Bar soap has a rich, alluring history — the earliest recorded recipe was found on a tablet in ancient Babylon, dating from 2200 BC, which consisted of three basic ingredients: water, an alkali (also ...

Look in the basement. Sometimes the old boxes of soap near the laundry tubs can be valuable. This summer a 1950s full, sealed box of Rinso Blue soap powder that originally cost less than 50 cents, ...

If you’ve ever wanted to make your own soap from scratch, this easy cold process Bastille soap recipe is the perfect place to start. It’s made from two simple oils—olive oil and coconut oil—and ...

Crafters have many interpretations of the term “natural soap crafting.” On one end of the spectrum, it can mean using only organic, chemical-free ingredients including soap bases, additives, colorants ...

It’s possible to make bar soap at home using ingredients such as lye and oils. Following a recipe and knowing which precautions to take can help make bar soap making a fun and generally safe activity.