Layered melt and pour soap can separate if not done properly. This post shares how to make beautiful layered melt and pour soap that actually stays together.
Cut the soap into approximately 1/2 inch cubes. Divide the soap among your Pyrex measuring cups or glass bowls.
For the first layer, microwave the bowl of soap for 30 seconds. Watch the soap base carefully to be sure it does not overheat. If it starts to rise in the bowl, stop the microwave.
Stir. Continue to microwave the soap in 10-15 second intervals until almost melted. Stir to finish melting the soap.
Add a few drops of colorant to the bowl and a few drops of fragrance. Stir well. Pour into the soap mold.
Immediately spray a quick spritz of isopropyl alcohol on the soap to remove any bubbles. Allow the soap to cool a bit.
While this layer is cooling, repeat the procedure for the second layer. However, do not pour the second layer on top of the first layer until a skin has formed on the soap.
Once a skin has formed on the soap in the mold, check the temperature of the melted soap for the second layer. It should be between 130 and 140 degrees. If it is too cool, briefly microwave in 10 second intervals to heat it back up.
Just before pouring the second layer, spray the soap in the mold again with isopropyl alcohol. This (plus the correct temperature) is the secret to making melt and pour soap layers that don’t separate. Once the soap has a light coating of alcohol, immediately pour the next layer.
Keep repeating this process until you have poured as many layers as you desire. Don’t let the layers in the mold get too cool before pouring the next layer or you may still have some separation. The key is letting the skin develop, but the soap in the mold should still be warm.
Allow the soap to cool completely before attempting to remove the soap from the molds. I wait at least 4 hours. This may seem excessive, but it ensures the soap is totally cool.
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