Most of the differences between industrial soaps and artisanal soaps come from their production. Here we list some of the most important ones:
Handmade soaps Industrial soaps
They contain natural and organic ingredients in almost all their composition. They use industrialized ingredients, essences, colorants and complex chemicals.
They are produced on a small scale, which gives each piece unique characteristics. They are produced by the thousands, which gives them a homogeneous product, equal to any other.
They are not tested on animals. They may go through an animal testing process.
They may be priced higher due to the cost of ingredients and labor. They have a lower cost, a result of mass production.
They usually do not have negative ecuador phone data effects on the environment. They can have negative effects on the environment due to the industrialization process.
How to make handmade soaps?
Let's learn how to make handmade soaps , either for your own production or to sell online. The following are the steps to make handmade soaps at home:
Heat the soap base and prepare the mixture.
Add the soap ingredients.
Add the essence and color.
Mix all the ingredients.
Pour contents into soap molds.
Let it rest until it solidifies well.
Infographic on how to make handmade soaps step by step.
The process is simple, but it has variations depending on the material you use. Let's look at each procedure in more detail depending on the base.
How to make homemade glycerin soaps?
There are different types of glycerin, from transparent, white, coconut, vegetable, gelatin-like, to those that contain shea butter, argan oil or olive oil in the mixture and for all of them the process is almost the same. Here we show you:
Cut the soap into small pieces, small cubes or grated pieces.
Melt it in the microwave or in a double boiler.
Add the essence, coloring, and flowers, grains, and other ingredients.
Pour the mixture into the soap molds.
Spray with alcohol to break the surface tension and give them a smooth finish.
Let it sit for 3 to 4 hours. You can let it sit longer to make sure it has solidified properly.
Tip: When heating glycerin, avoid letting it boil, as it can turn yellow, give off a bad smell, and cause the soap to “sweat” as its formulation becomes destabilized.