It really helps to use a lye calculator like SoapCalc. It predicts the soap qualities for a given recipe. The cleansing power of your soap may be too high and therefore gives you that squeaky tight feeling. A high cleansing power means more oil stripped from your skin. Since coconut oil has a high cleansing power, many soap makers limit how much they use in their bath soaps but like more of it in laundry soap. Good luck with your soaping adventures!
_________________ Linda
I learn so much when I can't leave well enough alone!
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