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What Mindful Beauty Really Means

by Melanie Kaufman March 3, 2026

“Mindful beauty” is a phrase that gets used often — but rarely defined.

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Essential Oils vs. Fragrance Oils

by Melanie Kaufman November 23, 2023

In the world of natural skincare, the choice between essential oils and fragrance oils is a critical decision that directly impacts ...

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What is the Safe Amount of Essential Oils?

by Melanie Kaufman July 11, 2022

What is the Safe Amount of Essential Oils?

A while back I was at a local market and was checking out one of the vendors handmade soaps. I picked up a peppermint scent and brought it to my no...

Posted in cold process soap, cruelty free, essential oil soap, essential oils, hand cut, handmade, lye, natural soap, plant based, safe soap making, safety, saponification, small batch, soap

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The Truth About Lye

by Melanie Kaufman January 28, 2022

People ask me all the time if my soap contains lye. The short answer is yes. In order for it to be soap, it must contain lye. Trust me, when...

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What is Saponification?

by Melanie Kaufman January 21, 2022

Saponification is the name given to the chemical reaction by which an alkali (usually sodium hydroxide aka lye) reacts with fats and oils to make...

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