Article 3 : 5 Critical Factors To Setting Up A Successful Soap Business

Setting up a business is a very big step for a lot of people and it’s not something that is easily done. There are a lot of factors to consider when setting up, and most of the time the investment in terms of time and dollars that you will be putting in is no joke. That is why devoting time and energy to researching your market is a critical step to making sure your business will flourish.

So how do you make sure that you have a market for your product, which in this case is home made soap? Or rather, how do you make sure that your product will fill a need of your target market?

Here are 5 points to keep in mind when you are doing your preliminary research.

1. Look out for trends. Watching out for trends can help you anticipate what people will want in the future. For example, if you observe that people are becoming more and more conscious of the need to save the environment, maybe you should start developing soap products that are environment friendly. Or if people are becoming even more health conscious, a line of antibacterial and energizing soap products would be a good way to take advantage of that trend.

2. Check out your competition. Another way to figure out what people want is to look at what’s already selling. You can also try to find out what new products they’ll be offering soon. This will give a good starting point to develop a product that is better or that carries a higher value proposition to your market.

3. Define Your Brand. In order to stand out and appear unique is to develop your own brand identity. Your brand identity is simply who you are and why you are different from everybody else. What will your products stand for? When defining your brand, look not only at the functionalities or physical properties that will differentiate your products, but also at the kind of emotional reaction you want your target market to have to your product. Also, look for the benefits that your target market values the most and let that guide you as to what kind of brand identity you should establish.

4. Focus on service. As more and more products become generic or easy to copy, your level of service becomes an important way to differentiate yourself from the crowd. Do you make it easy for your customers to buy from you? Do you seek out their comments and actively look for ways to exceed their expectations? Will you offer extra services that will keep them coming back for you? These are the things you would want to define to help you succeed in selling your own soap products.

5. Leveraging on the internet and other “FREE” marketing mediums. When reaching your customers nowadays, it’s not always necessary to start out with a brick and mortar store. You can leverage on the power of the internet to sell your products from the comfort of your home. Aside from lower set up costs and investment on your end, you also get access to an international audience or market for your soap products. Aside from using the internet, you could also explore the option of tying up with established merchants who can offer your product to their customers (for example party planners who can recommend your soap as a party favor). This is another way to start your business without too much risk on your part.

The opportunities are endless for people who know where to look. To get more insights into how you can start your own soap making business, I recommend you check out the book “The Super Soap making Book” This book talks about how you can create different kinds of soap and soap products (like liquid soaps and bath bombs) and sell them for profit. You can learn more about this book here:

The Super Soap Making Book:
A Beginner’s Guide To Soap Making

To learn More, Here!

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Article 2 : First Aid and Safety Guidelines When Handling Lye

When creating soap using the hot method or the cold method, handling lye is inevitable. Lye is one of the ingredients used in making soap. It is also known by its other names, such as caustic soda and sodium hydroxide.

Lye is a very dangerous chemical. It is considered as an acid. It could cause blindness when it enters your eyes, can cause severe burns when it comes in contact with your skin, and could be fatal when swallowed. Obviously, staying conscious of the safety precautions when working with lye is necessary in order to prevent injury to yourself and to the people around you.

Here are some safety guidelines you need to observe when using and storing this essential soap making chemical.

Consult with the saponification value table and compute the amount of lye you need to use, which changes depending on the type of oil you use and its quantity. Even when using recipes, it’s good practice to still double check the computation to make sure that the amount of lye you are using is sufficient (not to little, and not too much) for your recipe.

Mix your chemicals in a well-ventilated area, preferably outdoors. When lye mixes with oils, a vapor is produced which should not be inhaled.

When mixing together your lye and water, always add lye to water and never the other way around. This is because lye is acidic and has a higher ph level compared to water, and you should always add the higher ph level chemical to a lower ph level substance slowly.

