Hot Process Soap Making 101 Class

Discover how easy and fascinating it is to make your own all-natural soap using the hot process soap making method. This hands-on class is perfect for anyone who wants to understand soap making from the ground up while seeing the process happen right before their eyes.

If you’ve been curious about working with oils and lye but want a clear, guided experience, this class walks you through every step in a safe, supportive environment.

In this class, students get to watch the magic of oils and lye saponifying during the hot process cook. You’ll see and learn how soap changes at each stage as it cooks, making this an excellent class for visual learners and anyone who wants a deeper understanding of how soap is made.

We discuss:

• Each stage of the hot process cook

• How and why the soap changes in texture and appearance

• What “fully saponified” soap really means

You’ll learn the complete hot process method from start to finish, with plenty of time for questions and discussion.

Why Hot Process Soap?

One of the biggest advantages of hot process soap is that the soap is fully saponified after the cook. This means it only takes 7 to 10 days to harden and be ready to use or sell, compared to the longer cure time of cold process soap.

Our Goal for This Class

Our goal is simple: we want every student to feel comfortable, confident, and ready to make soap on their own. We take the time to explain what’s happening at each step, encourage questions, and make sure no one feels rushed or overwhelmed.

What We’ll Cover

• Soap making safety and best practices

• Ingredients, recipes, and equipment

• Working safely with lye and preparing lye water

• Mixing oils and lye

• The hot process cook and stages of saponification

• Adding fragrance, color, herbs, and botanicals

• Choosing molds and pouring soap

• Cutting soap into bars

• Curing and storage

• Labeling basics for resale

• Troubleshooting common soap making issues

Students will observe multiple batches being made and can ask questions throughout the class.

Everything Is Provided

All supplies and safety equipment are included, including goggles, gloves, and aprons. Just wear comfortable clothing and bring your curiosity (and a smile).

Class sizes are limited to ensure individual attention and hands-on guidance.

If you’re ready to see soap making in action and want a faster path to finished bars, this hot process soap making class is a perfect place to start. We can’t wait to share our knowledge and experience with you.