils) in liquid form, ideal for adding to lotions, creams, liquid soaps, etc. It has many reputed antioxidant and anti-aging properties.

by Ann Bramson
softcover, 119 pp.

How to make beautiful gift soaps at home with instructions for coloring, scenting, molding, and carving. This quaint book contains the basics for home soapmaking, and includes a central chapter on the history of soap in America, with many illustrations.