The Best Soap Making Kit 2022

As an enthusiastic soap-maker myself, I would highly recommend that the best way to get started is to choose a good soap-making kit. These kits use the melt-and-pour method which makes the process easy, fun, and above all safe. That’s because the saponification process has already been done for you. So there’s no need to use the harsh chemicals that are required in the lye process when making soap from scratch.

And don’t worry, it’s super easy to make beautiful artisan soap. I regularly make my own soap, you can check out my favorite homemade honey oatmeal soap recipe if you like. Let me tell you, it doesn’t take too much time out of your day, – preparation is about 30 minutes or less. It’s also practically foolproof and a fun activity for kids too.

There are tons of soap-making kits on the market to choose from, so we’ve done the hard work and chosen our top 5 recommendations for the best soap-making kit on the market.

Choosing a Soap-Making Kit

One thing to note about soap-making kits is that they don’t all contain the same basic items. In other words, some kits are more complete than others. The DilaBee kit, for example, includes a bowl and pitcher for melting the soap base whereas the Chelseas kit doesn’t. I have mentioned any additional items you might need at the end of each review.

Melt and Pour Soap Bases

The most important factor to consider is the quality of the soap base – as well as the quality of any fragrances included.

High-grade kits are made with vegetarian or vegan-based SLS, SLES, and paraben-free oils. The fat content of the base has two purposes:

• Saturated fats increase a soap’s lathe.
• Unsaturated fats moisturize and nourish the skin.

As you probably already know, each type of fat has its own unique properties and therefore provides its own benefits. Bases include:

• Shea Butter
• Aloe
• Olive Oil
• Charcoal
• Coconut Milk
• Avocado Butter
• Hemp Seed Oil
• Glycerin

Molds

Some kits it has to be said, contain cheap plastic molds. They are not my favorite as they can make releasing the soap from the mold more difficult. Silicone molds in comparison are much more resilient and because they are more flexible it makes it easier to remove the soap. Fortunately, they are easy to find separately and you may want to experiment or diversify your soap shapes anyway. So you can always buy additional molds for future soap-making ventures.

Price

Soap-making kits are inexpensive and are pretty good value for money average prices are between $30 – $50. They make great gifts for like-minded crafty friends or as a treat for yourself if you fancy trying something new.

Our Top Pick	DilaBee Soap Making Kit
	ZenseMe Soap Making Kit for Adults
	Custom Melt and Pour Glycerin Soap Gift Kit by Glory Creek
	Complete DIY Soap Making Kit by Nicole
	Saponify Melt and Pour Soap Base Sampler Kit
	Pifito Melt and Pour Soap Base Sampler Kit 2

But the best part about this soap-making kit? It’s for everyone. Whether you’re a seasoned soap-making pro or just starting out, this kit has everything you need to create your own luxurious soap bars. And if you’re not thrilled with the process, no worries – your purchase is covered by a 100% Money-Back Guarantee.

So if you’re looking to get creative with soap making, this kit is the way to go.

Pros:

• Comes with 2 lbs of Shea Butter Soap Base, 4 essential oils, 4 liquid dyes, 2 plastic molds, a pouring pitcher, 2 stirring sticks, a mixing bowl, and 4 soap boxes
• Clear and easy-to-follow instructions included
• Suitable for both beginners and experienced soap makers
• 100% Money-Back Guarantee

Cons:

• Comes with plastic molds which are less practical than silicone.

With all-natural ingredients and 6 therapeutic essential oils, you can create about 8 colorful and luxurious homemade soap bars that are organic, vegan, and great quality. Plus, the included silicone mold allows you to turn out beautiful and unique soaps (with ease) in endless scent combinations. And if you run out of the included 2lbs of Shea Butter soap base, you can buy goat’s milk, glycerin, and Shea Butter soap bases to try with this kit.

