HOW TO START MAKING SOAP / essential oil soap / Jerika Zimmerman

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HOW TO START MAKING SOAP / essential oil soap / Jerika Zimmerman
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Resources:
- Calculate Soap Recipe: www.soapcalc.net
- Recommended Oil Percent Usage: www.lovinsoap.com/oils-chart/
- What Do the SoapCalc Numbers Really Mean?: classicbells.com/soap/soapCal...
Recipe (makes 2 lb bath of soap - 8 bars):
- olive oil (45%): 340 g
- coconut oil (22%): 166 g
- shea butter (20%): 151 g
- hemp oil (8%): 60 g
- castor oil (5%): 38 g
- water:lye ratio: 1.5:1
- water: 152 g
- lye: 101 g
- fragrance: 53 g
- spirullina: 2 tsp
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Intro
1:45 - Beginner Soap Mold
2:34 - How to Know How Much Soap Your Mold Will Make
4:02 - How to Know Oil Amount
4:30 - Brief Intro to SoapCalc.net
4:47 - How to Use SoapCalc.net
9:15 - Essential Oils and Colors I'm Using
9:54 - Making Lye Solution and Soap Safety
11:03 - Measuring Hard Oil and Butter
12:11 - Measuring Soft Oils
14:31 - Mixing Oils and Lye Solution
15:24 - Adding Color and Scent
16:04 - Pouring Soap Batter Into Mold
17:01 - Swirl Technique
17:36 - Texture Top Technique
19:00 - Cutting Soap
20:28 - How to Avoid A Gel Ring
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@christinat5220 3 жыл бұрын

I hope you don't mind me adding. Make sure the plastic container you use to mix your lye water solution has the number 2 or 5 on the bottom in the triangle because not all plastic is compatible with lye. Also make sure it can handle high temperatures because the lye water solution will get really hot, especially with a water discount. Don't mix your lye water solution in a glass container as it will deteriorate over time becoming potentially dangerous. And lastly, your fragrance oil should not be put into a plastic container or vessel as it will eat away at it. Safety first! Love the soap by the way. I think it would be interesting to learn how you create your fragrance blends. A lot of people are afraid to get adventurous about their fragrances in case it doesn't turn out great. Love your videos.

@skyydancer67 3 жыл бұрын

Truth. I found out the hard way with the essential oils and plastics though.

@christullatheresa2854 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, my question is off the topic. Did you by any chance patented your products? If so, what would be the process? Or does aesthetic products are not Patentable. Merci

@angeliiis2419 3 жыл бұрын

I agree but, she didn't make us aware of what we should look out for like over stick blending, ricing and how to cover the soap to develop over the 24 hour period. There were many things left out. This also is not beginner friendly. I do appreciate her making us aware of soapcalc

@christinat5220 3 жыл бұрын

@distressingdiva i let mine sit for 4 week's. But i use a water discount. I also do not put mine in the oven or cover or wrap. Again because i water discount.

@mr.thompson1640 2 жыл бұрын

Can you mix lye water solution in a stainless steel bowl??

@joannpage6691 3 жыл бұрын

You are one of the first soap makers who have been willing to share so much valuable info for beginners. Appreciate your videos and LOVE the colors.💚💚

@JerikaZimmerman 3 жыл бұрын

Your so welcome!!

@jasmindumas5099 2 жыл бұрын

✨🙌🏼💯🙌🏼✨

@cmen0me 2 жыл бұрын

She is absolutely fabulous. She has no issues sharing all this info to ensure your a success too ! Bless her abundantly...🙏

@hezeljohnmarcsolangon4679 3 жыл бұрын

Your willingness to share your knowledge is the reason why your soap business is so blessed. You yourself is a blessing to others, such an inspiration. Thank You, Jerika.

@StanlocoInc 3 жыл бұрын

Finally a soap calc instructional that explained everything and not just how to throw number in. Super easy to understand and even easier to follow. Thank you Jerika and Cale.

@galanarin8719 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for explaining the Soap Calc! It helps a ton....

