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Chalke Valley Soaps

Botanical Soap-Making Course ONLINE

Botanical Soap-Making Course ONLINE

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"This is the most thorough, practical, and inspiring soap-making course you’ll ever find!"

  • 10 Modules / 72 Lessons / 19 Video lessons
  • 6+ detailed, easy-to-follow recipes
  • Printable handouts for each module
  • Lots of Bonus inclusions
  • Diploma certificate upon completion
  • Start immediately

OWN YOUR CRAFT 
Become an Expert in Soap Making

❓ Are you tired of piecing together bits of information from endless sources

Have you had enough of wasted ingredients, failed batches, and the frustration of trial and error? 

❓ What if you could skip the guesswork and finally master soap-making with confidence?

"Imagine attending a course that doesn’t just teach you the basics but equips you with everything you need, from understanding the science behind the perfect bar of soap (explained in a way that actually makes sense!) to creating your own unique, professional formulations with total confidence."


Whether you’re a beginner or ready to take your skills to the next level, this course is designed to give you the knowledge, tools, and techniques to create soap like a pro. Learn from an experienced maker who has perfected the craft, so you can avoid costly mistakes and focus on creating soap that stands out.

LIMITED SEATS ARE BEING RELEASED MONTHLY!

Due to high demand, only a limited number of course seats are released on the first day of each month. If you’re thinking about joining, don’t wait too long – places can fill up quickly!

Join us today and start crafting with confidence!

We’re confident in calling this THE BEST SOAP MAKING COURSE EVER CREATED – designed to cover every aspect of the craft. By the time you finish, you’ll have all the knowledge you need, leaving no questions unanswered about the amazing product called ‘soap’. Let's turn your passion into expertise and your soap-making dreams into reality!

WHAT DOES OUR COURSE COVER?

The basics and beyond
Learn our treasured secrets of natural soap-making through exclusive, high-quality content that is truly a pleasure to learn from. Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the fundamentals or an experienced soap maker aiming to refine your skills, this course is designed for you. With this knowledge, you can truly become one of the very best in this beautiful craft.


"It isn’t just another tutorial... It’s the only course you’ll ever need!"


Soap-making skills refined

You will explore the whole process of crafting natural soap as we walk you through every step and fill in any knowledge gaps you may have. With our expertise and passion, we will empower you to create beautiful, high-quality products that amaze you and others.

Modules
Each module covers a main theme and includes multiple lessons that explore various related topics for a deeper understanding.

  • The fundamentals (5 lessons)
  • Preparations (5 lessons)
  • Ingredients (5 lessons)
  • Essential oils (10 lessons)
  • Formulation (8 lessons)
  • The soap-making process (10 lessons)
  • Post soap-making procedures (8 lessons)
  • Scaling up (7 lessons)
  • Troubleshooting (14 lessons)
  • Recipes (6+ detailed recipes - from basic to advanced)

Extras:

  • Numerous Bonus inclusions
  • Resources & supplier links
  • Diploma certificate

We are going deep and super informative within each module! 

View our complete curriculum here!

Free BONUSES

To make this course truly special, we’ve included some unique content as well as some of our best-selling e-books as complimentary resources. You’ll receive:

  • The Complete Guide to Lye Safety and Handling (PDF ebook)
  • Fatty Acids Decoded (PDF ebook)
  • The Ultimate Guide to Natural Soap Additives (New ebook!)
  • Essential Oil Chart (PDF)

"This course truly shines in the details, tips, and information that delve deeper into the craft. This content is absolutely invaluable and goes far beyond what I expected."

WHAT IS PREMIUM PLUS PACKAGE?

For just £150 extra, the Premium Plus package unlocks an incredible set of VIP benefits:

⇢ Premium support
Enjoy direct WhatsApp contact with Helga for fast, personal help whenever you need it.

⇢ All future updates & add-ons
Get automatic access to all new videos, downloadable content, and course improvements.

⇢ 20% discount on all other courses
Save on every course we offer now and in the future.

⇢ Lifetime access
Revisit the course materials anytime you like, with no expiry.

"It’s honestly the best soap course I’ve done. Super clear, beautifully filmed, and full of info I didn’t even know I was missing."

HOW DOES THIS COURSE WORK?

You’ll receive immediate and full access to the entire course.

Here’s what’s included

  • 10 in-depth modules featuring over 70 lessons and 19 professional training videos
  • 6 tried-and-tested soap recipes you can confidently follow
  • Amazing bonuses you will absolutely love and use for growth
  • Helpful resources & equipment links
  • Printable cheat sheets and handouts in PDF format
  • A dedicated private student community
  • Study at your own pace – start learning the moment you sign up
  • Group mentoring sessions with Helga Horvath, founder of Chalke Valley Soaps

"This course made me fall in love with soap making all over again."

