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  1. Strahinja
    November 5, 2018

    Hello there. I have a very sensitive skin and most of the famous soap products gave me rash and strong reaction on my skin. That is why I am ready to create my own soap with natural ingridients and from one of your recipes.

    Judging by your calculation it is really affordable to make your own natural soap. I would also skip adding the scent and color. This is not something so important to me, and it would cost me less.

    I will take your advice on this one and give my first try.

    Thank you for this great review.

    Strahinja

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    • Tes
      November 5, 2018

      Hi, that’s how I started.  My skin was so sensitive and so I began making my own soap and skin care products.  Your right you really don’t need any fancy scent or color, so in that case the soap would be very inexpensive to make.  Enjoy your soapmaking!

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  2. travis
    November 5, 2018

    It seems to me that making soap is becoming popular. I have a cousin that makes her own soap. From what you have said it looks like someone could make some decent money making and selling soap.

    The consignment shops around here don’t keep track of anything and to get the good spots cost a lot of money. You have some really good tips on the return policy and wholesale catalog. I will definitely be telling my cousin about this article. 

    How would someone find the best place to buy ingredients for the soap?

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    • Tes
      November 5, 2018

      Hi Travis, I’m glad you found this article and thanks for sharing the information with your cousin.  Here is a link to some soap making suppliers.  I hope this helps Where to buy soap making supplies

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  3. pmbaluka2016
    November 5, 2018

    You really challenge me when you explain the details of manufacturing your own soap. That makes you a very brilliant person indeed. I also feel the pain seeing your hard work, the soap being misplaced and going to waste. I’m sure you feel like rebuking somebody. 

    Now my question is why can’t you sell your soap on Amazon? This would expose your products to more clients worldwide and you won’t have this problem running up and down to confirm if it’s finished in that shop or not.

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    • Tes
      November 5, 2018

      That is a good idea, my son has been after me to sell on Amazon for a while now, I was just not sure how much I wanted to make.  I do enjoy doing these Christmas Markets and selling wholesale to a few local stores, but I may just look further into selling through Amazon.  Thanks

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  4. Olonisakin Kehinde
    November 5, 2018

    Good to know that you are making your homemade bar soap. i love your pricing policy. for real in any sale, it is not good to out price otherwise you will end up not selling anything or you will have a low patronage.

    There is need to have adequate calculation of cost of production before fixing selling prices.

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  5. Daniella
    November 5, 2018

    Hi there,

    A handy article, I found the reading fascinating!

    I love soaps and one of my dreams is to learn how to make soap. I don’t know if want to make a business out of it, but it could be a nice project in the future:) Anyway, it’s always good to know the cost and how it works. What really scares me though is the policy and returns. Anyway, I have bookmarked your website so I can learn about this further. Just a question, please. Do you know where I can find soap recipes? I really want to try at home:)

    Thank you for this excellent post!

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  6. Loes
    November 5, 2018

    I read it´s not that easy to create your own product and put it out on the market. How unconsidered of that shop owner to let your soap bars melt in the sun. Thank you for the 4 recipes to make handmade soap bars, very nice. I am always in the mood to try out something new. I found also your article about, can grey hair be reserved, interesting! I will try out coconut oil to do something about the fuzziness and and fluffyness.

    Loes

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    • Tes
      November 5, 2018

      Thanks for stopping by Loes, I’m glad you were able to find some other articles you enjoyed.  Please let us know if you make that soap and how it turns out.

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  7. Ali
    November 5, 2018

    Hi thanks for being so informative and generous sharing such great useful tips and knowledge. I haven’t considered making soap before but we have some great craft fairs in my local area and your in depth knowledge in this area, now makes it something I would seriously consider trying as a business venture. Could you tell me what you find to be one of your best sellers? As it may be good to use for my first sample. Thank you Ali

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    • Tes
      November 6, 2018

      Hello Ali, I guess Lavender is and seems to always be one of the best sellers. Also Dead Sea Mud Soap here is a link to that recipe Dead Sea Mud Soap Recipe

      Saying that it is funny how one scent will be so popular one year and then not the next. Last year I couldn’t make enough Grapefruit scented soap and this year I made more and sold way less. So as to best sellers Lavender seems to have remained a steady, but the rest seem to change from year to year.

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  8. Vanna Denham
    November 5, 2018

    I really like your post on Making Soap Naturally.  I can’t tell you how long I’ve wanted to try making homemade soaps.  Your article is very timely because I might try making some and use for Christmas gifts. That is only if it turns out good. 

    There is one member of my family who would love to have the supplies and recipes as a gift for herself.  So the article is two-fold.  It gives information and resources and locations to buy supplies.  You also gave us ideas how to sell them and protect our investment.

    One big concern I would have is putting too much fragrance in it.  I love the smell of all the natural fruits and herbs and spices in hand made soaps.  I’d be like a child in a candy shop.

    Thank you for taking the time to post this information.

    I wish you much success.

    Please remember to encourage someone today!Vanna Pearl

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    • Tes
      November 5, 2018

      Hi Vanna, I agree with the too much scent.  I often use 2 ounces of scent per batch, because I do not like overpowering scents, but some people do like strong scents, so you have to play around and find what is the happy medium I guess, and also some scents are naturally stronger than others.  

      You can never please them all.  I have had customers tell me they can hardly smell the scent of a bar and then another will pick up the same bar and say it’s too strong.  Everyone is different.

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  9. Clare
    November 5, 2018

    I have purchased and used homemade soaps from local makers, and I normally prefer them to the mass market soaps. I had never really put much thought into how much work goes into not only making soaps but pricing them as well. As a fellow crafter, I know how hard it can be to try and figure out how to price your items to sell, without underselling yourself.  I found this to be a clear and helpful guide, not only for those trying to figure out pricing but also for those purchasing homemade soaps. 

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    • Tes
      November 5, 2018

      Thanks for the comment Clare.  It really can be hard to figure pricing out sometimes, but it’s an important part of business if we want to make some money. 

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  10. Alexander
    November 5, 2018

    Buying in bulk seems to be the only way to get costs down, but then you are on the hook for a larger initial investment. My mom has mentioned making soaps but she wants to use stuff from her garden which really needs to mature before being plentiful enough to scent soaps, but may be another great way to keep costs low.

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    • Tes
      November 5, 2018

      Hi Alexander, yes growing your own herbs is a great way to cut the costs for sure.  They can be a great addition in soap or sprinkled on the top for a nice look.

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