Popular Scents in Soap-Which Supplies to Buy 

Let’s dive into the world of scents and explore the most popular ingredients in soap making supplies. Whether you’re a seasoned soap maker or just starting out, this post will help you identify which supplies to buy to make your soap smell and feel amazing.

Liquid Soap Bases

Liquid soap bases are premade and ready to use, eliminating the need for time-consuming and complicated soap making processes. Choose from unscented hand soap, foaming hand soap, castile soap, and shower gel bases.

Starting with a liquid soap base can help provide consistency in the final product, making it easier to repeat successful formulas. You can customize your soap with fragrance oils.

Soap Fragrance Oils

Fragrance oils offer a convenient alternative to finding and mixing individual essential oils. There are hundreds of soap scents to choose from. The lavender vanilla fragrance oil is popular in soap making due to its warm and calming scent.

The combination of vanilla and classic lavender fragrance creates a cozy and soothing aroma that is strong and floral yet not overpowering. Vanilla balances out the scent, making it a well-rounded fragrance suitable for those who want a touch of calm in their daily routine.

Other popular scents to add to your soap making supplies include:

• Honeysuckle
• Gardenia
• Oatmeal Milk and Honey
• Fresh Rose
• Bay Rum
• Patchouli Cedarwood
• Sandalwood and Amber
• Tobacco Vanilla
• Sandalwood Vanilla
• Lemon Creme
• Buttercream Icing
• Coconut Ginger Almond
• Apple Cinnamon Fragrance Oil
• Coconut Lime Verbena
• Amber
• Mango
• Coconut Lemongrass

Using fragrance oils provides consistent scents so that the desired aroma is present in each batch of soap. High-quality fragrance oils are stable and do not fade over time, providing long-lasting fragrance. The performance of fragrance oils has been tested in both cold and hot process soap to verify that they perform as expected and retain their aroma even after curing.

Soap Molds

From simple rectangles to intricate designs, soap molds provide an outlet for creativity. They allow soap makers to personalize their designs and create custom products. Here are the benefits of plastic and silicone soap molds.

Plastic Molds

Plastic soap molds are a popular and budget-friendly option for creating custom-made soap. They offer a wide range of design possibilities and are favored by many soap makers due to their diverse selection. Whether you are seeking a specific design or exploring new options, there is likely a plastic soap mold that will suit your requirements.

Silicone Molds

Silicone molds are ideal for both melt-and-pour and cold-process soap making. They are strong and flexible, making it easier to remove the soap from the mold. Using silicone molds eliminates the need for lining with parchment paper, making them a convenient option. The shiny interior of the molds gives the soap a polished and professional appearance.

Soap Making Supplies

To make a healthier and skin-friendly soap for your patrons, opt for phthalate-free and SLS + SLES-free soap making supplies.

Phthalate-free

Chemicals known as phthalates are used as plasticizers in various products, including personal care items. Some have been linked to such as reproductive problems. Using phthalate-free products can help protect your family and customers from exposure to these chemicals and minimize possible health risks.

SLS + SLES Free

(Sodium Lauryl Sulfate) can be harsh and drying, removing the natural oils from the skin and leaving it feeling tight and uncomfortable. By using SLS-free supplies, soap makers can create gentler, more moisturizing soaps that are kinder to the skin. With a minimized risk of skin irritation, you can market your soap for people with sensitive skin or skin conditions such as rosacea or psoriasis.

Soap Packaging Supplies

Make your soap stand out by packaging it in eye-catching wrappers, boxes, or bags. You can choose anything from clear cellophane bags to cardboard boxes with custom labels.

You can also tie a ribbon or twine around your soap bars for an extra touch of elegance. For a refined look, wrap each soap bar in clear cellophane and tie it with a ribbon in a coordinating color. Customize and print your product labels with your logo, product name, and other information.

If you’re ready to start your soap making business or looking for fresh ideas for your current soap making process, these soap making supplies will have you making beautiful, fragrant soap in no time.