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Are there beads of liquid on your melt and pour soap, or do the bars look powdery? Are they slippery and wet to the touch? This is a common reaction referred to as “sweating” or “glycerin dew.” In this example, the glycerin dew is concentrated around the outside of the bars. Melt and pour soap … Continue Reading
The Bramble Berry studio has several sushi addicts. While brainstorming new project ideas, we kept going back to recreating a classic sushi roll with cold process soap. We tackled the project with melt and pour back in 2009, but it was definitely time for a redo. We're thrilled with how this soap … Continue Reading
Handmade products are the best option for the skin. If you plan to sell them, it’s important to communicate that to as many people as possible. Learn more about how to market your products below. Social media is a great way to showcase your products and connect with potential customers. Instagram … Continue Reading
Rebatch soap feels amazing on the skin and you don’t have to work with lye. Just heat the base, customize it with your favorite additives, and spoon into a mold. What’s not to love? This Wildflower Rebatch Soap is simple to allow the flowers on top to be the star. It's made with Luxury Rebatch … Continue Reading
These bath bombs are inspired by the soft texture of rose petals. Flowers are painted on each bath bomb using a mixture of mica and 99% isopropyl alcohol. The technique takes a little practice, and some minor painting skills come in handy. After a few tries you'll get the hang of it - each bath bomb … Continue Reading
This Orchid Lotion is a thick and luxurious product - perfect for protecting the skin from harsh weather. Jojoba oil is well known for its absorption and moisturizing abilities. Bramble Berry's orchid extract is dispersed in fractionated coconut oil, which has a lightweight and non-greasy feel. … Continue Reading
Soaking in a hot bath is a great way to fight the winter chill. These Wild Rose Bath Salts are a simple recipe of Dead Sea salt and pink sea salt, which are known for their skin-loving properties. Learn more about salt in your bath and beauty products here. The salts are scented with Wild Rose … Continue Reading
Baby's breath flowers are a delicate addition to any bouquet. They usually play second fiddle to larger flowers, but for this soap we let baby's breath take center stage. We kept the design extremely simple - the entire batch is colored white and dried baby's breath flowers are placed on top. To … Continue Reading
Donating just one bar of soap can make a huge difference in someone's life. If you're looking for ways to give back to your community, this post can help you get started. Why it's important There are many advantages to giving back, most importantly that you're helping someone in need. Kate with … Continue Reading
Safflower is a thistle-like plant with a variety of uses. The crop is used to make oil, dyes, and more. In this soap, safflower powder is used to give the top layer a soft yellow hue. Safflower petals are sprinkled on top for a pop of color and texture. The layered design requires a good … Continue Reading
This Whipped Lavender Body Butter is full of skin-loving floral ingredients. The main ingredient is lavender butter. It has a very light scent that's accentuated by Lavender Fine Essential Oil. The butter has a fluffy texture that's achieved by whipping with a hand or stand mixer. Orchid extract … Continue Reading
Meagan of Avery Grey Soapery is known for both sophisticated and whimsical cold process designs. Her love of movies, books, and music often inspire her creations, leading to playful projects like Mad Hatter and Maleficent soaps. We love to see what she creates on her Instagram. Learn more about how … Continue Reading
Happy Valentine's Day! There are so many ways to show people you care and they don't have to be big and expensive. Sometimes the most meaningful gestures are small and handmade. We asked members of the soapmaking community how they show their love. Find their answers below. Kristina, Happy … Continue Reading
Scent is very personal. Give two people a rose fragrance oil and watch how they react - there's a good chance you'll see two very different facial expressions. At Bramble Berry, fragrance oils are something we're very familiar with. We smell them, pour them into bottles, make soap with them, … Continue Reading