@tarafoster4292 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been watching you for awhile & I love your videos. You are so amazing! Thank you for all your soaping information!❤️

@JoeResco4 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much from all of us newbie’s!

@thekawaiifam2556 2 жыл бұрын

Thank youuuuuu. I definitely want to start soap making. Thank you for this inspiration!!!

@beautybyshi1492 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏾 for this 🤍🤍🤍🤍it’s amazing and you are amazing for sharing

@lovereigns4017 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Jerika! Wonderful video.💕💕💕

@brigidatruman6978 3 жыл бұрын

i love your dog as much as i love you, she’s so adorable and sweet and give you good company.

@chriswilliams1404 2 жыл бұрын

AYE!!!! This video was uploaded on my birthday! Found you just recently and have been going back and watching a bunch of your older videos. I'm loving the content. My wife and I just filed for our LLC yesterday and watching you and Cale run your business out of your home has been a huge inspiration and tremendous help to get the ball rolling. Thank you both for everything you do.

@GEM_in_the_Matrix 8 ай бұрын

This was VERY HELPFUL! Thank you, Jerica!!! 🙂

@PinkOliveCosmetics 3 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous as always 🤩.. Your just such an inspiration, thank you!! 🥰

@brookes829 3 жыл бұрын

Recently found your channel & have been binge watching - love your content!!! Your realistic & positive approach to business & soap making is refreshing, thank you!!!

@angeljar2012 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this very thorough explanation 💕

@cindyhenderson2751 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jerika! Your such an inspiration I love your videos I'm a beginner soaper you explain everything.

@marthamluken3702 Жыл бұрын

This was such a great video! It truly calmed my fears and now I feel confident in starting my soap making journey

@jessicafreeman5387 3 жыл бұрын

I love the look of the soap

@wingsoflifeholisticbodypro7846 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jerika for sharing your knowledge with us. May God bless you and your husband’s business abundantly!!!

@sheilaolson5868 Ай бұрын

You are my soaping inspiration!

@mcdowell1953 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for being so help. You are great. Made this small amount for my sister that wanted lavender

@Lola-wb3vh 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I have it saved and I have watched several times. You are the one who taught me how to use soapcalc. Thank you! I wanted to use my own recipe but I did not know about soapcalc so I was using a recipe I found online and after this video I made my own recipe!!!

@carolp5993 4 күн бұрын

I love this video!!’ An oldie but goody!! Ty Jerika! ❤

@tyler23burt 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video they really help and inspire. Thanks to you and others has given me confidence to make my own soap business. I’m just excited for the future 😀

@kobunaeunique 3 жыл бұрын

You guys are so amazing! I love you guys work ethic doing it together! It’s so great! I just love your channel!! ❤️❤️

@informedsrthankful2438 3 жыл бұрын

Jerika, you rock girl❤️. Thank you. I've not started yet but that's ok. I'm learning a lot.

@Smefffffffyyy 2 жыл бұрын

Omg, I’m so glad I found your channel, your hubby is the best at filming! Seriously perfect! From the slow shots to the music you guys are great, I felt the love ! 🥰😄🤣

@HoniB45 3 жыл бұрын

I love your videos!!! Thanks for sharing.

@francespotts5237 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so so much for breaking all this information down. You have truly quieted my anxiety about doing this. I truly appreciate you!

@katherinepowers7946 Жыл бұрын

Hi Jerika, I came to look for a beginner soap making video and of course I found it. I watched/followed you and Cale for a while now I’ve started out doing bath bombs and now I’m going to take my first class tomorrow for learning how to make CPS. I would like to thank you and let you know that you inspire me to make and create bath products, thank you so much!! ☺️💕💗

@sallygeorge3342 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you jerika Iv been following you for a few months now and this video is awesome ❤️

@tracymorris840 3 жыл бұрын

I really love your video's! Wish this video was around when I 1st started. So informative and well explained. I love your EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH, too adorable! I think the gel ring is beautiful. When I get them, I use it to my advantage when I stamp.

@rs-wj1sm 5 ай бұрын

That was soooo informative for a beginner like me - you pretty well showed how to be successful at soapmaking - thank you!

