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In this video I show you a really cool trick to do with Ivory soap in the microwave. Then I put the finished product in the vacuum chamber to see if it expands. Then finally I put the Ivory soap cloud ...

It’s possible to make bar soap at home using ingredients such as lye and oils. Following a recipe and knowing which precautions to take can help make bar soap making a fun and generally safe activity.