I am thinking of opening a small manufacturing co and making old style homemade soaps, designer candles, lotions, bath oils and the like. Does anyone think this would work, and if so any marketing ideas that would help my products reach the public?

Thanks,
Richard

It is a really hard business. I am in the same business. People want commercial and cheap.

My sister does this in the summer and in her spare time. She also makes soy candles. Also is now getting into making jewelry. She does a farely descent job a sales. She basically does just the craft shows. Her husband is retired due to his eyes and she now only works 4 hours a day. She doesn't work summers or when there is no school. And she is doing enough business that they live comfortable.

Best of Luck
Janet

Have you thought of doing gift baskets with your items? Maybe also donating for drawings at local schools or clubs. Just a thought.

Janet

I have a lotion business, it is hard work. But you have to find your niche. I sell wholesale to gift basket companies. I have found that opening a custom blending bar is really profitable. JMO

was wondering if you would send me a price list of your items? I am starting a gift basket business and would like to include your items in them. Thanks...Sandra W.

Sandra go to www.thepamperedlady.com go to the wholesale page, then to the online catalog
type in
username:member
passcode:bathandbody

thank you for your info...i am going to the website right now!!
Thanks again..Sandra

I am in the process of get my stock together so I can sell gift baskets. I would love to buy porducts whole sell. If you have a product and price list please send me a copy.

Thank you,

Tonya

Hi, I am selling unique and creative products such as bath oils, massage oils, and sugar scrubs. If you are interested please send me an e-mail. Thanks

Were are you selling your items do you have a web site. I have 6 web sites and looking for things to sell on them I am looking for someone that would like to supply me and also drop ship. I would do the avertising and the selling . Looking forward to hearing from you. Laura

Hi Laura. I am very interested in working with you. I don't have a web site, but I can send you some pictures if you like? Hope to hear from you soon. Heather

I do dropshipping, I also have a free affiliate program. It is easy to sign up, a great way to earn some extra money. In the near future I will be setting up a wholesale area also.
Let me know if I can be of any assistance to you. Feel free to contact me with any questions you may have.
Jenn
Bare Occasions
www.BareOccasions.com

Hi Jenn, I am VERY intersted in your products, etc...can you send me ANYTHING (information, samples, advice) SOMETHING to help me get started. I am trying to open an internet store and also a retail store (at a later time) selling aromatherapy items. I have everything worked out (biz plan, etc...) but no product to get started with. I have done extensive research on this and I am so ready to get started. I have even doen research on grants but just can't find that ONE break I need. ANY advice would help.

Thank you,
Stacey
Creative Expressions

I have gorgeous art prints and cards made from my husband's stunning paintings. Would you be interested in selling these?

>>hi jen
i hve the same message as stacey. i am starting an aromatherapy biz online. can you help with dropshipping?
pat, pats place

Hi my name is latoya, Im a new wholesaler/supplier and im looking for new business. I do dropship and i have some bath & body products you might be interested in. Please email me back if you would like to see the pricing. Thanks

Please visit my website at www.creativehomeadditions.thegiftlane.com
Thanks

I sell hand made turned wooden items like pens, letter openers. You can see them in my gift store on my web page which is about Identity Theft.
http://www.creditcard-identity-theft-repair.com
You'll see the gift store. Click on that.
Thanks,
Laurie

>Were are you selling your items do
>you have a web site. I
>have 6 web sites and looking
>for things to sell on them
>I am looking for someone that
>would like to supply me and
>also drop ship. I would do
>the avertising and the selling .
>Looking forward to hearing from you.
>Laura

Hi Laura! Would you be interested in selling ladies' and men's apparel? I am in the process of setting my business of importing ladies' and men's tops. They are for everyday wear - casual. Ladies' tops are made of cotton spandex - tshirt style or tank tops/long sleeves and the men's are cotton pique. I also have clay flower earrings and necklaces - tropical theme. What kind of merchandise would you like to sell? Who is your target market? Please email me if you would like more information. Thanks! My email address is dtycangco@hotmail.com

Laura,
I make all natural goat's milk soap from fresh goat's milk from my goats. The types that I make are honey goat's milk, plain goat's milk, oatmeal goat's milk, and oatmeal honey goat's milk. The oils I use are lard, sunflower, olive, coconut, avocodo butter, and cocoa butter. If you would like pictures and prices of my product to sell in your store contact me at karen_jackson_goats@hotmail.com

I'm doing herbal soap in Thailand of wholesale but now we have a lot of company do this biz. I want to change products line to goat's milk soap that still have the room.

