{"product_id":"solid-lotion-bar-workbook","title":"Solid Lotion Bar Making Workbook PDF: Build the Bar, Understand the Glide (Intermediate)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn to make solid lotion bars and understand how each ingredient shapes the formula.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild the Bar. Understand the Glide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an intermediate digital workbook from Island Goddess Body Essentials. Clear ingredient explanations, exact weights and numbered methods help you plan, make and document your lotion bar practice batches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart with a Foundation formula built around white beeswax, cocoa butter and a liquid emollient. Then explore a Refined formula that introduces cetyl alcohol and isopropyl myristate while rebalancing the original ingredients. Both are fragrance-free, water-free formulas for moulded body bars, with 200 g development batches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside your 15-page workbook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo complete formula sheets with phases, common ingredient names, INCI names, percentages and gram weights.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredient explanations, suitable buying specifications and reasons for each selection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEssential equipment and shared preparation guidance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeparate numbered methods with melting, mixing, filling, setting and packaging checkpoints.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA short scaling example.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormula comparison questions, customization boundaries and four troubleshooting answers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse, storage and packaging guidance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA completed product development brief.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReusable blank development brief, formula sheet, batch record and product follow-up sheet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEight linked supplier and supporting references.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho it’s for\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis workbook is for adult makers who can weigh accurately, handle heated oils safely and keep consistent batch records. It suits readers ready to move beyond following a recipe and begin comparing how ingredient choices influence a solid bar’s structure and application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTools for your solid lotion bar practice batches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck what you already own before purchasing equipment. Choose items that meet the workbook’s specifications; a product being sold on Amazon does not establish its suitability for cosmetic making.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe shopping links below cover selected supplies. Refer to the workbook for the complete equipment and preparation requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAffiliate disclosure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The shopping links below are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEssential equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale check weights:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use suitable weights to check your balance according to its manufacturer’s procedure. Displayed decimal places alone do not demonstrate weighing accuracy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop scale check weights:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B093FPyuR\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeat-resistant mixing beaker:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A 500 mL heat-resistant beaker holds the heated blend. Choose suitable borosilicate glass and confirm compatibility with your indirect-heating setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop mixing beakers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B03R8egLd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall weighing vessels:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Clean, dry cups or small beakers let you weigh the vitamin E separately before adding it to the batch. Choose compatible materials with enough room for accurate transfer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop small weighing vessels:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0eyfvZLK\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpatula:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A dry stainless-steel or heat-resistant silicone spatula should reach the beaker’s base and sides for gentle mixing and scraping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop spatulas:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0gf6SUtw\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProbe thermometer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Measure the product itself during heating, cooling and filling. Choose a probe suitable for oils and waxes, with a range covering room temperature through at least 75°C.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop probe thermometers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B00WxbaLE\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater bath or double-boiler equipment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use a stable indirect-heating setup that supports the vessel securely and keeps bath water out of the product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop double-boiler equipment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0eRAiz7W\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControlled heat source:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use controlled heat for the water bath, with a compatible saucepan. An induction cooktop requires induction-compatible cookware; do not place the glass beaker directly on the cooktop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop controlled heat sources:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B0eyie89Z\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEye protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Choose protective eyewear appropriate for hot-liquid splashes and the materials being handled. Check the manufacturer’s protection specifications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop eye protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B02hRrgxO\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilicone cavity moulds:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The workbook uses two shallow cavities capable of holding roughly 100 g each, plus a small surplus cavity. Check cavity dimensions and actual fill weight; mould volume is not the same as product weight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop silicone moulds:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B02Qjk9za\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEssential recording supplies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBatch labels:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Identify the formula version, batch code, date and development status on your containers and retained samples. A label printer is optional; clear handwritten labels can also serve this purpose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop label printers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/A01vDcieP\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional extras\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecond probe thermometer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Useful for cross-checking temperature readings during development. It supplements the main thermometer rather than replacing consistent measurement practices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop probe thermometers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B00WxbaLE\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecond matching mould set:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Helpful when comparing batches using the same cavity shape and size. Keeping mould geometry consistent makes observations easier to interpret.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop matching silicone moulds:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.amazon\/B02Qjk9za\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView on Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (paid link)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 15-page printable PDF workbook. This is a digital download. No physical workbook, finished cosmetic product, ingredients or equipment is included. Tools linked above are purchased separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant formula information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth formulas are labelled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Proposed and untested.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Their finished texture, performance, safety, packaging compatibility and shelf life have not been established. Ingredient guidance and development goals do not constitute finished-product testing or demonstrate readiness for sale.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGet the workbook and plan your first solid lotion bar comparison batch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Island Goddess Body Essentials","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67737134694445,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/6383\/2365\/files\/Shopifyfoundationformulaworkbook.png?v=1793143197","url":"https:\/\/islandgoddessessentials.com\/products\/solid-lotion-bar-workbook","provider":"Island Goddess Body Essentials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}