Handmade Soap

   

Handmade soap – a beautiful gift idea

Why Your Soap Choice Matters More Than You Think

Most people reach for whatever bar soap is on sale without giving it a second thought. But if you’ve ever noticed dry, tight skin after a shower, or wondered why your skin never quite feels as soft as you’d like, your soap might be the culprit. The right bar soap doesn’t just clean — it nourishes, protects, and leaves your skin genuinely better off than before you stepped in the shower.

At Grandma’s All Natural Soap, we believe handcrafted, all-natural bar soaps are the single easiest upgrade you can make to your body care routine. Here’s what you need to know.

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What Makes a Great Bar Soap?

Not all bar soaps are created equal. Here’s a quick comparison of the key qualities to look for when choosing a bar soap for your routine:

Bar Soap Comparison Chart

Feature	Commercial Bar Soap	Liquid Body Wash	Handcrafted Natural Bar Soap
Natural Ingredients	Rarely	Rarely	Always
Moisturizing	Sometimes	Sometimes	Yes
Glycerin Retained	Removed	Removed	Naturally Present
Eco-Friendly	Varies	Plastic packaging	Minimal packaging
Long-Lasting	Average	Runs out fast	Lasts a long time
Sensitive Skin Friendly	Often irritating	Sometimes	Yes
Free of Synthetic Detergents	No	No	Yes

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Our Best Bar Soaps to Upgrade Your Routine

1. Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil Soap with Mediterranean Sea Salt & Grass-Fed Organic Beef Tallow

. Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil Soap with Mediterranean Sea Salt & Grass-Fed Organic Beef Tallow

This is one of our most-loved bars — and for good reason. Packed with antioxidant-rich Greek extra virgin olive oil, mineral-dense Mediterranean sea salt, and nutrient-dense grass-fed beef tallow, this soap cleanses deeply while leaving skin incredibly soft. It’s suitable for both face and body, and the generous chunk size means it truly lasts a long time.

Best for: Deep cleansing, dry skin, mature skin

2. Provence French Lavender Soap with Crushed Rose Petals

Transport your shower routine to the lavender fields of southern France. This handcrafted bar blends pure French lavender with crushed rose petals for a gentle, calming cleanse that smells absolutely divine. Perfect for winding down at the end of the day.

French Lavender and Roses – Aged – Limited Soap Bar – GRANDMA’S NATURAL FRENCH SOAP

3. Traditional Lye Soap

Best for: Sensitive skin, relaxation, evening routines

Sometimes the old ways really are the best. Our Traditional GRANDMA’S Lye Soap is made the same way soap has been crafted for centuries — using lye (sodium hydroxide) and natural oils in the cold-process method. Don’t let the name scare you: once saponification is complete and the bar has cured, no lye remains in the finished soap. What you get is a pure, no-frills bar that cleans effectively, lathers beautifully, and is free from any synthetic additives. It’s a great choice for those who want the most stripped-back, traditional soap experience possible.

Grandma’s Pure Natural Lye Soap-Grandma’s Natural Handmade Artisan Lye Soap

Best for: Traditional soap lovers, sensitive skin, everyday cleansing, those avoiding commercial additives

4. Peppermint Bar Soap

Start your morning with a wake-up call your skin will love. Our Peppermint Bar Soap features pure peppermint essential oil that delivers a refreshing, cooling tingle with every wash. Peppermint is naturally invigorating, helps soothe tired muscles, and leaves a clean, crisp scent that lingers without being overwhelming. Paired with our nourishing base oils, this bar cleanses without stripping — making it as practical as it is refreshing.

Best for: Morning showers, tired or achy muscles, oily skin, anyone who loves a fresh, energizing scent

NATURAL HANDCRAFTED SOAP CITRUS IS A GOOD SOURCE OF VITAMIN A . FOR ANY SKIN PROBLEMS, SUCH AS ACNE AND  PIMPLES. CITRUS SOAP FLORIDA NATURAL SOAP

Artisan Soap Citrus with Orange – Tangerines Natural Handcrafted Soap How could I resist this one? This is Florida in a bar. It includes not just the oranges but also Florida tangerines, lemon, avocado and coconut – all blended with organic shea butter. They say that the lemon in this version can help to reduce cellulite which is another reason it’s a winner for me. But wait until you smell this good-enough-to-eat bar!

Handmade soaps make a truly wonderful gift. You can often buy them locally if you’re lucky but if not, there is a beautiful range that’s available online. Or local farmers market .

FRENCH JASMINE SOAP BAR WITH CRUSHED FLOWERS AND ROSE OIL AND THERE ARE COUNTLESS BENEFITS OF ROSE GERANIUM ESSENTIAL OIL FOR SKIN CARE . IT IS CONSIDERED TO BE A GOOD OIL FOR YOUR OVERALL SKIN CARE. EGYPTIAN GERANIUM SOAP WITH NATURAL ROSE CLAY

One of the best things about giving handmade soaps is that you know that your gift will be enjoyed and it’s a luxury that only a few people would buy for themselves – they’ll think of you every day when they use your very thoughtful present.

MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS ALL KNOW THAT IT’S A PERFECT ITEM FOR ME AND I’VE BEEN LUCKY ENOUGH TO RECEIVE IT OFTEN. GREEK EXTRA VIRGIN ORGANIC OLIVE OIL SOAP AGED LIMITED EDITION

Handmade soap isn’t just valued for it’s gorgeous smell and its practical use – they are also made without any weird and funky ingredients so can be used by all ages. If they’re bought from a reliable company, you’ll often find that organic ingredients are used and most handmade products offer great benefits to the skin, thanks to the luxurious yet pure ingredients.

ALL THE ORIGINS OF CASTILE SOAP CAN BE TRACED BACK TO THE LEVANT
THERE ALEPPO SOAP MAKERS HAVE BEEN MAKING OLIVE AND LAUREL OIL BASED SOAPS CASTILE SOAP CASTILE OLIVE-COCONUT ORGANIC HANDMADE SOAP BAR

Or why not buy some of these as a treat for yourself? They are very affordable and great value for money as they last for ages. I’ve included the ‘buy’ buttons below to make it easy for you to order online.

EXTRA VIRGIN GREEK ORGANIC OLIVE OIL MINT AND ROSEMARY

Lemongrass Soap

I  adore the smell of this version – it’s so fresh. This particular variety uses real lemongrass which has been dried and crushed, as well as essential oils and cocoa butter. It’s great for everyone but is particularly useful for anyone with an oily skin. I’m convinced that it keeps the Florida mosquitoes at bay too! What a treat.

Lavender and jasmine soap

Lavender and jasmine

Lavender – Jasmine Grandiflorum Aged Soap with Sea and Rose Clay Aged Two Years

This lovely scented product uses lavender that is imported directly from France. Also from France is the rose clay ingredient which is known for cleansing and toning the skin, plus removing toxins. The beautiful jasmine scent comes from India and this is particularly recommended for people with dry skin. It has a very good lather too which is rich with a wonderful aroma.

Buy it with

Beer Soap Oatmeal and Stout Soap Bar with Guinness Extra Stout Beer- Artisan Soap

All Natural Soap, handcrafted beer soap
All Natural Organic Olive Oil From A Family Olive Farm In Greece Used in Our Soaps All Bars Handmade, Handcrafted Artisan from Start to Finish
Guinness Stout in Every Bar –Beer Soap Oatmeal and Stout Soap Bar with Guinness Extra Stout Beer- Artisan Soap Yes, Guinness IS good for you. I knew that Guinness was nutritious and that it makes a great hair conditioner but until I tried this I didn’t realize that it’s great for your skin too. It’s the barley and the hops in the Guinness that makes it so rich and the soap also contains oatmeal and shea butter. It won’t make you smell like a brewery – it has a lovely fresh scent.
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More about these beautiful handmade products

• If you choose the Florida orange, one of the most important ingredients is mango butter – it’s almost magical. It is brilliant for the skin in just about every way -it’s even said to prevent stretch marks and sooth insect bites as well as treating almost any skin complaint or blemish.
• Goats milk is another ingredient that can work wonders. Drinking goats milk can have an amazing effect when it comes to treating eczema and other skin problems. When used in this way, it’s getting to work right where it’s needed. In the goats milk and honey product, coconut milk is also used to give the most beneficial results.
• The Guinness and oatmeal type is a great choice for a guy who doesn’t want to use a product with a flowery perfume – although the Florida orange variety is great for guys too. The brewer’s yeast has long been know to be effective in preventing acne and it has properties which fight bacteria of all types. And of course, the shea butter is another amazing ingredient for great skin care.
• The company that produces these soaps (yes, they are all from the same cottage industry) make only very small batches at a time and are conscientious about using the finest ingredients. They also make their own wrappers for their products too so you won’t need to worry about excessive and unnecessary packing.
• The company consists of two partners, one a naturalist and one a cook! One of the owners likens making soap to creating fabulous meals. After all, both consist of mixing and blending the finest ingredients in the perfect proportions. The original recipes come from his partner’s Brazilian grandmother.
• When I get a new bar of handmade soap, I cut in in half or even into quarters if it’s a large bar. One goes to live by the bathroom sink and the others go into my lingerie drawer! I use store them in the closet too because they give my clothes a wonderful smell.
• I have a flat wooden dish in my bathroom which I’ve lined with pebbles. When I’ve used my homemade soap, I put it on the pebbles. This lets it dry out well without the bottom of the bar going soft and squishy.

Try a selection basket

If you can’t decide which product to choose, I fully understand! They are all so lovely. The answer could well be a lovely selection basket – something I would love to receive! Here are some great ones.

Make your own

I imagine that these gorgeous images of these wonderful products have inspired you to make your own. I know I am. I love the idea of making soap which is personalized to my own tastes, don’t you? It will also solve a lot of gift-giving dilemmas because I am making special items that I know will be loved by my family and friends – especially for them.

Jackie Jackson (author) from Fort Lauderdale.

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