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Hi, I’m Alison
I’ve always had a deep love for food and drink—the colors, the aromas, the creativity, and the joy they bring to people. For seven years, I poured that passion into my work as a caterer and personal chef, crafting dishes that looked as beautiful as they tasted for people who love to host. I’m still obsessed with the colors, the aromas, and the joy a good cocktail or dessert brings to a table.
Then I retired from the big-event grind and found out I still needed somewhere to put all that creativity. Just somewhere smaller, more playful, and with fewer 200-person guest lists.
How a Soap Got Me Hooked
One day I saw a photo of a gorgeous bar of soap and thought, “That looks good enough to eat.” (Reader, I did not eat it.) And just like that an idea was born...
So I learned to make it. I now craft goat milk soaps and lotions inspired by cocktails, bakery treats, and desserts, with rich swirls, vibrant layers, and scents that smell good enough to sip. It’s the same creativity I used in the kitchen, minus the kitchen chaos.
How I Make It
Every bar and lotion is made by hand, in small batches, at my studio in the Charlotte, NC area.
Goat milk for a creamy, gentle lather
Skin-loving oils like coconut, olive, palm, avocado, sweet almond
Scented with fragrance oils
Made with the cold process method and cured for 6 weeks so each bar is hard, long-lasting, and mild
Batch size: about 10 bars at a time, so no two swirls are exactly alike
Full ingredient lists are on every product page, because you should know what’s touching your skin.
Who It’s For
I make soap for people who love to host: the woman who thinks of everything, including the guest bathroom. Set a pretty bar by the sink before the party and watch your friends sneak in to admire the beautiful bar. They’re also the hostess gift, girls’ night favor, and “I saw this and thought of you” present I’d want to receive. If you're someone who gets excited over the smell of fresh-baked desserts, enjoys gathering with friends over a favorite cocktail, or believes everyday moments deserve a little extra joy, then you're exactly who I had in mind. I make each small batch of goat milk soap to bring a touch of fun, comfort, and creativity to your daily routine. Whether you're treating yourself after a long day or searching for the perfect gift, I hope you'll find a scent that brings back a happy memory or creates a new one.
Where to Find Me
Online at barsoap.net, with free shipping on orders $50+
Charlotte and surrounding vendor markets (full list here)
Questions or custom orders? Email me at order@barsoap.net. I read every message myself.
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