What could be better than a bar of soap that gently cleanses your skin while moisturizing it at the same time? How about a bar of soap made with mango butter?
This luxurious ingredient is known for its ability to soften and condition the skin, making it perfect for soap-making. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to make mango butter soap from scratch.
Every once in a while, you will always come across new ingredients that will “ewh wow” you! That is exactly what happens to most people when introduced to mango butter soap!
How amazing does that sound for a bar of soap? Not only do you get the luxury of having a product that softens your skin and moisturizes, but the added benefit…it smells like fresh-cut mangoes (oh my goodness!!).
Mango Butter Soap is a revelation among the natural soapmaking community. If you are a beauty fanatic and love making your own body care products.
This is definitely one of those ingredients you need to add to your soap making supplies. It’s easy fun, and the results are amazing! Soapmaking has never been so delicious.
How To Make Mango Butter Soap: Recipe
Making your own soap can be a fun and relaxing activity at home. It also gives you the satisfaction of knowing that you are using nothing but good products for your skin. Here’s how to get started:
To make your own mango butter soap, all you need are these basic ingredients:
What You’ll Need To Make Your Mango Butter Soap
- Mango Butter
- Distilled Water
- Lye Crystals
- Coconut Oil
- Sunflower or Sweet Almond Oil
- Essential oils (optional)
Equipment To Get You Started Soap Making…
- Glass Measuring Cup (2 cup minimum)
- Digital Scale (more accurate for small amounts of ingredients)
- Stainless Steel Whisk
- Rubber Spatula
- Measuring Cups & Spoons
- Soap Molds (silicone muffin tins will work nicely)
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How To Make Mango Butter Soap: Directions
1: Prepare Your Work Ingredients & Molds
Start by gathering all of your ingredients. You will need to have them ready before starting the process and be prepared to work quickly once you begin (soap making can get kind of hectic!).
Once you’ve gathered all of your items, it’s time to prepare the molds for pouring… If using silicone molds, simply spray the insides down with a good nonstick cooking spray.
If you are using traditional molds, line the inside of each mold with parchment paper or wax paper to prevent sticking.
You can use regular grocery store wax paper for this – it’s much cheaper than the soapmaking supply store stuff. Just cut some rectangles to size and line each mold with a strip.
Once you’ve prepared your molds, it’s time to get started!
2: Prepare Your Lye Mixture
Next, you will need to prepare your lye mixture for mixing into the soap. You will need to mix the lye with distilled water. Be very careful when handling lye because it can cause severe burns if it gets on your skin!
Carefully pour the lye crystals into the water and stir until they are dissolved. Make sure not to breathe in the fumes from this process as they can cause respiratory irritation.
Now your lye solution is ready to use! You can always get your lye on Amazon: The Boyer Corporation Red Crown Lye.
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3: Add The Oils to the Lye Solution
Carefully melt your Oils(Coconut Oil, Sunflower, or Sweet Almond Oil) and add them to the lye mixture. Be sure to stir gently stir until combined. Again be careful when handling lye!
Be sure to watch out for lye crystals that may still be floating around in the liquid! Stir continuously with a whisk while pouring, making sure everything is well combined
You will need to stir this mixture for about 10 minutes until it becomes translucent and very thick !! Do not stop stirring, or you could end up with some soap on the bottom of your molds that is not fully mixed!
4: Add The Mango Butter & Essential Oils (optional)
Once your soap mixture has reached a snowball consistency, add the mango butter and mix in completely. Then add you’re essential oils (if using).
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5: Pour The Mango Butter Soap Into Your Mold
Carefully pour the soap mixture into each mold cavity until it reaches about halfway full. Cover each mold with a piece of cardboard and wrap it in a towel. Leave these soaps undisturbed for 48 hours to allow them to saponify.
After the soaps have sat for the recommended amount of time, uncover and unmold them from your molds. If using silicone molds, simply flex the sides of the molds, and your soap will pop out!
If you used traditional molds, gently push from the backside of each mold to release the soaps.
Cut your newly formed bars using a sharp knife and place them on a drying rack. Place this in a well-ventilated area and allow the bars to cure for about four weeks to reach optimal hardness.
Amazon is packed with lots of silicone molds; you can check them out.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mango Butter Soap
Can Mango Butter Be Used In Soap?
Mango butter and its derivatives (such as mango soap) can be used in skincare products such as soaps and lotions because of its excellent moisturizing properties. The use of mango butter for skincare is gaining popularity due to the rich source of natural fatty acids for healthy skin, including capric acid, caprylic acid and lauric acid.
Is Mango Butter Lighter Than Shea Butter?
Mango butter is lighter than shea butter because mango butter has a higher melting point (76 degrees F) than many other kinds of butter, which will melt on skin contact. Shea butter melts at skin temperature (95 degrees F), which is why straight shea butter lotions are of better consistency for warmer seasons.
How should I store mango butter soap?
Mango butter soaps and other body care products made using mango butter should be kept in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Store them separately as this will help prevent cross-contamination of scents and colors if the soap bars have these added ingredients.
Mango butter soap is a wonderful product used for skincare or a shampoo bar. It contains natural essential oils and mango butter, which are great for moisturizing the skin and hair.
With this recipe on how to make mango butter soap, you can easily make this soap with the help of your children or as a fun activity for you and your friends! Enjoy!