The Handmade Spa: Natural Soaps: Indulge Yourself with 16 ECO-Friendly Recipes to Make at Home

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Create your own sumptuous range of skin-kind, eco-friendly artisanal soaps.

Whether you're a seasoned soap maker or a complete beginner, learn to create stunning and sustainable soaps to keep or to gift.Delve into the science behind soap making and gain a deep understanding of the chemistry involved; learn about the properties of different oils and additives and discover how to formulate recipes that result in 16 luxurious, skin-friendly soaps.

This comprehensive guide, written by artisanal soap-maker, Amlie Bou, founder of the French soap company Savon en Bullant, is your ticket to creating gentle, eco-friendly soaps from the comfort of your own home. With Amlie's expert guidance, you'll gain confidence in experimenting with ingredients and creating blends that are explicitly tailored to your preferences. Ingredients include almond, peppermint, lavender, honey, beeswax even coffee; ensuring that bathtime becomes an olfactory treat!

With a focus on natural and eco-friendly ingredients, this book teaches you how to harness the power of nature to create soaps that are not only beautiful but also kind to your skin and the environment. Explore a wide range of botanicals, essential oils, clays and colourants and learn how to incorporate them into your creations to add fragrance, texture and visual appeal.

Unleash your creativity and discover various techniques for swirling, layering and moulding soaps, allowing you to craft stunning designs that make each bar a work of art. With detailed step-by-step instructions, accompanied by beautiful photography, you'll be able to follow along easily and make soaps that are as visually captivating as they are nourishing.

Author Bio

Amlie Bouhas always been a keen observer of the world around her. She has a background in biology, and a deep passion for nature.

After dedicating several years to the conservation of birds, she decided in 2016 to start her own small soap business; transforming what had been a hobby into a full-time occupation brought her immense joy.

In her soap-making ventures, Amlie finds gratification in crafting tangible, practical products while nurturing her creative side. She takes great pleasure in sharing her interest and passion for soap-making by conducting workshops for both adults and children alike.

Amlies company, Savon en Bullant, is based in Rochefort, France.