Learn how to make soap with AI

Gather supplies

Before you start, gather your soapmaking supplies and ingredients so you’re ready to tackle the recipe. Create a list of everything you need with generative AI tools. In addition to listing the necessary ingredients and supplies, AI locates affordable options, finds sustainable alternatives to traditional ingredients, and even creates tables to track your inventory. Get started with these example AI prompts:

• List the supplies I need to start soapmaking at home. Suggest ingredients that are biodegradable and sustainable.
• Make a table for tracking my soapmaking ingredients and inventory.
• Find suppliers of organic oils for soapmaking near [location].

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Generate step-by-step instructions

Create tailored step-by-step soapmaking instructions based on your experience level, desired type of soap, or ingredient list with AI. AI walks you through the entire process, from preparing your molds to curing the soap and more. In addition, prevent ingredient waste by recipe scaling with AI, adjusting the quantities of ingredients depending on the amount of soap you’re making. Learn how to make soap at home with these example prompts:

• Generate step-by-step instructions for making chamomile soap with the cold process method.
• When should I cut my soap after making it with the cold process?
• Create a beginner-friendly soapmaking recipe based on my available ingredients: [ingredient list].

Create unique scents

The most exciting part of creating scented soap is choosing your fragrance. Discover unique fragrance combinations and essential oil blends with generative AI. AI recommends scents based on available ingredients, personal preferences, or the current season. For example, if you’re gifting soap to your loved ones for Valentine’s Day, AI might recommend infusing your creation with a romantic blend of rose and lavender. AI also provides advice on which fragrances pair well with certain oils or base ingredients, creating the perfect sensory experience for yourself or the recipient of your gift. Create memorable and fragrant soaps with these example prompts:

• Create a unique essential oil blend for a Valentine’s Day soap recipe.
• What fragrance goes well with coconut oil-based soap?
• List the best fragrance combinations for a spring-themed soap.

Cut and cure your soap

Finalize your handmade soap by cutting and curing it with AI tips. AI offers soap-cutting advice based on the texture and method you’ve used (such as cold process or melt and pour) and recommends techniques to prevent cracking or other imperfections. Additionally, AI guides you through the curing process, providing tips on ideal conditions for temperature, humidity, and ventilation to ensure proper drying. Finish your soap bars with these example prompts:

• What’s the best way to cut cold process soap to avoid cracking?
• What’s the ideal temperature and humidity for curing soap?
• How long should I let my cold process soap cure before using it?

Streamline the process of learning how to make soap with AI tools. Find more practical AI integration tips on our Everyday AI hub.