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Oatmeal baths are known for their soothing properties. These bath salts contain skin-loving ingredients like Epsom salt and oat extract. The recipe is easy to make, so it's a great gift for the holidays. First, colloidal oatmeal is added to the Epsom salt and mixed in thoroughly. Then, the liquid … Continue Reading
As temperatures start to drop, your skin will need some extra TLC. We have new oils and extracts that will keep it hydrated all fall and winter long. They’re part of the Hygge Collection, which includes comforting scents and giftable packaging. It’s inspired by the Danish concept of hygge … Continue Reading
These Pumpkin Bubbling Bath Truffles are a treat to use. As they’re broken up under the faucet, they start to bubble and fill the water with luxurious pumpkin extract, cocoa butter, and shea butter. The mix of Cashmere and Pumpkin Spice Fragrance Oil will make the bath water smell just like … Continue Reading
If you’ve spent any time on the internet lately, you’ve probably seen the term hygge (pronounced hoo-gah). It’s underneath photos of wool socks, hot chocolate, and flickering candles. Simply put, it's the everyday pursuit of happiness, comfort, and connection. It's the inspiration for our Hygge … Continue Reading
We have new items just in time for your fall and winter projects. The Hygge Collection includes comforting scents, moisturizing oils, and packaging that’s perfect for holiday gifts. The collection is inspired by the Danish concept of hygge (hoo-gah), which is the everyday pursuit of happiness, … Continue Reading
Palm oil adds a unique feeling to cold process soap. It helps harden the bars and it creates lather when paired with coconut oil. While ours is from a vendor that supports sustainable production, some makers choose not to use it. Learn more about palm oil production here. One of the best things … Continue Reading
Melt and pour soap is a great option for beginners. All you have to do is melt the premade base, customize it with your favorite colors and scents, and pour into a mold. Once you get the hang of the process, you can experiment with advanced techniques like layers and swirls. Cold process soap is … Continue Reading
Coffee isn't just for fall, but there is something about cooler temperatures that has us craving it more intensely. If you need a caffeine fix, these Creamy Coffee Melt & Pour Soaps are the perfect project. The bars are made with Goat Milk Melt and Pour Soap Base, which has a gentle feeling … Continue Reading
Ruth with PotterMade Soap started making cold process only 2 years ago. Since then, she's mastered multiple techniques including layers and swirls. Customers and fellow makers love her intricate designs and beautiful photos. Learn more about how Ruth got started, what inspires her, and her … Continue Reading
There are so many designs you can create with hot process and rebatch soap, and the bars are ready to use in just a few days. There are several ways to make hot process soap. This post talks about how to use the oven, and this post talks about how to use a slow cooker. You can also use the hot … Continue Reading
This Chopped Embed Soap is inspired by Tania of Soapish. She created three batches of soap with fragrance oils from the Farmers Market Collection that had an embed design - Raspberry Jam, Cucumber Garden, and Blueberry Thyme. We decided to try something similar using bars from various projects, … Continue Reading
We're delighted to announce all of our fragrance oils are now phthalate free. After hearing concerns from customers, we decided to reformulate around 300 scents. It took 4 years and hundreds of tests to ensure the fragrances still smell great and perform well in cold process soap. Learn more about … Continue Reading
When it comes to scenting handmade soap, the possibilities are endless. There are so many amazing scents to choose from - so many that it can be overwhelming. Learn about the difference between essential oils and fragrance oils to help you choose the best option for your recipe. Essential … Continue Reading
We all make mistakes - they're part of the creative process. You can see a few of ours in this coconut milk volcano post, La Croix soap tutorial, and lilac soap post. Rather than focusing on the mistakes, we encourage people to focus on what they can improve for the next batch. You may even find the … Continue Reading