In the quest for sustainable living, the everyday products we use can have a significant impact on the environment. Cold process soap, a traditionally made, handcrafted product, has gained attention for being an eco-friendly alternative to mass-produced soap.

Lye, or sodium hydroxide (NaOH), is a crucial ingredient in traditional soap making, yet it is often misunderstood. Despite its strong, caustic properties, lye is not only necessary for soap production, but it also plays a transformative role in the process that turns fats and oils into soap.