| For me, the trick is to keep the bubbles from getting into the mold in the first place. I find it easier and less messy to tap and, if needed, alcohol-mist the pouring container instead of the filled mold. But I found that after switching to a better quality MP base, the air bubble problem disappeared almost completely. But I have read that if you pour from a tea kettle instead of an "open top" container, like a pyrex measuring pitcher, you can avoid extra air getting in, and thus the bubbles. But I've never tried it. To avoid the concave/color problem, I "over-pour" just a bit. (Expect the soap to spill out a little around the mold.) Right after releasing them, I flip the bars face-up and run the point of a small knife around the edges to trim, then peel away the excess while it's still somewhat soft. |
