Alisia Bolivar
New Member
Hello soapmakers and soap enthusiasts! I'm Alisia. I'm a new user, and overall, a newcomer to the world of soap lovers, as I've just recently discovered handmade soap. I want to ask for advice and share my experience.
In an advertisement, I learned that regular store-bought soap can be harsh on the skin (by the way, I have very dry and weather-sensitive skin). I've been thinking about finding a bar soap for washing with a natural composition. I absolutely love natural scents and am drawn to the idea of supporting handmade products, especially if it's a small business. Honestly, I started searching on Google, but there were commercial options, and for some reason, I'm put off by the idea of buying something from mass-market, given the abundance of misinformation.
Then, I visited local stores with organic products and found a company called Pacha Soap. I had read about them online just before standing in front of their soap display, and I liked it. The scents were pleasant, but it bothered me that all the soap was unpackaged and just laid out on the shelf. I picked up a blue piece to test it out.
I also bought a piece of soap from Potager Soap, again relying solely on the appearance and not the manufacturer's popularity. It was a decent experience, but still, after both options, I had to use moisturizing lotion to keep my skin hydrated.
A few weeks later, I came across an ad on Facebook for 11 Elves Naturals, and apparently, it's a tiny company, but their soap looked so visually appealing that I managed to order a couple of bars—Honey and Lemongrass. I must admit that I stopped using my moisturizing cream because my skin stopped feeling tight. I had to place one soap bar in the shower to use instead of shower gel and the other for washing my face. Attaching a photo of Pacha Soap in the store and the exact ad that led me to try 11 Elves Naturals. Has anyone had any experience with this company? Do you know more about it?
In an advertisement, I learned that regular store-bought soap can be harsh on the skin (by the way, I have very dry and weather-sensitive skin). I've been thinking about finding a bar soap for washing with a natural composition. I absolutely love natural scents and am drawn to the idea of supporting handmade products, especially if it's a small business. Honestly, I started searching on Google, but there were commercial options, and for some reason, I'm put off by the idea of buying something from mass-market, given the abundance of misinformation.
Then, I visited local stores with organic products and found a company called Pacha Soap. I had read about them online just before standing in front of their soap display, and I liked it. The scents were pleasant, but it bothered me that all the soap was unpackaged and just laid out on the shelf. I picked up a blue piece to test it out.
I also bought a piece of soap from Potager Soap, again relying solely on the appearance and not the manufacturer's popularity. It was a decent experience, but still, after both options, I had to use moisturizing lotion to keep my skin hydrated.
A few weeks later, I came across an ad on Facebook for 11 Elves Naturals, and apparently, it's a tiny company, but their soap looked so visually appealing that I managed to order a couple of bars—Honey and Lemongrass. I must admit that I stopped using my moisturizing cream because my skin stopped feeling tight. I had to place one soap bar in the shower to use instead of shower gel and the other for washing my face. Attaching a photo of Pacha Soap in the store and the exact ad that led me to try 11 Elves Naturals. Has anyone had any experience with this company? Do you know more about it?
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Yes, these companies might not be well-known, likely local businesses from the state of California. As I mentioned before, I'm genuinely drawn to supporting small businesses because... by purchasing their products, I feel like.. I'm making a meaningful contribution. I had a small business myself in 2019, so I understand that every person matters 
But that's a bit of a digression.
Could you share which soap you prefer? What do you look for when choosing soap in the store or making it? mmm...I was sure that the simpler the composition, the better the soap. Also!! in some articles, I learned that coconut oil dries the skin, and now I'm confused about why soap with coconut oil is considered moisturizing. I'm open to experiments now, and I'm quite fascinated by this topic 
If you decide that making soap isn't for you, or not for you right now, you will be able to find a maker that has lovely soaps that you will find to be a true pleasure to use. If you have an interest, I do hope you will give it a try.