@sophiacaff8132 10 ай бұрын

This video was so helpful. Thank you for sharing.

@mompuff Жыл бұрын

I just love your videos & your personality!! Thank you so much for sharing your recipes!! God Bless you!! 🙌🏻🦋🙌🏻

@xaviercarter1765 2 жыл бұрын

Love your video I’m thinking about trying to make my own soap to thank you for the tip can’t wait for your next video

@dawnwinters2473 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much this really helped 🤗. You are the best 😘

@cupcakestv1497 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos have been so helpful!! I am starting out, and I really had no idea how much goes into making soap. But I find it fascinating, and I'm so excited to get my shipment so I can start.

@jenniferlancaster7040 2 жыл бұрын

This is so helpful i appreciate your sharing your journey with us.

@shunayariley5072 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much this is very helpful to me I’m new to soap making

@joanneelliott4850 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jerika, I would just like to say a very big thank you in all that you do! I’ve recently started making soaps and you have help me in everything I need to know. Especially with the soap calculator! I’m sitting waiting for the temperature to drop in my lye mix! My very first one 😀as previously I was using melt & pour mixture. I’m so excited for this soap and I’ve prepped everything. Keep doing what your doing with your husband- great encouragement. 🤗❤️

@MsLauveniite 3 жыл бұрын

Huge Thank You Jessica, for sharing all this important information ! You explain everything so good for those persons who have never done, so is easy to understand everything step by step. I really appreciate this, because for a long time I am really thinking what I could do, so I could work for myself and make my own small business. And your videos and information inspires me to try by soap making. Thank you so much ! I wish you all the best in the development of your business ! :))

@fiveft12 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I’ve been researching like a mad woman, and yours is the most comprehensive, straightforward soap making video I have seen.

@annerutkowski7278 5 ай бұрын

This is what I needed. The soap calc had me so intimidated to take the leap and make some soap.

@TheZenBeePgh Жыл бұрын

I just found your channel because I wanted to try my hand at soap making as a hobby to give as gifts. You are amazing. All the information you share with everyone, so openly, is rare. People usually don’t want to give tips or advice. I love how transparent you are. Plus, your videos, themselves, are so nice to watch. Thank you for being such a great inspiration and teacher to us newbies 😊

@imspookie 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos have really encouraged me to start making soap. This video in specific gave me such great instruction on how to start! Thank you so much for being here helping everyone interested in really understanding ❤️

@prernasharma6881 2 жыл бұрын

Hey i found your videos so informative ❤️ I just started my business and somehow you helped me alot thank you ❤️

@michael7324 2 жыл бұрын

I like the way you finished the top. Well done.

@salwaaly7609 2 жыл бұрын

I really love you more everyday thanks 🙏 for all your advices

@nishakris3162 3 жыл бұрын

Just love your vibes ! Thank you for all sharing♥️.

@JerikaZimmerman 3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@jjen2222 3 жыл бұрын

Jerika, thanks for this I am intimidated to start on cold processing but this help and encourage me thank you so much !!!

@myprivate5481 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for all your videos, I am preparing to start my soap business, I have been researching for over 2 years, making my own soaps for almost 1 year. You have been a great inspiration. Thank you

@ebonim9114 2 жыл бұрын

I want to thank you for explaining the ranges and to stay within them or at least try. Especially when trying new soap recipes. I make hot process soaps and I really appreciate your willingness of sharing info. Thank you for your videos. I one day hope to excel like you. Keep up the good work. You are awesome.

@vanessamaistry7757 2 жыл бұрын

I've never made soap.. Looks soooo complicated, but you certainly make it look sooo enticing to try... I thank you for sharing 😘 😘

@molimoli100 3 жыл бұрын

Love watching your videos.

@firdowskruger9896 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jerika I am watching this on Sunday, 24 Jan and you are already on 11.1K subscribers....Yay! So happy for you!!! Your channel will just keep growing. Congrats again to you and Cale, Sending love and greetings all the way from Pretoria, South Africa

@lilyh5413 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video, thank you so much!

