
From Herbs to Suds
Soap Making for the Natural Mama
by Rachel Grove
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Pub Date Apr 09 2025 | Archive Date Apr 21 2025
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Description
WHEN CLEAN WAS PURE AND SIMPLE—RECLAIM THE SOAP MAKING SECRETS OF THE PAST
Step away from store-bought soaps filled with synthetic chemicals and hormone disruptors, and rediscover the art of crafting pure, skin-loving bars from nature’s bounty. From Herbs to Suds is your ultimate guide to creating homemade soaps infused with herbs, oils, and ancient traditions—perfect for the conscious mama who values health, sustainability, and creativity.
With easy-to-follow instructions, From Herbs to Suds walks you through every step of soap making, from understanding the basics of saponification to mastering melt-and-pour and cold process methods. Learn how to infuse your soaps with natural ingredients like turmeric, lavender, calendula, and goat milk for added healing benefits.
INSIDE YOU’LL FIND:
* Simple Recipes for Beginners: Lavender Melt-and-Pour Bliss, Cleopatra’s Luxurious Bath Milk, African Black Soap-Inspired Bars, and more.
* Natural Customizations: Use essential oils, herbal add-ins, and plant-based colorants to make each bar uniquely yours.
* Safety Tips and Troubleshooting: Confidently work with lye or explore no-lye alternatives while avoiding common soap-making pitfalls.
* Eco-Friendly Packaging Ideas: Create beautiful, zero-waste gifts for friends and family.
Reconnect with nature and rediscover the joy of handmade craftsmanship. With From Herbs to Suds, you’ll transform simple ingredients into skin-loving soaps that nourish your body and soul—one bar at a time.
Available Editions
ISBN | 9798317322939 |
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Featured Reviews

From Herbs to Suds is a down-to-earth, super approachable guide that makes soap-making feel not only doable but actually fun. It starts with the basics and walks you through different methods, from melt-and-pour to the more advanced cold process, with tons of useful tips along the way. I especially liked the recipes that use everyday ingredients like goat milk and lavender—it made me feel like I could whip up a batch without needing a science lab. I enjoyed it because it felt like chatting with a friend who knows her stuff and wants you to succeed.

Who knew turning herbs into soap could feel like a magical potion class?! 🧼🌿 I was totally hooked from the first chapter—this book’s got all the good vibes and none of the scary stuff. The instructions are chill, the recipes are dreamy (hello, Cleopatra’s Bath Milk bar!), and now my kitchen smells like a fancy spa. If you’ve ever wanted to ditch the store junk and suds up with something made by your own two hands, this book is your jam. ✨💧🫧
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