Coconut Oil Melt and Pour Soap Recipe No Lye
An easy, no-lye melt-and-pour bar soap recipe, perfect for beginners. Enjoy this rich and moisturizing coconut oil bar soap in your home, or give it as a beautiful and unique gift.
Servings: 12 Soap Bars
Equipment
- Double boiler (or saucepan)
- Thermometer optional
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Coconut oil soap base
- 40-50 drops Essential oils for fragrance You can also use skin-safe fragrance oil.
- Liquid dye for coloring Use skin-safe dye.
Instructions
- Start by cutting up the coconut oil soap base into small, evenly-sized cubes.
- Slowly melt the soap base over low heat in a double boiler, stirring occasionally. If using a thermometer, aim to keep the temperature at or below 150°F to preserve the soap's quality.
- Add your essential oils for fragrance once the soap base has melted completely. I use 20 drops of helichrysum, 20 drops of juniper berry, and 10 drops of jasmine.
- Divide the melted soap base equally into three different pouring containers. You'll have a separate container for each of your chosen three colors. Drip the dye into each container, beginning with 10-15 drops, mixing thoroughly, and then adjusting until you achieve your desired hue.
- Prepare your silicone mold and alternate pouring each color into the mold to create a marbled effect.
- Continue the layering process until all colors have been used. To create a swirled marble effect, use a skewer to swirl the top layer.
- Allow the soap to harden completely before removing it from the mold and slicing it into bars.
Notes
I do recommend allowing the individual bars to set overnight before using. This ensures they are completely dry and ready to use.
Store bars in a cool, dry place away from sunlight to extend shelf life.
I’ve included step-by-step images in the post above for visual guidance. If you would rather watch, I’ve included the complete step-by-step video tutorial here in the recipe card!