{"id":6972,"date":"2019-05-02T15:30:25","date_gmt":"2019-05-02T15:30:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/?p=6972"},"modified":"2022-03-29T10:03:22","modified_gmt":"2022-03-29T10:03:22","slug":"how-to-make-loofah-soaps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/en\/how-to-make-loofah-soaps\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make Loofah Soaps"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>DIY loofah soaps with essential oils<\/h2>\n<p>Scrub a dub, exfoliate in the tub\u2014or just about anywhere you wash! <strong>The only thing more fun than making these exfoliating DIY loofah soaps is using them.<\/strong> Place a couple by the sink for a refreshing hand wash or keep a few in the shower for smoother, more radiant skin from shoulders to heels!<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to craft your own DIY loofah soaps with essential oils\u2014soft skin is only a few ingredients away!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Makes approximately 15 soaps<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/products\/geranium-essential-oil\" class=\"broken_link\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7019 alignright\" src=\"\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2019\/05\/orange.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"251\" height=\"251\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2019\/05\/orange.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2019\/05\/orange-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2019\/05\/orange-148x148.jpg 148w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 251px) 100vw, 251px\" \/><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>3 natural loofah sponges, each about 12-15cm long<\/li>\n<li>900g clear glycerin soap<\/li>\n<li>Soap dye<\/li>\n<li>Essential oils\u2014see our suggestions below<\/li>\n<li>Round silicone moulds about 7-8cm in diameter<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Instructions:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Cut the loofah sponge into disks that are 2.5cm wide and place in the mould, lying flat.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>YL tip:<\/strong>\u00a0Tie a string around your loofah before you place it in the mould. The string allows you to hang it from a hook in your shower, so you never drop the soap again!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li>Cut the glycerin soap into about 28g squares. Put 2 squares in a microwavable bowl and microwave on high for 30 seconds or until melted.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>YL tip:<\/strong>\u00a0Two squares make 1 soap. To make larger batches, melt more soap and add the proper amount of oil and dye to keep the ratios the same. We like making individual soaps so we can customise scents and colours.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li>Add 3-4 drops of soap dye and 3-4 drops of your favourite\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/products\/c\/essential-oils\/singles\" class=\"broken_link\">essential oil <\/a>to the melted glycerin soap. Mix well.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li>Pour the glycerin soap mixture into the mould, fully covering the loofah sponge.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li>Repeat until all the loofahs are covered with glycerin soap. Let them dry for 2-3 hours, pop the soaps out of the mould, and lather up!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Why exfoliate?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>When exfoliating, you\u2019re removing the layer of dead skin cells sitting on top of your skin. Once those are gone, the lower layers can come to the surface, brightening the appearance of your skin.<\/p>\n<p>But it\u2019s about more than healthier-looking skin. Removing that layer of dead cells helps the skin better absorb products like serums and lotions. For silky-smooth skin,\u00a0<strong>exfoliate 2-3 times a week and follow the treatment with a rich moisturiser<\/strong>. The combination of exfoliation and moisturising will help revitalise and rejuvenate the appearance of even the driest skin!<\/p>\n<p><strong>YL tip:<\/strong>\u00a0The loofahs in these soaps are great exfoliators for your body, but they are too powerful for the delicate skin on your face.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Fun fact about loofahs<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Wondering why we can use the term \u201call-natural\u201d when talking about these exfoliation masters?<strong> It\u2019s because\u00a0they grow on vines!\u00a0<\/strong>Loofahs, or luffas, are the product of the fully ripened fruit of the\u00a0L. aegyptiaca\u00a0or\u00a0L. acutangula\u00a0trees\u2014a loofah a day keeps the dry skin away!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sudsy scents we love<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Each DIY loofah soap calls for 3-4 drops of essential oil, so keep the blends simple. You can also scent your soaps with just one essential oil for a nice concentration of your favourite smell. If you like to mix and match oils, here are a few ideas:<\/p>\n<p>Relaxing Retreat:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/products\/peace-calming-essential-oil\" class=\"broken_link\">\u00a0<strong>Peace &amp; Calming<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/products\/copaiba-essential-oil\" class=\"broken_link\"><strong>Copaiba<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7006 alignright\" src=\"\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2019\/05\/tangerine.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"229\" height=\"229\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2019\/05\/tangerine.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2019\/05\/tangerine-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2019\/05\/tangerine-148x148.jpg 148w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 229px) 100vw, 229px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Floral Foam:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/products\/lavender-essential-oil\" class=\"broken_link\"><strong>Lavender\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/products\/geranium-essential-oil\" class=\"broken_link\"><strong>Geranium<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Calming Cleanse:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/products\/patchouli-essential-oil\" class=\"broken_link\"><strong>Patchouli\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/products\/bergamot-essential-oil\" class=\"broken_link\"><strong>Bergamot<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Masculine Mood:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/products\/shutran-eo\" class=\"broken_link\"><strong>Shutran\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/products\/northern-lights-black-spruce-essential-oil\" class=\"broken_link\"><strong>Northern Lights Black Spruce<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Citrus Suds:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/products\/tangerine-essential-oil\" class=\"broken_link\"><strong>Tangerine\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/products\/grapefruit-essential-oil\" class=\"broken_link\"><strong>Grapefruit<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Woodsy Wash:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/products\/pine-essential-oil\" class=\"broken_link\"><strong>Pine\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/products\/cedarwood-essential-oil\" class=\"broken_link\"><strong>Cedarwood<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>What essential oils are you going to use to bring aromatic bliss to your bath or shower?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Share in the comments!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Want to learn how to make DIY loofah soaps with essential oils? 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