Buying guide
Fragrance & Color Kit
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Scent and shade your bars like a pro. The page is split into five sections (Long-Lasting Fragrance Oils; Shimmering Mica Powders; Vivid Soap Dyes; Easy Liquid Colorants; Bright White Base), followed by every pick ranked by our score so you can compare them in one place.
The short version
We compared 18 picks. Our scores range from 6.3 to 8.6 out of 10.
- Best overall:TECHAROOZ Mica Powder Set - 24 Cosmetic Grade Pigment Colors (10g Each) for Soap Making. Highest overall score in this guide at 8.6/10.
- Also great value:Pure Titanium Dioxide Powder for Soap Making, 1Lb - Natural Soap Colorant, For Epoxy Resin, Sunscreen and Lotion, Cosmetics. Value score of 9/10, overall 8.4/10.
- Solid build:Soap Dye - 24 Color Food Grade Skin Safe Coloring for Bath Bomb and DIY Making Supplies - Liquid Concentrated Colorant Kit. Build and materials score of 7/10, overall 8.0/10.
- Feature-rich:20 Colors Bath Bomb Soap Dye - Wayin Food Grade Skin Safe Liquid Based Colorant, Vibrant Concentrated Neon Soap Coloring. Features score of 8/10, overall 8.0/10.
Scores are our editorial assessment, not customer ratings. How we score
Long-Lasting Fragrance Oils
- Lagunamoon Fragrance Oil Set - Premium Grade 10 Pcs Scented Oils for Candle & Soap MakingOur score7.8/10
- HIQILI Nature Fragrance Oil 6x10ml, Scented Oil for Candle Scents Soap Making & DiffuserOur score6.8/10
- Holamay Fruity Fragrance Oil, Premium Fruit Oils for Candle Soap Making Scents, 10x5mlOur score6.8/10
- Essential Oils Set, 24 Scents Fragrance Oil for Soap Making, Long LastingOur score6.3/10
Shimmering Mica Powders
- TECHAROOZ Mica Powder Set - 24 Cosmetic Grade Pigment Colors (10g Each) for Soap MakingOur score8.6/10
- Mica Powder for Resin Coloring 24 Colors Set - Cosmetic Grade Pigment Powder for SoapOur score7.8/10
- Cosmetic Grade Mica Powder 24x0.15 Oz Color Set Assortment for Soap Making, Resin, Bath BombOur score7.8/10
- Erosom 12 Colors Mica Powder Pigments Soap Dye for Soap Coloring - Making Colorants SetOur score7.6/10
Vivid Soap Dyes
- Soap Dye - 24 Color Food Grade Skin Safe Coloring for Bath Bomb and DIY Making Supplies - Liquid Concentrated Colorant KitOur score8.0/10
- 9 Liquid Dye Colorant Set for Soap Coloring, Bath Bomb Making - Plum, Brown, Lemon, Black, Rose, Peach, Turquoise, Wine, Green (10 ml Each)Our score7.8/10
- Ktdorns Soap Dye Soap Making Set - 10 Liquid Colors for Soap Coloring, Coal Black, Royal Blue, Chocolate Brown, Lemon YellowOur score7.8/10
- 16 Colors Soap Making Dye, Liquid Bath Bombs Colorant Set, Handmade Soaps Dye, Crafts, Slime, Soap Making SuppliesOur score7.0/10
Easy Liquid Colorants
- Soap Dye - 24 Color Food Grade Skin Safe Coloring for Bath Bomb and DIY Making Supplies - Liquid Concentrated Colorant KitOur score8.0/10
- 20 Colors Bath Bomb Soap Dye - Wayin Food Grade Skin Safe Liquid Based Colorant, Vibrant Concentrated Neon Soap ColoringOur score8.0/10
- 9 Liquid Dye Colorant Set for Soap Coloring, Bath Bomb Making - Plum, Brown, Lemon, Black, Rose, Peach, Turquoise, Wine, Green (10 ml Each)Our score7.8/10
- 12 Color Bath Bomb Soap Dye - Skin Safe Colorant - 0.35 oz Natural Liquid Food Grade Coloring for DIY Bath Bomb Supplies KitOur score7.6/10
Bright White Base
- Pure Titanium Dioxide Powder for Soap Making, 1Lb - Natural Soap Colorant, For Epoxy Resin, Sunscreen and Lotion, CosmeticsOur score8.4/10
- Titanium Dioxide, 8 Ounces TiO2 Pure Titanium Dioxide for Soap Making, Whitening Colorant for Crafts PaintsOur score7.6/10
- Pantai PTR-620 Titanium Dioxide TiO2, 1 lb.Our score7.6/10
- 3.5oz Titanium Dioxide, TiO2 Pure Titanium Dioxide for Soap Making, Whitening Colorant, Resealable PouchOur score7.4/10
All 18 picks, ranked by our score
Every product from the sections above, listed once. Sort by the criterion you care about most, or tick up to three to compare.
