Ingredients

All of my soaps are made from glycerin bases, essential oils or fragrance oils, and skin-safe, cosmetic-grade colorants, sparkles/glitters, and other additives (like coffee grounds, Himalayan sea salt, pumice, walnut shells, or jojoba beads). Glycerin soap is easier on the skin, oftentimes less drying or irritating. 

Here are some photos of soap in process. You can scroll down for a full listing of ingredients.

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I buy my supplies from several different suppliers in The United States.

Here's a summary of some common ingredients and their purposes (from ChatGPT).

Propylene Glycol is a synthetic organic compound commonly used as a solvent and humectant in various products, including food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.

Sodium Stearate is a salt derived from stearic acid, which is a natural fatty acid found in many animal and vegetable fats. Sodium stearate is often used as a surfactant or emulsifying agent in personal care products.

Glycerin: Also known as glycerol, it is a natural compound that can be derived from plant or animal sources. Glycerin is commonly used as a humectant in skincare and personal care products due to its moisturizing properties.

Sucrose: Sucrose is a natural sugar derived from sugar cane or sugar beets. It is commonly used as a sweetener in various food and beverage products.

Sodium Laurate is a sodium salt of lauric acid, which is a naturally occurring fatty acid found in coconut oil and other vegetable oils. Sodium laurate is used as a surfactant and cleansing agent in many personal care products.

Sodium Laureth Sulfate is a surfactant commonly used in personal care products such as shampoos, soaps, and toothpaste. While it can be derived from coconut oil, it is often synthesized using chemical processes.

Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol naturally found in fruits and plants. Sorbitol is used as a sweetener and humectant in food products and is also used in some oral care and skincare products.

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate: Similar to sodium laureth sulfate, sodium lauryl sulfate is a surfactant commonly used in personal care products. It is often derived from coconut or palm kernel oil but can also be synthetically produced.

Silica: Silica is a naturally occurring mineral that can be found in various forms, including quartz and sand is commonly used as an abrasive agent, thickener, or anti-caking agent in cosmetics, toothpaste, and other products.

Sodium Myristate is a sodium salt of myristic acid, which is a fatty acid found in nutmeg, palm oil, and other natural sources. Sodium myristate is used as a surfactant and emulsifying agent in personal care products.

Sodium Chloride: Commonly known as table salt, sodium chloride is a naturally occurring compound found in seawater and salt deposits. It is used as a flavoring agent, preservative, and thickener in various food products.

Stearic Acid is a saturated fatty acid found in animal and vegetable fats. Stearic acid is commonly used in cosmetics and personal care products as an emulsifying agent, thickener, or stabilizer.

Lauric Acid is a saturated fatty acid found in coconut oil, palm kernel oil, and other sources. Lauric acid is used in various industries, including food and cosmetics, as an emulsifier, surfactant, or preservative.

Pentasodium Pentetate is a chelating agent used to bind and remove metal ions in cosmetic and personal care products. It can be derived from synthetic sources.

Tetrasodium Etidronate is a synthetic compound that functions as a chelating agent to bind metal ions and is commonly used in cosmetics, personal care products, and household cleaners.