No Lye, No Soap — The Science Explained

Ingredient Breakdown - Lye

The most satisfying part of making real soap from scratch - pouring my handmade lye into organic coconut oil, olive oil, shea butter, and castor oil. This is where chemistry meets craftsmanship and simple ingredients begin transforming into traditional handmade soap. #naturalsoap #soapmaking #homestead #lye #satisfying

How Animal Fat and Lye Become Traditional Handmade Soap

How to Make a Lye Bath for Cast Iron Restoration (Step-by-Step)

In this video I show you how to make lye from hardwood wood ash using pickling lime - something nobody else has successfully shown on camera. I use a vinegar titration with to measure the exact concentration of my lye solution, taking the guesswork out of the process completely. Next video I'll be concentrating the solution and making soap with it. Natural handmade soap available at reallyeco.org. #lye #soapmaking #homestead #chemistry #naturalsoap

Why Sodium Hydroxide Makes Pretzels Better

In this video, I make lye from ash, test the strength through titration, and convert it into liquid soap through saponification. If you’re into DIY soap making, homestead chemistry, or natural cleaning methods, this is the process behind it. Let me know if you have any questions. Find our soap and more at reallyeco.org or reallyeco.etsy.com #soapmaking #lye #chemistry #naturalsoap #homestead