Making the Soap
3 watermelon wedges will be made in this soap tutorial. If you want to make more, adjust the amount of soap base accordingly. Each bar of soap will weigh 6 ounces and will need the following amounts:
Red layer: 3 ounces
White layer: 1 ounce
Green layer: 2 ounces
Step 1: Melt 9 oz Ultra Clear melt and pour soap in a microwave in 30 – second bursts until melted. Do not burn or boil, this will result in a poor quality rubbery soap. If there are any small chunks of soap left, stir slowly; the heat of the soap will melt these small chunks. ?
Step 2: Add 6 drops of Melon Red Gel Colorant to the melted soap base and stir slowly.
Step 3: Using a disposable pipette add 5 ml of soap scent. For this soap tutorial, we chose Watermelon Sorbet fragrance oil. Stir in slowly until fully incorporated. Always stir the soap base slowly to avoid forming bubbles in the soap.
Step 4: Set the silicone soap mold on an even surface.
Step 5: Taking the melon red soap, pour a small amount in each cavity and let set. This will create a smooth top on the soap. Remember – the bottom of the soap mold will be the top of the finished soap.
Step 6: Once set (approximately 5 minutes), spritz this layer and some of the previously made seeds with alcohol and place 2 – 3 seeds randomly in each cavity.
Step 7: Once the seeds are placed in the mold, spritz with alcohol and then pour more red melted soap to cover them.
Step 8: Repeat steps 6 – 7 using more seeds until you’ve poured 3 ounces of red soap into each cavity. Use about 7 to 10 seeds for each soap. Let this layer set for approximately 15 minutes.
Step 9: While the melon layer is hardening, prepare the second layer using 3 ounces of White Melt and Pour soap base and 1 ml of soap fragrance oil. Do not color this layer.
Step 10: Use a thermometer to monitor the white soap temperature – it should be about 140° to prevent the soap from melting between the layers.
Step 11: Make sure the melon layer has hardened enough. If you are able to dent in the soap with your finger, wait a minute or two more because you want the second layer supported enough without bowing in. Spritz the melon layer liberally with alcohol (don’t forget the edges). This will help the layers adhere to each other. There’s nothing worse than layers separating after all your hard work!
Step 12: When the temperature is right, pour the white soap in each cavity using one ounce each. Spritz with alcohol to remove any bubbles.
Step 13: Let soap sit for 10 — 12 minutes to form a hardened layer.
Step 14: While white layer is setting, prepare the green layer by melting 6 ounces of Clear Melt and Pour soap base, using 6 drops of Emerald Green Gel Colorant and 3 ml fragrance oil.
Step 15: Monitor the temperature of the green soap and when it reaches about 140 degrees, spritz the hardened white layer liberally with alcohol and pour the green soap all the way to the top of the mold. Follow this with a final spritz of alcohol to remove any bubbles.
Step 16: Let the soaps set completely, approximately 2 to 3 hours or even overnight if possible.
Step 17: Turn mold over and slowly press on the corners of the mold to release the soap. Enjoy!
Tips for Making Watermelon Soap
Creating DIY watermelon soap is a fun and creative way to make delightful soap bars that are perfect for summer or as gifts. Here are some tips to help you craft the perfect watermelon soap bars:
Embedding Seeds: To mimic watermelon seeds, you can also embed poppy seeds into the red layer. Pour the red soap layer halfway, sprinkle the seeds, and then fill the rest of the mold– make sure to leave room for your green layer!
Using Alcohol Spray: To ensure that each soap layer adheres well to the previous one, lightly spritz the surface of the set soap with rubbing alcohol before pouring the next layer. This helps to prevent the layers from separating.
Soap Mold Selection: Choose a mold that complements the shape and size you envision for your watermelon soap, from slices to circles and more. Silicone molds are flexible and make it easier to remove the finished soap without damaging the design.
Curing Time: Allow the soap to cure for 12-24 hours before unmolding if possible. This ensures the soap is fully set and firm, making it easier to handle and use.
FAQs about Making Watermelon Soap
Can I use natural colorants for watermelon soap?
Yes, you can use natural colorants, but they may not be as vibrant as synthetic soap dyes. For green, you could use spirulina powder, for white, titanium dioxide, and for red or pink, beetroot powder or rose clay. Experiment to find the best results for your desired look.
Can I use essential oils instead of fragrance oils in my watermelon soap?
Yes, you can use essential oils instead of fragrance oils. However, essential oils may not provide as strong or lasting a scent as fragrance oils. Ensure the essential oils you choose are safe for use in soap making.
Can I add exfoliants to my watermelon soap?
Yes, you can add exfoliants like poppy seeds, ground walnut shells, or sugar to your watermelon soap. Add the exfoliants to the red or pink layer for a textured soap that gently exfoliates the skin. Ensure the exfoliants are evenly distributed throughout the soap layer.
Making the Watermelon Seeds
If you don’t have any black soap in your stash to use it’s a good idea to make these well ahead of time and store for later use. These will be made using Black Mica. Note: There is no need to add fragrance oil because it is not a lot of soap.
Step 1:Take 3 ounces of cubed Ultra Clear Melt and Pour soap base and place in a microwave safe glass container. Melt in the microwave in 10 — 15 second bursts until melted. This is not a lot of soap so be careful that you don’t boil the soap.
Step 2: Using a .15 scoop, add 1.5 scoops of Black Mica to the melted soap base and mix slowly with a butter knife until fully incorporated.
Step 3: Pour into any readily available mold and let set for approximate 1 hour.
Step 4: Once set, take out of mold and cut into small seed-shaped pieces and set aside.
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