Goat Milk Soapmaking - Paperback

by Amanda Gail Aaron (Author)

Soapmaking is a wonderful hobby that combines both science and art. No matter your reason for jumping into the craft of soapmaking, one thing is for certain...your skin will thank you!What we put ON our bodies is just as important as what we put IN our bodies. When you make your own soap, you can control what you put on your body by choosing skin loving oils and butters such as olive oil and shea butter, beneficial additives such as herbs and clays and natural essential oils such as lavender and tea tree that you can mix and combine to create powerful aromas.Many people with skin conditions, such as eczema, or other sensitivities do well when using gently formulated handmade soap. Many soap makers begin their soapmaking journey to help relieve their skin condition or a family member's skin condition.After reading this book you'll be able to make decadent goat milk soap for your family and friends.Goat Milk Soapmaking includes:

• Full color, step-by-step Instructions for making soap using any type of milk. Goat milk is the most popular but you can use these directions for making camel milk soap, cow milk soap or even a vegan milk soap such as almond milk soap.
• Helpful charts explaining oil properties/fatty acid profiles and additives.
• Essential oil blends to get you started with choosing how to scent your goat milk soap.
• 24 natural goat milk soap recipes with essential oil blends for scent and natural colorants and additives to make each unique.
• Helpful resources including common soapmaking terms, abbreviations and a supplier list.

Author Biography

Amanda Aaron is a soapmaker, author and blogger. She began her soap career in 2008 and quickly fell in love with educating others about the craft. She has published several soapmaking books and courses on the topic. She teaches soapmaking all over the world with her husband through their non-profit, Lovin Soap Project. Visit her blog at LovinSoap.com.