At the heart of Italian household traditions lies a practice as ancient as it is effective: home-made soap making. Grandma's "homemade soap" is a symbol of simplicity, self-sufficiency, and respect for the environment, which we are rediscovering today with a fresh eye, seeking natural and sustainable alternatives to industrial products.
The process begins with essential, readily available ingredients:
5 liters of used oil (leftover from kitchen utensils)
1 kg of caustic soda flakes
20 liters of water
These three elements, combined with care and patience, create a genuine soap, effective for laundry and gentle on the skin.
The mixture must be stirred in the same direction, brought to a boil, and stirred for at least an hour, gradually adding the remaining water.
Over time, the mixture thickens and forms a dense, fine foam. An ancient trick to determine its readiness is simple: if, when you lift the ladle, it flows like honey, it's ready.
