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Soap Making Supplies • Melt and Pour Soap Bases • Shea Butter - (You Are Here - P21471)

Premium Shea Butter MP Soap Base - 23 lb Block

Name: Crafter's Choice™ Premium Shea Butter MP Soap Base - 23 lb Block
Brand: Wholesale Supplies Plus
SKU: 21471
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (53 reviews)

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1 Case (23 lb) $94.95 2 Case (46 lb) $181.95 10 Case (230 lb) $868.95 40 Case (920 lb) (Bulk) $3035.95 84 Case (Bulk) $5858.95

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Product Details

Our Premium Shea Butter Melt and Pour Soap Base is opaque and white in color. It contains Shea butter, which is thought to benefit dry skin. The 23 pound big block is ideal for larger projects, as it will make (92) 4 oz. bars of soap. Soap comes in a blue bag with twist tie and corrugate box. A single block measures 13 x 11.5 x 6 inches.

Featured Ingredients: Non-GMO & Sustainable Palm, Shea Butter

Helpful Product Information:

Package: 23 lb Big Block Melt Point: 120º F.
Origin: USA Color: White
Clarity: Opaque Detergent: 10-15% (Luxury Bubbles)

International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI):
Sorbitol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Stearate, Sodium Myristate, Sodium Laurate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Seed Butter, Titanium Dioxide.

Common Name Ingredient Listing (FDA Approved):
Sorbitol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Stearic Acid, Myristic Acid, Water, Sodium Hydroxide, Lauric Acid, Shea Butter, Titanium Dioxide.

Directions:

MELT: Determine amount of melt and pour soap base needed for your project. Carefully slice soap base into small pieces and place in microwave safe container. Heat on low at 30 second intervals. Stir between intervals until liquid. Handle hot soap carefully as it may burn the skin. Soap can also be melted in a double boiler.

MOLD: Stir in cosmetic color, cosmetic scent, and skin safe additives. Pour into a Crafter's Choice mold. Spritz soap surface with rubbing alcohol to remove bubbles. Allow to cool until hard.

ENJOY: Remove from mold and wrap with airtight plastic wrap. Your newly created melt and pour soap is now ready to use!

CAUTION: Melted soap is hot! For ages 15 and older.

Fragrance & Essential Oil Calculator: Click To Calculate Use Levels

Wholesale Supplies Plus, Inc. certifies that this fragrance product is in compliance with the standards of the International Fragrance Association, provided the fragrance is used in the above application (s) at the noted maximum concentration level(s).

The "Maximum Use Level for Skin Exposure" is the amount of fragrance, flavor and essential oil that can come in contact with the skin. It does not mean that your base product can perform at these levels. You must test each oil in each application for evaluation of desired performance.

Product Infromation:

Country Of Origin United States

CA Prop 65

Documents:

Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Declaration of Conformity Animal Testing Statement

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Posted By: Shari | December 31, 2022

"I currently use your goat milk soap base but would like to switch to make my soaps vegan. Would this be good substitute? "

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Posted By: Pamela | February 14, 2017

"Is this plant-based glycerin? I want to make my soaps "animal product free"!"

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Posted By: dana | November 20, 2015

"Why do I get these sugar like crystals on the surface of my soaps after they sit for a little while, even in an air tight container! What can I do to keep it from happening! "

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Posted By: Sr. Mary Catharine | August 24, 2014

"Why do bars of soap sweat in humid weather, or even in the soap room with the AC on and the dehumidifier off but AFTER you use a bar of soap to wash it stays nice and dry? Thank you!"

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Posted By: Annie | January 05, 2014

"Is this a good suspension soap? I want to add herbs, but am not sure if this formula is suspending?"

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Customer Reviews (53)

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Average Customer Rating:

(53 Reviews)

Nikki • Texas

Date Submitted: 12/23/2021

I Recommend This Product!

"Good Business "

COMMENTS: I made the switch to this soap base and really think it’s better than the white base. There was some mix up with what I purchased and they sent me a replacement. Great customer service!

PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
• Moisturizing • Smells great • Easy to work with

Elizabeth • Kansas

Date Submitted: 06/19/2021

I Recommend This Product!

	"M&P Shea butter base"
COMMENTS: love it very rich and great on skin. customers love it!
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Yvonne • Wisconsin

Date Submitted: 10/19/2019

I Recommend This Product!

"Best Shea Butter Base!"

COMMENTS: This is my go to base for my soap. My customers love the nourishing properties of this shea butter. Consistent product quality!

PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
• Easy to work with • Makes skin soft and supple		• None

Patty • Ohio

Date Submitted: 05/31/2019

I Recommend This Product!

	"Best soap base"
COMMENTS: This base is the best I e tried so far! Will never buy any other brand!
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Catalina • Pennsylvania

Date Submitted: 02/28/2019

I Recommend This Product!

	"Solid Conditioning Bars"
COMMENTS: great for solid bars
PRODUCT USED IN: Lotion Bars & Sticks

Sara • South Carolina

Date Submitted: 01/05/2019

I Recommend This Product!

	"My most popular base"
COMMENTS: This is my most popular base. Everyone loves how moisturizing it is. Lathers up beautifully. When adding any colors, it's very true to the color. Holds the scents very well. It's a softer finished product which is great for wipe bits.
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Laurel • New York

Date Submitted: 12/16/2018

I Recommend This Product!

"Shea Butter Base "

COMMENTS: My customers prefer this Base over alll. Amazing

PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
• Lather and moisturizer

Teri • Illinois

Date Submitted: 08/01/2018

I Recommend This Product!

"My favorite soap base by far!"

COMMENTS: Love the Premium Shea Butter Soap Base. Nice & creamy and feels great on the skin. I color with micas and as long as I put enough mica in I get great colors that don't fade. Please never stop carrying this base :)

PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
		• Nothing... Love it!

Nathalie • Virginia

Date Submitted: 03/27/2018

I Recommend This Product!

	"Love the smooth"
COMMENTS: creaminess of the after product! This is a great base to get a really nice moisturizing soap. Love it and never a complaint from my customers!
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Alicia • Pennsylvania

Date Submitted: 03/14/2018

I Recommend This Product!

	"Great Soap Base"
COMMENTS: We love using this soap base. We get a lot of compliments when we use it.
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

sharon • Maryland

Date Submitted: 02/02/2018

I Recommend This Product!

"CUSTOMERS ASK FOR THIS BASE"

COMMENTS: TIME AND TIME AGAIN CUSTOMERS ASK FOR THIS BASE, THEY LOVE IT AS I DO. WSP REALLY DOES KNOW BASE. AND THIS ONE IS A WINNER. IT SELLS ALL THE TIME NO MATTER WHAT SEASON. TAKES SCENT WELL AND PLAYS WITH OTHERS NICE. A MUST HAVE IN FROM WSP IN MY LINE FEELS GREAT ON SKIN

PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
• CKUSTOMERS ASK FOR IT • SELLS NO MATTER WHAT SEASON		• not a thing

juanita j • Oklahoma

Date Submitted: 12/27/2017

I Recommend This Product!

	"Softer skin"
COMMENTS: Add this to goat milk soap base makes the soap have more moisture properties as our customers have requested
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Jennifer • Pennsylvania

Date Submitted: 10/28/2017

I Recommend This Product!

"Love the bubbles "

COMMENTS: Love this soap.. buying in bulk makes it so easy., I cut the block up into another box & done -

PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
• Holds scent well

Lynelle • Iowa

Date Submitted: 09/21/2017

I Recommend This Product!

	"Shea soap base"
COMMENTS: Love this soap base!
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Diane • Missouri

Date Submitted: 09/29/2016

I Recommend This Product!

"Used for the first time and it worked great!"

COMMENTS: My first time using, and loved it. Used to make lavender soap, and it smelled and felt wonderful. Used it in a sugar scrub too, and my customers loved it.

PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour, Exfoliants & Sugar Scrubs

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
• Everything		• Nothing.

Kristin • Georgia

Date Submitted: 09/22/2016

I Recommend This Product!

	"LOVE this product!"
COMMENTS: I used this to make bar soap to give to my family and friends. It is really easy to work with and it lathers up really nice in the shower. Everyone has said that they love it. I will be buying more for the future.
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Jameria • Alabama

Date Submitted: 09/15/2016

I Recommend This Product!

	"My favorite soap base so far!"
COMMENTS: Easy to use, sets up beautifully and works well with my additives.
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Mary • Ohio

Date Submitted: 08/14/2016

I Recommend This Product!

	"Great soap"
COMMENTS: I always love the shea butter soaps at WSP. Customers love them too.
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Kim • Arizona

Date Submitted: 07/19/2016

I Recommend This Product!

	"Great Stuff!"
COMMENTS: Great melt and pour soap! Always a great quality!
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Amanda • California

Date Submitted: 05/16/2016

I Recommend This Product!

	"Love it"
COMMENTS: I will be ordering more of this
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Cheryl • Pennsylvania

Date Submitted: 10/29/2015

I Recommend This Product!

	"Premium Shea Butter MP Soap Base"
COMMENTS: Customers love this formula very conditioning easy to add fragrance and additives. If your looking for a wonderful melt & pour Premium Shea Butter is a winner!
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour, Lotions, Creams & Butters

Paula • Florida

Date Submitted: 10/26/2015

I Recommend This Product!

"Beautiful!"

COMMENTS: Really nice base. Saves me a lot of time.

PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
• Nicebase.

Marsha • Tennessee

Date Submitted: 10/25/2015

I Recommend This Product!

	"excellent moisturizing ingredient for mp soaps"
COMMENTS: Easy to use, low odor, low sweat and blends well with goats milk and glycerine
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Sue • Maryland

Date Submitted: 10/02/2015

I Recommend This Product!

"My Customers LOVE This Base"

COMMENTS: This is my go-to base for all of my moisturizing soaps. It leaves my skin soft, and doesn't sweat - altogether a great soap base.

PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
• moisturizing properties		• nothing

Our Country Home • Indiana

Date Submitted: 09/14/2015

I Recommend This Product!

	"Super Creamy"
COMMENTS: Love to lather this one up. Customers like the look....slightly translucent. Super silky.
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Pamela • Florida

Date Submitted: 09/03/2015

I Recommend This Product!

"Love the Shea!"

COMMENTS: I love the shea! I buy the 24lb and cut it up. It is just a wonderful base.

PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour, Exfoliants & Sugar Scrubs

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
• everything		• nothing

Mary • California

Date Submitted: 07/27/2015

I Recommend This Product!

	"Shea Butter MP soap"
COMMENTS: Excellent lather, leaves skin feeling soft and clean.
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Lori • Louisiana

Date Submitted: 12/30/2014

I Recommend This Product!

	"Soooo smooth"
COMMENTS: Customers loved the feel of this soap! Left them very moisturized.
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Gail • Utah

Date Submitted: 12/25/2014

I Recommend This Product!

"Very nice"

COMMENTS: This is a good quality product. The soap has a smooth feel and creates some lather. It holds some fragrances better than others, but that is more due to the type of fragrance than anything. I would definitely buy this soap again.

PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
• Nice solid white color • Nourishing feel

Timothy • West Virginia

Date Submitted: 11/17/2014

I Recommend This Product!

	"Great Product!"
COMMENTS: I absolutely love this shea butter it works well with all fragrances and colors!! I also love how much suds I get from this! Will definitely be making more!!
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Sr. Mary Catharine • New Jersey

Date Submitted: 11/02/2014

I Recommend This Product!

"Our standard favorite for over 7 years"

COMMENTS: Shea has been part of our soap line from the beginning. It's got a good, smooth lather. Colors well. Prefer it over the detergent free. I'm always amazed how quickly we go through a shipment! I don't like the new packaging though. We cut up 7-10 blocks at a time, several times a week and don't enjoy fighting the plastic bag. Sometimes it gets into the soap. So far we've managed to catch it before a customer finds it! WSP soap bases are superb! I wouldn't use anything else!

PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
• it's good soap!		• packaging

veronica • Texas

Date Submitted: 10/17/2014

I Recommend This Product!

"I Recommend This Product!"

COMMENTS: Love the Shea butter mp soap base. Easy to use. Love the way it feels.

PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour, Soap - Cold Process

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
		• price

Carrie • Virginia

Date Submitted: 10/03/2014

I Recommend This Product!

	"Amazing!"
COMMENTS: I love this soap base! It is the perfect canvas for all melt and pour creation! A great quality!
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Suzanne • Pennsylvania

Date Submitted: 09/15/2014

I Recommend This Product!

	"Great Soap Base"
COMMENTS: I love the lather and how silky the soap makes your skin feel! I use this base for more "upscale" soaps.
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Teronica • Michigan

Date Submitted: 09/08/2014

I Recommend This Product!

	"A good go to"
COMMENTS: I always order a 24 pound block to have on stand-by. It lathers, holds scent and colors well. Just cut off what I need.
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Kari • Nevada

Date Submitted: 05/12/2014

I Recommend This Product!

"The Best!!!"

COMMENTS: A bit soft which makes it extra-luxurious (very silk) and bubbly. The detergent-free version is a bit stingier with the bubbles so use this one if you want the most bubbles.

PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
• Bubbles • Silkiness

Charity • Alabama

Date Submitted: 05/12/2014

I Recommend This Product!

"Love it!"

COMMENTS: I am so happy with this base! The lather is creamier and produces more bubbles than the previous shea butter base I was purchasing from a craft supply retail store, not to mention way more cost effective. The soap left a softer feel to the skin and did't leave any sticky type feel on the skin. This will be my go-to base for my shea butter M&P soaps.

PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
• Lots of lather • Creamy • No sticky residue

Karen • Washington

Date Submitted: 01/30/2014

I Recommend This Product!

