The Art of Soap Making course teaches the art of crafting soap from scratch. It typically covers basic techniques, including selecting ingredients, measuring, mixing and pouring. Participants would learn about various types of soap bases like cold process, hot process and melt-and-pour. The course includes instructions on incorporating essential oils, fragrances and colorants to customise soap. Safety is also a key focus, as handling chemicals requires proper precautions. Students gain hands-on experience by creating their own soap bars, learning troubleshooting tips and discovering packaging and storage methods. By the end of the course, they would be equipped to make personalised, high-quality soap at home.

What you will learn

Course Content

1: Introduction to Ingredients

• Essential ingredients for soap making
• Safety precautions and handling of lye
• Importance of using quality ingredients and their properties

2: Equipment and Tools

• Essential equipment and tools for soap making
• Proper usage and maintenance of equipment
• Safety protocols and hygiene practices during soap making

3: Basic Techniques – Cold Process Soap

• Step-by-step demonstration of cold process soap making
• Understanding the saponification process
• Mixing oils, lye and additives
• Introduction to fragrance oils, essential oils and natural colorants

4: Basic Techniques - Melt and Pour Soap

• Step-by-step demonstration of melt and pour soap making
• Understanding base soap, melting process and additives
• Layering, embedding and swirling techniques
• Using molds and creating decorative soaps

5: Advanced Techniques – Hot Process Soap

• Step-by-step demonstration of hot process soap making
• Differences between cold process and hot process soap making
• Benefits and challenges of hot process soap
• Adding herbs, exfoliants and other additives

6: Design and Decoration

• Design principles for soap making (color, texture, shape)
• Techniques for creating swirls, layers and patterns
• Using natural additives for texture and exfoliation
• Tips for achieving professional-looking soap designs

7: Troubleshooting and Safety

• Common issues in soap making and how to troubleshoot them
• Safety guidelines and handling emergencies
• Proper storage and curing of handmade soap
• Regulatory considerations and labeling requirements

8: Marketing and Selling Your Soap

• Overview of the soap market and consumer trends
• Packaging options and branding your soap
• Selling soap online and at local markets
• Pricing strategies and business tips for soap makers

Requirements

Entry Requirements

No prior experience or qualifications are required for enrolment in this course – all are welcome to join and learn.

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