What is soap?

Soap is a combination of water, lye and fats (oils). When the lye and water solution is combined with fats, a chemical reaction called “saponification” occurs – the reaction of hydrogen, oxygen, sodium and fatty acid molecules. The result is about 75% soap and 25% glycerin. Properly crafted handmade soap contains no lye, but cannot be made without it.  We use the cold process method to make our soaps.

What makes handmade soap better than commercial soap?

You will notice right away that your skin will feel softer – not dry - after using handmade soap. The difference is glycerin, which is retained in handmade soap, but is extracted from commercial soap as a valuable by-product and sold to other industries. Glycerin is a humectant, which means that it absorbs water from the air and draws it to your skin, making it feel softer and healthier. There is also evidence of the healing properties of a handmade bar of soap. Those who suffer from skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema, as well as people who have sensitive skin or are hypoallergenic often find immediate relief by switching to handmade soap. Without making any specific claims about my soap cakes, I think you’ll prefer them over your current skin cleanser. Your skin is the largest organ of your body and your first defense against dehydration, infection, and harmful substances, so you want to take good care of it!

How long will a soap cake last?

Anywhere from 3-6 months, depending on care and use. Kitchen soaps can last up to a year! Using a vented soap dish to allow the soap cake to air dry between each use will greatly extend the life of your soap.

Policies & Information

Payment methods: Please use Paypal for credit card orders. You do not need to have an account with Paypal to use this service.  A sales tax of 7.525% will automatically be added to orders shipped to a Kansas address.  Sales tax will not be charged on shipments to recipients outside of Kansas.

Shipping: U.S. orders only.  You choose actual shipping via United States Postal Service or UPS.  Local orders can be picked up for no extra charge.  There are no handling fees or small order fees.

Privacy Policy:  All personal customer information is strictly confidential, thus it will never be released to other parties for solicitation purposes.

Information within this site is for educational purposes only.  The U.S. Food & Drug Administration has not evaluated any statements made about our products, but we encourage you do your own research, try our products and come to your own conclusions.