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
$100/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
$225/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
Kai Malloy
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Brooke McNeal
Brooke McNeal
Diana Joseph
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Jason Wilhelm
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Caryl Hitt
Dimples Natural Soaps
Anchalee Charoen
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Mitra Kamel
Mika Skincare, LLC
Gina DeMeyere
Gigis Aromatic Apothecarie LLC
Andrea Campodonica
The Guilty Goat
Alvina Shih
Quench Botanica
Lynda Meyer
Meyer's Goat Shack & farmstead creations, llc.
Lori Bettendorf
For Your Glory Soap, Inc.
Donna Bondi
SAVVY OWL SOAP SHOPPE
Shana Gerges
North Kountry Fixins
Michael Gatto
Ash and Oak, LLC
Michelle Richards
Mammy's Soap Co
Adeline Koh
Sabbatical Beauty
Mohammad Khan
Ida Friedman Kasdan
Chagrin Valley Soap & Salve
Elizabeth Weichler
Soap Avenue Company
Denise Federico
PerverseVerse.com
Deborah Voll
Shay Butter Soap LLC
Barbi Woolf
Hedgehog Hill farm
Yeon Hee Choi
binucho
Susan Towle
South Grove Soap Works LLC
Tiffany Rossman
Eccentric Flamingo, LLC
Lynne DeThorne
Elk Meadows Candle Company
Jacqueline Jones
Crystal Eikcaj Skin & Hair Care, LLC
Sherifat Famosa
A'OLA LUX
Tammy Doering
Totally Pamper Me
Judi Rencavage
Phriseil, LLC
Karen Doss
Fox + Hound
Maureen Stehlik
Hadsy’s Tallow LLC
Sarah Koelbl
Fairyland Glade
Megan Econopouly
Aida Mae Soap Co.
Peter McMahon
Facelift Thrift LLC
Cynthia Barnes
Manzanita Candle Studio
Jill Spruance
Teresita Stanley
Rustic City Creations
Amanda Mayer
Serpent and Flame Candle Company
Motunrayo Ibukun
Rayo Naturalle
Devin Dorsey
Botanical Magpie
Kevin Nastos
Two Nerds Candle Company
Lauren Brown
The Gritty Sisters Soapery, LLC
Lina Posada
Heart to dawn
Christian Wayss
Wayss Homestead
Brittany Smith
The Little Lark Company
Jennifer Del Rio
Southern Bay Farm
Lynn Davignon
C'est La Bee, LLC
Jean Mari Hernandez Lopez
Tristesse Peterson
Reverie and Roots
Kimberly Repp
Coastside Creations
Nancy Lohe
Silver Stem Designs
Chad Steiner
Elzire's Acre
Susan Kinnaman
Kinnaman Farms
Heather Jacobsen
Sunwise Soapery
Lacey Hawks
Lather Bath Bar
Rhonda Cantrell
Ed Medina
Beards and Wicks LLC
Tara Stark
Great Scot Soapery
Ginger Free
The Rustic Top
Vincent Russo
Hearthside Artisan Goods, LLC
Angela Knuth
Beauty & Beyond, LLC
Catherine White
White Bubbles Soaperie
Richard Albright
Pennsylvania Soy Candle
Nicole Byram
Snap and Dragon Essential Oils
Leigh Denick
Cozy Glow Co.
Diane Randazzo
Holly Creek Soap Company, LLC
Mary Reshetar
Intention Scents LLc
Mark Ostrander
Leah Mack
Thee Healthy Spot
Lisa Beers
464 Candles
Deborah Tuzon
Crystal Rochlitz
Quill and Willow LLC
Kara Finley
The scattered sower
Nicole VanZandt
Heart N' Soul Aromas
Adrienne Durrett
Michelle Treen
Aide Bodycare
Sheena Atkins
Tribe + Soul
Ammetta Whigham
Emily Seaver
Emily's Homestead, LLC
Jan Crosby
Daufuskie Peach
Joseph Kane
The Soap Chest
Courtney Jensen
HOMES Great Lakes, LLC
Victoria Simms
Luna Holistic Healing
DonnaMarie Anderson
Patrice Sheffield Jackson
Sweet Honey Rose Co
Irene Marshall
Fields of Dreams Soaps
Barry Freedman
OneDTQ LLC
Rhealyn Villamento Brown
Trisha Crutchfield
Bless Your Heart Soapery LLC
Paula Keif
Green Koala
Krista Huebner
Chelonia Soap and Salve
Tenesha Canzius
Coco’s Palm LLC
John Mikrut
Shoaib Ahmad
Touch by Prince
Kaileigh Berry
Healthy Savvy
Pamela Mathews
Tuscany Soaps, Salts & Lotions
Paula Herring