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ALOE OIL is a liposoluble (oil) extract of Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis-Miller variety) suitable for use in a variety of cosmetic, toiletry and OTC pharmaceutical applications. It exhibits good emolliency and substantivity to skin and hair, and is an excellent moisturizing agent. May be used in creams, lotions, balms, and lipsticks, bar soaps or any anhydrous formulation where the legendary healing benefits of Aloe Vera are desired.
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APRICOT KERNEL OIL is obtained from the dried kernels of the apricot tree. The oil is obtained by removing the pit from the apricot and cracking the shell of the pit in order to access the kernel covered by the shell. The oil is then pressed from the kernel. It is a very healthy oil because it is high in monounsaturated fat and contains no trans-fatty acids. . It is also popular as a body oil and is commonly used for cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
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CANOLA OIL.... has some great moisturizing properties and can be used to replace olive oil. Note that the canola oil is not as saturated as a lot of oils so it will be slower to saponify but can be used with other base oils in a 50% ratio to speed saponification.
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CASTOR OIL has long been used in toiletries and soaps because it is a natural humectent ( having properties that attract moisture). Many soapers use Castor Oil as a superfatter in soapmaking recipes.
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COCONUT OIL 76 (cocos nucifera) is definitely a staple in any soapmaker's list of supplies. This oil contains no preservatives or coloring agents , it's totally natural and makes a very high grade of soap. It has good lathering and moisturizing properties and combines easily with other oils. Derived from dried coconut meat, it is most likely the most used oil in the soapmaking process. However, please note although coconut oil is widely known for its moisturizing , using too much in any recipe can actually be drying.
Please note listmember discounts will be reflected on the invoice.
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LIQUID SHEA OIL is a liquid form of shea butter with the stearic acid removed. This wonderul oil is a great addition to any lotion, body mist, etc. A great way to incorporate the benefits of shea butter but in liquid form.
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PALM OIL (Elaeis guineensis) Palm Oil is the other staple in the soapmaker's cupboard because it makes a harder bar of soap with great lathering properties. Being very readily biodegradable it has become increasingly popular . This oil is produced from the pulp of the palm tree and is yellowish white in color and very rich in Vitamin E as well as beta carotene (Vitamin A). Palm oil speeds up the soapmaking process as it is less water soluble and enhances saponification when used with coconut and other soapmaking oils. Sap value 199
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PALM KERNEL FLAKES....this prouduct being used in soapmaking has become very popular not only because of the convenience of flakes in lieu of oil, but they produce a nice hard bar of soap with great lather ( even in our hard Florida water). But please do not confuse these with palm oil; it is not the same thing. Palm kernel flakes can also be used as a substitute for coconut oil.
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RICE BRAN OIL.......used in lieu of olive oil in soapmaking because it's lower in price and has a silky feel to the lather of the soaop. It's light so can be used in lotions, creams and massage oils.
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