The Art of Handcrafted Cold Process Soap
Ever wonder how those beautiful, skin-loving soap bars are actually made? Step inside our studio and see the slow, intentional process behind every batch we pour.
After one of our soap-making videos went viral, we decided to film the process again! Here is how we create the beautiful swirls in our bestselling Plumeria artisan soaps, scented with frangipani, lavender, and citrus.
A member of our all-girl team holding up a stack of freshly cut soap bars. This is just a small part of a much larger batch ready for curing.
Me, Lavanya, taking a moment to appreciate a freshly cut bar of soap. The natural, earthy colors and textures are a result of the clays and botanicals we use.
Here I am cutting a large loaf of soap into individual bars using our multi-bar cutter. This tool helps us ensure every bar is uniform in size.
The satisfying moment of cutting our Vanilla Scrub cold process soap. You can see the rich texture and exfoliating particles within the bar.
This is a custom batch of Sandalwood artisan soap, made with real Chandan powder and walnut shell powder for gentle exfoliation. The swirl pattern is created by hand during the pouring process.
Another angle of us cutting the exfoliating Sandalwood soaps. Each cut reveals a unique and beautiful swirl inside the bar.
A freshly cut bar of our custom Sandalwood soap. The scent of Mysore Sandalwood fills the entire studio when we make these.
These are our custom Rainbow soap loaves before cutting. The rich colors come from natural clays and powders, and the golden swirls on top are made with mica.
The unmolding and cutting of our "happy accident" Rainbow soap. The vibrant, distinct layers are a testament to the careful process of cold process soap making.
About The Soap-Making Process
We use the traditional cold-process method, which means our soaps aren't just mixed and sold; they are cured for a minimum of four weeks. This slow-curing process allows the water to evaporate, resulting in a harder, longer-lasting bar that retains the full moisturizing benefits of our plant-based oils and butters.
Why We Do It the Slow Way
In our Mumbai studio, we steer clear of the 'quick-fix' manufacturing methods. Cold process soap making is a chemical dance between oils, butters, and lye. By keeping the temperatures low during the mixing phase, we ensure that the natural properties of our botanical ingredients—like our Haldi and Chandan—remain intact instead of being destroyed by high heat.
From Oil to Art
Everything you see in our gallery is made from scratch. We start by infusing carrier oils with herbs for weeks to create potent, skin-loving bases. When we pour the batter, we hand-swirl every single loaf. This is why no two bars are identical. Whether it’s the golden swirls in our Sandalwood batches or the vibrant layers of our 'happy accident' Rainbow soap, every detail is intentional.
Quality You Can See
Because we don't use harsh synthetic hardeners, our bars rely on the quality of our oils and the patience of our curing process. After the soap is cut with our wire cutters, it sits on our drying racks for weeks. This isn't just to make the bar last longer in your shower; it makes the lather richer, creamier, and much gentler on your skin.
Customization & Transparency
We love showing our process because we have nothing to hide. From the raw clays and oxides to the essential oils we use for scent, transparency is key. If you are looking for custom soaps for an event or a wholesale order, we bring this same level of care to every batch, ensuring your favors are as high-quality as the soaps we stock on our shelves.
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