What’s in Our Soap?

someone making Cold process soap being poured into a mold with natural colorants and essential oils at Mix Cosmetiques studio
cutting organic handmade soap made with essential oils and purple brazilian clay
Natural handmade eco-friendly soap bars made with plant-based oils and essential oils, displayed in small batches at Mix Cosmetiques

We’ve been making natural handmade soap the traditional way—just like humans have been doing since 2800 B.C.—and we do it all right here in our small-batch workshop. Every bar is crafted from scratch using high-quality organic and sustainable ingredients, pure essential oils, and plant- or earth-based colorants. That makes our soaps not only effective, but also 100% natural and kind to your skin.

We believe what goes on your skin should be as thoughtful as what goes in your body. That’s why our eco-friendly soaps are always free from harsh chemicals, synthetic fragrances, and preservatives. So let’s dive into the magic that makes our soap so special:

🌿 Our Organic Soap Ingredients

Each bar starts with a carefully selected blend of plant-based oils and butters that moisturize, cleanse, and pamper your skin.

Mango Butter
Rich in vitamins A and C, mango butter is a nourishing natural butter packed with antioxidants and a hint of caffeine (thanks to its caffeic acid content). It forms a soft, protective barrier on your skin—locking in moisture and supporting healing. We also love it because it’s gentle, versatile, and perfect for soap-making beginners (like those who join our workshops!).

Coconut Oil
This is our lather-maker! Coconut oil creates a hard, long-lasting bar with fluffy bubbles and excellent cleansing power. It’s a go-to for any cold process soap recipe.

Olive Oil
A classic. Used since ancient times (as early as 450 A.D.!), olive oil makes soap that’s moisturizing, gentle, and nourishing even for sensitive skin. Rich in oleic acid, it’s ideal for daily use.

Castor Oil
Castor oil is our lather’s secret weapon. It gives the soap a silky, creamy feel and deep moisturizing power. Fun fact: it closely resembles your skin’s own natural oils and grows abundantly worldwide without needing GMO intervention.

Beeswax
We don’t grow coconut trees in the Northwoods—but we do have bees! Beeswax is our local, sustainable superstar. It adds an occlusive benefit to the bar that helps lock in moisture. It’s also naturally anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and packed with propolis for healing. We only source excess wax from happy, healthy hives maintained by local beekeeping friends.

🚫 Palm Oil-Free Soap (On Purpose)

We never use palm oil—by choice. While palm oil is common in many commercial soaps, its environmental impact—especially deforestation and loss of biodiversity—is something we simply can’t get behind. By choosing palm oil-free soap, we’re all supporting a healthier planet and more responsible sourcing practices. You get a better bar of soap, and the planet gets a break. Win-win!

🌼 All-Natural Colorants & Scents

We love playing with the colors, textures, and benefits that nature offers. Our bars get their color and scent the natural way—no synthetic fragrances, dyes, or fillers. Here’s what we use instead:

  • Essential Oils (organic & wildcrafted) – For safe, natural scent that doubles as aromatherapy.

  • Clays (Kaolin & Montmorillonite) – Add color, gentle exfoliation, and detox benefits.

  • Activated Charcoal – A deep-cleansing powerhouse.

  • Nettles – Rich in minerals and skin-loving nutrients.

  • Calendula Petals – Calming and soothing for sensitive skin.

  • Rose Hip Powder – Gently exfoliating and full of vitamin C.

  • Indigo – A stunning natural blue from plants.

  • Carrot Powder – Bright orange, rich in beta-carotene.

  • Beet Juice Powder – Soft, natural pinks and purples.

  • Mica & Ultramarines – Naturally-derived mineral colorants for that extra pop of color.

All-natural ingredients = real benefits, real beauty.

🧼 Caring for Your Handmade Soap

Because our soaps are free from synthetic hardeners and preservatives, they do best with a little love!
To make your bar last:

  • Let it dry completely between uses.

  • Store on a slatted or well-draining soap dish.

  • Keep it out of standing water or steamy corners of the shower.

Trust us—your soap will thank you with longer life and a better lather!

💛 More Than Clean

Every bar tells a story—from the ingredients we choose to the care we put into every pour. Our handcrafted soap bars are made in small batches with love, science, and sustainability in mind. Every ingredient serves a purpose—either nourishing your skin, making the bar last longer, or bringing a bit of beauty to your bathroom sink.

Ready to experience it yourself?

[Shop our soaps] or [book a workshop] to create your very own custom soap with us at The Mixery!