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My assignment this month is to write about fresh food in soap. Of course, all soap is made from food, since the oils and fats we use are potentially food, and may even be food grade. Other foods used to make soap include milk, sugar, honey, corn syrup, maple syrup, beer, wine, and more potent alcoholic beverages, as well as spices, extracts, essential oils, oatmeal, nuts, bacon, orange peel, and dried or candied fruit, but these are not on the menu this month. No, for the purposes of this article, fresh food means uncooked fruits and vegetables.

This video showcases Crafter's Choice Puzzle Piece Silicone Soap Mold. The molded soap can be used as small guest bars or can be embedded in a larger bar. We love using this mold in April for National Autism Awareness Month!

The Fair Packaging and Labeling Act (FPLA or Act), enacted in 1967, directs the Federal Trade Commission and the Food and Drug Administration to issue regulations requiring that all "consumer commodities" be labeled to disclose net contents, identity of commodity, and name and place of business of the product's manufacturer, packer, or distributor. The Act authorizes additional regulations where necessary to prevent consumer deception (or to facilitate value comparisons) with respect to descriptions of ingredients, slack fill of packages, use of "cents-off" or lower price labeling, or characterization of package sizes. The Office of Weights and Measures of the National Institute of Standards and Technology, U.S. Department of Commerce, is authorized to promote to the greatest practicable extent uniformity in State and Federal regulation of the labeling of consumer commodities.

Create this after bath oil to feel relaxed after bathing. The Aromatherapy Sweet Dreams After Bath Oil features a blend of four essential oils that have been selected for their soothing aroma and calming properties.

Are you in search of happiness? Many are. Let me save you some time. The truth is that happiness is right at your fingertips: no search required.

It's April and that means that spring cleaning is in full swing! Did you know that Wholesale Supplies Plus carried Crafter's Choice Sodium Borate and Sodium Carbonate? Did you know that you can use those and other ingredients to create everything from toilet cleaning tablets to dishwashing tablets? Join us as we talk all about the homemade cleaning product trend and learn how you can make your own!

 Before you make your first sale, make sure that your products are properly labeled!  Both the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic (FD&C) Act and the Fair Packaging and Labeling (FP&L) Act are the authorities for these regulations and laws.

Whether you're a seasoned soap maker or just starting out, the longevity of your bar soap is crucial. No one likes a soft, mushy soap that dissolves too quickly. In this guide, we'll explore nine effective methods to ensure your soap remains firm and lasts longer. From choosing the right oils to adding specific ingredients and adjusting curing times, these tips will help you craft a hard bar of soap that stands the test of time.

SOAP MAKING TECHNIQUESCP: Cold Process - Involves stick blending lye, water, oils and butters to make soap from scratch. Has a 4-6 week cure time.CPOP: Cold Process Oven Process - Involves stick blending lye, water, oils and butters to make soap from scratch, and then is placed in a warmed oven to gel the soap. Thought to have a shorter cure time.MP: Melt & Pour - Involves melting a soap base in a microwave or double boiler and molding it into simple or elaborate designs. Soap is ready to use once hard.HP: Hot Process - Involves stick blending lye, water, oils and butters to make soap from scratch, and then it is heated in a slow cooker. The heat speeds up the saponification process, and soap is ready in a few days.

In the last installment of this column, I pointed out that there is no one, true, definitive water concentration for making soap. We are free to make up lye solutions anywhere between about 50% and 25% sodium hydroxide. That's not to say, however, that the water concentration is not important. You get to choose how much water to use, but your choice has important implications for the behavior of the soap.

What a creative mind you have! Most see creativity as a blessing--and it is. What non-creatives don’t know is that your mind is always spinning: seeking new opportunities, hunting for novel ideas, problem-solving, and let’s not forget the concerns and worries that are present all too often.

Public Relations consists of current, consistent, and accurate communications to your target customers and beyond. The goal is to create and convey a message that convinces your audience to trust you and ultimately buy your products.