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Superfatting in soap making: Why it matters and why handmade soap is in a league of its own
If you have ever wondered why handmade soap feels richer, creamier and far more nourishing than supermarket bars, the secret often comes down to one thing. Superfatting. It is one...
Superfatting in soap making: Why it matters and why handmade soap is in a league of its own
If you have ever wondered why handmade soap feels richer, creamier and far more nourishing than supermarket bars, the secret often comes down to one thing. Superfatting. It is one...
One small typo... 200 bars ruined.
It was early December, the Christmas rush was in full swing, and our shelves were stacked high...
One small typo... 200 bars ruined.
It was early December, the Christmas rush was in full swing, and our shelves were stacked high...
The truth about skin detox
What it really means to detox your skin, how to support it naturally, and the proven plant-based ingredients that actually work (with tips every soap user and soap maker should...
The truth about skin detox
What it really means to detox your skin, how to support it naturally, and the proven plant-based ingredients that actually work (with tips every soap user and soap maker should...
Behind the shiny curtains - The evolution of a thriving family business
The untold story of what really happened while growing the extraordinary Chalke Valley Soaps
Behind the shiny curtains - The evolution of a thriving family business
The untold story of what really happened while growing the extraordinary Chalke Valley Soaps
Why we don’t make unicorn-glitter-neon-swirl soap
Not all handmade soaps are created equal. This deep dive reveals how synthetic ingredients (yes, even in handmade bars) can affect your skin, your hormones, and the planet.
Why we don’t make unicorn-glitter-neon-swirl soap
Not all handmade soaps are created equal. This deep dive reveals how synthetic ingredients (yes, even in handmade bars) can affect your skin, your hormones, and the planet.
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