Do peoples really BUY lard soap nowadays??? Hate to switch back to palm

[KentuckySilks]

I’ve just been experimenting with some wonderful lard soaps, and definitely like the feel, hardness, moisturizing, price point, etc. of the ingredient. The only thing I’m worried about is the label turn off! I feel like if I make all these soaps, I won’t sell any at future craft shows! Thoughts?

 

[bookworm42]

I think it really depends on your audience. The best advice I heard was make what you like and eventually an audience will find you. It might take a while but they will find you.
I haven't done any craft shows yet so others might have more advice.

 

[KentuckySilks]

I think it really depends on your audience. The best advice I heard was make what you like and eventually an audience will find you. It might take a while but they will find you.
I haven't done any craft shows yet so others might have more advice.

Thanks!

 

[Kari Howie]

You could also make it a marketing plus.
-It’s very gentle to skin since it’s highly compatible with the lipid structure of the human skin cell membranes. This is the main reason why soaps based on animal fats have the nourishing properties that plant-based fats don’t deliver.
-it’s sustainable in that lard will always be available as one of the byproducts of the pork industry. Other key byproducts include porcine heart valves which are used as human replacements.
-It has less of an environmental impact than palm oil-based soaps. (Deforestation).
-Using lard supports domestic farmers. Even better if you buy locally.

 

[lsg]

Many people love soap that contains lard or tallow. Lard and tallow promote a hard soap and a creamy lather. I am not sure why people oppose using lard or tallow in soap unless they are vegetarians.

 

[MelissaG]

Yes, I've only met one person who cares. Honestly, I want to move back to my regular recipe. The new one just isn't as good. But the prices have gone up so much that I just can't. And yes, my original recipe had palm oil in it. And I really want my olive oil back. I had to substitute most of it for rice bran oil due to cost.