What mistakes do new soap makers make—and what advice could save them time, money, and frustration? 🧼
In Part 3 of our conversation with Katie Carson of Royalty Soaps, we're talking soap-making mistakes, ingredient trends, safety, building a sustainable business, and what keeps an experienced soap maker excited about creating.
Katie gets candid about why beginners shouldn't feel pressured to use every trending ingredient, why soap-making safety matters more than looking picture-perfect on camera, and why you don't have to chase every trend to build a business that works for you.
And naturally, the conversation takes a few Dirty Heifers detours along the way. 😂
🧼 IN THIS EPISODE:
- Common mistakes new soap makers should avoid
- Choosing soap ingredients without chasing every trend
- Why beginners should start simple with their recipes
- Soap-making safety and protective equipment
- The changing popularity of vegan soap and beef tallow
- Why your business doesn't have to grow endlessly to be successful
- What keeps Katie excited about making soap
- Advice for soap suppliers on working with content creators
- Preparing for craft fairs and dealing with the fear of rejection
- What's next for Royalty Soaps
Whether you're learning cold process soap making, growing a handmade business, selling at craft fairs, or simply trying to figure out what kind of business you want to build, there's plenty here to think about.
💬 LET'S TALK! What's the best piece of advice you've received as a soap maker—or what do you wish someone had told you when you started? Tell us in the comments!
🐄 ABOUT THE DIRTY HEIFERS
We're three soap makers having honest conversations about soap making, small business, the maker community, and everything in between. Expect practical advice, a little sass, and plenty of rabbit trails.
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