Egg Yolk & Vanilla Bean Soap
*This post contains affiliate links. This means that I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases that help supports this soapmaking blog * I had read about using eggs in soapmaking very early in my days as a soapmaker. But the courage to try it came after I read the Egg Yolk & Vanilla Bean Soap recipe from the book ‘Simple & Natural Soapmaking’ by Jan Berry aka The Nerdy Farm Wife . So I tried it out recently and wanted to document my experiences for other soapmakers as well. Eggs have long been used in skincare for their various benefits. But in soapmaking, egg yolks contribute to additional fat and lecithin which contribute to a thick, rich and creamy lather. And before you ask me that burning question, “No, the soaps don’t stink!” Guidelines for using egg in soap Eggs are a good source of protein with traces of sulphur and iron. With heat, these nutrients can react unfavorably and cause curdling, discolour or cause weird odours. So it is important to...
