From salad dressings to sautéing, olive oil is a near-ubiquitous ingredient in the kitchen. But how much do you know about this multipurpose oil? For example, did you know that there are many different kinds of olive oil beyond extra virgin olive oil, or that olive oil has a lower smoke point than vegetable oil? Learn more about the kitchen staple below.
Massage the oil or mixture around for a couple of minutes. Allow the oil to sit on the face for another minute. Dip a washcloth in warm water that’s cool enough to use on the face but warm Turn it off and stir the soap batter, using the blender as a spoon. Repeat until the mixture thickens up to 'Trace'. This is when the batter leaves a distinguishable trail on the surface. The consistency will be like thin custard. Next, pour the melted shea butter and optional essential oil into the soap. Instructions. Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl EXCEPT olive oil, garlic, and parmesan cheese (see note about garlic). When ready to use, mix ONLY 1 tablespoon of mixture with about 1/2 cup of olive oil. If desired, add 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Store remaining mixture in fridge for up to a week (unless you didn't Take the temperature of the lye solution – you're aiming for around 100°F (38°C). When the oils and the lye solution temperatures are around 100°F (38°C) and within ten degrees of one another, it's time to mix. Use an immersion blender to emulsify the ingredients. Mix until you reach a light trace.

You’ll also need extra virgin 100% olive oil, and your choice of essential oils to finish the soap off. Make sure you stay protected with gloves and goggles, too – soapmaking can get very hot! First, make a lye solution by combining around 73 grams of sodium hydroxide lye crystals with 215 grams of distilled water.

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