WHY IS THIS COURSE DIFFERENT?

We’re not just giving you the basics – we’re giving you everything we know from years of hands-on experience at Chalke Valley Soaps. Here’s what sets our course apart:

  • In-depth and detailed lessons, explained clearly so you actually understand the why behind each step
  • Plenty of written content designed to stick, with clear explanations and stunning photography
  • High-quality video lessons for visual demonstrations - each video lesson is explained further in writing
  • Printable handouts for each module to help you review, learn and make notes
  • Invaluable tips and tricks that you won't find elsewhere - we use these every day in our own soap-making studio
  • Natural solutions for every part of the process, from colourants to shelf life
  • Real-world guidance from a working soap business – not just theory, but practical advice that works

"This course isn’t just about quick videos that are hard to follow and easy to forget the next day. This ultimate soap-making course is built to turn you into a pro and help you feel confident, creative, and ready to make unique products with purpose."

INTERACTIVE AND INFORMATIVE

Our professional content includes written content as well as stunning, high-quality videos & photography, interactive graphics, downloadable PDFs and printable materials for your continued use. Each module features a quiz-style test to reinforce and challenge your newly acquired knowledge. Upon completing the entire course, you’ll receive a signed diploma certificate to print, frame and showcase your achievement.

IS THIS COURSE FOR YOU?

This course is for you if:

  • You want to learn how to make 100% natural cold-processed soaps from scratch.
  • You’re interested in mastering your craft, including functional formulating with natural ingredients to make unique, beautiful soaps.
  • You’d like to master essential oil blending to craft custom scents.
  • You’re curious about extending shelf life naturally, preventing DOS and rancidity.
  • Get insights into all the secrets and practices we have gained over the years here at Chalke Valley Soaps.

This course is not for you if:

  • You’re looking to use artificial ingredients, preservatives, or harsh, synthetic colours.
  • You prefer a basic approach over more detailed, artisan techniques. 
  • If you want a quick, shallow solution for learning.

"The level of detail, the clear logic behind every single step, and the way Helga explains even tiny things that are often skipped elsewhere… it was a revelation."

Go Premium Plus

Upgrade for just £150 to enjoy exclusive VIP benefits:

⇢ Lifetime access
Return anytime, no time limits

⇢ Direct WhatsApp support
Personal help from Helga

⇢ All future add-ons
New videos and printables included

20% off all other courses
Now and in the future

"If you think you know enough, take this course anyway. You’ll be blown away."

OUR PASSION FOR TEACHING

Helga, the founder of Chalke Valley Soaps, became deeply passionate about teaching the art of soap-making over the years, and she believes there’s nothing more rewarding than welcoming students into our studio. She’s continually inspired by the joy of sharing this wonderful craft in person and watching the excitement as students create their own unique soaps. Over the years, we’ve received hundreds of messages and emails from people around the world, asking for an online course so they could learn from us, no matter where they are. That’s exactly why we created this online course – to bring our passion for soap-making to you, without limitations. Now, you can join our work from the comfort of your home, whether you’re across the country or on the other side of the world.

WHY DO WE SHARE OUR HARD-EARNED KNOWLEDGE AND SECRETS?

We get this question way too often... but we believe there's sun for everyone and we genuinely find joy in empowering others to create with confidence and passion. Helga firmly believes that there is room in this world for everyone to shine, like the sun that has space for all. By sharing the knowledge and techniques we’ve perfected over the years, we hope to inspire and support your soap-making journey. True craftsmanship grows stronger when it’s shared, and we’re delighted to help others succeed!

SHARING GOOD ENERGY

This course is designed to inspire and motivate you at every step. We’ve infused it with all our good energy and positive vibes to help you reach your soap-making goals with ease. At Chalke Valley Soaps, we believe positivity is the key to success, and we’ve crafted this course to keep you uplifted and motivated throughout. You’ll feel supported and encouraged as you master each skill. For more on our approach to teaching and the power of positivity, feel free to read our article on this philosophy.

"Helga is such an inspiration to learn from! Everything she does looks so genuine, pure, organized and simple."

BONUS SUPPORT AFTER COMPLETING THE COURSE

Once you finish the course, we don’t just leave you to it. You’ll receive exclusive support to help you grow your soap brand or hobby, including:

  • Featured blog post
    Your story, soaps, and business links showcased in a dedicated article on our website.
  • Social media spotlight
    Get featured on our Instagram and Facebook channels (over 100k followers) to boost your visibility.
  • Global student list
    Be listed by location so local customers can find you—perfect for regions we don’t ship to.
  • Stay private if you prefer
    Everything is optional. If you’d rather stay anonymous, we fully respect that.

It’s a lovely way to get your work out there, share your passion, and connect with more customers who value handmade, high-quality soap. 

