One Bar Lye Soap

4 ingredients
7 steps

Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. soft water
  • 1/2 Tbsp. lye
  • 1 Tbsp. ammonia
  • 1 Tbsp. Borax or Borateem

Directions

  1. 1
    Mix the water and lye; let cool.
  2. 2
    Add the ammonia and Borax or Borateem.
  3. 3
    Pour into a 1-cup strainer.
  4. 4
    Cool grease to room temperature.
  5. 5
    Stir until creamy and thick.
  6. 6
    Pour into small container to set (a matchbox or a small plastic margarine container).
  7. 7
    Vinegar will neutralize lye.

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