Handmade Soap Production Process and Precautions

What is Handmade Soap？

Also known as "handmade soap" or "homemade soap", handcrafted soap is a blend of both science and art. By combining the scientific knowledge of the last 150 years and the artistic creativity of the soapmaker, each bar is safe, luxurious and unique.

There are several types of handcrafted soap. The actual soap can be made from scratch by the cold or hot process methods or the soapmaker might utilize a ready-made Soap Base.

Regardless of the method, the Handcrafted Soap & Cosmetic Guild recognizes any soap made by these methods to be handcrafted so long as at least 50% of the process, from creating the soap to additives and embellishments and on to the final packaging, is done by hand.

The process of making handmade soap

Choose your ingredients: The first step in making handmade soap is to choose your ingredients. This includes plant-based oils, such as olive oil, coconut oil, and castor oil, as well as essential oils for fragrance and other natural additives like honey, oatmeal, or herbs.
Prepare your equipment: You will need a few key tools to make handmade soap, including a stainless steel pot, a digital scale, a stick blender, a thermometer, and a mold.
Measure your ingredients: Using a digital scale, weigh out the oils and other ingredients according to the recipe you are following.
Heat the oils: In a stainless steel pot, heat the oils over low heat until they are melted and combined.
Mix the lye: In a separate container, mix the lye with water according to the recipe's instructions. Be sure to wear gloves and goggles when working with lye, as it can be dangerous.
Add the lye to the oils: Slowly pour the lye mixture into the melted oils, stirring continuously with a stick blender.
Add essential oils and other additives: Once the soap has reached trace (when the mixture is thick enough to leave a trail when stirred), add essential oils and any other natural additives you'd like to include.
Pour the soap into the mold: Pour the soap mixture into the mold and let it set for 24-48 hours.
Cut and cure the soap: Once the soap has set, remove it from the mold and cut it into bars. Let the bars cure for at least four weeks before using them.

Precautions

Work in a well-ventilated area: When working with lye, it is important to work in a well-ventilated area, as the fumes can be harmful if inhaled.
Wear protective gear: Wear gloves, goggles, and protective clothing when working with lye and other ingredients to protect your skin and eyes.
Follow recipes carefully: Follow recipes carefully and measure ingredients precisely to ensure the soap turns out correctly and safely.
Be patient: Curing soap takes time, so be patient and allow the soap to cure for at least four weeks before using it.

Benefits Of Handmade Soaps

1. They are made with natural and organic ingredients

Our handmade soaps are made only with natural ingredients such as vegetable oils and butters, botanical extracts, and essential oils to make the best use of the properties of plants and to improve and treat skin problems.

They do not contain preservatives, colourings, or synthetic flavourings and both their colour and aroma are provided by the plants from which they are made. Therefore, the appearance of the soap may change from one batch to another.

2. Packed with skin-enhancing vitamins

Cold saponification ensures that the soaps retain all their properties and so soaps can bring all the therapeutic virtues of oils, butters, and essential oils to the skin as they have not been subjected to heat.

In addition, the natural ingredients used in the production of our soaps are pure and of the highest quality, mostly obtained from certified organic farming. This ensures that the soaps are full of wonderful vitamins and nutrients that are effective for daily skin care.

The predominant oil in all our soaps is extra virgin olive oil, which has great antioxidant, regenerating and emollient properties for the skin.

3. They are multifunctional

Our soaps are designed to be used as a facial or body cleanser because they are formulated without toxic chemicals, due to their supersaturation of oils and their balanced pH. These types of soaps do not dry out your skin, but you should always keep in mind that after cleansing you should moisturise your skin with a Moisturising Cream or Facial Serum.

4. They are vegan

The whole range of handmade soaps is vegan as they only contain ingredients of vegetable origin and of course, they are not tested on animals.

5. They respect the environment

Handmade and Natural Soap is a biodegradable product that does not contain toxic ingredients or synthetic chemicals, so you can rest assured that you are not polluting the environment.

In addition, all our soaps are packaged in recyclable cardboard boxes, so we avoid generating more waste.

6. With essential oils for smooth and rich aromas

Essential oils are essences extracted through the distillation of plants and contain a wealth of active ingredients that work through the sense of smell and the skin. Both their intense floral and wild scent and their therapeutic properties are present in each soap and as soon as you open the box you can begin to feel their presence.

Each handmade soap contains one or more scents that have been chosen to balance (geranium), relax (mandarin) or stimulate your energy (rosemary) and for their wonderful properties to heal and treat skin problems.

7. Effectively cleanses and cares for your skin

The basic function of soap is to cleanse. It is essential that you choose the right soap for your skin type to reap the full benefits of the ingredients it contains. By cleansing you remove the oil that is produced daily on your skin, make-up, or impurities. These elements clog pores and slow down the regeneration process, which can lead to breakouts, darkening of the skin or premature ageing.

Customer reviews about handmade soap

C-Bo
Love them ! I sent a set to my friend's Mom for her 97th birthday because she is in a care facility and can not have many items on her side of the room. I figured she could put them in her drawers with her clothes to make them smell good. I sent them through Amazon so I did not physically see them. I ordered a set for me to see what I sent. I love them and have made them my "Go-To-Gift" for my girlfriends who have everything. Perfect for travel too! They are amazing !!! Thank you. I love that they are made in Newport Beach. I live in Yorba Linda and come to Newport often as do all of my out of state guests which I have often. Thanks Keomi ! Constance Bonanni

Happy Customer
These are perfect for travel or gifts. Gentle on the skin, unlike hotel soap. Update 1-3-16 liked them so much I bought 2 and gave one to a friend, now wishing I had ordered yet another set for another bff. The fragrance is wonderful - each soap is a different fragrance but they are mild not overwhelming. I used them for guests, who raved about them and now they want them too.

Patsy
Love the handmade soaps and plan to give as gifts. I only give the best scented products to my friends and family. Have been doing this for some time and they look forward to getting something from me. They will love these samplers. Recommed the product and the supplier. Would order from them again.