Soap Qualities
Hardness
33
Conditioning
63
Bubbly
0
Creamy
33
These numbers show what this oil tends to contribute when blended into a full recipe. They are most useful when compared with other oils, not used alone as pass/fail values.
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Neem Oil in Soap Making
Strong-smelling specialty oil often used for utility bars in small amounts. Review SAP, usage guidance, fatty acids, and related oils before you finalize the recipe in the calculator.
Category
Specialty Oils
How makers usually group this ingredient.
NaOH SAP
0.139
Used to calculate lye amount.
Typical Use
Commonly 2-10%
Treat this as a starting range, not a hard rule.
NaOH SAP
0.139
INS
124
Iodine
89
Typical usage
Commonly 2-10%
Fatty Acid Profile
lauric
0%
myristic
0%
palmitic
14%
stearic
19%
ricinoleic
0%
oleic
43%
linoleic
19%
linolenic
1%
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View profileNext Steps
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Soap Calculator
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Beginner Guide
Review the core soap workflow, terminology, and safety notes in plain language.
Mold Calculator
Estimate oil weight from loaf, cavity, or water-fill molds before you formulate.
Fragrance Calculator
Set fragrance or essential oil rates from total oil weight and push them back to the recipe.