Mayan Beauty Soap

This natural soap ingredient is great for artisans specializing in organic soap projects. From Etsy and eBay sellers, to Farmer's Market Crafters, there is great demand for natural skin products.

Our botanical soap base contains roughly 16% tannin content and possesses a vibrant purple color. And its uses are not limited to organic soap-making—other natural uses include but are not limited to: mimosa face-masks, skin exfoliation, & industrial staining projects.

Tannin properties may include:

1. Natural Colorants: Tannins can provide natural color variations in soap, giving it an earthy, organic appearance without the need for synthetic dyes.

2. Astringent Properties: Tannins are known for their astringent qualities, which might be beneficial in skin care products. They might help tighten and tone the skin, reducing pore size, and removing excess oil, making them suitable for inclusion in soaps intended for oily or acne-prone skin.

3. Antioxidant Effects: Tannins have antioxidant properties that can help protect the skin from free radical damage. Antioxidant-rich soaps can be marketed as anti-aging products, as they help to maintain skin health and appearance.

4. Antimicrobial Activity: The antimicrobial properties of tannins may contribute to the soap's ability to cleanse and protect the skin from various bacteria and fungi.

5. Natural Preservatives: Because of their potential antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, tannins may help extend the shelf life of organic soap products by inhibiting the growth of microorganisms and preventing oxidation.

6. Skin Conditioning: Tannins may have a conditioning effect on the skin, potentially leaving it feeling smooth and rejuvenated.

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Additional Ingredients Required for Mayan Soap:

• Mayan Soap - 56g
• Lye or Caustic soda- 180g
• Titanium dioxide powder - 11g
• Yogurt powder - 28g
• Aloe vera liquid - 437g
• Sodium Lactate - 34g
• Vitamin E - 17g
• Calendula powder - 14g
• Steric Acid - 51g
• Castor oil - 65g
• Coconut oil - 350g
• Emu oil - 90g
• Fragance oil- 65g
• Olive oil - 510g
• Optiphen- 43g
• Palm oil - 128g
• Sweet Almond oil - 128g

Mayan Soap Making Process

We recommend using glasses, gloves, and breathing masks for the soap making process, just to be safe.

• It is important to measure out and prepare all ingredients in advance. You won’t have time to measure the ingredients during the soap making process. Prepare all ingredients except for the caustic soda.
• Place the liquid aloe solution in a bowl. Measure the caustic soda and then carefully mix it into the aloe. Don’t do this the other way around because mixing the liquid into the powder will cause an adverse reaction. The mixture will heat up and react, which will start the Mayan Soap making process.
• Wait until the temperature of the mixture drops down to 38°C - 43°C before adding sodium lactate to the mixture. Carefully stir the mix until everything is properly incorporated.
• While this is happening, mix coconut oil and palm oil in a separate container and heat it gently. Stir until both oils have melted and incorporated fully.
• Add yogurt powder and the soft oils to the oil mixture carefully and stir until everything is incorporated. Make sure there are no lumps and the blend is smooth. Set this mixture aside to cool down to -43°.
• Mix the Mayan Soap base powder and calendula powder carefully while adding titanium dioxide to the mix. Titanium dioxide will lighten the color of the resultant soap and make it more appealing.
• After all the mixtures are cooled until they’re roughly of equal temperatures, add the first caustic soda and aloe mix to the mix of oils while stirring. Make sure all ingredients are incorporated.
• When the soap begins to emulsify or trace, add the other ingredients in quickly. Once all ingredients are mixed, pour the solution into soap molds.
• Insulate the soap molds with tea towels and set it aside to harden for at least 2 days. It is a good idea to cure the soap for at least a month before using it for the best results.

This recipe can be modified according to your liking so you can add some essential oils if desired.

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