Have apple cider vinegar close by all the time as a safety precaution in case you get lye on your skin or on your clothes. It has properties that can neutralize lye. Milk is another substance that can neutralize lye.

Make sure that the materials that you will use and will come in contact with lye are NOT made of iron, cast iron, plastic, aluminum and Teflon because lye will easily corrode these materials. What you should use instead are stainless steel containers.

Wear protective rubber gloves, industrial aprons or suit and goggles when working with lye. This is to prevent lye from getting into contact with your skin accidentally.

When storing lye, keep it out of reach of children and pets.

Be sure to label the container you store lye in appropriately. It should say that the chemical inside is dangerous and poisonous.

Always clean up after your done when working with chemicals like lye. Do not leave it lying around.

Create a list of the emergency numbers of agencies you can call in case an accident does occur and post them in a place where everybody can see them.

When stored, keep away from heat and moisture. Store it in a cool and dry place that is out of reach of children and pets.

Lye should be kept in an airtight container. This is because lye easily absorbs moisture, even moisture in the air.

Here are some first aid you need to know in case of accidents with lye:

1. If swallowed: Do not induce vomiting. Call for emergency help at once.

2. If it gets into your eyes: Flush you eyes with water for 20 minutes. If you are wearing contacts, first remove your contacts, and then flush your eyes with water. Immediately call for emergency help.

3. If it gets on you skin or clothes: Remove contaminated clothes. Gently wipe lye off of your skin. Pour vinegar over the affected area. Call for emergency help at once.

Creating soap can be a fun and safe activity for you to enjoy if you follow the safety precautions when handling the chemicals that you will be using. For more information on how to create soap, the chemicals you need to use and the safety procedures you need to observe, head on over to To learn More, Here! and check out the book “The Super Soap making Book” by Sandy Simmons. It’s a useful comprehensive guide designed for beginner soap makers that contains all the things you need to know to get started.

The Super Soap Making Book:
A Beginner’s Guide To Soap Making

To learn More, Here!

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Article 1 : Basic Homemade Soap Recipe That Makes Use Of Soap Scraps

I - Introduction : 

Did you know that soap scraps can be recycled and used to make whole bars of soap again? It’s a fun activity that’s very easy to do. And because no harmful chemicals are used when recycling soap scraps, you can even turn this into a project to keep kids occupied. It’s also a good starting point for soap making newbies to start learning the process of making soap and getting a feel of what it’s like.

Here are the equipment you’ll need for this project. Most of these are readily available in your kitchen. Just make sure to clean them properly afterwards and that you don’t leave soap residue on them. You don’t want soap on your food.

• Blender
• Cookie mold or cookie press
• Mixing bowl
• Knife
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Baking pan

II - Here are the ingredients that you need to gather together:

• 1/2 cup soap scraps
• 1 to 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 1 to 2 tablespoons of boiling water
• 1 teaspoon of your favorite spice for scent (cinnamon, vanilla, ginger, lemon etc.)
• 1 drop colorant (your desired color)

III - Here’s what you do:

1. Cut up the soap scraps into smaller pieces before putting them inside the blender. Blend together until scraps turn to crumbs.

2. In a mixing bowl, stir together these ingredients: soap crumbs, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 table spoon of boiling water. If the soap crumbs look very dry, you made add 1 more tablespoon each of vegetable oil and water.

3. Add in your desired scent, then your preferred colorant. Stir the mixture well.

4. Pour the mixture into your baking pan and let it cool under a shade.

5. Once it has cooled, but still soft, use your cookie cutter or molds to cut out different shapes.

6. Set aside for a minimum of 24 hours to let the soap completely harden. Best results can be achieved if you can let the soap stand for 2 to 3 weeks.

You can make it more fun by adding ingredients such as finely ground oatmeal or green tea to add texture to your soap. You may add these ingredients together with your preferred scent in step 3.

