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The most ancient soapmaking method is now the latest way to make soap.
The art of soapmaking dates back to way before the current era. It all started with the emergence of the Roman Empire. Back then, a lot of parties were held to celebrate victories, especially among those in higher circles.
Does membership cost a lot?
The short answer is no. Joining the EU Soap Quality System (SQS) costs less than you might think. Especially when you consider the costs of not being a member. As an individual soap maker, arranging all processes in such a way that you comply with the ever-stricter regulation is a costly and time-consuming affair.
Let’s talk about the risks of soap making.
People who make soap must comply with certain requirements. This makes perfect sense, because the product comes into contact with the skin. If this contact results in redness, itchiness or burning or tingling sensations, it may be down to the skin, but the soap could certainly also be the cause.
How to recognise a truly traditional soapmaker.
If you make soap, you have to deal with European regulations in the field of hygiene and cosmetics. These regulations are strict and subject to constant change. As a soap maker, you’d rather not spend all day making sure you comply, and that’s exactly why so many traditional soap makers are members of the EU Soap Quality System (SQS).
Wow! Thanks to our pharmacologists, you have exclusive access to more than a million soap recipes.
This is just one of the advantages of being a member of the EU Soap Quality System (SQS). You get free access to more than 1 million recipes that you can choose from. These are recipes with logbooks in which all details are recorded – from ingredients, production method and location to end product certification.
Making your own soap product is the best thing ever, especially when that soap product is guaranteed safe.
All soap makers (big and small) must observe the rules and guidelines set by the European Hygiene & Cosmetics Regulation. This is no easy task, because the law is complicated and is being more strictly enforced in various European countries. And if you aren’t compliant, you risk hefty fines or even shop closure and imprisonment.
How to start up a successful soapmaking enterprise
Janet started a traditional soapmaking enterprise two years ago. Today, she also has a shop from where she sells her products. “Starting my soapmaking business was actually quite easy. I wanted to do things right from day 1, so that my bath and soap products would comply with strict cosmetics regulations at all times.
What does the European Hygiene & Cosmetics Regulation mean for soap makers?
In addition to getting set up as a lawful soapmaking enterprise, it’s important that your products comply with all relevant European Union directives and statutes. In this blog, we examine the cosmetics regulation (because soap is a cosmetic product after all), as well as the cosmetic product safety reports (CPSR) and the reason why they’re so important.
EU Soap Quality System (SQS)
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