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E03 - Cold Process Hair Soap | Shampoo Bar Workshop
Make your own luxurious scalp-loving Shampoo bar!
This class is included in the Essential CP Soap Course.
Why Cold Process Shampoo Bar Soap?
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Cold process soap shampoo bars offer a range of benefits compared to conventional liquid shampoos. Here are some key advantages:
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Natural Ingredients: Cold process shampoo bars typically use natural oils, butters, and essential oils, which nourish the scalp and hair without the harsh chemicals (like sulfates and parabens) often found in commercial shampoos.
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Moisturizing: Oils like coconut, olive, and castor oil, commonly used in cold process soap, are rich in fatty acids that deeply moisturize both hair and scalp. This helps reduce dryness, breakage, and frizz.
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Eco-Friendly: Shampoo bars are a more sustainable option, as they are usually packaged with little to no plastic. Additionally, the ingredients are biodegradable and environmentally friendly.
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Gentle and Non-Stripping: Unlike liquid shampoos that can strip hair of its natural oils, cold process bars cleanse without overly drying, making them great for maintaining a balanced scalp.
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Long-Lasting: Shampoo bars are highly concentrated, meaning they last longer than liquid shampoos. A little goes a long way, providing good value over time.
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Promotes Healthy Scalp: Essential oils and other natural additives like tea tree oil, rosemary, or lavender can soothe the scalp, reduce dandruff, and promote hair growth by improving circulation.
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Less Buildup: Cold process shampoo bars don't contain synthetic silicones or other ingredients that can lead to buildup over time, leaving hair feeling lighter and more manageable.
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** Please note that Cold Process Soap takes at least 4 weeks to cure, please plan ahead for your needs.
** For scheduling a workshop for your private group, please contact us.
Location: Jade Soap Shop 1597 Main St. Dunedin FL 34698
Duration: 2 hours
Capacity: 2-8 people
Knowledge required: Beginner-friendly, no soap making experience is required.
What you'll make and take:
- A loaf of soap (over 2 lb) you make in-class, which is about 9-10 bars if cutting 1-inch thick pieces.
What to bring:
- A face mask (required for handing the caustic materials for about 10-15 minutes)
- A thick towel for wrapping and keeping the soap insulated on your way home
- We will provide the disposable apron, gloves and goggles, but feel free to bring yours.
What you will learn and receive at this workshop:
- Science and knowledge of cold process soap making.
- Dealing with Lye safely and properly
- Tools and Materials/Ingredients required and benefitical for hair soap making.
- Basic coloring and scenting skills. Basic Swirling technique can be introduced.
- Step-by-Step cold process soap making procedure.
- A handout with the recipe and detailed instruction
What you need to know about the workshop/ class:
- We will be working with a chemical called "Sodium hydroxide (lye) " (Lye is used in the saponification process to turn oil into soap - no sodium hydroxide remains in the finished product after curing.) Please be extra careful while handling LYE in class.
- THIS WORKSHOP IS FOR ADULTS ONLY and it requires your full attention while making the cold process soap.
- No pets or kids allowed in the workshop for safety's sake.
- If you're a high school student and would like to attend, you'd need to provide approval by your parent or guardian.
- No walk-ins or sit-ins will be allowed for safety's sake.
Safety Rules and Regulations for the Store and Workshop - Mandatory for Everyone's Protection. Any violation may result in dismissal.
- If you are unwell, please stay home and notify us to reschedule your workshop.
- It is strongly recommended that individuals who have not received the Covid-19 vaccination wear a FACE MASK throughout the workshop. Please bring your own mask, or you can purchase one from the workshop. (We no longer provide free face masks due to shortages and increased costs. Thank you for your understanding.) If you are unable to wear a face mask for any reason, please reconsider signing up for the workshop.
- Wear an apron, gloves, and eye protection (glasses or safety goggles) while making soaps. We will provide these items, or you may bring your own.
- Thoroughly wash your hands with soap before and after the workshop.
- Prohibited items include weapons, drugs, and alcohol within the store and workshop premises.
Registration and Cancellation Policy (Please read carefully):
- To receive a refund, a cancellation notice must be sent at least 2 business days before the scheduled class.
- Starting from April 11th, 2023, a cancellation fee of 3.5% of the total amount paid will be deducted from any refund issued.
- Cancellations made within 2 business days before the class will not receive a refund but will be issued a store credit valid for attending a future workshop within 6 months.
- Cancellations made within 24 hours of the workshop or no-shows will not receive any refund or credit.
- No refund or credit will be issued if you are dismissed for breaking our classroom safety rules.
- In the event that the workshop cannot be conducted as scheduled, you may choose to transfer to another date or receive a full refund.
Accident Waiver and Release of Liability:
- By participating in this activity or event, I assume all risks involved. For parents registering children under 18 years of age, I give my consent for their participation.
- This includes, but is not limited to, any risks arising from negligence or carelessness on the part of the individuals or entities involved, as well as risks associated with dangerous products, materials, or defective equipment or property under their ownership, maintenance, or control, or due to their potential liability without fault.
By registering for this workshop, you acknowledge and agree to the above policies and release of liability.
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