Articles
Sustainable soap making: what really makes a soap eco-friendly?
Is handmade soap really better for the environment? Let's talk about the science behind sustainable soap making, from ingredient sourcing and packaging to production, waste reduction and building a responsible...
Sustainable soap making: what really makes a soap eco-friendly?
Is handmade soap really better for the environment? Let's talk about the science behind sustainable soap making, from ingredient sourcing and packaging to production, waste reduction and building a responsible...
The missing skill most soap businesses don’t realise they need
There is something I have noticed over and over again in the handmade soap world, and I believe it is one of the biggest reasons so many talented businesses struggle...
The missing skill most soap businesses don’t realise they need
There is something I have noticed over and over again in the handmade soap world, and I believe it is one of the biggest reasons so many talented businesses struggle...
Why your soap isn’t selling (even if people say they love it)
The hidden gap between compliments and actual purchases There’s a moment almost every soap maker experiences. Someone picks up a bar, smells it, smiles, and says, “This is amazing.”And then…...
Why your soap isn’t selling (even if people say they love it)
The hidden gap between compliments and actual purchases There’s a moment almost every soap maker experiences. Someone picks up a bar, smells it, smiles, and says, “This is amazing.”And then…...
Still waiting for sales to “just happen”? Here’s what’s missing...
Why most soap businesses don’t grow, even with beautiful products. Let’s be honest for a moment You’ve made something beautiful.Your soap smells incredible, looks like it belongs in a boutique,...
Still waiting for sales to “just happen”? Here’s what’s missing...
Why most soap businesses don’t grow, even with beautiful products. Let’s be honest for a moment You’ve made something beautiful.Your soap smells incredible, looks like it belongs in a boutique,...
Student Spotlight: Edlyne, Founder of Kukui Soapery
In 2025, Edlyne joined our online Botanical Soap-Making Course with a quiet dream and a deep desire to rediscover her purpose. Today, she is the founder of Kukui Soapery, a...
Student Spotlight: Edlyne, Founder of Kukui Soapery
In 2025, Edlyne joined our online Botanical Soap-Making Course with a quiet dream and a deep desire to rediscover her purpose. Today, she is the founder of Kukui Soapery, a...
Are botanicals really “useless” in soap? - A scientific, practical, and honest look at what happe...
This article was inspired by a recent exchange on Instagram that, quite honestly, left me both frustrated and motivated. Under one of my posts about botanical soap, there was a...
Are botanicals really “useless” in soap? - A scientific, practical, and honest look at what happens with plants in cold process soap
This article was inspired by a recent exchange on Instagram that, quite honestly, left me both frustrated and motivated. Under one of my posts about botanical soap, there was a...
Outstanding course for aspiring soap makers
"This is one of the BEST courses I’ve come across! As an experienced soap maker, I’m always looking to enhance my knowledge and skills in the field - and this course did not disappoint. The content is ideal for those interested in starting their soap making journey, but there are also some wonderful nuggets of information that will help any soap maker. It is certainly worth the investment."
-Wendy (CVS Student)
