Learn to create gentle, effective cleansers without synthetic detergents or harsh ingredients.
Handmade Soaps & Cleansers gives you the skills to make your own nourishing, skin-supportive formulas using natural oils, botanical additives, and safe, proven methods. Whether you're curious about cold-process soap or simply want to replace your store-bought face wash, this book helps you take control of what goes on your skin.
Inside you'll learn how to:
•Understand surfactants, pH, and how cleansing works
•Choose the right oils and additives for your skin type
•Make cold-process, melt-and-pour, and syndet bars
•Create foaming facial cleansers and gel-based washes
•Avoid lye mishaps and ingredient imbalances
•Adjust cleansing strength to match your needs
•Store and preserve products safely and naturally
With step-by-step instructions and no-brand-bias guidance, you'll gain the confidence to create your own custom cleansing products—tailored to your skin, your values, and your goals.
No sulfates. No guesswork. Just skin-loving cleansers done right.