Creating homemade soap is a lot of fun. If you want to know more about how to do this, or if you would like to get easy soap recipes like the one you just read, then check out “The Super Soap Making Book” by Sandy Simmons here:

The Super Soap Making Book:
A Beginner’s Guide To Soap Making

To learn More, Here!

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Introduction 4 : Start creating soap right away

I - Start creating soap right away  - with equipment and ingredients right in your own home.

No down time. Start creating your first batch of homemade soap right away, with equipment and ingredients you can find right in your home! Perfect for beginner soap makers who would like to get a feel of the process before making any serious investments in it.

II - Use our checklist and guide on what equipment you need,  depending on your preferred soap making method.

Find out exactly what kind of equipment and ingredients you need to create soap using the soap making method that you prefer. No need to buy a ton of equipment you don’t need.

III - Practice and become more confident with your skills  using the soap making recipes and techniques that I personally use.

Use the exact same method that I use to create perfect batches of soap. No secrets – I share all of my tips, tricks and techniques so that you get the best results each time. You benefit from my years of experience so you can create perfect batches of soap – even on your first try.

IV - Gain access to the tools you’ll need to be able to personalize and create your own soap recipes.

This ebook is written for the soap artist who would like to eventually be able to create their own unique recipes. That is why this ebook also talks about the idea behind the various processes and steps involved in making soap, so that you will be able to make substitutions on the recipes and even create your own unique blend.

V - Learn the tricks of the trade so you can succeed in the business of making and selling soap.

If you plan to turn this hobby into an earning opportunity, then you’ll be glad to know that this ebook contains information on how to set up a soap selling business. We’ll discuss pricing strategy and marketing strategy, including tips on how to differentiate your product and stand out from the crowd.

So whether you are a hobbyist who just wants to create your own kind of soap, or a serious soap maker who would like to augment your income, this is the ebook for you!

Just take a look at some of the topics covered in this comprehensive soap maker’s reference:

• Discover the four methods that are used to make soap
  
  
• Never get lost in soap making lingo and terms with our glossary of soap making terms and acronyms.
  
  
• Find out what ingredients and equipment you will need to get started
  
  
• Learn how to tell if you’re on the right track
  
  
• Find out what the most common soap making mistakes are and how to avoid them!
  
  
• Standard safety procedures to help you avoid accidents in your home and during soap making
  
  
• How to select the right ingredients to achieve your desired soap properties
  
  
• Learn how to calculate the amount of lye that you need, depending on the type of oil that you are using
  
  
• Discover troubleshooting techniques to help you turn “failed experiments” around.
  
  
• Identify and avoid materials and equipment that are not suitable for soap making.
  
  
• Simple soap making recipes that you can do with kids.
  
  
• Find out the definition of the common soap making chemicals used in soap making.
  
  
• Obtain recipes for various kinds of soaps – liquid soap, men’s soap, beauty soap, kiddie soap and more – that you can use as is, or personalized as desired.
  
  
• Learn how to enhance your soap using fragrance oils, creative additives, and molds to create memorable, one-of-a-kind soap.
  
  
• Be inspired by amazing soap designs.
  
  
• Tips and advice on how to achieve trace when mixing your ingredients together.
  
  
• Find out how much to sell your products whether you plan to sell them wholesale or retail.
  
  
• Learn how you should market your soap to make a profit.
  
  
• Get creative packaging ideas to make your soap and soap products stand out.
  
  
• Find out what the best practices of expert soap makers are, and apply them to your soap making hobby or business.
  
  
• Get tips and techniques on how to apply color to your soap and soap products to achieve various effects such as tie-die, rainbow, two tone colors and more!

The Super Soap Making Book:
A Beginner’s Guide To Soap Making

To learn More, Here!

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Introduction 3 : Why do so many people get it wrong?

To a certain degree, soap making is an exact science. Depending on the method you choose to use when you make your soap, it’s not all about design and creativity. It’s also about measurements – finding the right ratio of lye to oil which varies depending on the type of oil that you use. It’s about achieving the right temperature and applying the right amount of force to allow the ingredients to fuse together and become the soap that you desire. It’s choosing the right kinds of additives, and adding them at just the right moment.