Pros:

• Comes with everything you need to get started on your soap-making journey
• All-natural ingredients and 6 therapeutic essential oils included
• Can create about 8 colorful and luxurious homemade soap bars that are organic, vegan, and of great quality
• Silicone mold allows for easy creation of beautiful and unique soaps in endless scent combinations
• Includes Shea Butter soap base, but other soap bases such as goat’s milk, glycerin, and Shea Butter can be purchased to use with the kit

Cons:

• Additional items may be needed, such as a spray bottle of rubbing alcohol, measuring cup, and wooden spoon

The kit comes with 4 stars, 4 hearts, and 4 seashells. You also get squigglies and ribbons, so you can really get creative with your designs.

You get a generous 2 lbs of white and clear soap base. The kit also comes with 2 craft sticks for stirring, a silicone mini loaf pan, 8 gift bags, with jute ties, and gift cards.

Pros:

• Fun kit with lots of embeds to get creative with
• Comes with 2 lbs of quality glycerin soap base
• Includes gift bags and tags for handmade soap gifts
• Easy to use and great for practicing soap-making techniques

Cons:

• Additional items may be needed, such as a spray bottle of rubbing alcohol, measuring cup, and wooden spoon
• May not be suitable for advanced soap makers looking for more complex techniques

This package includes everything you need to create your own homemade soap. You’ll get 2 lbs of shea butter soap base, 2 silicone square containers, 6 fragrance oils, 6 liquid dyes, a glass measuring cup, a silicone stirring stick, 2 dry flowers, and 12 homemade wrap labels. Plus, there’s a detailed introduction to guide you through the soap-making process.

But what sets this kit apart from the rest is the ability to get creative with your soaps. You can mix and match scents and colors to create your own unique soaps. Plus, with the included dry flowers and other fun embeds, you can create soaps that are more fun and visually appealing than the typical bar.

And don’t worry if you’re a beginner – this kit comes with step-by-step instructions to ensure your soap-making experience is a successful one. So don’t be afraid to dive in and try your hand at soap making.

Pros:

• The kit includes a variety of fragrance oils and liquid dyes, allowing you to mix and match scents and colors to create your own unique soaps.
• The kit includes dry flowers and other fun embeds, giving you the opportunity to create visually appealing soaps.
• The kit includes step-by-step instructions, making it suitable for beginners.
• Contains silicone Molds (preferable to plastic).

Cons:

• Additional items may be needed, such as a spray bottle of rubbing alcohol.

Other Worthy Mentions:

What we love about this kit is that it comes with a food-grade loaf soap mold, a wave knife, a soap knife (for a straight edge), and a wooden beveler for chamfering your edges, so you can make artisan soap slices. Also included are 4 sizes of measuring cups, two pipettes, a silicone scraper, and a stainless steel whisk for blending your essential oils, botanicals, and minerals. If you intend to make soap using the lye process you will need to invest in a stick blender, and of course, you will need lye, distilled water, and a spray bottle of rubbing alcohol (to remove bubbles from the surface of your trace).

The kit also contains a 500g soap base to get you started with the melt-and-pour method. The soap base provided isn’t the best quality in our opinion. So If you go for this kit we recommend buying a good quality soap base.

The kit consists of 8 different, 1lb soap bases allowing you to sample and try out different the different varieties including shea butter, avocado butter, coconut milk, olive oil, charcoal, and aloe.

The kit includes a leaf-shaped mold that will give you up to 12 guest-sized bars from each 1 lb block of soap base – that’s a total of 96 bars.

We love the scope this kit gives you to experiment and develop your soap-making skills. You can keep things simple or create multi-layered combinations. You can add your own botanicals, like flowers and herbs, or add skin-safe fragrances, and colors up to 3%.

You will still need a small spray bottle containing rubbing alcohol if you want a bubble-free surface on your trace. You’ll also need a microwave-safe measuring cup, a wooden spoon, and of course, any botanicals or scents you want to add.

You can just try them all and see which one works best for you. And the best part is, you get a whole bunch of each base, so you can make a ton of soap and really get a feel for which one you like best.