Why Choose Natural Soap?

You've probably encountered bars of handmade soap at various markets or events, or have seen them on social media platforms or sales websites. If so, you've noticed how pleasant they are simply to look at (and sniff at, if you're lucky). Making soap by hand opens up many fun possibilities regarding scent and color, and there are so many creative makers who turn their soaps into works of art. But the best reasons for choosing natural soap are often overlooked in lieu of simply how lovely these delightful bars look and smell.

From butters and oils to exfoliators and essential oils, every ingredient used in handmade natural soap has been specifically chosen for the properties and benefits it brings to the bar. Making soap from scratch gives the maker control to keep in all the good stuff (like glycerin, a highly moisturizing byproduct of the soapmaking process) while leaving out all the undesirables found in store-bought manufactured soaps, like preservatives, sulfates and parabens. The maker can also tailor their ingredients to accommodate allergies, skin sensitivities, and ethical or moral restrictions, allowing for the highest quality soap that meets the user's needs exactly. Simply put, there's no better soap out there for your skin than a bar of natural soap lovingly made by hand.

For a more information, check out our following blog posts:

- Why Lye?

- The oils we use (and why we love them!)

- Essential oils and their properties (coming soon)

- Natural soap colorants (coming soon)