Specialization in Candle and Soap Making

Course summary

• U1: Introduction

  • Introduction

  • Influences | Belinda Resendez

  • Influences | Marta Tarallo

  • Influences | Mar Amoli (Mariana y José Miguel)

  • Influences | Alison Fleck

• U2: Learn How to Make Candles: A Step-by-Step Beginner’s Guide

  • Different Types of Waxes

  • Wicks

  • Fragrances

  • Materials and Tools

  • Preparing the Workspace and Safety

  • Selecting Suppliers

  • Understanding the Formulas

  • Basic Scent Blending

  • Adding Colors and Shimmers

  • Making a 7oz Candle

  • Making a 16oz Candle

  • Troubleshooting Common Issues

• U3: Themed Candle Making: Advanced Techniques for Unique Designs

  • Materials and Tools

  • Planning the Themed Candle

  • Whipping the Wax

  • Piping Techniques for Whipped Wax

  • Coloring Whipped Wax

  • Molds: Choosing the Right One

  • Wax into Molds

  • Decorating Molded Pieces

  • Troubleshooting and Maintenance

  • Embellishments

  • Playing with Color

  • Putting It All Together! 1

  • Putting It All Together! 2

  • Putting It All Together! 3

  • Putting It All Together! 4

  • Branding and Marketing Your Candles

  • Managing Inventory and Supplies

• U4: Natural Soap Making for Beginners

  • The Basics of Soap Making

  • Materials, Ingredients, and Tools 1

  • Materials, Ingredients, and Tools 2

  • Safety Measures

  • Techniques for Customisation 1

  • Techniques for Customisation 2

  • The Design

  • Preparing the Recipe

  • Safety and Lye Preparation

  • Melting and Measuring

  • Adding Lye to Oils and Pouring It Into Moulds

  • Texturing and Decorating

  • Unmoulding and Curing

  • Tips for Tool Maintenance

  • Troubleshooting

  • Making a Label for the Soap

• U5: Introduction to Artisanal Soapmaking

  • Introduction to Soap

  • Fatty Acids and Their Qualities

  • Additives: Smell, Color, Texture, and Benefits

  • Utensils and Security Measures

  • Design

  • The Formulation

  • Elaboration of a Simple Handmade Soap

  • Cutting, Curing and Storage

  • Making a Soap with a Composite Design

• U6: Design and Creation of Cold Process Soaps

  • Cold Process Soap

  • Raw materials

  • Tools, protection, and your workstation

  • Calculators

  • Inspiration and Sketches

  • Recipe and Colors

  • Preparation

  • The mixture and the traces

  • Design: Zebra Print

  • Decoration: leopard

  • Fusion

  • Mold release and finishes

  • Stamping the Logo and Initials

  • How to Perfume Your Soap

  • Sustainability and Storage Tips

• Final project

  • Specialization in Candle and Soap Making

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  Lab Natura di Hulia – A Collection of Handmade Candles and Natural Soaps Inspired by Nature

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