Hello and welcome to the news members. Just passing to share a new experience. Does any one used Ghee’s butter in any type of formulation?!? I did and must say what a fast harden soap type... Now I’ll try to use in a facial cream because it’s fatty acid profile it’s amazing for hiper pigmentation issue. If you tried, I would love to know your experience. Happy formulations everyone 🫶🏾

Hello new friends, how you all doing?!? Wish to share a document about Ghee Butter in cosmetics. Also a big welcome to the new members. Hope to see your creations and learn more about you. Happy formulations, Love Petra, Afro-Beauty Academy

Hi everyone, My name is Petra, founder of Afro-Beauty Academy. I created this community to raise awareness about the toxic chemicals we have been exposed to for years and to inspire others to create their own natural skin and hair care products. I’m truly pleased to have you here, and I look forward to getting to know each of you and seeing your amazing creations :) Love Petra ❤️

Hello new friends. Just wish to welcome to the new members to this community and would love to wish a happy Sunday to everybody. Wish y’all the best, happiness and health. Happy Easter and happy formulations my friends. Love Petra, Afro-Beauty Academy ❤️

Hello everyone, how are you doing? A warm welcome to all the new members! I’d love to share another soap experience with you. Recently, I tried making a menthol salt soap bar, but I lost three batches because I forgot to cut the soap in time. Salt bars harden very quickly, so it’s important to check them within 4–5 hours after pouring. I left mine for 12 hours, and unfortunately, the soap crumbled apart. So, if you plan to make a salt bar, please keep this in mind and avoid the same mistake. I’ve also had a few questions about the amount of water used in soap making, so here’s a helpful tip: In soap making, we use a water-to-lye ratio. The minimum amount of water needed is equal to the amount of lye, which is called a 1:1 ratio. Some soap makers recommend a 2:1 water-to-lye ratio for the cold process and 3:1 for a hot process, but this is not a strict rule. The amount of water you use is completely up to your preference. Personally, I prefer using less water because it shortens the curing time and helps prevent glycerin rivers. My formulation also depends on what I want to create, whether it’s detailed designs, layers, or a simple soap. It also depends on the types of fats I use. If I use a higher amount of saturated fats (solid at room temperature), I may use more water. If I use more unsaturated fats (liquid at room temperature), I tend to use less water. I know many of you have experience in soap making, and I would love to hear your thoughts. What water ratio do you usually use? And don’t forget to share your soaps or any other formulations. Love Petra, Afro-Beauty Academy