Handmade with Love & Purpose

Every bar of soap at MM Handmade Soaps begins the same way — with intention, care, and a deep belief that what you put on your skin matters.

Hi, I'm Will Marie 👋

I'm the maker, the dreamer, and the person who spends hours in the studio blending oils, measuring lye, and pouring soap into molds — all so you can start your day with something truly special.

MM Handmade Soaps was born out of a simple frustration: I couldn't find a soap that felt gentle, smelled beautiful, and was made with ingredients I could actually trust. So I made my own. What started as a personal project quickly became a passion — and eventually, a purpose.

Today, every product you find in this shop is handcrafted by me, in small batches, right here in my studio. No factories. No shortcuts. Just honest, artisanal skincare made with love.

The Art of Cold Process Soap Making

All of our soaps are made using the cold process saponification method — a time-honored technique that combines skin-nourishing oils with a precise amount of lye (sodium hydroxide) to create a true, natural soap.

Here's what makes cold process special:

• No heat shortcuts: The oils and lye react naturally, preserving the integrity of every ingredient.
• Glycerin-rich lather: Unlike commercial soaps that strip glycerin out, our bars retain it — leaving your skin soft and moisturized.
• Slow cure time: Each bar cures for 4–6 weeks before it reaches you, ensuring a long-lasting, hard bar with a creamy, luxurious lather.

It's a slower process — but the results speak for themselves.

Ingredients We Believe In

We source only the finest natural ingredients, chosen for their skin benefits and quality:

• 🫒 Olive Oil – deeply moisturizing and gentle for all skin types
• 🥥 Coconut Oil – creates a rich, bubbly lather and cleanses thoroughly
• 🌻 Sunflower & Castor Oil – adds conditioning properties and boosts lather
• 🌿 Shea Butter – nourishes and protects the skin's natural barrier
• 🌸 Essential Oils & Botanicals – for natural fragrance and skin-loving benefits

We never use synthetic detergents, parabens, or artificial preservatives. What you see on the label is exactly what's in the bar.

Small Batch. Big Heart.

Because everything is made in small batches, each order gets personal attention. I inspect every bar, wrap every package, and include a little piece of myself in every shipment that leaves my studio.

When you choose MM Handmade Soaps, you're not just buying a bar of soap — you're supporting a one-woman artisan business, choosing cleaner ingredients for your skin, and joining a community that believes beauty should be simple, honest, and handmade.

Thank You for Being Here

Whether you've been with me from the beginning or you're discovering us for the first time — thank you. Your support means everything and keeps this dream alive.

With love and lather,
Will Marie De Leon
Founder & Maker, MM Handmade Soaps