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Free soap guides

A short, practical guide for wherever you are in the craft — pick the one that fits and we’ll send you the PDF.

  • Beginners

    The First-Batch Checklist

    Gear, safety, and a foolproof first recipe — for makers who've never poured a bar.

  • Formulators

    The Formulator's Cheat Sheet

    Dial in superfat, water conventions and oil swaps without guesswork.

  • Heritage

    The Wood-Ash Lye Field Guide

    Which ash, how to leach, the float test, and the test batch that keeps you safe.

  • Natural living

    The Palm-Free Oil Guide

    Palm-free hardness, oil swaps, and low-waste habits for a kinder bar.

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