In episode 17, Anne-Marie Faiola dives into the art of scenting cold process soaps. She begins with a welcome and an introduction to the world of soap scenting, setting the stage for an exploration of both essential and fragrance oils. Anne-Marie discusses the extraction processes, benefits, and precautions associated with essential oils, followed by an examination of the composition and selection of fragrance oils. The episode encourages listeners to experiment with different scents, emphasizing personal preferences and creativity in their soapmaking journey. The episode wraps up with a conclusion and sign-off, leaving listeners inspired to craft uniquely scented soaps.

(0:00) Welcome and introduction to soap scenting

(1:09) Essential oils: Extraction, benefits, and precautions

(1:56) Fragrance oils: Composition and selection

(3:00) Experimentation and personal preferences in soap scents

(3:17) Episode conclusion and sign-off