Scented Essentials: Lavender Soap

In response to my grandmother’s gentle nudgings, I began experimenting with French and Spanish lavender oils. Lavender oil creates a soap that is ­stimulating and astringent. I often recommend it to people with acne or oily skin.

•  12 ounces lye
•  32 ounces water
•  24 ounces coconut oil
•  38 ounces vegetable shortening
•  24 ounces olive oil
•  4 ounces lavender oil

Click here to learn how to make soap.

For the main article, Scented Essentials,click here.

  • Published on Oct 15, 2008
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