Science of Soap Making Class

Learn about the science of soap at this DIY Melbourne workshop!



2 hours

Class size 1 to 12 (public classes), 12 to 40
$120


Get ready to suds up and explore the science of soap making in this hands-on soap-making workshop. Learn about the chemistry and history of soap, and gain a deeper understanding of what soap truly is. We’ll introduce you to essential soap-making terms and their meanings, as well as teach you about soapmaking safety and how to reduce hazards.

You’ll have the opportunity to create your very own basic cold process Castille (pure olive oil) soap, perfect for sensitive skin, facial cleansing, body wash, shaving, and household cleaning. We’ll show you pouring techniques, including how to create a unique swirl pattern with natural colourants and guide you through scenting your soaps using essential oils.

You’ll also learn clever formulating tricks to reduce soap scum and build a fluffier lather. Finally, we’ll cover curing and storage, so you can get the most out of your soaps. Join us for a bubbly, hands-on experience that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the science of soap making.

Please note: that your soaps will need to cure for one week at our venue before they are ready for collection. Furthermore, you will need to wait at least 4 weeks to use what you make in class (as with all cold process soap), but it will totally be worth it when you use that first slice!

This class requires at least 5 students to run. In the unlikely event that we don't get this number of students, we'll cancel the class and fully refund you and inform you via email, so please watch your email a few days prior to the class

What you'll get
  • All materials and equipment provided
  • Six bars of handmade soap, made by you
  • Expert guidance and assistance from a professional soap maker
What to bring
  • Just yourself!
Suitable for

This class is perfect for beginners - no prior experience is needed.

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea or hens party.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum or gift for couples.

Location

Work-Shop Melbourne - 136A Cromwell St, Collingwood, VIC

This venue is a short walk from Collingwood station (500m).

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Your teacher

Tina Gelberidis

Tina Gelberidis

4.9 (8)

Founder and formulator behind big blue cosmetica, Tina is a proud environmentalist with a huge passion for chemistry. She’s an avid upcycler, crafter, and zero-waste enthusiast. She’s condensed her experiences and is keen for students to learn from her mistakes and eureka moments!




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Work-Shop
Work-Shop

4.9 (4,551)
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Work-Shop is a creative concept that will broaden your horizons and help you unleash your inner awesome. We provide affordable short courses in life skills and alternative art. We’ve teamed up with Australia’s brightest creative minds to share their knowledge and help teach you a new skill. From 3D printing and stencil art through to music and gardening – life skills and personal development through to cooking doughnuts and mushroom foraging, we offer a broad range of fun and creative short courses to suit our time poor lives. We will inspire you to pick up that pen, paintbrush, hammer or sewing machine and flick the switch that will kickstart a whole new way of life.
Community values lie at the heart of our project. We collaborate with local artists and industry experts to teach classes and utilise local suppliers for any materials needed. We also provide a creative environment for emerging artists to produce and sell work, and meet like minded individuals. Work-Shop will be a space for everyone, with a rotating schedule of art shows, information nights on local issues and a whole range of events and community initiatives.

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