Quote Originally Posted by fccexpert View Post
All soaps can be melted, it is just a matter of proper processing technique.
+1 I agree but would rather not melt my soap.

1. I know I won't be patient enough to slow melt a triple milled nor do I own a double boiler or fondue set.
2. I've heard that heating too high can kill the essential oils.
3. I would be too tempted to use the microwave (which I've heard is a really bad idea with a lot of soaps).
4. I could just as quickly grate the soap, press it into whatever container I want, not risk anything such as a separation or inconsistency of ingredients, have the ability to blend soaps without worrying too much, and if I desired a stick, it would seem safer to press into one rather than try to pour lava hot soap into one.


While scouring some other forums I found some information regarding glycerin soap vs. triple milled and found it to be very educational. I can't remember the link, I know there is one discussion at least on here somewhere. But to save a long explanation google it sometime the info is out there if you are interested in the differences and what not.