Glycerin for Soap

Glycerin for Soap is consider fairly easy to make. Glycerin for Soap is in its pure form is used in many applications such as a sweetener, solvent, antifreeze agent, moisturizing agent, emulsifier, stabilizer and many other uses. 

Finding the ideal recipe can be a tricky since its end properties largely depend on the lye to glycerin ratio. 

Here is an example of one formulation:

1) Add 20% Vegetable Glycerin with 80% Distilled Water

2) Mix the heated solution for 10 to 15 minutes with constant temperature. The trick is keep the temperature low and constant. (A beaded, mushy look will result if the heat is a too much.)

3) Always add the lye to water. (Adding water to lye may cause a dangerous chemical reaction.)

4) Add in fragrances and colors, stir

5) Pour into molds and cool. Plastic containers are the best choice

6) Leave the container partially open to allow the solution to breathe

7) Store for 4 - 7 days.

8) Ready to use