Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen

Anne-Marie Faiola
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All the fundamentals of making cold process soap from scratch with lye and oil; make all natural sustainable soap from scratch for yourself of start a side hustle selling soap.

  1. Essential Oils Enhance Your Life

    07/13/2025

    Essential Oils Enhance Your Life

    In episode 146 of Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen, Anne-Marie Faiola delves into the world of essential oils, focusing on their scarcity and value. The episode begins with a warm welcome and introduction to essential oils, setting the stage for a deeper exploration. Anne-Marie discusses the factors contributing to the scarcity and value of these oils, providing insight into their unique market dynamics. She then offers a practical segment on making a linen spray and incorporating essential oils into body care products, adding a hands-on element. The episode concludes with a roundup of resources and a thoughtful conclusion, equipping listeners with valuable information for their soapmaking endeavors.

    3 min
  2. Palm Oil in Soapmaking and Essential Oil Safety

    07/12/2025

    Palm Oil in Soapmaking and Essential Oil Safety

    In episode 145 of Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen, Anne-Marie Faiola delves into diverse topics crucial for soapmakers. The episode begins with an introduction, leading into a discussion on the role of palm oil in soapmaking, addressing its benefits, controversies, and potential alternatives. Following a sponsor message from Bramble Berry, Anne-Marie provides essential oil safety guidelines, emphasizing proper usage. She then clarifies the differences between weight and volume in crafting, vital for accurate measurements. A DIY hot oil hair treatment recipe is shared, adding a personal care touch. The episode also covers photography tips to enhance soap business marketing. It concludes with a sponsor mention, offering additional resources for listeners.

    13 min
  3. Lori Nova’s Top Ten Essential Oils

    07/02/2025

    Lori Nova’s Top Ten Essential Oils

    In episode 144 of Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen, Anne-Marie Faiola explores the aromatic world of essential oils in soapmaking. The episode kicks off with a warm welcome and introduction, setting the stage for a comprehensive overview of essential oils. Anne-Marie shares her top ten essential oils, highlighting their unique properties and benefits. She also discusses her favorite essential oil combinations, providing listeners with inspiration for creating custom scents. Usage calculations are covered, ensuring safe and effective incorporation of essential oils into soap recipes. The episode concludes with a sponsor message from BrambleBerry.com, offering additional resources for soapmakers.

    4 min
  4. How to Prevent Fading & Browning

    07/01/2025

    How to Prevent Fading & Browning

    In episode 143 of Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen, Anne-Marie Faiola addresses the common challenge of soap discoloration and offers practical strategies to maintain the appearance of handmade soap. The episode begins with a warm welcome and introduction, setting the stage for the discussion. Anne-Marie then delves into techniques for preventing soap discoloration, emphasizing the importance of ingredient selection and storage conditions. She shares tips on maintaining soap's visual appeal, ensuring that finished products remain vibrant and attractive. The episode wraps up with a conclusion and a message from the episode's sponsor, providing additional resources for soapmakers.

    3 min
  5. Finding the Perfect Purple

    06/21/2025

    Finding the Perfect Purple

    In episode 142 of Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen, Anne-Marie Faiola explores the creative process of crafting wedding soap favors. She begins with an introduction to the episode's theme, focusing on the art of color experimentation in soapmaking. The discussion includes insights into effective color blending techniques and the challenges posed by discontinued supplies. Anne-Marie presents her final color choices for the wedding favors, offering inspiration for listeners seeking to personalize their soap creations. The episode concludes with closing remarks, summarizing the key points and encouraging soapmakers to embrace creativity in their projects.

    3 min
  6. The Art Of Natural Dye

    06/20/2025

    The Art Of Natural Dye

    In episode 141 of Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen, Anne-Marie Faiola delves into the fascinating world of natural dyeing. The episode begins with an introduction to natural dyeing, discussing the various factors that affect color outcomes in the dyeing process. Anne-Marie explains the concept of weight of goods (WOG) and the importance of light-fastness in achieving lasting colors. She provides an overview of common natural dyes, including onion skins, weld, cochineal, madder root, and indigo. The episode also covers the essential processes of scouring and mordanting, necessary for successful dyeing. Fun facts about dyeing techniques are shared, providing intriguing insights into this colorful craft.

    6 min
  7. What are Water White Fragrance Oils?

    06/18/2025

    What are Water White Fragrance Oils?

    In episode 140 of Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen, Anne-Marie Faiola introduces the concept of water white fragrance oils, highlighting their benefits in soapmaking. She compares water white fragrance oils to essential oils, offering guidance on when each type is best utilized in crafting soap. The episode also explores creative applications for non-water white fragrance oils, expanding the possibilities for soapmakers. Anne-Marie concludes by showcasing Bramble Berry's selection of fragrance oils and resources, providing listeners with a valuable source for enhancing their soapmaking endeavors.

    3 min
  8. HSCG Conference Guest Post: Kevin Dunn AKA Dr. McSoapy

    06/17/2025

    HSCG Conference Guest Post: Kevin Dunn AKA Dr. McSoapy

    In episode 139 of Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen, Anne-Marie Faiola delves into the chemistry of soapmaking, focusing on the role of triacylglycerides and their transformation during the process. The episode provides a detailed exploration of lye, discussing its significance in creating heavy soap, its impact on pH levels, and the concept of lye discounting. Anne-Marie offers insights into these core elements, emphasizing their importance in crafting high-quality soap. The episode concludes with a nod to BrambleBerry.com as a sponsor, highlighting their valuable resources for soapmakers looking to enhance their skills and knowledge.

    3 min
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All the fundamentals of making cold process soap from scratch with lye and oil; make all natural sustainable soap from scratch for yourself of start a side hustle selling soap.

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  • Creator
    Anne-Marie Faiola
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    146
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Soapmaking 101 with the Soap Queen
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