In episode 104 of Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen, Anne-Marie Faiola explores the intriguing world of salts in soapmaking and skincare. The episode opens with an introduction to the role of salts and their benefits in enhancing soap and skincare products. Anne-Marie then reviews various types of salts, including Epsom and Dead Sea salts, and shares recipes that incorporate these ingredients. The discussion extends to the use of Pink Himalayan sea salt and its unique properties in soapmaking. Additionally, she provides an overview and tutorial on dendritic salt, highlighting its applications. The episode wraps up with a summary and sponsor mention from Bramble Berry, offering listeners valuable insights into utilizing salts in their soapmaking endeavors.
(0:00) Introduction to salts in soapmaking and skincare
(0:22) Various types of salts and their benefits
(1:15) Recipes using Epsom and Dead Sea salts
(2:44) Pink Himalayan sea salt in soapmaking
(3:31) Dendritic salt overview and tutorial
(4:15) Conclusion and Sponsor: Bramble Berry