Q&A: Why use cream of tartar instead of citric acid for fizz in bath bombs or solid bubble bath?

I wrote this last year, but didn’t share it, for some strange reason. It was supposed to come after the ingredient entry for cream of tartar last November… So why use might we use cream of tartar (INCI: Potassium bitartrate) instead of citric acid? Why do I use it in my bubble bath bars instead of citric acid?...

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My classes at Voyageur Soap & Candle in October: Bath bombs & solid conditioner bars

As I mentioned the other day, I am so excited that my muscle spasms are at a point where I can offer classes again! I have missed spending time with people who love this craft as much as I do, and can’t way to get started! My first class at Voyageur Soap & Candle is...

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Comment catchup: Spectrastat G2 and bath bombs

In this post on Spectrastat G2, Ally D shared, So far I have had success with this in my shampoos. However, at 1% usage (recommended usage is 1-1.2%) it curdled my lotion emulsion! I was very disappointed to say the least. I may try to pre-mix it with a bit of the emulsion and then add...

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Weekday Wonderings: Is guar gum a good thickener for bath bombs? What’s the science behind bath bombs?

Wow! What a lovely outpouring of concern and help I’ve seen over the last few days. You’ve made amazing suggestions for how I can supplement my income and re-assured me that things happen for a reason. I totally believe they do, and I’m open to what can happen next. Please keep those ideas and thoughts...

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Weekend Wonderings: Modifying bath bombs

In this post on bath bombs, Emily ask: Can you use bio oil instead of vegetable or soy bean oil? Are you referring to this product, Bio-Oil? Yes, you could use any type of oil soluble ingredient or oil in a bath bomb. But I’m wondering why use this ingredient? It’s really really expensive, and...

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