Soap Journal

Soda Ash in Handmade Soap: What It Is & Why It Happens

Soda Ash in Handmade Soap: What It Is & Why It Happens

If you’ve ever poured what you thought was the perfect batch of handmade soap, only to find a mysterious white film on top the next day, you’re not alone. That powdery layer is soda ash, and it’s one of those little quirks that every soapmaker encounters at some point. It doesn’t ruin your soap, but it can be frustrating—especially when you’ve put so much effort...

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