From Suds to Scents: Can You Make Perfume Out of Soap?

In the world of fragrances, creativity knows no bounds. At Fragrance Familia, we are always exploring innovative ways to enjoy scents. Today, we're diving into a unique DIY adventure: turning our luxe soap bars into bespoke perfumes.

Whether it's the tropical allure of our Coconut Scented Soap or the sweet embrace of our Rose & Honey Scented Soap, this guide will show you how to bottle these exquisite aromas into your personalized fragrance.

Step 1: Grate and Gather Start by selecting your favorite from our Luxe Soap Bar line. Will it be the Coconut Scented Soap that transports you to a tropical paradise, or the Rose & Honey Scented Soap with its warm, comforting aroma? Grate your chosen soap bar finely. This increases the surface area, making the next steps more effective.

Step 2: Oil Infusion Place the grated soap into a container and immerse it in a carrier oil like almond or jojoba. These oils are perfect for capturing the essence of our soaps without altering their delicate balance. Seal the container and let it sit, giving it a gentle shake now and then. This process allows the oil to absorb the rich fragrances of our soap.

Step 3: Strain and Perfect After a few weeks, you'll find your oil beautifully scented. Strain this oil to remove the soap particles. You now have a fragrant oil infused with the essence of our Luxe Soap Bars.

Step 4: Alcohol Alchemy (Optional) For those who prefer a traditional perfume texture, mix this fragranced oil with perfumer's alcohol. This step is a dance of science and art, transforming the oil into a perfume that’s easy to apply and quick to captivate.

Step 5: Aging Gracefully Let your concoction age. This crucial step ensures that the alcohol's scent diminishes, allowing the soap's fragrance to shine through in your final product.

Step 6: Final Touches and Bottling A final strain ensures your DIY perfume is as smooth as it is fragrant. Then, pour it into a pristine, airtight bottle. We recommend a dark glass container to protect your perfume from light.

With these steps, you have transformed Fragrance Familia's Luxe Soap Bars into a perfume that's uniquely yours. Whether you choose the exotic Coconut or the sweet Honey scent, you’re not just wearing a fragrance; you’re carrying a personal touch.

It's important to note that the final product will have a milder fragrance compared to commercial designer perfumes, as soap fragrances are usually not as concentrated as those used in perfumery. Additionally, the longevity and projection of the perfume may be limited. The project is more about the fun and experience of DIY perfume-making rather than creating a high-quality commercial equivalent.

Have you ever tried making perfume out of soap? Please share with Fragrance Familia in the comments!