Staff Answer You could, but it defeats the purpose of the "scrubbie" part. You can swap it for almost any gentle exfoliant such as apricot seed powder.

Staff Answer You could use the Preservative-Phenoxyethanol + CG in this recipe. The Phenonip was added at 1% so the same amount can be used for the Phenoxy + CG.

Staff Answer This is something you will need to test. We found this to be the best combination of ingredients so the bar is not too hard but soft enough to use in the shower. If you have Vol. 71 of our Handmade Magazine, you will find an article (pg.54) written by Susan Barclay Nichols showing different options in making this bar. If you do not have a copy, you can go to our magazine library to access Vol. 72 which is the August 2018 issue.

Staff Answer If you leave out the preservative we recommend adding Vitamin E as an anti-oxidant to extend the shelf life of the product.

Staff Answer This is something you will need to test. We found this to be the best combination of ingredients so the bar is not too hard but soft enough to use in the shower. If you have Vol. 71 of our Handmade Magazine, you will find an article (pg.54) written by Susan Barclay Nichols showing different options in making this bar. If you do not have a copy, you can go to our magazine library to access Vol. 71 which is the August 2018 issue.

Staff Answer It would make a harder bar but then it would not melt in the shower like it is meant to.

Staff Answer At the 108° temp, you would then mix in the walnut powder. Pour into the mold and immediately place in the refrigerator or freezer. If this did not work for you, then try pouring at a cooler temp. You can also try slightly adding more e-wax, but this can make the bar harder to melt in the shower.

Staff Answer Be sure your measurements are accurate and also that you placed in refrigerator to harden. If you live in a warm, humid climate, this may be why the bars are soft.