A dense white base built for first attempts and small trial batches
The 1 kg pack is a practical choice for home crafters, students of the craft, and anyone testing recipes before committing to larger volumes. White Opaque 60/40 belongs to the category of Melt and Pour Soap Bases, which brings together various melt and pour formulations, and it stands out for its dense, fully opaque texture with a rich white tone that does not need extra whitening with titanium dioxide. The 60/40 ratio reflects a balance between firmness and flexibility, giving bars that hold their shape well, cut cleanly, and are easy to mold into detailed decorative pieces.
The primary use of this raw material is manufacturing solid cosmetic bars through the melt and pour method, ranging from simple everyday bars to layered decorative pieces with dried flowers, mica, mineral pigments, and essential oils. The base should be melted using a double boiler or short microwave bursts without letting it boil, with an optimal melting range of roughly 60 to 70 degrees Celsius. Once melted, active and fragrance ingredients can be added: essential or carrier oils at around 3 to 5 grams per 100 grams of base, fragrance oils at 2 to 3 grams per 100 grams, and pigments or colorants guidance, usually not exceeding 1 gram per 100 grams of base. Excessive heat or too much oil can weaken lather and reduce bar hardness, so keeping to these dosages matters for the final result.
White Opaque 60/40 pairs naturally with clear and translucent bases for striking layered effects, and also works well alongside other white bases in the range, such as White Opaque 50/50, which has a slightly softer texture and is convenient for blending while fine-tuning a formula. For larger projects and studio-scale production, a logical next step is moving to bulk packs from the same line, including Neri White Base Soap Base 12 kg, and for full production runs, the industrial pack Neri White Base Soap Base 96 kg offers consistent quality and reliable supply between batches.
Store the base in a dry place at room temperature, in its original packaging or a tightly sealed bag, away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent premature oxidation and loss of flexibility. When stored properly, the product keeps its working properties for a long time, making it a practical option even for occasional home use.
Citrus and poppy seed exfoliating bar
White Opaque 60/40 base - 250 g
Sweet orange essential oil - 5 g
Poppy seeds - 8 g
Jojoba oil - 6 g
Orange zest powder - 3 g
Cut
the base into cubes and melt it gently over a double boiler until fully liquid,
avoiding any boiling. Remove from heat and stir in the jojoba oil until evenly
blended. Add the poppy seeds and orange zest powder, mix well, then add the
sweet orange essential oil and stir once more before pouring quickly into
molds. Allow the bars to set at room temperature for two to three hours, then
carefully remove them from the molds.