Q & A Handmade Soap

Q: What is handmade soap?

A: Handmade soap is a product created through the saponification process, which involves the base hydrolysis of oils to form the sodium salt of a carboxylate. It is a natural soap made with high-quality ingredients, such as vegetable oils and essential oils. The manufacturing process for handmade soaps could take more than a month to ensure high quality.

Q: Are transparent soaps natural?

A: Transparent soaps, also known as hot process soaps, are not necessarily natural as they often contain chemical foaming agents, alcohol, sugar, coloring, and fragrances. Artificial coloring is added to make them look more attractive compared to their normal state. These soaps are manufactured easily and are low in cost, known as "Melt and Pour" soaps, which are commonly used by hobbyists.

Q: What ingredients are used in your soaps?

A: Our handmade soaps are crafted using a combination of natural vegetable oils, such as olive oil, coconut oil, palm oil, and soybean oil. They also contain herbs, spices, botanicals, and essential oils. Our soaps do not contain fillers, preservatives, fragrances, or coloring.

Q: What are fillers in soaps?

A: Fillers are chemical additives that are commonly added to synthetic soaps to harden them. They increase the soap's weight and reduce the overall cost.

Q: What are the differences between handmade soap and commercial soap?

A: Commercial soaps often contain chemical additives to enhance moisturizing effects. However, handmade soaps retain all the goodness such as glycerin and unsaponified oils to moisturize your skin naturally. Handmade soaps are made with only natural ingredients, while commercial soaps are often synthetic detergents made from petroleum industry compounds, which can lead to skin irritation.

Q: What is the difference between your soaps and others?

A: We have over 20 years of experience in making high-quality, natural handmade soaps. Our soaps are manufactured in a proper manufacturing environment and are carefully monitored during the saponification process. We do not use artificial coloring, fragrances, fillers, or preservatives in our soaps. Our handmade soaps are of the truest form of natural soap, which makes them unique from others. It is important to note that many soapmakers are home-based producers who may not have the proper knowledge or regulatory requirements to ensure high-quality products.