Help & FAQ

About Sweating Soap

Soap can perspire due to two primary factors:

a) When you've crafted the soaps and left them uncovered to air-dry, and then it begins to rain. Prolonged and heavy rainfall can cause the atmospheric moisture to interact with the soap's inherent glycerine (which is hydroscopic and draws moisture), giving the soap a "sweaty" appearance.

b) Occasionally, after creating a batch of soaps, one or two might differ. This is typically due to overheating. When you melt a larger quantity of soap, it usually doesn't overheat. However, the final remnants in your jug or pot, especially when remelted, are more prone to excessive heat. This can cause the soap to lose moisture, which it then attempts to regain from the atmosphere once it has solidified.

Hence, it's vital to avoid overheating your soap. During the melting process, it shouldn't produce steam or come to a boil. Moreover, if there's a sudden change to rainy weather, ensure you promptly cover your soaps to prevent them from "sweating."

If your soaps do sweat, don't worry! Just wipe them down, wrap them up, and they'll be as good as new. They're not ruined; they just require a bit of care.