Soap Structure & Function
Potassium Hydroxide
Benefits: Saponification agent that converts oils to soap.
Why Selected: Completely consumed in the soap-making process, leaving no residue while creating proper pH.
Sodium Stearate
Benefits: Emulsifier and thickening agent derived from vegetable oils.
Why Selected: Creates proper structure and consistency in the final product.
Palmitic Acid
Benefits: Creates hardness and stability in soap formulation.
Why Selected: Derived from palm oil, it helps create a long-lasting bar with stable lather.
Lauric Acid
Benefits: Creates creamy lather and provides cleansing properties.
Why Selected: Derived from coconut oil, offering natural antimicrobial properties.
Myristic Acid
Benefits: Enhances cleansing and lathering properties.
Why Selected: Works synergistically with other fatty acids to create optimal soap texture.
Sucrose
Benefits: Natural humectant that attracts moisture.
Why Selected: Enhances moisturizing properties while supporting proper soap structure.
