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Let’s Talk About Yarrow

Updated May 2025 If you’ve got sensitive skin, you know how tricky it can be to find the right ingredients that actually work without causing irritation. That’s where plant-based powerhouses...

The Difference Between Hot & Cold Process Soapm...

Updated May 2025 If you enjoy the traditional way of making things (like cooking or crafting), than making soap might be your next adventure. Soapmaking is a fascinating craft that...

Palm Oil: A Vegan Perspective

Updated May 2025 Palm oil comes from the oil palm tree (Elaeis guineensis). This comes from the flesh of the fruit. It’s naturally a rich, reddish-orange color (unrefined) but turns...

The Silkiness of Kaolin Clay

Updated May 2025 For centuries, people have treasured kaolin clay for its beauty-enhancing and purifying properties. But did you know this humble mineral can also work wonders in the world...

Sheep Milk in Soapmaking

Updated May 2025   We at Faire Isle Soap Co., have fallen in love with sheep milk in our soapmaking. We acquire it from a local farm where sheep are hand-milked. Have...

Melt & Pour Soapmaking VS Cold Process Soap

Updated May 2025 When it comes to making your own soap, two popular methods are Melt and Pour (M&P) and Cold Process (CP). Each has its unique traits, benefits, and...