Behind the Scenes at My Soap Studio
Step inside my Shanti Nagar studio. From my first kitchen experiments in 2016 to the professional space I call home today, this is the journey behind every bar I create.
A reintroduction to me, Aruna, and my journey from a side hustle to a full-time soap maker and teacher since 2016.
A proud moment as I place my awards on the top shelf of my new studio. It's a celebration of years of hard work and dedication.
The very first order being processed in my new studio space. A big milestone for my brand!
A recap of my eventful 2024, filled with soap making, workshops, awards, and exhibitions.
At my stall at the Richmond & Langford CWA farmer's market, one of my last for the season.
A glimpse of my DIY Bath Salts and Foot Soaks station at a local farmer's market in Richmond Town.
A quick introduction from my stall at the A Hundred Hands Festival of Handmade.
About this collection
You might see the colourful swirls on my shelf, but this studio is where the real work happens. It is where I troubleshoot lye concentrations, test new botanical infusions, and yes, where my rescue cats supervise every batch. When you visit or join a workshop, you aren't just seeing a workspace; you are seeing the trial-and-error process that makes my formulations actually work on your skin.
My Shanti Nagar studio is more than just a production space. It is the evolution of a decade-long experiment that started with a steel bowl in my kitchen in 2016. Moving from a home-based side hustle to a dedicated studio in Bangalore was about more than just square footage. It was about creating a controlled environment where I could master complex techniques like the 'ghost swirl' and ensure consistent saponification for every batch.
Whether you are here for a professional cold process soap design course or just want to see how we formulate natural skincare, the studio is open to demystify the craft. I do not believe in gatekeeping. If you see me teaching a class or processing a bulk order, you will notice that I am just as open about my failures as my successes. I talk about the temperature control, the safety gear, and the humidity challenges we face in Bangalore.
And yes, my studio is run by a team of rescue cats who ensure quality control is maintained at all times. This space is where I conduct my hands-on workshops, from beginner M&P sessions for kids to advanced masterclasses. It is the heart of Suffuse, and I invite you to see the reality behind the photos.
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I’m Aruna, and this studio is where I turn science into skincare. I don't hide the mess or the mistakes because that’s how I learned, and it’s how I teach my students to thrive.
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