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DIY Crystal Soap that Looks Like Gemstones

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Crystal soap that looks like gemstones collage

DIY crystal soap that looks like gemstones is the first of, hopefully, many magical projects to come. I don’t do a ton of DIY projects, so I am easily intimidated. However, I was forced challenged encouraged by my friend, Dawn at Cutefetti to do some magic-like creations.

I headed on over to Google and found this DIY gemstone soap tutorial. It seems a little advanced-level for me, but her video makes it looks easy enough. Well, here was my experience.

Crystal soap with an stone in the background

First off, I need to dig deep to find the patience for crafts. I try to tap into the therapeutic benefits of working to create something beautiful, but my mind likes to quickly shut that down.

Second, I did this away from home, so of course, I forgot a bunch of things I needed. For example, I didn’t have a good tripod to create the video. But, I promised I was going to post all of this no matter how it turned out – magic or mess.

Crystal soap that looks like gemstones collage

After I had finished the crystal soap, I have to say it wasn’t difficult. It was a bit time-consuming, but that was partly my inexperience. I would love to do it again with other colors. I used soap coloring, but next time I will use food coloring for more vibrant colors.

Homemade crystal soap makes an excellent and unique gift idea for anyone, especially if they are into crystals and gemstones. Play around with colors and even add some luster for shine.

Gemstone soap with a real gemstone in the background

How to Make Crystal Soap that Looks Like Gemstones

What you need to make crystal soap

  • Transparent glycerin soap
  • Round soap mold
  • Soap or food coloring
  • Essential oils
  • Spray bottle of rubbing alcohol
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board

How to make the crystals for the crystal soap

  1. Carefully cut the block of transparent glycerin into chunks with a sharp knife. Cutting up the clear soap
  2. Put pieces into a microwave-safe bowl and heat. Keep an eye on it since it only takes seconds. Chopped soap in a microwave safe bowl
  3. Pour a thin layer into your mold, and leave the rest of the liquid in the bowl.
  4. Let the soap harden and cool in the mold.
  5. Texturize the surface of the hardened layer by lightly scratching with a fork. This helps the layers stick together.
  6. Reheat the bowl with the glycerin since it’s probably started to thicken at this point.
  7. Stir in your choice of essential oils and food coloring. This will be your second layer, so don’t make it too dark.
  8. Spray rubbing alcohol on the first layer before pouring the second layer.
  9. Pour the second layer and let harden.
  10. Reheat the leftover soap again if needed. Add more coloring to deepen the color. This is your third and darkest layer.
  11. Scratch the surface of the second layer and spray with alcohol before pouring the third layer.
  12. Allow to cool completely before popping out of the mold.
  13. Take your three-layer soap creation and cut it into slices. Layered soap ready to cut into gems
  14. Cut the clear ends at an angle to create triangle shapes. Cut angles into soaps to form gems
  15. Slice into smaller pieces that start to resemble crystals.
  16. Continue cutting to shape your crystals into unique pieces. Soaps that look like gems
  17. Save all of the tiny soap scraps. Cut them into even smaller pieces.

Collage of DIY crystal soaps with process steps

How to create crystal cluster soap that looks like gemstones

  1. Take more chunks of the clear glycerin and heat it.
  2. Pour a thin layer into the mold.
  3. Quickly add in the tiny scrap pieces of soap first.
  4. Add the crystal pieces before the soap hardens.
  5. Let everything cool and harden completely before removing from the mold. Gemstone soap in the soap mold

This is where I lack artistic ability. I freaked out when the pieces fell down in the mold when, really, this is not something you want to look perfect. If you see a real gemstone, the stones are jutting out every which way. So, add the pieces in however you like. If some fall, it’s meant to be.

Crystal soap next to real stones

If you are gifting the soap, consider brushing it with a little luster dust. It will wash away quickly but looks nice for gifting.

Blue gemstone soap

More DIY Bath & Body Projects to Make:

  • Rose petal bath soak in tub teas
  • Cotton candy unicorn soap
  • Exfoliating coffee soap

So, I guess my color looks like aquamarine. What kind of DIY crystal soap would you like to make?


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Jennifer is the founder of A Magical Mess. She is married to a wonderful man, and together they live with their three rescue dogs. Jen is an entrepreneur at heart. Hobbies and interests include working, reading, playing word games, and learning new things.

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Comments

  1. Krystal says

    May 31, 2017 at 11:03 am

    I am obsessed! These are so cute and would make an awesome gift.

  2. Ellen LaFleche-Christian says

    May 31, 2017 at 2:30 pm

    What a neat idea. This would make a great gift too!

  3. Melanie says

    May 31, 2017 at 9:50 pm

    I love the final product. My science loving kiddos will have a blast helping me make these for some summer fun.

  4. Julie Wood says

    June 22, 2017 at 9:16 am

    The DIY Crystal soap is amazing and the color is so vibrant! What a great idea and a fun soap to make with the kids!

  5. Kimberly Flickinger says

    June 22, 2017 at 1:22 pm

    I love this diy. This would be a great gift idea.

  6. Judy Thomas says

    June 29, 2017 at 6:28 pm

    I love it! I will be making these for Christmas gifts! Thank you so much for showing me how πŸ™‚

    • Jennifer says

      June 29, 2017 at 6:42 pm

      Awesome! Let me know how they turn out. πŸ™‚

  7. Rana Durham says

    July 15, 2017 at 5:17 pm

    i love to ake this soap at home . i love hoq innovated it is and its kid frieendly.

  8. Whirl says

    November 29, 2017 at 9:27 am

    Oh wow, these are so cool looking! They almost look too pretty to use,

  9. LYDIA BURNS says

    March 1, 2018 at 5:41 pm

    ~Hi Jennifer!

    What a fabulous job! I’ve been professionally soaping for 5 years, and I can’t believe you’ve never done this before. You’re right. Handmade soap is not supposed to look perfect, that’s the beauty of it’s design. Well done!

    • Jennifer says

      March 1, 2018 at 5:44 pm

      Oh my goodness, thank you!!! Please let me know if you do it. I’d love to see how yours comes out! So fun. πŸ™‚

  10. sheila ressel says

    March 28, 2018 at 7:12 am

    This is so cool! I’ve always wanted to try making my own soap but haven’t tried yet. This is very inspiring.

    • Jennifer says

      March 28, 2018 at 8:54 am

      Yay!!! Show us a picture once you do! πŸ™‚

  11. Vickie L Couturier says

    July 27, 2018 at 9:05 am

    oh wow that looks so pretty for a bathroom,,i like that there are different colors to make,,i wish i had time to try this but im not very DIY

  12. beverly mckinley says

    August 1, 2018 at 11:36 pm

    i am going to try to get enough supplies for a classroom to make and find a teacher at my grandkids school to donate them to.

    • Jennifer says

      August 2, 2018 at 8:26 am

      That’s an awesome idea! Let us know how they turn out!!

  13. Heather McPherson says

    February 11, 2020 at 1:47 am

    OMG this was a tedious, very time consuming but I realized I made a bit too MUCH soap lol, thanks for a lovely soap project! Follow to my website to see my results & to purchase these β€œrock” soaps @ Etsy shop LakeSideSoapslnc!

    • Jennifer says

      February 11, 2020 at 7:34 am

      Haha! Yes, agreed. After a little bit I found it therapeutic. I will check yours out!

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