Yes, you can add shea butter to melt and pour soap. Shea butter is a popular additive to melt and pour soap because it adds moisturizing properties and can help create a rich, creamy lather.
Here's how to add shea butter to your melt and pour soap:
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Start by melting your soap base according to the manufacturer's instructions.
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Once the soap base has melted, add in the desired amount of shea butter. A good starting point is 1 tablespoon of shea butter per pound of soap base.
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Stir the soap base and shea butter mixture until the shea butter has completely melted and incorporated into the soap.
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Add in any other desired additives, such as fragrance oils, colorants, or exfoliants, and stir until everything is evenly mixed.
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Pour the soap mixture into your soap mold and let it cool and harden completely.
By adding shea butter to your melt and pour soap, you can create a luxurious bar that is moisturizing and has a creamy lather.
