Thoughts and ideas from the world of Majestic Mountain Sage.

Cold Process Soap

Summer is coming and our Technical Support Team is getting some fabulous questions regarding how to get into soap making and how to make great soap. I am always thrilled when I hear another person is wanting to learn how to make soap. If you are just starting on this […]

Starting with Soap – Day 1

April 27, 2015 in Cold Process Soap / Soap by Taylor

Valentine’s is almost here and I am so excited. I love seeing everything decorated in pinks, reds, purples and white. I love see the romantic gestures and love seeing people out for a quiet dinner with each other. Okay, I admit it. I am a hopeless romantic. I still read […]

Just for Her – Pretty in Pink Soap

February 3, 2015 in Cold Process Soap / Soap by Taylor

I had a lot of fun experimenting with honey and beeswax in soap. But what about putting them together? What kinds of risks and challenges might one face? What will the finished soap be like? Today, I wanted to make a soap containing both honey and beeswax so that we […]

Honey and Beeswax Soap

November 6, 2014 in Cold Process Soap / Soap by Taylor

Yesterday we made soap with honey in it. I had so much fun with it, I had to continue along the same train of thought. What happens when you add beeswax to soap? Why would you add beeswax to soap? What does it feel like? Let’s answer this question and […]

Beeswax in Soap

November 5, 2014 in Cold Process Soap / Soap by Taylor

Honey is a fantastic substance. It is great sweetener and a natural humectant. It is fabulous drizzled over baked goods or one’s morning oatmeal. It is also terrific in cosmetics and masks. So how do we incorporate a little more honey into our lives? How about in our soap? Curious? So why […]

Honey in Soap

November 4, 2014 in Cold Process Soap / Soap by Taylor

Today I wanted to make a bar of soap containing tea tree essential oil, rosemary oleoresin and clay. All of these things have been marketed for aiding in the prevention and cure of acne. But how does one approach a product that with one misplaced word can land you right […]

Tea Tree, Rosemary and Clay Soap Bar

October 31, 2014 in Cold Process Soap / Soap by Taylor

When I came back from China, I brought back a wealth of knowledge and experiences really have changed my perspective on life, lifestyles, culture and food. People ask about my adventures abroad but there is so much to tell, I hardly know where to begin! I often start with the […]

Ginger and Silk Soap

October 30, 2014 in Cold Process Soap / Soap by Taylor

Yesterday I gave a small preview for today’s soap. I talked about how I had a hard time getting my soap out of the mold. I still can’t get it out of the mold and it is annoying me to no end! So much for greasing it with mineral oil. […]

Megan’s Pumpkin Soap

October 28, 2014 in Cold Process Soap / Soap by Taylor

Halloween in bearing down upon us and I thought I would have a great blog this morning of a cute pumpkin inspired soap done in my PVC mold. After having the plunger pounded on, pushed on and almost pulverized, I discovered something I wish I had known earlier. It generally […]

A Learning Lesson with Molds

October 27, 2014 in Cold Process Soap / Soap / Thoughts from The Sage by Taylor

I haven’t even sent samples of this soap down to the shipping department and I can already hear the cries of intrigue, revulsion and curiosity about today’s project. Eggs? In soap? Why would ANYONE be so crazy as to want to add an egg to the soap?! Well, adding eggs […]

Cluck, cluck! Egg Soap Anyone?

October 15, 2014 in Cold Process Soap / Soap by Taylor

About two weeks ago, I announced that Rosemary 2% and 5% both have saponification values. I must admit, I was rather startled how high those saponification values were. If you missed the post, read up on it here! Today I wanted to make two soaps comparing the Rosemary Oleoresin 2% […]

Rosemary Oleoresin 2% and 5% in soap

October 4, 2014 in Cold Process Soap / Product Assistance by Taylor

Soap after 24 hours and ready to cut. — I remember being a teen and having braces. While they were uncomfortable to wear, I remember helping my mom make batches of soft, melt-in-your-mouth caramel that I could eat without damaging my braces. One time, we made a mistake and ended up with a fantastic caramel sauce that was delicious […]

Caramel Apple Cold Process Soap

September 25, 2014 in Cold Process Soap / Fragrances / Soap by Andee