The Soap Journal

Why Aloe Vera Juice Makes Better Handmade Soap - Source of Beauty.
Why Aloe Vera Juice Makes Better Handmade Soap
Many of our artisan cleansing bars are crafted with aloe vera juice instead of plain water. Here is why we love working with it and which bars include it. Read more...
Small Batch Soap vs Mass Production: What's Better - Source of Beauty.
Small Batch Soap vs Mass Production: What's Better
At Source of Beauty, every bar of soap is made by hand, in small batches, by one person. Here is why that choice matters and what it means for the... Read more...
How I Started Making Soap at Home from Scratch - Source of Beauty.
How I Started Making Soap at Home from Scratch
Six years ago, I made my first batch of soap in my kitchen, and it was a disaster. Here is how that failed experiment led me to learn the craft... Read more...
5 Reasons to Switch to Handmade Soap - Source of Beauty.
5 Reasons to Switch to Handmade Soap
Most commercial soaps are actually detergents. Here are five reasons why switching to natural handmade soap makes a real difference for your skin. Read more...
Is Lye in Soap Dangerous? The Truth Explained - Source of Beauty.
Is Lye in Soap Dangerous? The Truth Explained
Lye sounds scary, but it doesn't end up in your soap. Here's the science behind saponification and why cold process soap is completely safe for your skin. Read more...
What Is Cold Process Soap and Why It Matters - Source of Beauty.
What Is Cold Process Soap and Why It Matters
Handmade soap feels different for a reason. Learn what the cold process method is, why it preserves your skin's natural balance, and what sets it apart from commercial bars. Read more...