Cara Membuat Sabun Organik di Rumah

Summary

This tutorial demonstrates how to make organic coffee soap using simple, natural ingredients found at home. The process, known as cold-process soap making, involves mixing oils like olive, palm, and coconut with caustic soda, then adding coffee for exfoliation. The tutorial emphasizes safety precautions, particularly when handling caustic soda, and highlights the benefits of using natural ingredients. The soap can be customized with essential oils or left unscented for sensitive skin. After the soap sets for 24 hours and cures for 3-4 weeks, it’s ready to use or gift.

Takeaways

• 🧼 The video is a tutorial on how to make organic coffee soap that can also be used for scrubbing.
• 💰 The ingredients are inexpensive (around 35,000 rupiah), but the tools like the hand blender and mold can be costly.
• ⚖️ Important tools include a hand blender, mold, digital scale, and protective gear (gloves and masks) due to the use of caustic soda.
• 🥛 The recipe requires precise measurements: 250 grams of water, 115 grams of caustic soda, 320 grams of olive oil, and 240 grams each of palm and coconut oil.
• ☕ Coffee is used as an exfoliant, and the amount can be adjusted based on personal preference for scrub texture.
• 👩‍🔬 The caustic soda must be mixed with water and allowed to cool to room temperature before being combined with the oils.
• 🍶 The mixture is blended using a hand blender to achieve a thick consistency, ensuring no lumps are present.
• 👷‍♀️ After blending, the soap mixture is poured into molds and left to set for 24 hours.
• ⏳ Once set, the soap is cut into pieces and left at room temperature for 3-4 weeks to cure before use.
• 🎁 The final product is natural, chemical-free, and can be personalized with essential oils for fragrance. It makes a great gift or personal soap.

Q & A

What type of soap is being made in this tutorial?

The tutorial is about making organic coffee soap, which can also be used for scrubbing.

What makes this coffee soap safe for sensitive skin?

The coffee soap does not contain SLS or chemicals, and the creator does not use added fragrances, making it safe for those with sensitive skin.

What are the key ingredients needed to make the coffee soap?

The key ingredients include olive oil, palm oil, coconut oil, coffee, water, and caustic soda. Gloves and masks are also required due to the hazardous nature of caustic soda.

What are the essential tools needed for this soap-making process?

The tools required include a hand blender, mold, digital scale, measuring cup, containers, gloves, and a mask.

Why is it necessary to wear gloves and a mask during the soap-making process?

It is important to wear gloves and a mask because caustic soda is a hazardous ingredient that can be dangerous if handled without protection.

How should the caustic soda mixture be prepared?

The caustic soda (115 grams) should be mixed with 250 grams of water, and the mixture needs to be cooled to room temperature after stirring because it becomes very hot.

How much coffee should be added to the soap mixture?

The amount of coffee is customizable based on preference. For a rougher scrub, more coffee can be added. In this tutorial, two tablespoons of coffee were used.

What is the importance of achieving a thick consistency when mixing the ingredients?

Achieving a thick consistency is crucial because it ensures the soap mixture is properly blended and ready to be poured into the mold. It prevents lumps and ensures even texture.

What is the cold-process method described in the tutorial?

The cold-process method involves pouring the soap mixture into a mold and letting it set for 24 hours. Afterward, the soap needs to cure at room temperature for 3-4 weeks before it can be used.

Can you add fragrances to this soap? What should you be cautious of?

Yes, you can add essential oils like lavender for fragrance, but the creator advises caution because fragrances may be risky for those with sensitive skin. The soap already has a natural coffee scent.