Interesting Vegan Facts about Handmade Natural Soap
Created by a chemical reaction between water, oils, and lye, handmade natural soap is the oldest cleanser around. While the process of making soaps from raw material is called soap making, the scientific term of actually mixing all the ingredients is called sponification, which requires mixing the oils and fats with alkali to produce a potassium or sodium salt. There are many vegan facts regarding handmade natural soaps as mentioned below.
- All handmade natural soap bars contain lye, a vital ingredient for soap making. Ensure you wear gloves, goggles, and an apron when making soaps, as they may cause burns.
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| Published on February 4th, 2010 | | View Comments | | Posted by Harleena Singh |
