French Lavender CP Soap for Beginners Recipe

Prepare the lye solution by weighing the water and lye in two separate containers. Pour the lye into the water, carefully mix in a well-ventilated area and set aside to cool while you prepare your oils.

Measure the oils and butters in microwave-safe measuring cup and melt in the microwave. Set aside.

In plastic beaker measure out essential oil and set aside.

When both the lye mixture and the oils are 120° F or below, pour the lye mixture into the oils.

Stick blend until you reach a light trace. Add the essential oil and mix by hand or with a few short bursts of the stick blender.

Pour the soap batter into the mold and tap the mold on the counter to release any air bubbles. Texture top as desired and sprinkle top with lavender buds.

Allow to set at least 24 hours or longer until soap is firm enough to unmold. Remove soap from mold and slice into bars.

Let soap cure 4-6 weeks. Package and label accordingly.