Have you ever picked up a bar of store-bought soap, read the ingredients, and wondered what half of them even are? If you’re trying to avoid synthetic fragrances, preservatives, or harsh detergents—or ...

Making soap seems like an arcane, ancient craft that few people know how to do. But the secrets of how to make soap are more within reach than you may think. Many do-it-yourself projects aren’t worth ...

In a world filled with commercial soap products made of a seemingly endless list of unidentifiable ingredients, there's something uniquely satisfying about making your own soap at home. What’s more, ...

Foaming hand soap is more efficient and easier to rinse off. Here's how I make it and save hundreds of dollars over store-bought every year. Chris Wedel Home Tech Editor Chris Wedel is a fan of all ...

Learn how to make a homemade shampoo bar for natural hair care using cocoa butter, melt and pour soap base, vitamin E oil, ...

What’s the most sustainable way to wash your hands or lather up in the shower? In general, the greenest option is an old-school bar of soap made from plant oil or animal fat and lye, without many ...

If you regularly shave, whether your face or body, then you know you’re usually stuck with two options: a shaving gel or a cream, either in a plastic container or an aluminum can. For those who want ...

Labeled frankincense-lavender Zum Bar soaps are placed on wooden trays, ready for employees to pack them for orders at the Indigo Wild soap manufacturing plant in Kansas City. Emily Curiel ...