Fun Soaps For Kids

ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED IN KIDS LIFE MAGAZINE September, 2004

Kids Life Magazine- Demetria Zinga article

Just last year I stumbled upon a hobby that kept me busy for months to come. Once I started making glycerin soaps, I just couldn’t seem to stop! It was so much fun. Not only did I enjoy watching my crafts evolve into beautiful creations, but I couldn’t dismiss the fact that glycerin did wonders for my skin (as opposed to commercial soap) because of its naturally moisturizing qualities.

Later, when I realized that my infant would soon be interested in fun crafts as she grew older, I began to think of ways a young child could get involved in soap crafting with Mom. Now that my daughter is toddler age, I can easily get her involved in some of my crafting experiments.

Here’s a recipe that’s easy to follow and safe for a younger child, as long as Mom can supervise:

At your local crafting shop, you’ll need to purchase a block of glycerin soap (either clear or opaque will do), a few fun molds (I like seashells), a pack of fragrances, and soap dye (both of which are optional). Keep in mind the age of your child and whether or not the dye and fragrances would be appropriate to use. There are also glycerin soap blocks that are already colored for your convenience. They usually come in 2-pound blocks, but you can get them in larger blocks and get more for your money.

At home, line your kitchen counter with all of your soaping materials, including a microwaveable safe bowl or glass, a stirring utensil, and knife. (Be sure to keep the knife well away from your child’s reach!)

Step 1: Cu the soap blocks into small cubes and fill your microwaveable bowl or glass with the blocks. Young children can help to fill up the glass with cubes you’ve already cut. Microwave the soap blocks for about 10-15 seconds, until most of the chunks have been melted. You don’t want it to boil, or your end result may not be pure glycerin.

Step 2: Now take out of the microwave and stir your soap until smooth and creamy. You don’t want any lumps! This is where I assist my toddler and allow her to do some stirring. But be careful. The soap is still hot! Make sure you hold the container while the child stirs, and that it is a deep dish container so that there won’t be much splashing.

Step 3: You can now add your fragrances or dye. An older child can help with this.

Step 4: Instantly pour the mixture into your molds.

Step 5: After about an hour or so, just turn your molds upside down and pop out your soap creations!

With a soap he’s just created, you’re young child is sure to enjoy bath time!

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