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Lye Safety First: Lye (NaOH / KOH) is caustic. Wear gloves and eye protection, work in a ventilated space, and keep children and pets away. Always add lye to water — never water to lye. Double-check every recipe with a second trusted calculator before you make it.
1Type of Lye
2Weight of Oils
Total weight of oils, fats and waxes only — lye, water and fragrance are calculated separately.
3Water
: 1
Full water (ratio 2.7:1 ≈ 27% lye solution) is forgiving for beginners. Less water = faster trace and a shorter working time.
4Additional Settings
%
% of oil weight
Always check your fragrance supplier's usage rate for cold process soap and use the lower of the two.
5Select Oils, Fats and Waxes
6Recipe Oil List
| # | Oil / Fat | % | Weight (g) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Totals | 100% | — |