#1TECHAROOZ Mica Powder Set of 24 cosmetic grade pigment colors, 10g each, labeled for soap making.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + 10g each is a generous amount of mica per color for a set
- + 24 cosmetic grade colors are marketed directly for soap making
- + Plenty of mica for dusting tops and drawing mica lines
- - Bright neon-type shades may fade in cold process soap
- - Bags can spill fine powder unless opened carefully
#2A 1Lb bag of pure titanium dioxide powder for soap making, a bulk whitener also used for resin and lotions.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + 1Lb supply whitens a huge number of soap batches
- + Titanium dioxide gives bright white bars and brightens pastel colors
- + Also usable in resin and cosmetics, so bulk stock is not wasted
- - Fine powder is easy to inhale, so wear a mask while measuring
- - Too much TiO2 can cause white streaks or glycerin rivers in soap
#3A 24 Color food grade, skin safe liquid concentrated soap dye kit for bath bombs and DIY soap making.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + 24 Color range makes it easy to mix exact shades
- + Liquid concentrate blends evenly into melt and pour bases
- + Food grade skin safe labeling reassures makers of kids' soaps
- - Food grade dyes often fade or morph in cold process lye soap
- - Liquid dyes can bleed between layers in multi-color bars
#4Wayin 20 Colors food grade skin safe liquid colorant set with vibrant concentrated neon soap coloring.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + Neon shades give bold, bright melt and pour soaps
- + 20 Colors offer a wide liquid palette for mixing
- + Concentrated liquid needs only a few drops per batch
- - Neon colors often fade faster than regular soap colorants
- - Liquid neon dyes may morph in high pH cold process soap
#5Lagunamoon premium grade 10 Pcs fragrance oil set of scented oils for candle and soap making.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 10 Pcs set lets you sample several scents before buying large bottles
- + Premium grade oils from a popular aromatherapy brand
- + Works for candles and soap, so scents can match across products
- - Small bottles run out quickly in full soap batches
- - Not all scents are guaranteed skin safe, so check usage rates
#6A 24 Colors cosmetic grade mica powder set sold for resin coloring and also usable for soap.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 24 Colors give a strong range for swirls, layers and mica lines
- + Cosmetic grade pigment is suitable for skin-contact soap use
- + Doubles as a resin colorant for makers with multiple crafts
- - Resin-first marketing means soap stability of each shade is unclear
- - Some micas can bleed or morph in cold process soap
#7A 24x0.15 Oz cosmetic grade mica powder assortment for soap making, resin and bath bombs.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 24 color assortment covers a wide palette in one purchase
- + Cosmetic grade mica works in soap, resin and bath bombs
- + 0.15 Oz of each color is fine for trial swirls and accents
- - 0.15 Oz per color runs out quickly for colored loaves
- - Colors can shift slightly by batch, so test a small swirl before a full pour
#8A set of 9 liquid dye colorants, 10 ml each, in plum, brown, lemon, black, rose, peach, turquoise, wine and green.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Named shades like wine, plum and turquoise help plan color themes
- + 10 ml each is enough for many melt and pour batches
- + Liquid dyes mix quickly without clumping or specks
- - 9 colors is a smaller range than the larger dye kits
- - Black and brown liquid dyes can stain lather and washcloths
#9Ktdorns soap dye set with 10 liquid colors including coal black, royal blue, chocolate brown and lemon yellow.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 10 liquid colors cover strong basics for mixing custom shades
- + Deep shades like coal black and royal blue give bold bars
- + Liquid format disperses easily in melted soap base
- - Strong dark dyes can tint lather if overused
- - Liquid colors may not hold true in cold process soap
