Superfat Explained - Understanding 'Superfat' and 'Lye Discounting' in Handmade Soap Making
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- čas přidán 17. 03. 2021
- I have received many messages and comments over the years asking for clarification on the concept of 'superfat' in cold process soap making and soap recipe formulation. Here is my video on the subject, finally!
If you have asked yourself any of the following questions, then this video is for you:
◾ What is 'superfat' in soap making?
◾ How is superfat calculated?
◾ What is the difference between superfat and lye discount?
◾ Do I need extra oil for my superfat when I'm calculating my soap recipe in Soap Calc?
◾ How much superfat should I use for my soap recipe?
◾ What is wrong with a too high or too low superfat amount in my soap?
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I can finally understand superfat thanks to your simple and clear explanation. Thank you so much ❤
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Thank you so much Silvia, that's so nice to hear. Olive oil soaps are not the most popular worldwide, but I am a very big fan!
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thank you so much for your wonderful explanation. this made me much clear about superfat.
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Elly your fun "grooming" introduction to this video cracked me up - you are so vain......not!🤩 I found your instructional talk on super fats so interesting and appreciate your detailed, plain and simple delivery that we can all get our heads around. The award you proudly showed us is more than deserved. Congratulations! Thanks for recommending the book. I will definitely look via the link you provided.
Thank you, hehe, yes I thought some of you might enjoy that. I run everything like that past my husband, and he laughed (in a good way) so I went for it. Thanks again, glad you enjoyed it. Yes, that book is the best resource on soap making I've ever come across. It's designed like a chemistry textbook for high school students, but it's very useful - I have learned a lot from it so far and am only a third of the way through!
Thank you for explaining this so well! I enjoy learning from you. I just used your 100% coconut oil w/25% superfat recipe today. I made a small batch to see how we like it. I'm excited to see how it turns out.
so how did it turn out? What area do you live im curious how humidity and cold/hot areas affect soap on skin especially coconut oil and how soap just turns out.
@@houseofdc9867 The soap turned out great. I made more than one batch. added some rose clay in one batch and I added some activated charcoal and tea tree oil in another one for my grandson...to help with acne. He really like it for his face and even has asked for more. So that tells you a lot. :) We live in Georgia so it's more hot and humid than some other places.
Thanks so much Elly. I've been in search of superfating explanation for so long. You just made my day with this video. It's my 1st time on your channel and I have subscribed already. Thank you.
Your lectures on different topics of soap making are amazing!!! I have started soap making just a year back and learnt so many things by watching your CZcams videos… Thank you so much for this wonderful video on super fat.. love to watch all your videos
Thank you for this clarification on superfatting oil. We had no idea at first. You're doing a great job. More blessings.
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Thank you Jules!
Oh, this is incredible, Elly! I’m with you on this technical side. Not being a chemist, I have still really grasped this concept through this video! Thank you so much!
Thank you so much, I'm so happy you're enjoying the channel and finding it helpful :)
So appreciated your explanation of super fatting/ lye discounting. I am a novice soap maker and loving this craft. You have made grasping the principles of soap making so much more interesting and manageable.
Thank you, I have seen others adding superfats, so I am pleased you covered this. I was hoping to see your whiteboard in use :) maybe building up the excitement! Is the way to go. :) Good lesson.
Thank you Peter, you know, I tried to use the whiteboard but it wouldn't fit in this space! Nevermind, I'll be sure to get it out again. Was too overcast and dark in the kitchen that day :)
Wooow, this is perfect timing right when I’m about to start formulating
Ooh, great timing!
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Thank you Joyce, you're welcome :)
Elly, seeing your congratulations from CZcams for 100,000 viewers and your expression of gratitude literally brought tears to my eyes~ believe me, the gratitude is mutual. I love reading the comments, as I learn a lot from all the questions and answers, and it's also heartwarming to read all the kudos to you!!! It actually boggles my mind how you keep up with all of them here on CZcams, as well as your website, sheesh! Thanks so much for this video ~ superfat ~ super helpful!
Thanks so much Darlene, that means a lot to me! It's getting harder and harder to keep up here, but we'll see how things go. I might not be able to answer comments on older videos for much longer.
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That's so wonderful. Thank you.
Thank you for explaining this! I did an online course and I still didn’t understand what super fat really meant until now. I’m just starting my soap making journey, I’m so glad I found your channel :)
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OMG! Thank you VERY much Elly for extensively explaining Superfat! I've been making cold process & hot process soap for 1 year. I've watch many videos and ready on this subject and couldn't quit understand it until watching this video! I do add a Superfat at end of cooking my hot process but learned by watching one of your other videos, just do a 5% Superfat in my CP soaps since I add coconut or goat milk that has added fat. I love all of your videos! You're a great coach. Thanks again.💛
Thanks Marlene!
Thank you Elly, I learned a lot from you! Can't wait to see more videos from you. Sending lots of love from Indonesia
Hi Elly, I just wanted to say I've been watching your videos and adore your scientific approach, it makes it so much easier. I trained as a scientist but don't work in my field and was diagnosed with ADHD later in life, it turned my life upside down, but seeing videos like yours make things so much smoother for me when I'm trying to teach myself something. Much love and best wishes from England, Sal.
Thanks so much Sal, that's wonderful to hear.
You should be given the best award!!! You deserve a lot more!! Thanks for all. Greetings from Greece. Love you......
Thank you Dimitra!
Thank you so much for taking the time to explain this to us...I have been watching your videos and I am going to attempt to make some soap this weekend. I want to make sure that I know what I am doing before I try it! I really appreciate your soap channel.
You are amazing Elly. The only person that I know who really share your knowledge with others in a clearly and generous way. God bless you my dear. Thank you so much for your videos. 🥰😍😘
Thank you Clarice! Glad you enjoyed it :)
Thank you so much for taking your time to clarify this issue! There has always been an interrogation in my mind about the meaning of "superfat". This is one of the reasons I think you're an actual Educator in soap- making.
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God gives you lot's of joy and happiness
Thank you Elly..you are the best, I started to making soap and now I'm here.You're the best teacher.
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Thank you Elly, you and Lisa from 'I Dream in Soap' give such good tutorial type videos that really help beginners (and probably others) to understand how and why certain things work.
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That is lovely! Thank you so much. :)
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Thank you so much Kathleen!
I love your technical research and sharing them out. They are easy to understand too. Thank you so much. I will definitely buy the book as you recommended. I have been watching your videos every day and they are so inspiring. 😊
Oh, thank you so much for your support! Glad you're enjoying my videos. :)
I have seen folks use both methods, which further confused me. Thank you for clearing it up, and thank you for your content. ✨🌹
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Oh thanks Ramiro, me too!
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Thank you Maggie!! That's so wonderful. I appreciate your comment very much. Happy soap making!
Thank you for this video! I am still VERY new at soap making, and this video was super educational and interesting😊 I certainly learned a few new things that are really going to come in handy when I make a few batches this weekend! Keep the videos coming, I LOVE your soapmaking videos where you use fresh fruits/vegetables, and natural ingredients. Keep the videos coming!!! 😁
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Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed it :)
Hi Elly, I absolutely love watching your videos. You explain the concepts very clearly and really thankful to you for the knowledge you share open-handed🙏.
I am new in soap making. Looking at various fatty acids with numbers in soap calc gives me lots of confusion. If possible, please make a video on different fatty acids like oleic acid, lenoleic acid etc. in soap making, whats the difference they make to soaps and overall how they affect our skin when used in soaps.
Thanks, yes I'm working up to a video on that :)
Thank you Elly! You explained it so well!
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Made my first batch of soap using your beginner recipe and I've learnt soooo much with your teachings and I thank you soooo much 😘 😘
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Thanks Kit!
I have watched/read maybe 20 different explanations of super fat, but this is the first that made it click. I now fully understand it, so thank you so much. Subscription earned!
Thanks Harrison!
I have only made soap twice but I have always wondered what lye discount in many recipes but your explanation is SOOOOOOO understandable, THANK YOU!!!!
Thanks Christopher, I'm very happy to hear that :)
Thank you SO much! That’s always confused me and you explained it so well!!
Ur recipes and explanations are simply superb !!! Trying your basic recipes
I so appreciate your explanation and the time you take to put this information out there. I love your videos. I'm just beginning in soap making and have watched all of your videos. You are so helpful and do a great job, you have really opened my mind to options and possibilities. Thank you so much.
Thanks so much Tammera, I appreciate your feedback, that's really great to hear.
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Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! This was the absolute the best explanation of "Superfats". I now feel more confident in my soap making journey.