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Course language: English

Support language: English or Hungarian

Availability: This course is available online and worldwide, so you can join from wherever you are.

Course length: On average, the course takes around 10–12 weeks to complete if you follow a pace of one module per week. However, if you choose to study full-time, you can easily work through the entire course within just one or two weeks. The pace is completely flexible, so you can learn in a way that suits your schedule and lifestyle.

Resources and suppliers: The course includes excellent resources, including links and supplier recommendations (mainly UK-based), but the ingredients, tools, and equipment can be easily sourced worldwide.

Devices supported: You can access the course on your laptop, tablet, or mobile phone for ultimate flexibility.

Internet requirement: A stable internet connection is required to access the course materials and participate in the community forums.

Format: The course features a mix of written and video lessons, photos, graphics, and downloadable resources to suit different learning styles.

Support: Engage with our founder and fellow students through our student community forum for questions, discussions, and shared insights. Premium Plus students will get access to our WhatsApp group chat too.

Please note: There are no live lessons given; it's all pre-written and pre-recorded, so you can take this course at your own pace.

BE AWARE: AI Information

We want to be transparent with you—like most creators these days, we used AI to help shape some of the wording throughout this course. The actual content, methods, formulas and calculations, however, have been developed and tested through real-life experience and years of hands-on soap making.

Why are we stressing this?
Because relying on AI to learn how to make soap can be a serious mistake. Certain AI, (especially free resources) often generate dangerously inaccurate information. When it comes to handling potentially hazardous materials such as lye calculations, ingredient safety, or chemical reactions, you have to do the work properly. We have tested some AI systems ourselves, including Chat GPT, and the results were sometimes total nonsense. If followed blindly, they could lead to ruined batches, wasted materials, harmful skin reactions, or even eye injuries. And yes, in a worst-case scenario, this could trigger legal trouble if you’re selling products based on incorrect methods. Soap-making is a beautiful craft, but it’s also a science. It requires precision, proper knowledge, and responsibility. Please don’t cut corners or take risks by relying on AI-generated content. Your safety—and your customers’ safety—is far too important.

Our course was filmed and photographed by the extraordinary Zsuzsa Zicho


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Mickey Chen
Valuable course

Learned so much from this course!
It gave me a fresh perspective on the soap-making process and taught me lots of new things. The course is well-organized and really shows you how to get started. I finished it in 14 days, but I keep going back to review the details—and every time, I learn something new! I can wait to create my own soap🙂

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George
Brilliant course!!

I’ve been looking for a good soap course for a long time, then suddenly came across Chalke Valley Soaps’ Instagram and was mesmerised. What beautiful content and what a lovely business! When I realised they offer training, I was so excited. I instantly felt like this was the course to trust, and man, I wasn’t wrong! I’ve learned so much more than I expected, and everything is explained in a way that made it easy to understand. I completed it within five weeks, part-time (around two hours a day), and have just tried my first batch after four weeks of curing. The soaps are fabulous, and I’m using the testing sheet (one of the brilliant printables included) to give some bars away to family and friends as trials.
This course is highly recommended. It brings so much more than you’d expect!
I am very thankful!
George

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Ted
What a blast!

After studying and exploring so many different platforms,YouTube videos, several online and a few in-person courses and reading loads of books, I can honestly say, I wish this had been my first. It’s so informative, I wouldn’t have needed anything else. Everything is covered, and then some. There’s just so much useful information packed in, with brilliant tips that actually make a difference. You can tell a lot of care and experience went into putting this course together. It’s clear, well-structured, and just really well thought out. I kept finding myself thinking, “Ah, I didn’t even know I needed to know that!”
I’m genuinely so happy I found it. It’s been an absolute blast to attend.

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Peyton
This course is the real deal

I’ve taken a few soap making courses before, but this one really stands out. My absolute favorite is the testing sheet! It’s such a smart idea, seriously. You can print it out and hand it to friends or family to try your soaps before you start selling. It has a quick questionnaire and a two-week tracker where people can just tick boxes each day to say how their skin felt. No fuss, just super clear and helpful. It really helped me figure out if my formulation was working or not. And honestly, that kind of feedback is gold. The whole course was great, and there are loads of other useful downloads too. The content is solid, easy to follow, and just makes sense. If you’re serious about making good soap, this course is the real deal.

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Rebecca
A Must-Have for Aspiring Soap Makers!

I'm currently taking the online soap making class from Chalke Valley Soaps, and right from the first class, I'm finding it incredibly helpful and inspiring.

For anyone who's made soap before, the initial couple of chapters offer a great revision, which is always useful for dusting off those foundational skills. However, where this course truly shines is in the details, tips, and information that delve deeper into the craft. This content is absolutely invaluable and goes far beyond what I expected.

I'm genuinely excited to continue with the course and can't wait to learn even more from Chalke Valley Soaps!