@evitacastor1593 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very for making this video I needed to see it step by step

@crystaldawn8875 3 жыл бұрын

I totally appreciated this video for now i just make very small batches fragrance oils are a learning cure for me and colorants!! Congrats on reaching 10k!! Yayeeee!!🤗

@noraabodylove 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this video!! I've watched so many other soapmaking for beginners videos and none have gone into depth on some aspects as you have. Still trying to process how this is for beginners because that whole calculator is very intimidating. Maybe because I'm still using recipes I find online and in books already.

@heatherdoherty8243 Жыл бұрын

I am grateful for all the knowledge you share, and your on-screen presence is honest, lovely and direct. I just wish that you, as well as other soapers would stop recommending buying products from Amazon, they are destroying small businesses by taking business from these independant guys and feeding an American Millionaire. I have personally felt their monetary effect the last 5-6 years. Being a small business owner myself, I like to support small and local businesses as much as I can including Fizz Fairy, New Directions, Canwax, Voyageur and a slew of others. We need to direct business to these little guys and feed them and their families. Keep up the great work! Your bath bomb journey has been fun and knowledgeable to watch!

@user-ep4kc1nq6c 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and your resources. I am just getting started and your content has been a God send for me.

@shannajones8530 2 жыл бұрын

You are first soap maker who has taught how to calculate a soap recipe and willing to share. I have subscribed to your channel. You are my favorite thank you 🙏🏾 for lovingly sharing 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

@dayireneperez6820 3 жыл бұрын

Love your serenity when you do your videos and the soothing music!!! So inspired to make my own soap for gifting. I'm a knitter and adding soaps will be a great add on.

@Momlife-ChristiHolden 2 жыл бұрын

I know what you mean! I want to know what those songs were.

@chasitydavis9165 2 ай бұрын

You did a excellent job explaining and guiding beginners through this process!! Thanks a bunches ❤

@heyygrace448 3 жыл бұрын

Love your videos ! Very inspiring , can you make a video where you get your supplies for starters ? I really wanted to try making soaps now 😅. Keep it up!!! 👍🏻

@deliapeter4517 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for the video, I am trying to learn how to make my own soap.

@rosedoloressoapery6575 3 жыл бұрын

I tried this recipe last weekend but subbed apricot kernel oil for the hemp oil and ran it through soap calc. Everything worked perfectly. Thanks so much for detailing everything!!!

@nildadelgado386 3 жыл бұрын

You are so authentic!! I'm excited to begin this with a good friend of mine!!! I will keep watching you and following you!! Will be ordering too ;)

@JerikaZimmerman 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@tonyahunt3175 3 жыл бұрын

Jerika thank you fir taking your time given step by step instructions. I watch several soaper that doesn’t show or measure the lye for others to see ( you measured everything down to the mold (lol) I use soapcal to create my soaps. I get few mistakes.

@shunawestern9153 Жыл бұрын

I thought that soap looked fine Jerika, you kept talking about a ring of sorts, but honestly it really did look fine to me. And yes your very informative, which is a great help to anyone wanting to start doing soaps and candles, like myself. So thank you once again. 🥰🐾🇬🇧🌲⛄

@anandischelhase2689 3 жыл бұрын

This was awesome!! I just love all your videos!! ♥️ I binge and repeat watch them all the time from here in South Africa. Would love it if you can do a similar video on how to formulate a bath bomb recipe on smaller scale, ex. To make 8-10 bombs. That would be great to use when trying new fragrances and essential oil combinations and colours to not have to make a too big batch for experimentation. Oh, and what would also be amazing is a video on essential oils combinations that make great fragrances in bath bombs. In SA we don’t have a big selection of fragrance oils so need to mostly use essential oils and I’m not always sure what different oils in which ratio makes for good scents in bath bombs 😃😬

@jrbland18 3 жыл бұрын

THANKS FOR YOUR HELP

@HouseofWeh Жыл бұрын

I love when a hopeful content creator aims for a number of subscribers and just 2 years later they’ve over 9x that number. 🙌🙌🙌

@ttschrock7126 8 ай бұрын

I am making my way through your videos. I can honestly say your videos have helped me the most through my journey of learning. I will never have a soap business, not my purpose, but understanding the science and calculations has been difficult. I don't get the ring and neither the ash. I don't know why and still don't understand that part. I put a cover over and wrap in towels. I also can tell you are a really good person who is sharing so much! So thank you! I am so grateful!!!!

