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Handmade Artisan Soap

Here on my website, you will find my all-natural artisan soaps for sale. What does an artisan do?

"An artisan works to produce a pure product of their vision, often using labour intensive techniques and high quality ingredients." I couldn't possibly resonate more with this statement!

I create my soaps by hand in small batches, they are non toxic, free from harmful ingredients and synthetic additives. My soaps are made using the old fashioned cold process method of soap making. This means that I formulate my own soap recipes from scratch. I don't use pre-bought, ready made soap bases which contain surfactants, and synthetic additives. My eco-friendly soaps are naturally coloured with roots and clays, and scented with pure essential oils. I cure my soaps for a minimum of 4 weeks, this creates a hard bar of soap that lasts a long time. Handmade soap is well worth waiting for!

I include skin nourishing plant oils such as olive oil, sweet almond oil, coconut oil and shea butter. Shower soap bars are pure luxury, and a joy to use, a great way to reduce plastic useage around your home and exposure to synthetic fragrances from shower gels.

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What is all-natural cold process soap?

Cold process soap is a type of soap that is made using fats/oils that react with a high alkaline base. I choose to use plant-based oils, essential oils, and natural colorants. When formulating soaps, a high alkaline salt called lye is used in a process called saponification. The reaction between the distilled water combined with the correct ratio of lye and the fats / oils in the recipe, is what changes the structure of the liquid oils into a hard bar of soap. There is no lye remaining in the finished bars once they have cured, that is the beauty of the saponification process! During the curing time of 4 weeks, the soaps lose about 10% of water and the ph comes down, making a mild, hard bar of soap. The soap maintains the integrity of the plant oils used in the recipes. There is also a high glycerine content in cold process soap, which occurs naturally during the saponification process. Glycerine is a natural humectant and it makes the skin very soft.

What are the benefits of using cold process soap?

Cold process soaps are gentle on your skin, formulated with natural plant oils such as sweet almond, coconut, and sunflower seed. These create a beautiful lather that cleanses effectively without stripping the skin of its natural oils. Each finished bar contains naturally occurring glycerine, along with free oils that remain in the soap to help nourish and protect the skin. Unlike many synthetic shower gels, natural soaps are also kinder to the environment — made from renewable, biodegradable ingredients that are safe to wash down the drain and do not leave behind harmful residues.

Are natural soaps suitable for all skin types?

Yes my natural soaps are especially suited to sensitive and reactive skin, and can be a wonderful alternative for anyone who finds that shower gels leave their skin feeling itchy, tight, or irritated. Made with gentle plant oils and without harsh detergents, they cleanse kindly while helping to support the skin’s natural barrier. If you have a specific skin condition or known allergy, it’s always wise to check the ingredients carefully and seek professional advice if needed. My soaps are also safe to use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding, but as they contain nut oils, they are not suitable for those with nut allergies.

 Can all-natural soaps lather and clean effectively?

Yes, all-natural soaps can lather and clean just as effectively as conventional soaps. The natural ingredients such as coconut oil, olive oil and shea butter, create a rich and moisturizing lather with lots of big bubbles. Natural soaps do not strip the skin like common detergent soaps, they gently lift away dirt and impurities with a rich and creamy lather. Leaving skin soft and smooth.

What is vegan soap?

Vegan soap is a type of soap that does not contain any animal-derived ingredients or by-products. Instead, it is made using only plant-based ingredients such as plant oils, butters, botanicals, and essential oils. It is a cruelty-free and environmentally-friendly alternative to traditional soaps that contain animal-derived ingredients such as lard and beeswax.

 

What does Palm Oil Free Mean?

My soaps are completely palm oil free because I don’t believe palm oil can ever be sourced without harm to ecosystems and wildlife. Choosing not to use it makes my formulas more expensive to create, but I would always rather pay more for ingredients that align with my values. For me, making truly thoughtful skincare means putting ethics first, even when it costs more.