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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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
Note: Private Label Members may vote, nominate candidates and serve on HSCG committees but cannot hold office.

Vendor

$500/$1500/$3000/year
Each level offers more benefits and exposure to HSCG members.

Businesses that sell products or services to handcrafters.

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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.

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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!

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New & Returning Members

Sevanha Kessinger
Soky Soapworks

Carolyn Wuenstel
Majak Products

Michelle Fox
The Untamed Daisy Soap Co.

Patricia Monk
Made to Lather

Jamie Tatreau
Sweet Mana

Lisa Vallelunga
Utopian 2

Sergio Cruz
Humble Earth Company LLC

Shane Cultice
Amish Country Essentials LLC

Amy Kalinchuk
Olde Crone\'s Bewitching Bath Soap, LLC

Tracee Palmer
Garden Goat Soap LLC

Misty Speaks
Misty Mountain Acres

Xhey Evans-EL
Xhey Butter Beauty

Denise Fasciano

Josephine Thompson
Elementals Soap Co. LLC

Nataly Montes De Oca

Fay Forder
APHORA BOTANICALS

Chloe' Mena
Earth Potions

Leah Lane
Herban Desert

Lisa Price
Soaps, Etc.

Tyler Schneekloth
Infernal Candles

Christy Cooper
Mama's Handmade Sudsy Soap

Vi Nguyen
Maison Luna

Charise Gardner
Gardner Keep & Apiary LLC

Sarah Frigo
Batch&Bar

Charlena Robertson
The Soap Obsession Bath and Body Shop

Janice Quennelle
Quen T'essentielle Aromatherapy

Andrea Rothmuller
Acorn Oaks Wellness

Diane Kring
The Soakin Goat

Nathan Brown
Eileens Natural Soap

Chevelle Marcial
Artisanal Bubbles LLC DBA Soapy Goose

Stacey Lambert

Deanna Menser
Goodness Within LLC

Rachel Estrada
Rachelmariesoaps

Richard Gunn
Clayton\'s Way Farm

Suwah Amara
Suacoco Candle Company, LLC

Veronica Washington
Bedstuy Body Bar

Cherie Collazo
Amore

Gabrielle Schott
Humane Candle Co.

Yvette Courchaine
Moose Creek Enterprises LLC DBA Blue Sky Soaps

Lisa Simane
Wrapped N Love by Granny

Velma Smith
Compassionate Care Counseling Center

Jenessa Rode
Innocence Body Care

Joellyn Whitehead

Ryan Gregg
Sunflower Beach Co.

Chris Hunter
Hunter Masonry dba Hippie Heart, Gypsy Soul

Addina Vlachos
Anii, LLC

Karen Thombley

Victoria Khasanshina

Lynn Harrington
Maine Cottage Apothecary

Katelynne Bazile
LUMIERE RENE

Sayyidah Lubna Muhammad
Top Shelf Plus, LLC

Kenneth Witt
Foxy Bard Candles LLC

Marion Hartley
Phizog LLC

Susan Houlihan
Alpenglow Skin Care

Danielle Sterling
Sugared Mango Soaps

Jaime Grant
Tamarack Handcrafted

Cristy Bergeron
Scrub It LLC

Perla López Baray
Perla López Baray, LLC

Karen Tuberville
Diva Mama Artisan Bath & Body, LLC

Regina Pauling
The Noble Soapery

Debbie Crall
The Goat Farmer\'s Wife

Lynnea Zimmerman
Candle Connoisseur Club

Terrie Tolbert
Noor Nature

Barbara Dailey
Soaps on the Trail

Krystle Winter

Roger Scott
Scotsman Grooming

Kim Hedine
Midnight Oil Soap

Jessica Burdier
Christo Soaps

Hannah Wayne
Carroll & Co

Tara Widmer
Terra's Bounty, LLC

Sandra Teh
Simply Goodganics

Joseph Dean
Subtle Art Soap Company. LLC

Leah LaFera
Sweet Sprig

Thomas Jordan
Expression Soap

Brenda Rea

Jocelyn Voravong
Mia Lilly Creations

Rebekah Thomas
Edie Mae's Soap

Lisa Rolf
Fiddle and Flame Candle Co.

Tracey Keifer
Gal and Goat

Frances Mansfield
Mountain Spring Naturals, LLC

Malgorzata Haptas
Enrich Moments Candles

Amanda Mazza
Soapfully Yours LLC

Shaun Hand
BROOKIEGIRL BATH + BODY CARE

Georgette Youmans
Natural Soaps of the Treasure Coast

Michelle Marak

Kathy Dagen
Nanas Soap Box

Marilyn Plummer

Susan E. Moser-Moritz
GARGOYLE AND CROW, LLC

Laura Atkins
RaEssence, LLC

Gretchen Kocher
Grace Hill Farm

Monique Hermon
HARMONIA body & Home

Beth Polito
Cielo Soaps

Susan Ryhanen
Saipua Inc.

Renee Harris
I.E. Spa Indulgences

Donna Summerford
Aunt Dee's Soaps and Lotions

Suanne Kendrick
Happy Tails Goat Milk Soap

Natasha Martinez
Astri Aura

Susan Penner
SoulDeo Naturals

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