Thread: A Method For Making Lather

I started doing this same method with VDH about a week ago. Was having a hell of a time with lather and figured I could get a better lesson if I just started with soap and added water incrementally.

turns out my face holds just the right amount of water already so now I create the thick paste texture in the mug and finish lathering directly on my face.

That's pretty much what I do, sometimes, I'll throw a few drops of Glycerin in there.
I never have trouble with anything drying out on my face. The biggest thing is patience, and really learning how to whip it up. I use very, very small amounts of water at a time. You can easily go overboard. A good creamy lather takes a bit of time and you need to be patient and stir and press, stir, press, etc....

I can tell the difference in lather quality when I am adding 6 drops versus three drops at a time. Less water at a time = creamier, moister lather. The only downside is that it does take me twice as long to get the lather, but I'm always glad I took the time. The only other thing I would add is try using distilled water, even if you live in a soft water area. That also made a big difference for me.

also hot water. HOT. dunno why but it helps. Probably dissolves more soap per unit of water