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Last Updated on October 14, 2020 by Ellen Christian
Flax soap with orange is an easy soap making project for beginners. Make this homemade flaxseed soap and see how moisturizing it is.
Years ago, before I started blogging, I had an online craft website and sold my crafts at farmer’s markets and craft fairs. Handmade soap like this peppermint soap recipe was always a huge hit.
Check out this easy orange peel soap recipe! I love how cute these soaps look with the dried orange slices!
Flax Soap with Orange
I have always been fascinated by soap-making even as a child after reading the Little House on the Prairie books.
I considered the traditional method when I started doing craft fairs but working with lye wasn’t really something I was interested in experimenting with especially with young children at home.
Melt and pour is an easy soap making alternative. Basically, you aren’t really making the bars from scratch.
You are taking a large block of base, melting it, adding fragrance and add-ins, and then pouring it into a mold to solidify back into the soap.
Generally, there are a few different types of melt and pour soap base. I have worked with both glycerin and shea butter base.
Glycerin is typically clear. Shea butter based is typically white or cream-colored, but there are a lot of variations.
I have also seen hemp, soy, and goat’s milk soap base.
Benefits of flaxseed
So, using flaxseed in this flax soap recipe gives it a rough texture which means it’s a perfect solution for exfoliating your skin.
If you don’t exfoliate away dead skin cells, your skin can become rough and dull. This can be especially challenging if you’re in menopause as your body goes through hormone changes.
Supplies for flax soap
- Melt and pour base. I’ve listed a few options above.
- Electric kettle or pitcher or glass bowl & microwave
- For this project, I use the essential oil Wild Orange by DoTerra. The amount you use depends on the quantity and type of oil. This is a very handy fragrance calculator.
- Mold. I use a plastic mold that molds the soap into a bar shape. You can use a silicone muffin pan if you don’t have a mold.
- 1 tbsp grated orange peel
- 1 tbsp flaxseed (for exfoliation)
Flax soap directions
You can print out the whole thing below to refer to. Just scroll down to the bottom of the post.
- The base can be melted in the microwave if you use one or in an old crockpot or electric soap kettle. Each type of base is different so follow the directions on the package you buy.
- You can add the essential oil of your choice after you melt the soap base. I don’t use fragrance oil since they are artificial and can cause allergies. The type of essential oil I use varies depending on my mood. Add the oil and stir it in.
- Add in the additives and immediately pour the liquid base into your molds. Do not wait or stop stirring or your additives may sink to the bottom of the mold. You can give them a gentle stir in the mold to redistribute a bit if you need to. You can sprinkle extra on top. I use flaxseed and grated orange peel in this project.
- Place the mold in the refrigerator or in a cold area of your home until it sets. I leave mine overnight in the refrigerator. Gently flex the mold so the bar pops out.
- If you plan on wrapping your bars, allow it to set out and dry for at least 48 hours before your wrap it. I store mine as is in between sheets of parchment paper or wax paper.
Flax soap with orange
I find the orange scent from the essential oil to be very uplifting. I used the orange peel in this flax soap recipe simply for visual appeal.
And, I added the flaxseed for exfoliation when using the bar. If you wanted to, you could add an equal amount of poppy seeds instead.
More easy beauty recipes
Here are a few more easy homemade soap recipes to try.
Or, why not try my lemon poppy seed recipe. Check out this orange peel soap recipe as well.
Why not learn to make bath bombs with these bath bomb instructions. Or, why not check out this DIY soy candle tutorial.
Flaxseed Soap With Orange is an Easy Soap Making Project
Flax soap with orange is an easy soap making project for beginners. Make this homemade flaxseed soap and see how moisturizing it is for your skin.
Materials
- Melt and pour soap base. I’ve listed a few options above.
- Electric soap kettle or pitcher or glass bowl & microwave
- For this soap, I use the essential oil Wild Orange by DoTerra. The amount you use depends on the quantity and type of oil.
- Soap mold. I use a plastic soap mold that molds the soap into a bar shape. You can use a silicone muffin pan if you don’t have a soap mold.
- 1 tbsp grated orange peel
- 1 tbsp flaxseed (for exfoliation)
Tools
- Electric soap kettle or microwave
Instructions
- The soap base can be melted in the microwave if you use one or in an old crockpot or electric soap kettle. Each type of base is different so follow the directions on the package you buy.
- You can add the essential oil of your choice after you melt the soap base. I don’t use fragrance oil since they are artificial and can cause allergies. The type of essential oil I use varies depending on my mood. Add the oil and stir it in.
- Add in the additives and immediately pour the liquid soap base into your molds. Do not wait or stop stirring or your additives may sink to the bottom of the mold. You can give them a gentle stir in the mold to redistribute a bit if you need to. You can sprinkle extra on top. I use flaxseed and grated orange peel in this soap.
- Place the mold in the refrigerator or in a cold area of your home until it sets. I leave mine overnight in the refrigerator. Gently flex the soap mold so the soap pops out.
- If you plan on wrapping your soap, allow it to set out and dry for at least 48 hours before your wrap it. I store mine as is in between sheets of parchment paper or wax paper.
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Ellen is a busy mom of a 22-year-old son and 27-year-old daughter. She owns 5 blogs and is addicted to social media. She believes that it doesn’t have to be difficult to lead a healthy life. She shares simple healthy living tips to show busy women how to lead fulfilling lives. If you’d like to work together, email info@confessionsofanover-workedmom.com to chat.
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