Creating a soap bar with rich, bubbly lather is a goal for many soap makers, as lather is often associated with cleansing efficacy and is one of the more critical components of customer satisfaction. While soap recipes naturally lather based on their oil composition and additives, there are several ...
How to Make Your Soaps Harder & Last Longer
Normally you'd never want to add a SALT to any soap — because salt, as a rule, decreases the lather and bubbles you enjoy when washing with it. And as a soaper, we ALWAYS want more bubbles in our lather!One of the secrets I immediately implemented in our shop soap bars is the addition of Sodium ...
The Benefits of Rose Clay in Skincare
Rose clay, also known as pink clay, is a gentle and mineral-rich type of kaolin clay that has become a popular ingredient in natural skincare products. With its soft pink hue and mild nature, rose clay offers a host of benefits for various skin types, especially for those with sensitive or mature ...
The Benefits of Turmeric in Soap and Skincare Products
Turmeric, a golden-yellow spice derived from the root of the Curcuma longa plant, has long been celebrated in Ayurvedic and traditional medicine for its myriad health benefits. In recent years, its application in skincare products, including soap, has gained significant traction, thanks to ...
Natural Additives 101: Colorants, Herbs, Florals & Clays
If you love to make your own soap at home, or even if you simply loving buying your family pure, natural products you find at farmer's markets — it's empowering to know the most commonly used natural ingredients to alter color, texture, or increase the effectiveness of a product. Here's a great ...
Simple Handmade Soap Recipe
If you're like me, making soap at home is more than just a fun hobby, it's almost like therapy or a soothing ritual. Learning the craft of making simple handmade soap is a rewarding process that allows you to control ingredients and create a product tailored to your skin's needs. Here’s the most ...