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
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
Jenna Ziegler
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
Deirdre Huff
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
