The soap-making experiment

Soap-aking experiments are used for educational purposes or personal experiments, and it's important to keep safety first. Soaps are chemicals, so safety procedures must be strictly followed, and equipment and compounds must be handled accurately. Below, we will detail the materials, equipment, experimental procedures, and precautions required for soap-making experiments.

What you will need for the experiment:

Basic Safety Equipment:
Safety goggles, gloves, wearing protective clothing, etc.

Chemicals:
Cleaning agent or sodium citrate (NaOH)
Vegetable oil (such as olive oil)
Ethanol or isopropyl alcohol

Additives:
Spices, colors, petals, etc. (optional)

Containers and tools:
Stainless Steel Pot
Wooden or plastic spatula
Molds for making soap forms (silicone material recommended)

Experimental Method:

Safety Preparations:
Wear safety goggles, gloves, and protective clothing.
Ventilate the experimental area, turn off the fire for fire safety, and do not use gas stoves, etc.

Make the soap base mixture:
Dissolve a cleaning agent or sodium citrate in a saucepan.
Use a wooden spoon to slowly dissolve the vegetable oil and mix it together.

Add flavorings and colors (optional):
You can add flavorings or colors to get the scent and color you want.

To make the NaOH solution:
In another container, mix NaOH with water to make a NaOH solution.

Soap Forming Reaction:
Whisk the NaOH solution as you slowly add it to the soap mixture.
As the mixture becomes more concentrated, soap is formed.

Add additives (optional):
You can add spices, pigments, petals, etc., to achieve the desired effect.

To make the soap form:
Pour the formed soap into a silicone soap mold and spread it evenly.

Drying & Storage:
Remove the soap from the mold and let it dry.
Dry completely before storing in a storage container.

Notice:

Safety first:
When working with chemicals, safety is a top priority.

Precautions when dealing with NaOH:
NaOH is a strongly alkaline substance and should be handled with care and wearing safety gear.

Fire Prevention:
Experiments should be carried out in a safe environment without the use of fire.

Chemicals Caution:
When handling chemicals, use the correct amount and dispose of them correctly when you're done using them.

Use of Flavors and Colors with Caution:
When using fragrances or colors, be sure to use them in the right amount and avoid direct contact with the skin.

Keep containers and tools clean:
The containers and utensils used must be kept clean.

Soap-making experiments are fun activities for educational purposes, but they should be carried out in an appropriate environment with great attention to safety. If any abnormalities are detected during the experiment, the experiment should be stopped immediately and professional help should be sought.