1. To promote and educate the public about the handcrafted soap and cosmetic industry.
Away from marketing hype and advertising slogans, consumers can
discover factual information
about handcrafted soap and cosmetics. How is soap made?
What ingredients are used?
The Soap Gallery and the
Cosmetic Gallery show examples of
beautiful, artisnal products. Finally, the Store Locator
and Handcrafted Soap and Cosmetic Directory
provide ways to locate handcrafted soap or cosmetics available to purchase.
2. To act as a center of communication among, and to circulate information beneficial to,
members of the handcrafted soap and cosmetic industry.
The HSCG works to provide important information to everyone in the handcrafted soap and cosmetic
industry through the HSCG website, Local Chapters, and on social media, especially our
Facebook page.
In addition, any person may Register on the site
to receive any of our eNewsletters.
3. To foster the handcrafted soap and cosmetic industry through education and training.
Education and training for all members of the handcrafted soap and cosmetic industry is of major
importance to the HSCG. Soap and cosmetic making classes are
listed on the HSCG website. The Annual Conference is open to both members and non-members
and provides 3 days of classes and sessions at all levels on many subjects of interest. The How-To Library
offers year-round access to articles and videos on a variety of topics and is adding new subject matter regularly.
For members, the HSCG offers a Certification Program with four levels (Basic, Advanced, Expert and Master)
along three tracks (Cold/Hot Process Soapmaking, Melt & Pour Soapmaking and Cosmetic Making).
4. To represent the handcrafted soap and cosmetic industry in matters concerning legislation
and regulations affecting the industry.
New legislation at both the Federal and State levels is a major concern for the handcrafted soap and cosmetic
industry. The HSCG has been involved with Legislative Advocacy
for over 10 years, representing the industry in many meetings each year with Members of Congress and others in Washington DC.
