Soapmaking Equipment & Lye

Lye – Essential Ingredient for Soap Making

Lye is a crucial component in soap making—without it, there is no soap. Once easily found at grocery stores, it has become harder to obtain, but now you can safely and conveniently purchase it from Hoegger.

Packaged in a 2 lb container, this lye is ideal for home soap making, ensuring you have a reliable supply of this essential ingredient for creating high-quality, homemade soaps. Safe, convenient, and essential for any soap maker.

8-Quart Stainless Steel Soap Mixing Bowl – Durable and Heat-Resistant

Essential for safe soapmaking, this 8-quart stainless steel bowl is ideal for mixing lye and water. Constructed from high-quality stainless steel, it withstands the heat generated during the soapmaking process, ensuring safety and durability.

Perfect for home soap crafters, this bowl provides plenty of capacity for large batches, making it a reliable and practical tool for creating high-quality goat milk or specialty soaps.

20" Stainless Steel Wire Whip – Professional Cheese & Soap Making Tool

An indispensable tool for serious home cheesemakers and soap crafters, this restaurant-quality wire whip is recommended by Margaret Morris for making hard cheeses and various soap recipes. Constructed entirely from durable stainless steel, it offers superior strength and longevity compared to standard kitchen whisks.

With an overall length of 20", this whip is much longer than common kitchen versions, providing the reach and control needed for large pots and vats. Perfect for thoroughly mixing ingredients, it ensures smooth, consistent results in both cheese and soap making.

Milk Soaps by Anne-Marie Faiola – A Complete Guide to Creamy, Nourishing Soap

Enhance your handmade soaps with the natural richness of milk. Milk-enriched soaps are creamier than those made with water, and the milk’s natural oils provide skin-renewing moisture and nourishment.

In Milk Soaps, expert soap maker Anne-Marie Faiola breaks down the process with clear, step-by-step instructions and 35 unique recipes for creating soaps that are both beautiful and functional. Detailed photographs guide soap makers of all levels in achieving a variety of striking color and shape effects, including funnels, swirls, layers, and insets.

Perfect for beginners and seasoned soap makers alike, this focused guide offers inspiration and techniques to expand your soapmaking skills and create luxurious, milk-enriched soaps that delight the senses.

Protect your eyes with confidence while crafting soap using these essential safety glasses. Designed to guard against potentially harmful splashes, they provide a reliable barrier when working with lye and other soap-making materials.

Lightweight and comfortable for extended wear, these glasses offer clear visibility without compromising protection, allowing you to focus on your process safely and effectively. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced soap maker, proper eye protection is a must-have for a safe and controlled workspace.

Product Features:

• Shields eyes from splashes and debris
• Ideal for soap making and handling lye
• Lightweight, comfortable design for extended use
• Clear lenses for unobstructed visibility
• Durable construction for long-term use

Stay safe and work with peace of mind by adding this essential protective gear to your soap-making setup.

Protect your hands with confidence using these large, reusable latex gloves—an essential safeguard for any soap-making process. Designed to shield delicate skin from exposure to lye, fragrances, and other potentially irritating ingredients, these gloves provide a dependable barrier without sacrificing flexibility or control.

The durable latex construction offers excellent resistance while maintaining a comfortable, snug fit that allows for precision when mixing, pouring, and handling materials. Reusable and easy to clean, they’re a practical and long-lasting addition to your soap-making toolkit.

Product Features:

• Protects hands from lye, oils, and soap-making ingredients
• Made from durable, flexible latex
• Reusable and easy to clean
• Comfortable fit for enhanced control and dexterity
• Large size for a relaxed, accommodating fit

Stay protected and work comfortably with these reliable gloves, designed to support safe and effective soap making every time.

Craft consistently perfect loaves with this high-quality soap mold box, designed for both ease of use and long-lasting durability. Built with premium pine and reinforced with stainless steel screws, this mold offers a sturdy, reliable structure that stands up to repeated use while maintaining its shape and integrity.

The innovative breakdown design allows you to quickly and effortlessly disassemble the box, ensuring your soap releases cleanly every time—no sticking, no damage, and no frustration. Whether you're a seasoned soap maker or just getting started, this feature makes unmolding smooth and hassle-free.

With a generous 5 lb capacity and interior dimensions of 16" L x 3.5" W x 2.75" H, this mold is ideal for creating uniform, professional-quality bars. It also includes a matching soap cutter, giving you everything you need to produce clean, consistent slices right out of the mold. And best of all, Made in the USA. 

Product Features:

Durable premium pine construction

Rust-resistant stainless steel screws

Fully collapsible design for easy soap removal

Includes soap cutter for precise, even bars

5 lb capacity (16" L x 3.5" W x 2.75" H)

Care Tip:
For best results and to protect your mold, always line the box with freezer paper before pouring your soap.

Perfect for hobbyists and professionals alike, this soap mold box combines craftsmanship, convenience, and performance in one essential tool.

Achieve clean, consistent cuts every time with this smooth soap cutter—designed to be a safer, more efficient alternative to using a kitchen knife. Whether you're working with soft or firm loaves, this cutter glides effortlessly through soap, delivering neat, professional-quality bars with minimal effort.

Capable of slicing soaps up to 4 inches deep, it’s a versatile tool suitable for a wide range of batch sizes and formulations. The durable stainless steel blade provides precision and longevity, while the solid hardwood handle offers a comfortable, secure grip for better control during use.

With an overall size of 5" x 7", this cutter is compact, easy to handle, and built to withstand repeated use—making it an essential addition to any soap maker’s toolkit.

Product Features:

Safer and easier to use than a standard kitchen knife

Smooth cutting action for clean, even bars

Cuts soaps up to 4" deep

Durable stainless steel blade

Sturdy hardwood handle for comfort and control

Compact size: 5" x 7"

Reliable, durable, and easy to use, this soap cutter helps you create polished, professional-looking bars every time.