beau's mama Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 I was making soap the other day & accidently added an ounce of FO pp of base instead of my usual 1/2 oz (1 TBS). The thing is, DH loved it! He said the scent stuck to his skin much better. I always though too much FO could be irritating, but since soap is a wash-off product...:undecided Any of you use more than an oz in 1# of M&P? Did it make your soap too soft? Did it irritate anyone that you know of?ThanksSharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmpressC Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 When I first started out using M&P, I would add 1oz PP. And it would irritate me in certain areas...but I have sensitive skin. Something to consider if you plan to sell your soap. Not everyone can tolerate a lot of FO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 I put up to 2-3 tsp FO in 1 lb M&P. 1 oz can be irratating to your skin. First time I made M&P I put too much FO in and my skin broke out with pimples. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tamsoycandles Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 I've been using 1/2 oz. pp in M&P soaps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firegirl Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 For most fo's I use about 1 Tablespoon.. very few need more and many can use less. hthTeri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairieannie Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 I've used up to an oz pp before and had no problems at all with it. My normal is about 1/2 oz pp like most folks, but some just need more! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawaiiansun Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 You should be ok. I usually use 1/2 oz but on some lighter scents I've gone up to 1 oz/pp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sockmonkey Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 I generally stick to about 1/2 oz per lb also, but have increased the amount on occasion. Never experienced any irritation from it, but I did notice a decrease in the amount of lather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beau's mama Posted June 28, 2007 Author Share Posted June 28, 2007 Thanks everyone!I do sometimes go a little over an oz if the fo is light, but I made this boo-boo while running my mouth on the phone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heaven Scents Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 I think it is personal preferance. I use a very small amount with my m&p. I use pipettes and put in 1/2 ml at a time. I haven't ever used 1 oz per pound of m&p. If your husband likes it and it doesn't bother him, give him what he likes. :smiley2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noodle Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 My customers could not handle an ounce per pound. I tried that on my own skin and it was flaming red. I think that it smells great, but I do not want to have to deal with rashes and returns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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