Soaping Terms

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These are the terms used in making soap.  Note that I gathered these terms from the internet and books for informational purposes only. Also, note that my "Tagalog" words are not direct translation of English definition of each term but merely an explanation base on my own understanding.

SODIUM LACTATE is a liquid salt that is naturally derived from the natural fermentation of sugars found in corn and beets. In food, Sodium Lactate may be used as a preservative, acting as an inhibitor of bacteria growth. In CP soap, Sodium Lactate helps to produce a harder bar of soap that lasts longer in the shower. Because Sodium Lactate is a salt, it is a natural humectant, providing moisture. This makes it a great additive to lotions, typically replacing glycerin in the recipe. 

Usage rate: .5% - 4%, or 1 tsp per pound of oils.
Usage Instructions: Add Sodium Lactate to your water phase (cooled Lye water) when making Cold Process Soap.
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Tagalog: Ito pa ay nakakatulog upang patigasin ang inyong ginagawang sabon at mapanatili ng matagal na gamitan. Maari nyo po itong ihalo kasama ng inyong iba pang mga sangkap.

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SAPONIFICATION, the reaction between the lye solution and the oils. It also mean"to turn into soap".

Tagalog: Ang pinagsamang reaksyon ng lye at water (LYE ay isa sa pangalan ng  CAUSTIC SODA) at ng mga oil na sangkap.

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