Water Substitution in Soapmaking
Soapmaking 225 explains the dangers and secret techniques of substituting other fluids for the water portion of cold and hot process soapmaking. Students learn how to safely replace water with beer, yogurt, fresh milk, fresh juices, puréed fruits or vegetables, herbal infusions, and hydrosols. The class includes a live demonstration of soap cupcakes made with seasonal fruits instead of water and topped with piped soap frosting made with milk instead of water. Attend in person or online. Prerequisite: Soapmaking 101 or 1 year of experience (at least 5 batches of soap). Classroom hours: 2½ hours. Class fee: $44. Materials fee: $11. The additional online fee only applies to online attendance and covers the expenses of camera operation and mailing materials. Online fee: $25 (6 days or more until class, includes First Class Mail) or $38 (5 days or fewer until class, includes Priority Mail Express overnight).