	"AMAZING BASE!"
COMMENTS: I bought this as my daughter in law has very sensitive skin so I thought I would try it for her. She usually has to buy the very expensive soaps as she breaks out from just regular soap. She tried the first bar and had to call me and tell me how amazing this soap was and she wanted more. This is the only soap she will use now. I don't add any scents or colors, just use it like it is. She is very happy with just plain old squares of soap made from it. Nothing fancy.
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Stacey • Pennsylvania

Date Submitted: 12/01/2013

I Recommend This Product!

	"Excellent soap"
COMMENTS: I use this product for myself and my customers love it. They can't get enough. They say it has a wonderful creamy lather and it helps their dry skin. Customers also say that it lasts a long time unlike some other handmade soap they've used.
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Catherine • South Carolina

Date Submitted: 11/18/2013

I Recommend This Product!

	"Shea Butter Workhorse"
COMMENTS: This Shea Butter formulation is my workhorse soap. It does not sweat at all except for very humid environments, and is stable both in the case it arrives in and in completed bars. It is easy to work with and cost effective.
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

Alissa • New York

Date Submitted: 09/20/2013

I Recommend This Product!

"Super nice soap!"

COMMENTS: I've used this base for years after trying out many other brands. I specifically like this one because it performs great, takes color beautifully, takes fragrance wonderfully, and is low-odor and low-sweat. It is much more low-sweat than the "low-sweat" bases. The ingredients list may deter some customers, but overall I honestly think the only people who care as much about the ingredients are other soapers or customers who have been misinformed about ingredients. This will still sell and is great stuff so don't let the ingredient list deter you! At least get the 2lb sampler before you decide. The block size is bulky and harder to cut pieces off of, but with a good sharp cutter and some practice it gets easier. I bought a 24" cheese slicing wire and it pulls through the block pretty easily and I can get my husband to hold it while I slice it into "logs". From there it's easier to cut off what I need. Highly recommended soap base!

PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Melt & Pour

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
• Performs great. • Takes color beautifully. • Hold scent really well.		• The block is harder to handle.

Lisa • Alabama

Date Submitted: 04/28/2009

I Recommend This Product!

	"Great Lather"
COMMENTS: This is the main base that I use and everyone loves it! It's easy to work with and I have not had any problems. I always get good reviews on this from customers
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap Products

lutricia • Ohio

Date Submitted: 04/04/2009

I Recommend This Product!

	"BEST FOR DRY SKIN"
COMMENTS: As most of my consumers have extra dry skin i thought i might give this one a trythey loved it it melts in your hand like butter it holds scents very well thanks for giving us the best
PRODUCT USED IN: Bath Products

Quantice • Illinois

Date Submitted: 03/25/2009

I Recommend This Product!

	"Moisturizing Base"
COMMENTS: I just received my base today and I must say that I am very pleased. I haven't worked with it yet but upon touch it is as the description says indeed silky and it feels as though not much else needs to be added to this base outside of color and FO outside of any other additives you may want to add. My hands feel like I've put moisturizer on them after just briefly touching this soap base. I think I'll try oatmeal on a couple of bars and see how well it works. I can't wait to get started on this soap. It's my first time working with MP soap bases. Thanks WSP!!!
PRODUCT USED IN: Bath Products

cindy • North Carolina

Date Submitted: 05/01/2008

I Recommend This Product!

	"My Favorite"
COMMENTS: I have tried many bases on the market and this is by far my favorite! Finished product is absolutely beautiful. Glycerin soap bases have always been a favorite of mine and this one is the BEST I have ever used! Thanks WSP for your dedication in bringing the absolute best to the soap world.
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap Products

Allison • Georgia

Date Submitted: 02/19/2008

I Recommend This Product!

	"great "
COMMENTS: wonderful
PRODUCT USED IN: Bath Products

Sophie • New Hampshire

Date Submitted: 02/12/2008

I Recommend This Product!

	"Awesome"
COMMENTS: I love this stuff it's at a great price too!
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap Products

Kelly M. • Michigan

Date Submitted: 04/02/2006

I Recommend This Product!

	"Fantastic"
COMMENTS: I love this soap. Its harder than the goats and seems to last longer. Silky feeling in shower and holds sents wonderful.
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap Products

Megan • North Carolina

Date Submitted: 04/11/2005

I Recommend This Product!

	"Wonderful"
COMMENTS: Seemed more transparent then Im used to at first, but the completed bar was absolutely gorgeous! Retained fragrance wonderfully, and really showcased my swirls! I love the way this makes my skin feel - not the least bit drying!
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap Products