@Lola-wb3vh 3 жыл бұрын

This video is my #1 video because it was the first video that not only introduced me to soapcalc but also taught me how to measure my molds!! Thank you so much

@wildheartapothecary Жыл бұрын

ThankYou for all this useful information

@jrbland18 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful soap

@mariaserra7799 Жыл бұрын

I loved your dog's kiss with the noise at the begining just adorable

@josuevega4340 Жыл бұрын

Hi from Panamá city Panamá!!! I will use this recipe for sure!!

@JesllinG 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much . You are amazing thank you

@Meg-ow7wb 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for making this video! It is so very helpful, I am just starting out making soaps but smaller batches. You have definitely inspired me.

@nildadelgado386 3 жыл бұрын

Totally looking for assistance on making smaller batches.

@anaritadu 3 жыл бұрын

Dear Jerika! You are an amazing person! I am a brasilian soapmaker and owner of my own business Nosso Sal (Our Salt in English) and I love your videos, I'm learning how to do bath bombs, soaps and others goodies, what to do to in the next step of my brand and I'm improving my English too (We wanna move to Canada this year to start a new life). Did you know that yours videos help a lot people in all world? Keep going, keep smiling and keep doing what you are doing. Congratulations for 10k, you deserve all God's blesses!!!! Thank you to help me a lot!!! Beijos!!! :D

@storybooksoapothecary1310 3 жыл бұрын

I'll add another tip here. I use these little silicone molds for small batches. If you are having problems getting your soap out, you can add a little sodium lactate to your lye water once it has cooled down. 1 tsp PPO. Or you can pop your soap into the freezer for a bit and it will harden up and pop out easier. You might also want to adjust the hard oils in your recipe if they keep sticking in the molds. HTH.

@midwesttraveler 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! I made my first loaf of soap yesterday, and this helped me SO much!

@JerikaZimmerman 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@Indiamoon7 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so very much for this!

@joulenesilvera9731 3 жыл бұрын

🙌🏾🙌🏾 you’re truly amazing!!! Thank you!!! What is the safest way to wash the materials after mainly the lye materials?

@zoetrent73neo55 3 жыл бұрын

Cale is really good at filming the process - totally artistic! You guys are a lovely team. All the best to your business and I’ll continue to watch your videos and be inspired!

@JerikaZimmerman 3 жыл бұрын

he is :)

@mistymasters3148 3 жыл бұрын

Jerika, you inspire me so much! I was just starting a few weeks ago when I discovered you! You've brought me up to the next level.

@LizMartinez-vc2re 2 жыл бұрын

Go watch some soap making videos on Brambleberry or candlescience and you will really go to the next level. They explain thoroughly!

@freidabickham2977 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much this is so helpful

@jrbland18 2 жыл бұрын

We love you guys

@maryipina5719 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, Your video is awsome.

@deliapeter4517 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video.

@pamcolechadwell1302 3 жыл бұрын

Looks yummy, Thank you for sharing.

@JerikaZimmerman 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for visiting!

@kimdavis6798 3 жыл бұрын

LOVE YOUR DOG!!

@altheaprass 2 жыл бұрын

TY, this was awesome

@phoebesue3008 3 жыл бұрын

Ahh ur tops are the best! Love it . 💖

@katherinebelk8398 Жыл бұрын

I will totally be deferring to my husband, too, for the calculations 😄

@waynegross2113 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice bar of soap! I like the top and color is great from the natural spirellina powder (that's not spelled right) lol! I don't use essential oils unless I'm doing lavender or 10 fold orange to spice up a fragrance oil. You did an excellent job explaining how to make your first batch and using soap calculator. It's not easy to explain, easier to do, lol! That was actually the best explanation I've seen! Honest. Wayne

@JerikaZimmerman 3 жыл бұрын

Oh thank you!