Use of concentrated NAOH (lye or caustic soda) in soap preparation can produce a very basic product. A good soap tests between a pH 7 and 9; pH 10 is rather harsh; a pH of 11 means somethjng is wrong. How could you reduce the pH of your preparation?

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Use of concentrated NAOH (lye or caustic soda) in soap preparation can produce a very basic product. A good soap tests between a pH 7 and 9; pH 10 is rather harsh; a pH of 11 means somethjng is wrong. How could you reduce the pH of your preparation?
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