The Soap Box

We hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas! While 2009 has been a year of recession, change, and massive doom and gloom, it has also been a great year for people really wanting to know what they’re made of. We bet most people had no idea they were as tough as they are! Being...

Ever wonder what all of this means? CP, CPOP, HP, Tare, Trace, etc. Look like Greek to you? Here are a few helpful tips for you! Additives = Ingredients used that are not oils, butters and fragrance in the soapmaking process – e.g., Jojoba Spheres, Poppy Seeds, Clays and Herbs,...

Cibaria Soap Supply has seen a huge year! We really do have a lot to celebrate. First, we celebrate YOU, our customers! This is Cibaria Soap Supply’s first Christmas, and we’re very excited for what 2010 will bring! Although Cibaria has been selling oils to soapmakers...

While I had intended to put this article out at the beginning of the holiday shopping season so soapmakers had a chance to spin-off some of their own ideas from great products hitting the market, things didn’t work out as planned. I did not want this topic to be passed over, however,...

Since I have yet to make my first soap, (yes, it’s been very busy around here), I am still exploring the wide world of Soap Making Supplies and accessories. So far, I know that you need fragrance oils, Carrier Oils, lye, coloring, and molds. I’ve seen all kinds of other...