Why people make a lot of mistakes, even when they are simply following recipes is because they don’t know the technique that expert soap makers have discovered by trial and error.

So if you’ve always wanted:

• To create home made soap and succeed at it;
• To put up a home based soap making business and succeed at it;
• To be able to create different types of soap and succeed at it

… Then you should definitely read on!

If you’ve been looking for tried and tested recipes so you can create:

• Organic soap
• Liquid soap
• Kiddie soap
• Beauty soap
• Bath Bombs
• Men’s soap
• Antibacterial soap

Then, you’ll be absolutely pleased with this ebook that I’ve put together!

The Super Soap Making Book:
A Beginner’s Guide To Soap Making

To learn More, Here!

Now, you don’t have to go from site to site to look up the information you need to start creating a wide variety of soap and soap products! This comprehensive guide will tell you, step-by-step, exactly what you need to know in order to create perfect batches of soap all the time!

This amazing ebook is a product of the research I did, the classes I took and the years of soap making experience that I have, as well as the experience and advice of my fellow soap artists and soap merchants. It will teach you not only how to make soap, but also how to sell it and profit from it.

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Introduction 2 : How to create batch after batch of perfect soap – even on your first try!

Yes, it is possible to create batch after batch of perfect soap – even on your first try. With the right guidance and proper advice, you can create perfect batches of soap – even if you’ve never tried it before now.

It’s all about getting the right recipes and the right advice. So if you’ve ever wondered:

• How to start soap making as a hobby or as a business 
• How to select your ingredients
• What equipment you’ll need to get started
• How to tell if you are doing it right
• How to avoid making dangerous (and costly) mistake

Then, this could possibly the most important piece of information you as a beginner soap artist could ever want. If you’ve ever wondered how other soap making experts are doing it and creating batch after batch of one of a kind soap products, wonder no more.

She is Sandy Simmons, a soap making hobbyist for 5 years now. Like you, She fells in love with the idea of making my own brand of soap – with the fragrance and the properties that she wants, using only the best materials she can find.

Like you, she had to find a reason to justify to my friends and my family,

“Why create something that is relatively inexpensive and readily available?”

But she is sure you know, the allure of making something with your own 2 hands – something as delicate as soap – is just too strong for soap artists like us. And so she pushed through with this hobby.

Back then, it was hard to find good instruction on how to start making soap. Knowing full well that it involves working with the dangerous chemical, lye, safety was my primary concern. she wasn’t willing to take risks in that area. So she did my research thoroughly, attended workshops, and started by making small batches of soap in my home.

It wasn’t long before she was making batch after batch of perfectly crafted soap. She had so much, that she would give them as presents to my family and friends. And then, in turn, they would gift it to their family and friends.

The most fulfilling part of this craft, undoubtedly, is the pride and fulfillment of having created something that other people deem good enough to recommend to their friends and family.

And eventually, that’s how her home based business began to grow.

Creating soap isn’t that hard, if you know the right technique, have a good recipe to follow and use excellent ingredients. But for soap newbies, getting it right can often times take several tries…

The Super Soap Making Book:
A Beginner’s Guide To Soap Making

To learn More, Here!

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Introduction 1 : Learn to make soap

Learn How To Make Soap Like An Expert Soap Maker And Turn Your Passion Into A Profitable Business :

• Avoid costly mistakes
• gain access to tried and tested soap recipes
• create your own soap recipes
• Find out what supplies and equipment you need to get started 
• Get TIps and advice from veteran soap makers
• learn how you can start a profitable business selling soap!

"Start Creating Perfect Batches Of Soap,  Either For Fun Or For Profit  

– Even If You’ve Never Ever Made Soap Before Today!"

The Super Soap Making Book:
A Beginner’s Guide To Soap Making

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