Membership Options
The Handmade Soap and Cosmetic Guild is committed to providing the best value and service to our members.
We offer several membership options to best meet your needs:
Novice Handcrafter
$125/year
Individuals who make soap, cosmetics and/or candles, but do not yet market or sell to the public. Please note: insurance coverage is not available at this membership level.
Designed for those just learning their craft, and are not yet selling to the public, this affordable membership allows you to take advantage of all that the HSCG has to offer.
From the full HSCG Resource Center to monthly product discounts, the Novice Membership pays for itself quickly. It includes all member benefits, except those related to marketing and selling handcrafted soap, cosmetics and candles via the HSCG Member Marketplace.
Benefits include:
- Insurance
- Product & Service Discounts
- Advanced Lye Calculator
- Annual Conference Discount
- Full access to Resource Center
- E-news, brochure and HSCG member badge
Note: Novice Memberships are limited to five (5) years, then transition to Professional Membership status. Novice members may vote and serve on HSCG committees but cannot hold office.
Professional Handcrafter
$250/year (plus insurance, if purchased)
Companies who make handcrafted soap, cosmetics and/or candles and market them to the public.
For companies who sell handcrafted soap, cosmetics and/or candles to the public, this affordable membership pays for itself with access to insurance coverage, product discounts and the opportunity to create a listing for your business right on the HSCG website. Members at this level are also able to fulfill custom product requests that consumers make through the HSCG site.
Product and general liability insurance can be added to this level of membership for as low as $275 + membership dues. See the Insurance FAQ and Insurance Comparison Chart for more details. Canadian Members can purchase insurance directly through our Canadian Partners. See the Canadian Insurance FAQ for more details.
Benefits include:
- Access to affordable insurance options for a discounted fee
- Optional inclusion in the HSCG Maker Marketplace
- Custom request opportunities
- Product and service discounts through HSCG Vendor Members and partners
- Advanced lye calculator
- Annual Conference registration discount
- Full access to the Resource Center
Associate Professional Handcrafter
$50.00 per Associate Member, per membership term
Exclusively for Professional Handcrafter Members, for those who would like to add employee access to their membership.
In 2022, the HSCG Membership voted to add Associate Memberships; these memberships are only available for Professional Handcrafter Members, and are meant for employees or business affiliates of the Professional Handcrafter Members.
Associate Memberships have all of the benefits of a Professional Membership, except voting rights. Associate Members are able to update listings, access supplier discounts, and answer special requests on behalf of their affiliated Professional Handcrafter Member. Professional Members may have up to five (5) Associate Memberships at a time.
Pricing and Terms
Associate Members are $50 per membership. These memberships are non-transferrable and expire when the affiliated Professional Membership expired. Associate Memberships are not prorated; meaning, whether a Professional Member purchases an Associate Membership at the start of the Professional Membership or mid-way through, the price will remain the same. The responsible Professional Member has the ability to purchase, renew or deactivate an Associate Membership at any time. No refunds/credits in partial or in full will be granted if an Associate Membership is deactivated prior to the expiration date of the Professional Membership. Any Certifications held by the Associate Member are non-transferrable and will expire when the Professional Membership expires, if the Professional does not renew the Associate Membership.
Private Label
$200/year
Businesses who purchase handcrafted soap and/or cosmetics to use or resell under their private label.
Private Label Membership is for companies that are purchasing handcrafted products to resell under their own label. It also applies to businesses, like inns and spas, that purchase custom handcrafted products to brand and use for guests.
Private Label Members are connected to HSCG’s full membership and able to tap makers to provide private label product. This membership is also a valuable source of communication about trends in the industry.
Benefits include:
- Insurance
- Product & Service Discounts
- Annual Conference Discount
- Full access to Resource Center
- E-news , brochure and HSCG member badge
Vendor
$500/$1500/$3000/year
Each level offers more benefits and exposure to HSCG members.
Businesses that sell products or services to handcrafters.
If you are trying to reach handcrafted soap, cosmetic and/or candle makers, the HSCG Vendor Membership offers unparalleled return on investment. Whether you offer raw materials, packaging, equipment, or services, connect with the HSCG’s 3,600 members to expand your customer base and introduce new merchandise. Vendors and supplier also enjoy special promotion and direct access to makers at our Annual Conference.
A Vendor Membership is in the name of the business (not an individual). Representatives of Vendor Member businesses may not serve as the HSCG President or on the Board of Directors as the membership is in the business name. However, they may be involved in specific committees on behalf of their company.
The HSCG offers three tiers of Vendor Membership, based on your size, budget and promotional needs:
Tier 1: $3000/year
Join larger vendors and suppliers seeking to maximize their visibility and reach with the HSCG membership.
Tier 1 Highlights:
- Platinum Sponsorship designation at the Annual Conference
- Priority placement in the monthly Vendor eNews
Tier 2: $1500/year
This membership offers medium-sized companies great benefits and visibility.
Tier 2 Highlights:
- Silver Sponsorship designation at the Annual Conference
- Ability to create a listing on our Supplies & Services page
Tier 3: $500/year
An affordable option for small or new businesses that serve the handcrafted community.
Tier 3 Highlights:
- A 25% discount on any sponsorship of the HSCG Annual Conference
- Ability to submit an ad in the monthly Vendor eNews
In addition to the special benefits outlined above, Vendor Members also take advantage of many benefits offered to all members of the HSCG, such as insurance, shipping discounts and education.
Retired Handcrafter
$100/year
Individuals who make soap, cosmetics and/or candles, but do not yet market or sell to the public.
Making handcrafted products is a life-long passion, and we honor those who played a role building our industry. That is why we are proud to offer a special membership for those makers who may have retired from the business but wish to stay active and connected with HSCG and the maker community.
