--- title: "Handmade Cold Process Soaps | Honest Skincare from Mumbai" description: "Discover my honest, handmade cold process soaps. I avoid harsh chemicals and use natural ingredients for a chemical-free cleansing experience. Shop pure, vegan skincare." canonical: https://mytribe.in/preetichopdekar/artisanal-natural-soaps/my-process-honest-handmade last_updated: 2026-02-11 --- # My Process: Honest & Handmade Soap Making Tribe Verified · Handmade in Malad, Mumbai studio. By [Your Time Soap](https://mytribe.in/preetichopdekar) · Ships across India; Studio in Malad East, Mumbai · ₹150 per bar (estimate) Part of [Artisanal & Natural Soaps](https://mytribe.in/preetichopdekar/artisanal-natural-soaps). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/preetichopdekar/artisanal-natural-soaps/gallery) Soap making is a patient ritual. I stick to the cold process method because it keeps all the natural goodness in—no shortcuts, just honest ingredients. ## Photos and videos - [Video: This is where the magic happens. Here I am mixing a batch of my cold processed red wine and coconut oil soap. It's a patient process, but it ensures all the natural glycerin stays in the bar to keep your skin hydrated.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0ac2fd15-acfe-4d0e-b432-0ecbf49967cd) - ![I only use herbal and natural ingredients that work to clear impurities and support a healthy complexion. No drama, no harsh chemicals, just pure goodness from nature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/13def285-74c1-4d7f-8576-1a9e7b4a24e2) - ![Pouring a fresh batch. My soaps are always free from sulphates and parabens, making them gentle enough for all skin types. This is a chemical-free cleansing your skin will actually thank you for.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d28330c9-1801-4254-8f22-682b3dc30a0b) ## About My Process: Honest & Handmade When I make my cold process bars, I wait four to six weeks for them to cure properly. This patience is non-negotiable because it ensures the pH is balanced and all that natural glycerin stays locked in. You get a bar that cleans without stripping your skin, which is the main reason I won't ever rush the process. ### Why I Choose Cold Process Most commercial soaps are just detergents stripped of their benefits. I prefer the traditional cold process because it allows me to control exactly what goes into the bar. By mixing coconut oil, lotus, and even red wine at low temperatures, I preserve the natural glycerin that your skin actually craves. It’s a slower method, but the result is a dense, long-lasting bar that doesn't melt away in your soap dish after two uses. ### Ingredients Matter If I can't pronounce it, I won't put it in the soap. My recipes are free from sulphates and parabens. Instead, I use: * **Coconut and Palm Oil blends** for a hard, cleansing bar that lathers well. * **Herbal additives** like ground coffee or red sandalwood for natural exfoliation. * **Essential oils** like Ylang Ylang and Oudh for scents that actually soothe, rather than overpowering your senses. ### Clean Beauty from Malad Everything you see here is made by me in my studio in Malad East. I’m a one-woman show, which means I handle the mixing, the pouring, and the plastic-free packaging personally. Whether you are in Mumbai or anywhere else in India, you are getting a bar that has been treated with care, not a mass-produced product sitting on a shelf. Got sensitive skin? I generally recommend starting with my unscented cold-process bars before moving to the aromatherapy blends. Just send me a message if you are unsure what your skin needs. ## About Your Time Soap Hey, I’m Preeti. I started making soap because I wanted my daily shower to feel like a ritual, not a chore. I’m the one mixing, pouring, and wrapping every single bar right here in my Mumbai studio. 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