Upcycling workshop: Turning Used Cooking Oil into Soap!
- Physical | Workshop
- Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Themes & Topics
Nature & Environment
Upcycling, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Arts & Crafts
Soapmaking
About the Experience
Duration: 2 hours
Beginner
No prior experience required
Up To 20 Learners
Language: English
Description
Come learn about the benefits and science in basic soap making! Once you understand the science behind soap making, you can make your own soap at home with your used cooking oil which saves you not just money, but helps you do your part for the environment as well. You will be able to observe the whole process of soap making and learn which safety measures to take. You will also learn from sight when your soap is ready to be poured into the mould and take home your very own used cooking oil soap!
Instructions
How to prepare
1. Bring a long sleeve shirt with buttons as extra protective clothing. 2. Participants are encouraged to bring their own tools and materials listed below. However, they will be provided too if you do not have them at home. There is no need to buy new ones.
The host will provide
- Used Cooking Oil
- Weighing scale
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Mould
- Glove
- Lye
- Face shield
- Plastic spoon
- Mixing bowl
What to bring
- Long sleeve shirt as protective clothing
- cloth rags for wiping up spills
- Face shield (if you have at home already)
About the Host
Zero Waste Sabah
Non-Profit OrganizationZero Waste Sabah aims to promote responsible consumption and sustainable living through the 5R principles of the zero waste lifestyle. We focus on education and awareness to combat climate change, plastic pollution, and the recycling crisis. The services we offer include talks, training, workshops and consultation.
Tuaran, Malaysia
Location
Perpustakaan Tanjung Aru, Pekan Tanjung Aru
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia