In this soap recipe,
I have used 15% of pine tar but I have seen many soap makers using 10% or 20% also. You can use percentage based on what you feel comfortable with.
Link to pine tar that I used in this soap tutorial-
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If you would like to get the same recipe that I used here, please send me an email at soapmaking@.thecraft.space . I will send you the recipe :)
Or you can use any soap recipe of your choice.
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What is Pine Tar?
Pine tar is a form of wood tar produced by the high temperature carbonization of pine wood in anoxic conditions (dry distillation or destructive distillation). The wood is rapidly decomposed by applying heat and pressure in a closed container; the primary resulting products are charcoal and pine tar.
It has been used for years in soaps & also for other benefits. You can read a lot more about this on Wikipedia (link is at the end of this description)
Here I have summarized a few of the BENEFITS OF PINE TAR. I collected this information from various sources that I will link below:
It helps clear up acne and reduce inflammation, but it also helps soothe irritation caused by eczema or psoriasis.
Its antifungal, anti-inflammatory and antipruritic qualities make this natural ingredient an excellent choice for providing soothing relief from common skin conditions like dryness, eczema, dermatitis, and hives.
Its antibacterial properties also help protect against potential bacterial growth or spread.
These are the reasons Pine tar is used in cold process soaps.
DISCLAIMER: Pine tar is not FDA approved to be used in soaps. It can also cause allergies & might not suit everyone's skin. You are completely responsible for making and using a soap made with pine tar, on your skin.
Sources-
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pine_tar
www.packerspine.com/blogs/new...
www.thehealthyporcupine.com/b...