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Your soap should tell a story. Here’s how we build ours.

Your soap should tell a story. Here’s how we bu...

In this article, we'll talk about ingredients, details, and choices that make a bar feel like more than just soap. You can spot a thoughtful bar of soap a mile...

Your soap should tell a story. Here’s how we bu...

In this article, we'll talk about ingredients, details, and choices that make a bar feel like more than just soap. You can spot a thoughtful bar of soap a mile...

Student Success Story: Adriana - From Passion To Purpose

Student Success Story: Adriana - From Passion T...

When I first started Chalke Valley Soaps, I had no idea where it would lead me. Teaching soap making wasn’t something I ever planned for—it just happened. And it turned...

Student Success Story: Adriana - From Passion T...

When I first started Chalke Valley Soaps, I had no idea where it would lead me. Teaching soap making wasn’t something I ever planned for—it just happened. And it turned...

Good Energy: The heartbeat of success in small business

Good Energy: The heartbeat of success in small ...

In my journey of building and growing my business, I’ve come to believe that success doesn’t just come from hard work, skill, or strategy. At its core, success comes from...

Good Energy: The heartbeat of success in small ...

In my journey of building and growing my business, I’ve come to believe that success doesn’t just come from hard work, skill, or strategy. At its core, success comes from...

Sustainable packaging choices

Sustainable packaging choices

Navigating Sustainable Packaging Choices: Plastic, Glass, Aluminium and Bamboo-based Materials In the pursuit of sustainability, small businesses often face pivotal decisions when it comes to packaging. The choice between different materials, and...

Sustainable packaging choices

Navigating Sustainable Packaging Choices: Plastic, Glass, Aluminium and Bamboo-based Materials In the pursuit of sustainability, small businesses often face pivotal decisions when it comes to packaging. The choice between different materials, and...

The essential guide to INCI names in cosmetics: Understanding, finding, and using

The essential guide to INCI names in cosmetics:...

Cosmetic products play a significant role in our daily lives, offering a wide array of beauty and personal care solutions. Behind every cosmetic product lies a diverse range of ingredients...

The essential guide to INCI names in cosmetics:...

Cosmetic products play a significant role in our daily lives, offering a wide array of beauty and personal care solutions. Behind every cosmetic product lies a diverse range of ingredients...

My escape from hackers: A personal guide to Instagram safety

My escape from hackers: A personal guide to Ins...

As a passionate small business owner, I understand the joy of crafting a brand and nurturing a community on Instagram. Chalke Valley Soaps, my own labour of love, has allowed...

My escape from hackers: A personal guide to Ins...

As a passionate small business owner, I understand the joy of crafting a brand and nurturing a community on Instagram. Chalke Valley Soaps, my own labour of love, has allowed...

Outstanding course for aspiring soap makers

"This is one of the BEST courses I’ve come across! As an experienced soap maker, I’m always looking to enhance my knowledge and skills in the field - and this course did not disappoint. The content is ideal for those interested in starting their soap making journey, but there are also some wonderful nuggets of information that will help any soap maker. It is certainly worth the investment."
-Wendy (CVS Student)