Hey Bulkers! Today we’ve got a peppermint calendula soap recipe that’s sure to ‘WOW’!
It’s simple to make but looks impressive with delicate calendula petals scattered over the top as the finishing touch. Infused with calendula oil, it’s packed full of skin-healing benefits while invigorating and awakening the senses with peppermint essential oil.
It’s a good one! All the ingredients can be purchased here!
Ingredients:
- 4 lbs. Shaving SFIC MP Base (this makes a nice, thick lather)
- 1 TBS Peppermint Essential Oil
- 1/2 cup Sweet Almond Oil
- Calendula Petals
- Silicone Loaf Pan
This is the Peppermint essential oil I used. It smells fantastic!
As mentioned, this calendula soap recipe is infused with calendula oil. First, you’ll need to make a batch (don’t worry, it’s super easy). If you only plan to use the infused oil for this recipe, just make a small batch like I did.
Calendula Oil Directions
If you have time to spare, mix the carrier oil (I used sweet almond oil) with a small bunch of petals and place it in a clear jar. Set the jar by a window and allow the oil to infuse in the sun for several days.
However, if you’re short on time, or just making a very small batch (like I did), you can infuse the oil using heat! In a small saucepan, heat the oil and petals over low for about 10-15 minutes. Be very careful not to boil or burn the oil! Just use very low heat for a gradual infusion. Then, you can remove from heat and allow to cool to room temp before use.
Soap Making Directions
In a heat-safe bowl, melt the soap base in the microwave until all cubes have dissolved into an even liquid.
Next, remove from the microwave and stir in the essential oil.
Now, for the infused oil that you made! To this base, add 1-2 tablespoons of calendula oil. MP soap bases are packed with nourishing oils so you don’t need to add much when working with them.
Carefully pour the soap mixture into a prepared mold. I used a silicone loaf pan, but feel free to use other mold shapes and designs if you’d like to.
Immediately sprinkle the remaining calendula petals over the top of the soap. You want to do this step quickly after pouring as the soap will begin to set pretty fast and you want the petals to stick.
Finally, allow the finished soap to cool and set completely before taking it out of the mold. Cut the block into even slices (mine are about 1/2 inches thick) and package in clear cello bags to showcase just how pretty they are!
Let us know if you try out this recipe or any others from our blog!
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As with all products, users should test a small amount prior to normal extended use. If pregnant or suffering from illness, consult a doctor before use.
Bet it is great to bath with !!!
You’re right Linda; it’s great!
Can I purchase all of these supplies from you?
Do I have to use Sweet Almond oil or can I use Jojoba or Grapeseed oil? Thanks!
You can substitute it with any carrier oil of your preference!
Can you put flowers in the soap?
Yes!
How much almond oil do you use? Thansk
1/2 cup of Almond Oil.
will the calendula flowers get brown after a while?
Over time the color of the Calendula flowers will change.
The silicon mold needs something special to unmold the soap when it is cold?
You can try twist it from left to right to loosen the soap in the mold. Hope this helps!
Any advice on how to get the flowers inside (middle) of the soap?? Also can we sub with the honey mp base??
You can try putting int he flowers first, then pouring some of the base over it, leaving a bit of room to the top. After that, you can use a toothpick to reposition the flowers if they float to the top, then add some more of the base for a smoother finish to the top. You can also try a layer approach, where you add the base, let it dry for about 20-30 minutes, add the flowers to the top, then add some base, let it dry for about 20-30 minutes, and finish off with another layer of the soap base. You can sure try the Honey SFIC Glycerin Melt and Pour Soap Base.
Hope this helps!
Good evening
What size loaf mold did you use? Can I use a 10lb loaf mold? After the flowers are infused in the almond oil are we to just pour the oil into the M&P? Do we need to use all 4lbs?