We believe in complete transparency – so here’s more information!
Everything you never knew you needed to know about us.
A lot goes into making a great bar of soap, jar of lotion, tin of lip balm, or any other skin care product. Below is some information to let you know exactly what goes into our products, how they’re produced, and how we ensure that you are getting the best quality product at the most reasonable price.
What are the ingredients in your soaps?
- Saponified Olive Oil
- Coconut Oil
- Cocoa Butter
- Shea Butter
- Castor Oil
- Distilled Water
- Sodium Lactate
- Fragrance
- Powdered Mica
What does “Saponified” mean
The Websters Dictionary Definition is: “turn (fat or oil) into soap by reaction with an alkali.” In our soaps we use Sodium Hydroxide – a.k.a. Lye. We start by mixing lye with the distilled water, and once it reaches the right temperature we add it into our plant-based oils. We do not use any animal fat in any of our products.
What is Sodium Lactate and why do you use it in your soaps?
Sodium Lactate is a type of salt, and it is used to produce a harder bar of soap that will last in the shower. Because Sodium Lactate is a salt, it is a natural humectant, drawing moisture to your skin. Sodium lactate also has several benefits in handmade lotion. It creates a thicker, creamier texture that’s great for extra dry patches.
Are you going to be adding other products to your shop?
YES, ABSOLUTELY!
We are currently making lip balms, sugar scrubs, refreshing sprays, and facial serums. We want to make sure we produce the best quality product before making it available to others.
Additionally, if you have an idea of something you’d like for us to make, go to the Contact Us page and send us an email! We’d love to hear from you!
What else do you use in your soaps?
- Additional oils
- Natural colorants
- Dried herbs/flowers
- Fragrance oils
- Essential Oils
- Natural exfoliants
Are you really such a sarcastic smart-alec in real life?
Yes. Yes, I am. I’d rather you laugh at me than to not laugh at all.
Also, life is too short to take yourself too seriously.
How long does it take to make a bar of soap?
This is a tricky question – because the short answer is about 48 hours. But that’s not the WHOLE answer.
Making a batch of soap is a relatively quick process. Maybe 20-30 minutes between adding the lye to the water, and pouring the final batch into the mold.
It takes between 24-48 hours for it to get hard enough to cut into actual bars, which is why the answer to “How long does it take to make a bar of soap?” is approximately 48 hours.
BUT THERE’S EVEN MORE!
Once a loaf of soap is cut into bars, we let it sit for 4-6 weeks to allow the water to evaporate and create a more durable bar of soap less prone to disintegration when you use it.