#10Erosom 12 Colors mica powder pigment set, a compact starter range of shimmer colorants for soap.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 12 Colors cover the basics for swirls, layers and mica lines
- + Mica shimmer adds a professional sparkle to melt and pour bars
- + Compact set is easy to store and good for beginners
- - Not every mica holds color in high pH cold process soap
- - Smaller range than the larger mica sets in this guide
#11A 12 Color skin safe liquid food grade colorant set with 0.35 oz bottles for bath bombs and soap.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 0.35 oz bottles are fine for many small melt and pour batches
- + 12 Color set covers basic shades for mixing custom tones
- + Natural and food grade labeling suits family-friendly crafts
- - Small bottles run low quickly when coloring full loaves
- - Natural liquid colors can be less vivid than synthetic dyes
#12Titanium Dioxide 8 Ounces of pure TiO2 for soap making, a mid-size whitening colorant for crafts and paints.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 8 Ounces is a practical amount for regular hobby soap making
- + Pure TiO2 whitens soap and makes colored layers pop
- + Handy for other crafts and paints if you have leftovers
- - Crafts and paint marketing leaves cosmetic grade status unclear
- - Needs predispersing in oil or glycerin to avoid white specks
#13Pantai PTR-620 titanium dioxide TiO2, 1 lb., a named-grade whitening pigment sold by the pound.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + PTR-620 is a specific, identifiable grade of titanium dioxide
- + 1 lb. amount lasts a long time for white and pastel soaps
- + Consistent named grade helps repeat batches look the same
- - Check the cosmetic grade certification before using this in skin-contact soap
- - Bulk powder is messy and needs a mask when handling
#14A 3.5oz pouch of pure TiO2 titanium dioxide for soap making, a small resealable whitening colorant.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10
- + 3.5oz size is a low-cost way to start whitening soap
- + Resealable pouch keeps the powder dry between uses
- + Small amount is plenty for many batches at typical rates
- - Check the grade and purity listed before using this for whitening soap
- - Fine powder can puff out of the pouch when opened quickly
#15A 16 Colors liquid soap making dye set that also works for bath bombs, crafts and slime.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10
- + 16 Colors give a flexible palette for bright melt and pour bars
- + Multi-craft use means leftover dye works in slime and crafts
- + Liquid dyes blend instantly into melted base
- - Slime and craft marketing leaves soap-specific details thin
- - Bright dyes can bleed across layers in striped soaps
#16HIQILI nature fragrance oil set of 6x10ml scented oils for candle scents, soap making and diffusers.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 7/10
- + 6x10ml bottles let you try nature scents in small test batches
- + Useful for diffusers and candles as well as soap
- + Nature theme gives fresh, outdoorsy scent options
- - 10ml bottles are too small for a full loaf at typical rates
- - Scent strength after cure is uncertain in cold process soap
#17Holamay fruity fragrance oil set of 10x5ml premium fruit scents for candles and soap making.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 7/10
- + 10 fruit scents give lots of variety for fun, bright soaps
- + Small bottles are good for testing scent combinations
- + Fruity scents are popular for kids' and summer soap lines
- - 5ml bottles hold very little for anything beyond a tiny test
- - Fruity fragrances can fade or discolor in cold process soap
#18A 24 Scents set labeled as both essential oils and fragrance oil for soap making, claimed long lasting.
Fit for the job 6/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 5/10 · Value 7/10
- + 24 Scents give a wide sampler for exploring soap fragrance ideas
- + Long lasting claim suits makers wanting scent that survives cure
- + Large variety set is a fun gift for new soap makers
- - Mixing essential and fragrance oil labels makes contents unclear
- - Many tiny bottles make it hard to scent a full batch consistently
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