How to Make an Opaque Glycerin Soap

Most glycerin soap is usually in the clear bar form, but it is possible to make it into an opaque bar. If you have ever made your own glycerin soap you should have no problem making it opaque because you would only need to add a couple of more ingredients.

Items Needed:

• 2 quart glass bowl


• Wooden spoon


• 1 cup of glycerin melt and pour base


• 1 teaspoon of food coloring (this is optional)


• 1 teaspoon of titanium dioxide

1. Pour the glycerin melt and pour base into the bowl.


2. Place the bowl in the microwave oven and set it on "high" for about two to three minutes or until it becomes liquid. 


3. Add the titanium dioxide to the mixture. This is what makes the mixture creamy and gives it an opaque appearance.


4. Add two to three drops of food coloring of your choice. If you prefer the soap to stay a natural color this step can be skipped.


5. Use the wooden spoon to thoroughly mix all of the ingredients together.


6. Continue to stir the mixture until you are happy with the consistency.


7. Lay a towel on a countertop near the area where you are working and set the molds for the soap on top of the towel. The towel is put in place to protect your countertops.


8. Carefully pour the melted soap into the molds.


9. Put the molds in the freezer to harden for approximately 45 minutes.


10. Remove from freezer and turn the molds upside down to remove the soap.


11. Use a knife to remove any unsightly edges on the soap.


12. Wrap each bar individually in plastic wrap and store until ready to use.