Soap & Bath Applications

Enhance formulations with cream of tartar for soap making Australia. Prevents ash, boosts lather and hardens products.

• Cold Process Soap: 1 tsp per 500g oils in oil phase or light trace — stops soda ash, creamy lather
• Bath Bomb: 2:1 bicarb:tartar with polysorbate 80 for slow fizz, no oil ring
• Facial Scrub: Mix with honey powder and water for mild, non-abrasive exfoliation

Other Creative Uses

Explore beyond soap with cream of tartar Australia — ideal for kids’ crafts and natural play.

• Playdough: 1 tbsp in dough for smooth, mouldable texture
• Slime Stabiliser: ½ tsp in activator solution for stretchy consistency
• Cookie Glaze: Whisk with icing sugar for shiny, crack-free finish

Q: Can food-grade cream of tartar be used in soap and skincare in Australia?
A: Yes — cosmetic & food-grade, purity-tested, TGA-compliant for topical and edible use.

Q: How does it prevent soda ash in cold process soap?
A: Neutralises surface lye — add 0.5–1% PPO or sprinkle post-pour. Smooth, ash-free bars every time.

Q: What’s the usage rate in melt & pour and bath bombs?
A: ¼ tsp per 500g M&P for silky slip; 2:1 bicarb:tartar in bombs for hard, slow fizz.

Q: Will it affect scent or colour?
A: No — odourless, white crystals. Preserves fragrance and mica vibrancy in soaps and scrubs.

Q: Does it ship across Australia?
A: Yes — delivery Australia wide in resealable, moisture-proof jars.

Q: What makes your cream of tartar unique?
A: Ultra-fine, 100% potassium bitartrate — fast-dissolving, no fillers, consistent pH control for Aussie crafters.

Q: How to store in humid climates?
A: Sealed jar with silica pack — 3+ year shelf. In QLD/NT, keep in cool cupboard to prevent clumping.