Avoiding the drag lines

So, this took me a while to figure out when I started making soap and as I was getting ready to cut this re-stock Serenity this morning, thought I should post this little tip in case a new soaper out there was struggling with this problem as I did.

If you add 'toppings' to your soap (good ones are lavender, oatmeal, rosebuds, petals, etc.), I've had the best success with adding them right after pouring the soap and texturing the top. This way, it's set up enough to support the toppings, and since it's wet, most of what you add will stick.

When it comes time to cut your soap, if you turn the log on it's side instead of leaving it rightside up, you can avoid 'dragging' your toppings through the soft soap. Just slice it on its side and you'll be fine! No drag lines.