Natural Soap vs Store-Bought Soap: What’s the Difference?

Not all soap is created equal. While store-bought soaps are mass-produced and often made with synthetic detergents, natural handcrafted soap is made with real oils, butters, and skin-loving ingredients.

Ingredients Matter

Natural soap is made with oils like tallow, olive oil, coconut oil, and nourishing butters. It naturally contains glycerin, which helps attract moisture to the skin.

Store-bought soap often removes glycerin and replaces it with synthetic cleansers, fragrances, and preservatives that can leave skin feeling dry or tight.

Gentle Cleansing

Natural soaps cleanse without stripping your skin’s natural oils, leaving it soft and balanced. Commercial soaps are designed for long shelf life, not skin health, and can be harsh with frequent use.

Better for You & the Planet

Handcrafted soap is typically made in small batches, with fewer ingredients and minimal packaging, making it a more eco-friendly choice compared to heavily packaged store soaps.

The Bottom Line

If you’re looking for a gentler, more natural way to cleanse your skin, natural soap is worth the switch. At Nicole’s Natural Soaps, every bar is handcrafted using thoughtfully chosen oils, botanicals, and natural colorants, no shortcuts, just real soap made with care.