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Fatty Acids Decoded "The Big Oily Book" for Soap Makers
Fatty Acids Decoded "The Big Oily Book" for Soap Makers
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Unlock the science behind great soap
Understanding fatty acids is the key to creating exceptional soap. In this practical guide, you'll learn how each of the eight essential fatty acids shapes the performance of your bars and how to use that knowledge to formulate your own recipes with confidence.
Complete with our easy-to-follow formulation framework, this e-book gives you the skills to create beautifully balanced soaps without relying on guesswork or copying other people's recipes.
Why is this book a must-have for every soap maker?
Filling all the gaps: Spanning over 50 pages, offering detailed insights into the eight essential fatty acids that all soap makers need to know inside out.
Easy to understand: We simplify the complexities of chemistry with practical examples and clear explanations – making soap formulation a breeze!
Expert tips and techniques: Benefit from a wealth of advice and learn to formulate like a professional soap maker.
Professionally backed: Reviewed and advised by our chartered chemist, ensuring you receive the most accurate, detailed, and trustworthy information.
Printable charts: Access practical additions, including oil calculation charts with examples of oils and their fatty acid profiles, to guide your soap formulation process.
Rich resources: Access invaluable information on soap safety, handling, and ingredient sourcing, providing all the tools you need.
Highlight of the book: Our soap formula builder framework is included, enabling you to create your own unique recipes effortlessly!
BONUS: Our Complete Guide to Lye Safety and Handling is enclosed as a free gift with this book! (worth £9.99)
MORE INFO
Digital product: Yes
Format: PDF
Printable: Yes
Clickable links inside: Yes
Total pages: 58 (including covers, photos, etc.)
NOTE
This e-book is included in our Botanical Soap Making Course. If you’re already a student (or plan to enrol), there’s no need to buy this guide separately.

Thank you so much for creating such brilliant books! This one absolutely lived up to my expectations, just as excellent as the others. Grateful as always!
I’m so glad I found this ebook — it’s full of excellent information and easy to understand details you won’t find anywhere else. Highly recommended!
I purchased this book from Chalke Valley to deepen my understanding of essential fatty acids and improve my soap-making skills. I am not disappointed - in fact, I highly recommend this book to anyone looking to truly master this incredible craft. It’s packed with valuable information yet remains clear and easy to follow. Helga breaks down the most commonly used oils and their properties from multiple perspectives, making it clear and easy to understand to everyone. Highly, highly recommended!
I can’t believe this book exists! Why has nobody shared such complete information before? Love it!! What a great formulating framework! Thank you! C.
All I can say is thank you for this amazing content! It clarified so many aspects of base formulating, and the framework is brilliant! I can’t wait to try my first recipe with it!