pH Test Strips - Paper Roll

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Posted By: Beth   |   August 20, 2021

"Can these be used with melt & pour as well?"

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Staff Answer Yes, you can use with melt & pour soap.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 23, 2021

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Posted By: Amanda   |   May 17, 2021

"What is a good ph level for bath salts and lotion?"

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Staff Answer The optimal pH level of body creams is from 5.8 to 6.0. There are some exceptions depending on the specific application of your product. We suggest you look up recommended levels based on your specific product's application.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 18, 2021

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Posted By: triena   |   August 03, 2020

"How do i use these strips to test the ph in my body butters and scrubs"

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Staff Answer Tear off some paper strip and apply the product to it. Allow to sit (may take up to 5 minutes) until the PH registers. Gently blot away product until removed and you can match the color to the chart. If you have further questions, please contact customer service at 1-800-359-0944

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: August 04, 2020

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Posted By: Montaviya    |   July 16, 2018

"Can these strips be used to test the pH of all hair products?"

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Staff Answer Yes, these strips can be used to test the pH for any of your products.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: July 17, 2018

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Posted By: Kimberly   |   March 21, 2017

"I jjust made by first batch of cp soap and its been curing for 5 weeks now. I tested it with the ph strips and it looks like its reading between a 7 & 8. I am not sure if I should cure these a little while longer. My question is this: What ph is the best & safest for cp soap? Thank you for your help. "

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Staff Answer Normal pH for soap is between 7-10 so your soap is fine to use. Letting your soap cure for 4-6 weeks will give you a harder bar so you can decide if you want to use now or wait a little longer.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: March 24, 2017

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Posted By: NATHAN   |   May 12, 2016

"What's the difference between the paper strip and plastic syrups that cost double for the same quantity of tests? Is the plastic more accurate? I want to test, clay bath salts, salt scrub, body wash, and shampoo. Thanks "

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Staff Answer Both the roll and the individual strips are accurate, the price difference is based off of our costs.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: May 17, 2016

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Posted By: Kathy   |   October 23, 2015

"I'm not sure if I am using these right. I tested several soaps that are curing. I tested one that I just made a couple of days ago. All seemed to show between 7 and 10. The most recent soap zapped my tongue good so I know it still has lye that needs to cure out. I lathered each soap and put a small piece into the lather. Am I checking to see if my recipe is ok or if it has cured?"

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Staff Answer To properly test the pH you want to take some of the soap and make a slurry with water. Then test the pH. If you have lye pockets and the slurry does not include a pocket then you may get a false reading.

Posted By: WSP Staff   |   Date: October 24, 2015

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Hi You seem very knowledgeable on all this Im trying to start making my own soaps,lip scrubs,body butter or lotions and still have alot of questions.

Posted By: bubby   |   Date: March 29, 2016

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Posted By: Stephanie   |   June 02, 2015

"Do I need to use these pH test strips when making foaming face wash, bath salt with essential oils and body butters? Please help? "

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I would advise using the PH strips with anything that comes in contact with skin or hair.

Posted By: Barbara   |   Date: June 18, 2015

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Posted By: Elizabeth   |   June 25, 2014

"Do you use the test strip after the soap is unmolded and cut, or do you wait until it has cured?"

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After cure, as the soap can still have some lye remaining during the saponification process for up to approximately 48 hours. As it cures, the PH will gradually decrease a little more. This is why many soapmakers recommend a 4-6 week cure to ensure a gentle soap. Once cured, you can wet and lather the soap up and test to make sure the PH of the soap is safe for use and sale.

Posted By: Heather   |   Date: June 25, 2014

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Posted By: Janita   |   June 14, 2014

"How do you use these pH test strips? I was hoping that there were directions included, but there aren't any. Do you just rub it on dry soap, or do you have to wet the soap first? Sorry, I'm new to CP soap making, and I don't need to test my M&P soap. "

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Wet you soap bar and bring to a lather with your hands and then put test strip directly on the wet soap to test. You will not need to test your Melt and Pour soap because it should all the the same ph not like in cold process where the base changes. Welcome to the soaping world!

Posted By: Molly   |   Date: June 16, 2014

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