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MingoFan

Post subject: Neon colorants?

Posted: Thu Apr 11, 2013 9:02 am

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Hi all!

I was all set to order a sample set of neon colorants from BB when I noticed the description specifically says M&P soap and doesn't mention CP. And Crafter's Choice "neon brights" powders also reference MP but not CP.

Is there a collection of neon colorants that will work well in CP? I see CP soap photos that certainly look like neon colors were used, so I've been trying to find some that I can try.

Thanks in advance!

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robertw98144

Post subject: Re: Neon colorants?

Posted: Thu Apr 11, 2013 9:16 am

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I've used all of the neon colorants from BB's sample pack in CP soap successfully. They come out fantastic. If you look through the Soap Queen TV videos, you'll see CP recipes that use these colorants so you can see the actual color.

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SudsyFun

Post subject: Re: Neon colorants?

Posted: Fri Apr 12, 2013 9:02 am

Joined: Mon Apr 30, 2012 7:22 am
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Location: Northern Nevada

They work great in CP for me but some require alot to get a decent color (especially Tangerine Wow! but it's worth it). They are happy dissolved in oils but glycerin will work too. Have fun playing with them!

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MingoFan

Post subject: Re: Neon colorants?

Posted: Tue Apr 30, 2013 10:48 am

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Thanks for the replies - I'm going to try and play with them this weekend!

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StaceySoap13

Post subject: Re: Neon colorants?

Posted: Tue Apr 30, 2013 11:02 am

Joined: Tue Apr 03, 2012 10:05 am
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Location: Southern California

I totally agree with the above responses.....the neons from BB were fantastic in my soaps. Tangerine Wow and Fizzy Lemonade are my faves. If you use the Fuchsia one, be sure to start very small with your measurement...a little bit goes a looooong way. [/color]

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Bluere11e

Post subject: Re: Neon colorants?

Posted: Tue Apr 30, 2013 6:07 pm

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hvrba

Post subject: Re: Neon colorants?

Posted: Fri May 03, 2013 5:02 am

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Location: Lewisville, Texas

The neon colors work great! I agree with the fuschia, a little goes a long way.

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amberdougschin

Post subject: Re: Neon colorants?

Posted: Fri May 03, 2013 9:04 am

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Location: Woden, Iowa

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SunshineGirl

Post subject: Re: Neon colorants?

Posted: Fri May 03, 2013 8:10 pm

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GREAT COLOR CHOICE WOW!!!!!

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robertw98144

Post subject: Re: Neon colorants?

Posted: Sat May 04, 2013 7:46 am

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Gorgeous!

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ljm1180

Post subject: Re: Neon colorants?

Posted: Sun May 05, 2013 4:34 pm

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Location: Jefferson City, TN

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StaceySoap13

Post subject: Re: Neon colorants?

Posted: Sun May 05, 2013 10:14 pm

Joined: Tue Apr 03, 2012 10:05 am
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Location: Southern California

Linda,

When I used the fuchsia on a batch I made a few weeks ago, I used 3/4 tsp for a 2 lb loaf.....it came out much more bold than Haven's picture and was really too much. (I personally liked how bold it was because I'm a sucker for neon colors but I figure most might have thought it was too much.) Next time I'm going to probably use 1/4 tsp or less and hopefully get it a little closer to Haven's.

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hvrba

Post subject: Re: Neon colorants?

Posted: Mon May 06, 2013 4:50 am

Joined: Sat Jun 14, 2008 10:19 am
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Location: Lewisville, Texas

I honestly don't know how much I used. I started with a heaping teaspoon of the fuschia, stirred and then added a small amount at a time to get the color I wanted. Now with that said, it does have a slight tint of pink to the lather. Not enough to stain a washcloth or make you feel like your bathing in cotton candy but a slight tinge of pink. I would stick with a teaspoon probably.

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ljm1180

Post subject: Re: Neon colorants?

Posted: Mon May 06, 2013 9:02 am

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Location: Jefferson City, TN

Thanks, Stacey & Haven. I'll definitely add more next time. I love it mixed with Ultramarine Blue to make purple.

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mishagertos

Post subject: Re: Neon colorants?

Posted: Sun Jul 14, 2013 2:34 pm

Joined: Fri Jan 27, 2012 1:31 pm
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tkb trading has a good range of neons. the purple is for hp only and the "lime" turns yellow so just augment with a bit of green oxide

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