To qualify, the individual must have been an HSCG member at the Professional Level for a minimum of two (2) years and must no longer have a business that sells to the public.
Our Retired Handcrafter members enjoy the same benefits, except those related to marketing and selling soap and cosmetic products. We also welcome them to share their experience, serving on committees or the Board of Directors.
Benefits include:
- Insurance
- Product & Service Discounts
- Advanced Lye Calculator
- Annual Conference Discount
- Full access to Resource Center
- E-news, brochure and HSCG member badge
Take advantage of PayPal Credit® to pay for your membership over time!
New & Returning Members
Carolyn Booker
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Michelle Sifri
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Carole Zempel
Dragon Hollow Farm
Christi Pope
The Crescent Apothecary
Victoria Johnson
Corner Oak Soap Co.
Jennifer Whitted
Jenn's Spa Scents
Clare Staveley
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Meghan Corbley
Skin Kitchen LLC
Eiko Miyazaki
Te Plus Te, Inc.
Stephanie Smith
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Donna Bondi
SAVVY OWL SOAP SHOPPE
Ryan Kinloch
Blooming Flower, LLC
Maria Theresa Cobrado
Pink Tomato Candle &bath artisan co.
Elizabeth Engle
1778 Farmhouse Collective, LLC
Molly Milligan
Inner Alchemy LLC
Jeanne Ellenby
Roman Ruby Botanicals
Wendy Arguin
ReNewedPet
Michele Apodaca
Meadow and Moss Essentials
Sivanandam Pitchaimuthu
ORAA
Ureasta Terrell
Obsidian's LLC
Barry Freedman
OneDTQ LLC
Denise Weaver
Smart By Nature
Rebekah Graham Coleman
Sagebrush Apothecary LLC
Melissa Glick
Lucky Bee
Veronica Washington
Bedstuy Body Bar
Maryclaire Mayes
Cheryl Richard
Phoo Khine
Emily Stewart
The Dandelion Tree
Sylvie-Marie Drescher
Flora Fauna Art
Katherine Kaczmarek
Wasatch Wax
Jim Colvin
Glendale Soap Company
Chris Sienkiewich
Chris's Country Essence
Lisa Scott
Homely Hens
Christine Young
Rutine Soap Company
Tanya Roper
Bonafide Krafts LLC
Charlotte Quattlebaum
Cats Meow Handcrafted Soap
Crystal Rochlitz
Quill and Willow LLC
Anastasiia Oskilko
attrbt
Deborah Whisby-Ferguson
Precious Jewels, LLC
Maydelis Gonzalez
Nicole VanZandt
Heart N' Soul Aromas
Martha McDermott
The Aromatherapy Shoppe
Ian Hewitt
Tonic
Malin Sickelton
The body bean
Joyeeta Majumdar
Blooming Beauties
Emily Bartholomew
Ad Alta LLC, DBA Bathe
Dodie Knight
Ed Medina
Beards and Wicks LLC
Ayo Jackson
Don't B Ashy, Body Butter
Lori Bettendorf
For Your Glory Soap, Inc.
Matthew Dowdy
Candle Object LLC
Justine Hull
Snapdragon Soaps
Ronda Dade
Petals and Grace Skin and Bath Care Co.
Terron Thomas
Mindful Beauty Creations
Lashonda Williams
LMW E-SENSUALLY YOU LLC
Justin Shaffer
Naturally Simple Soap & Candle LLC
Alyson Difranco
HOUSE DRESSING LLC
Nallely Koehler
All Ways Nature LLC
Tracy Dubuque
The Asterian Path
Alexis Guthrie
A Treasure List LLC
A Wilmot Burke
Body and Soul Handmade Soaps
Sonia Grams
Child Development Dayhomes-Edmonton
Darcy Geho
Preserving My Sanity
Amy Betsch
Gold Rush Wax Co
Terri Gaedke
Ash Canyon Creations
Lindsey Owens
Wisteria Haze Creative
Jennifer Maeder
Aromatae
Karen Slane
Flip Flop Body Scrub LLC
Andrew Gonzalez
Jackelyn David
Udderly Amazing Soapery
Nicole Crodoba
Reflections Candle Company
Pimpanee Brunner
Isaan Creations
Autumn Freeman
Indigo Curated
Katherine Davis
Susan Horency
natalie han
Hummble & Co. LLC
Beth Futrick
1964
Rose Mary Echevarria
Emma Rose Gifts LLC
Maria Messina
The Olive Pearl
Sedley Tomlinson
Central Arkansas Mercantile, LLC
Mary lynn Lyon
Seasons Cleaning LLC , doing business as J&M Seasons Soaps
Wendy Grant
WENVIA LLC
Clare King
Maxine Soap Co
Brooke Taylor
Taylor Family Farm Oxford LLC
Crystal Wheeler
Light of Mine Candle Supply
Danae Stieglitz
1906 Farmstead Soaps LLC
Victoria Vadino
Grace & Grit Mercantile, LLC
Jennifer Cobb
Cobb Cabin Crafts
Brittany Streeter
Creative Kids
Colleen Carroll
Asia Thurston
Lather In Love
Kasydy Elliott
Let's Do Lavender
Courtney Jensen
HOMES Great Lakes, LLC
Jennifer Bell
Clover Bell Farm
Michelle Jordan
Sun Dipped Tanning LLC
Lisa Woodworth
Pause Apothecary
Madeline Harn
The Naked Fig Soap Company
Melissa Brookshire
Brookshire Acres LLC
Moneray Colonna
Mint Holistic Esthetics LLC