Wonderful!
Muchas gracias Elly, me viene muy bien toda esa explicación técnica, ya que primero viene el entusiasmo por hacer los jabones, pero luego es importante saber qué se está haciendo y cómo se está haciendo, asique gracias por tomarte el tiempo para explicarnos con tanta claridad, paciencia, responsabilidad y ganas.
Thank you so much, that's really nice feedback. (thanks to Google Translate!)
Thank you so much for clearing this up! Your videos are the ultimate BEST!
Thank you!
Thank you so much for explaining this in such a clear and concise way! This is exactly what I've been looking for. Thanks again, happy soaping!
You're very welcome!
Found this super informative. You are literally a saviour. Thanks for the easy explanation
You're welcome!
Thank you so much, Elly, I had no idea what superfast meant. I made the first batch of soap 2 weeks ago using olive oil and coconut oil using someone else's recipe, but I first watched a few of your videos which were very informative. I have ventured out and bought some white clay and shea butter after seeing that you use those ingredients as well. Much gratitude for sharing your information and experience. I always sought out homemade soaps for personal use and can now make my own. Happy happy me.
This is the first video I’ve come across that REALLY explains superfatting. I’ve been so confused by superfatting from watch so many soap maker videos. Thank you so much for your in depth explanation. I’m now confident in just sticking to adding my 5% superfat in the calculator.
Awesome feedback, thank you!
Wow, thank you for this! I did find the calculators soooo intimidating!!!!
Thank you, thank you so much for generously taking the time to share such good information. I have donated on your Web site.
Thanks so much Lesley! You're very welcome.
Thank you so much for clarification on the super fat issue, my brain had been struggling with it. I feel much better about going forward with my recipes ☺️
Thanks again you deserve utube award....love soap making.u helped me a lot
My pleasure 😊
This is an excellent explanation! Took all the mystery out of it!!!
Fantastic! Thanks Veronica.
great video, it really answered all my questions about choosing a lye discount percentage
So glad to find your channel. I learn a lot from you. Thank you
Thank you for the lovely comment. Glad my channel is helping. :)
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! For sharing your experience and knowledge ~ every video has been educational! And I have added the book to my "To Buy" list! You are awesome!
Excellent explanation of super fats. I've watched your earlier videos on this topic, and this one answered all my open questions, as usual gr see at job!
I can always understand your explanations, thank you for sharing this information. I enjoy your videos!
Grt mam!!!! Had doubts abt this superfat for long time… got clarified.. thanks a ton
Well deserved! Congratulations! Thanks for the inspiration and the knowledge
Thanks so much!
Hi Elly, thanks so much for making such useful content!
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thank you so much for your lovely feedback. I appreciate it. :)
Great and Informative video. I could say you've earned the title Mwalimu Elly (Mwalimu in Swahili is Teacher).
You've answered the questions that are confusing for a beginner soap maker, it's like you read our minds. Many thanks for the video.
Was thinking last night about this topic & like magic you pop up as a recommended watch with the answer. I harvested and froze some Aloe Vera yesterday & today I make soap. 2nd ever batch. My first was high in coconut oil & thanks to you I know understand why I didn’t love it. I’ll still use coconut oil, just in smaller amounts. Thanks for all the knowledge & super friendly delivery!
You are "super-honest"!!! You don't try to make people think you know things you don't really know! Congratulations!!!
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I always learn so much from your videos..... thank you!
Thanks Pat, you're welcome!
My dear you are a god send. I took an entire course that wasn't as effective as you are.
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Thank you! 😃
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Oh thank you Mercy! So wonderful for me to hear. I love hearing from people from Nigeria - I am lucky to have a few fans there! :)
Thanks Elly that is now really clear
I tried to make my own bar of honey oatmeal soap today, thankyou Elly for all the recipes and explanation😍😍
A very, very, very intetesting video and so very well explained. Super! Very useful. Thank you.
Thanks Frits :)
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Thank you so much Elly for explaining it so well. Many many thanks :)
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Thanks so much, wow!
That’s some good information right there. I’m a fairly new soaper and haven’t read any books on the subject yet. So thank you for sharing your knowledge to people like me. I subbed and will be watching all your videos 👍🏻✌🏻❤️
Thank you.
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Thanks :)
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Thanks Janeze :)
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Thanks Martine :)
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