Handmade Soaps in Singapore: Where to Buy & Make Them
December 11, 2019Where to Buy Handmade Soaps in Singapore
Handmade soap, which is scientifically proven to be a better alternative for our skin, is gaining popularity in Singapore. Are you wondering what is handmade soap, and how is it different from commercial soap that we usually buy from retail stores?
Artisanal or handmade soap are generally made using the cold process, small batch method. What it means is that a soap maker will use natural ingredients, botanical oils and lye to make soap thru a process call saponification. In contrast, a commercial soap is usually made with chemical detergents, hardeners, and synthetic lathering agents, which are bad for the skin. (Source: Soap Queen)
Soap makers in Singapore are creating beautiful art pieces which looks and feels great on the body. If you are looking for natural skincare, handmade soap are one of the best natural remedies for various skin conditions! With added essential oils in some of these soaps, they are known to help in common skin problems such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis.
If you are looking for handmade soap as a natural skin care regime or for your skin condition, why not consider purchasing one from a local soap maker in Singapore? Searching hard for local soap makers? Fear not, we have complied a list of soap makers locally found in Singapore.
Benefits of Handmade Soap
Handmade artisan soap is a niche segment over the overall global soap industry with commercial factory produced bar soaps, body wash, and similar products making up a significant portion. People are also returning to handmade soap over liquid products for a variety of reason. For some, there are sensitivities or allergies to the fragrances used in commercial body wash products. There is also interest in the fact that these items are handmade. Sold in boutiques, online forums, and even door-to-door, handmade soap could rediscover its roots over the next ten years to become the dominant force in the global soap market.
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Handmade soaps have a high content of naturally occurring glycerin, and this makes them naturally hydrating and good for the skin. Glycerin is an essential humectant that naturally draws moisture from the environment deep into the skin when applied. It will keep your skin plump and hydrated for a longer time.
Did you know that how we treat our skin can have a major impact on our overall health? Our skin, being the body’s largest organ, is incredibly porous and absorbent. Research show that toxic chemicals can be drawn through the skin and transferred into the bloodstream, causing concerning long-term damage.
That’s why choosing a cold-processed, natural soap could be a safer, more nourishing cleansing and body care options. Each bar is artisan handmade and takes weeks to cure which maintains the integrity of the nutrients, essential oils and vitamins in the soap.
Soap Makers in Singapore
Most conventional, over-the-counter “soaps” are actually compacted detergents stripped of any natural benefits. The very best reason to use handmade soap is the ingredients. Check out our list of artisan soap makers in Singapore below.
Magic Baby
Magic Baby
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100% Handcraft in Singapore with all-natural ingredients, non toxic and chemical free, Magic Baby‘s soap are friendly for baby and people who are having sensitive skins.
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The Saboni
The Saboni
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Based in sunny Singapore, The Saboni is a Singapore based soap maker crafting soaps using only all natural ingredients. We hope every customer gets to love and enjoy soaps that we made.
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mynakedbar
mynakedbar
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At mynakedbar, we handcraft cold process natural soaps which are 100% made in Singapore. Our soaps are bare of packaging and bare of synthetic additives.
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Other Soap Sellers
Looking for more variety of soaps in Singapore? Check out the following Singapore-based shops that offer handmade soap made in USA, Australia and around the world.
The Soap Haven
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The Soap Haven is a Singapore-based shop offering handmade soaps from USA which target a range of skin concerns. According to the website, their best seller is the Oatmeal Honey Goat Milk Soap for eczema treatment in Singapore.
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SHEA
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SHEA is a Singapore-based shop offering natural products suitable for those with sensitive skin (in other words, anyone can use them). From their website, their best seller soap bar is the Dead Sea Mud & Neroli Soap. Their soap are originated from England.
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Green Apple Garden Soap
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Green Apple Soap Garden a Singapore based handmade soap company, focus to bring the high quality, natural and affordable handmade soaps to consumers at Singapore since 2014. Their soap are made in USA and Australia.
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Where to Make Soap in Singapore
Hand itching to try and make a handmade soap yourself? You can either make soap using melt and pour soap bases or you would require the use of lye. However, lye is a controlled ingredient in Singapore and you can only use it at NEA approved premises. Fortunately, you will be glad to know that companies such as Singapore Soap, Soap Ministry and Soap Lah offer soap-making workshops in Singapore where you can make soap using lye at their premises. Here’s a list of such workshops you can check out:
Singapore Soap
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Founded in 2014, Singapore Soap is the leading supplier for soap making supplies, candle making supplies and manufacturer of natural soap in Singapore. Not only do they sell soap making ingredients like melt and pour soap bases for people to make their own DIY soap, you can also rent their workshop to make your own cold process soap using lye as well.
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Soap Lah
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SoapLah Singapore is a place where you may find solutions to your skin problems. Founded by Ms Jeannie Chew, Chew named her label ‘Soap Lah’ literally because people were asking if she were selling cakes of food and she had to snap back, ‘It’s soap lah!’
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Soap Ministry
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Soap Ministry is another Singapore-based soap making workshop located at Orchard Road, Orchard Gateway. On top of shopping for handmade soaps from Soap Ministry, you can also participate in their workshops that caters to different skill levels.
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Where to Buy and Make Handmade Soaps in Singapore
Most people relies on commercial soaps sold in stores for their convenience to buy, easy to lather and come in larger volumes. However, most commercial soaps are often made with harsh ingredients such as chemical detergents and fragrances that could possibly dehydrate or irritate your skin after prolonged use.
In contrast, bar soaps such as handmade soaps in Singapore are usually made of vegetable oils and natural ingredients that nourishes your skin every time you use it in the shower. Buy a handmade soap bar today and start experiencing a healthier you.
