24/12/2024
OrgaCraft Homemade Lemon Soap Recipe
Ingredients:
1 - 500 ml of water
2 - 500 g of sugar
3 - 70 ml of lemon juice
4 - 500 ml of alcohol (preferably isopropyl alcohol or rubbing alcohol)
5 - 2 bars (200g each) of lemon glycerin soap
Preparation Steps:
1. Grate the Lemon Soap Bars:
- Start by grating the two 200g bars of lemon glycerin soap into small pieces. This will help the soap melt faster.
- You can use a box grater or a food processor to grate the soap.
2. Melt the Soap:
- Place the grated soap in a frying pan or non-stick pan.
- Heat the pan over low heat, stirring occasionally to ensure the soap melts evenly and doesn't burn.
- Once the soap is fully melted, you should have a smooth liquid soap base.
3. Add Water, Lemon Juice, and Sugar:
- Add 500 ml of water to the melted soap mixture.
- Stir in 70 ml of lemon juice. This will add a fresh citrus scent and help cleanse.
- Then add 500 g of sugar. The sugar acts as a natural preservative and adds texture to the soap.
- Stir the mixture well to make sure all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
4. Simmer the Mixture:
- Keep the mixture on low heat and let it simmer for about 2 minutes. This will help dissolve the sugar and blend the ingredients together.
- Stir occasionally to prevent burning and ensure an even consistency.
5. Remove from Heat and Add Alcohol:
- After 2 minutes, remove the pan from the heat and let it cool slightly.
- Slowly pour in the 500 ml of alcohol (isopropyl alcohol or rubbing alcohol).
- Stir carefully to mix the alcohol evenly into the soap mixture. Be gentle to avoid bubbles or foam.
6. Transfer to Containers:
- Pour the liquid soap mixture into plastic jars or containers. Make sure the containers are clean and dry before use.
- You can use small jars or larger bottles depending on your preference.
7. Let the Soap Set:
- Leave the soap to dry and set for about 6 hours at room temperature. The soap will solidify as it cools and hardens.
- After 6 hours, the soap should be ready to use. If you want it firmer, you can let it sit for a longer time.
Usage:
- Once the soap has set and hardened, it's ready to use. You can cut it into bars or simply use it directly from the jar.
- This homemade lemon soap is great for cleansing the skin, moisturising, and enjoying the refreshing scent of lemon.
Notes:
- Alcohol helps to preserve the soap and acts as an antiseptic.
- Lemon juice gives the soap a refreshing citrus fragrance and may have natural antibacterial properties.
- Sugar adds texture and helps with the consistency of the soap.
- Glycerin soap bars are used as the base for this recipe, and they are gentle on the skin.
This recipe is quite simple and can be a great way to make homemade soap that is both practical and refreshing, especially in times when it's hard to purchase commercial soap. Enjoy making your own soap and stay safe!