Soap Collection

Handcrafted cold process soap is created through saponification, a chemical reaction in which fats and oils (triglycerides) react with sodium hydroxide (lye) to form soap (fatty acid salts) and glycerin. During this process, the lye breaks down the oils into fatty acids, which then combine with sodium to create solid soap, while naturally occurring glycerin is retained—providing humectant properties that help attract moisture to the skin. Oils and lye are mixed at low temperatures and blended until “trace,” then poured into molds and cured for 4–6 weeks, allowing water to evaporate and the soap to fully harden and become milder.

The origins of soap making date back over 4,000 years to ancient civilizations, where early soaps were made from animal fats, oils and ash-derived alkali. Today’s cold process method continues this tradition with a deeper understanding of chemistry, allowing artisans to create gentle, customizable, and nutrient-rich soaps that honor both science and heritage.