I would be intersted in knowing more about your product, it sounds very interesting!

Anne,
My product is made from fresh goat's milk soap and natural oils. The lard that I use in it has no ADHD or other synthetic things in it. (I get the fat from my brother-in-law when he slaughters hogs and render it myself). I use all natural vegetable oils and butters (my base consist of olive oil, cocoa butter, avocado butter, sunflower oil, and coconut oil as well as essential oils on the scented varieties.) This soap not only suds up really well, it also last a long time. My husband and I use a 5.00 bar for a whole month. I have branched out and do some scents--lavendar, tea tree, lemon grass as well as honey, honey oatmeal, oatmeal, and plain. I sell at the Ardmore flea market in TN and also do mail order. If you would like to order some send me a message, you pay for the price of soap, handling, and a small shipping fee. If it is for a store I offer a discount.

Visit my site. Goodluck!

Vivian
www.Purpleegg.net
http://www.purpleegg.net/wholesale.html

hello, i have a homemade toiletry business and would love to get my products distributed as much as possible. if interested please contact faye, thanks in advance.

plz let us know what r u looking 4?we r manufacturers n exporters.

What is a sugar scrub?

Hi,
I saw your note and thought I would respond. I have had my business for about 5 years and do it part time. However, if I could increase my sales I would quit my day job and do it full time!! I am in the process of having a website made but I can send you a copy of my items if you are interested.

i would like to know what i need to start my soap,cnadle, lotion homemade business, i need some permition ... i dont know obout the legal procedures about these business

Hi Tonya,
You might want to check out my site and see if this is what you are looking for.Goodluck!

www.Purpleegg.net
http://www.purpleegg.net/wholesale.html

Hello,

How are you? Are you you still loking for products for your baskets? We have great handmade skincare products, take a look at our website www.taiwosoaps.com, we guarantee that you will be getting great quality products. we can send you samples and brochures.
I can be reached at regegbara@hotmail.com.

Ruby
www.taiwosoaps.com

Tonya,
I make my own goat's milk soap from my goats' milk and have products to sale. You can view my products at www. lillyvalleyfarm.com on our soap page. Would you be interested in adding these to your gift baskets. We also discount for wholesale buyers such as stores and so forth.

Tonya,

I have a line of "stained glass" candles that I paint that go really nicely with gift baskets, I supply one lady in my area with all the candles she puts in her gift baskets. If you are doing a bath or kitchen basket and you want a candle to match the towels, all you have to do is send me a picture and I can paint it on the side of a candle. After I paint the candle you can get any scent you would like, I have over 100 fragrance oils in stock. If you are doing a coffee basket I can do a hot butter cappachino, or morning brew candle in a china teacup, or matching coffee mug to match your basket. They are great fun!

Anne

Hi Tonya,

I have wholesale health and beauty products, fragrance, candles if you are interested..

amy k.

hi where are you based only im starting my own business i make natural soaps & cosmetics i also do gift boxes but i am looking for outlets for my products wondered if u would be interested

I would like information on your things. I am starting a gb business. Anything you can send will help me.

>I would like information on your things.
>I am starting a gb business.
>Anything you can send will help
>me.

Hello,
I have unique bath soaps you might want to include in your basket. goodluck.

vivian
www.PurpleEgg.net
http://www.purpleegg.net/wholesale.html

what type of produts are you looking for, I might be able to assist you with some wholesale prices.

please visit my website www.creativehomeadditions.thegiftlane.com

Dear...,
We are importers for rattan and bamboo wares including baskets and home furniture. Our location is in Hungary. You can check our website if you have any interest pls. send me a email.
WWW.ARTLUX.HU

Best Regards,
Arpad

hi richard,
go for it! im just about to take the plunge myself. ive spent the last 18 months doing the research developing products & generally getting ready! i found the following website helpful //freespace.virgin.net/michele.jack/ it contains a wealth of knowledge including eu legislation & certification
if you want any help, support or just a a chat drop us an email
best wishes with your venture!

ali

>was wondering if you would send me
>a price list of your items?
>I am starting a gift basket
>business and would like to include
>your items in them. Thanks...Sandra W.
>

Hi sandra,
I sell wholesalde bath soaps and confetti, kindly email me so we can discuss if my products would be something you would like to include
thanks
vivian

I had to mention I have purchased products from Vivian and they are outstanding!!

I would highly recommend you including her products in your gift baskets or gift shop.

Serenity
http://www.AllAboutTown.org

Thanks.
Vivian

Hi sandra,
Forgot my email
info@purpleegg.net
www.purpleegg.net

>>was wondering if you would send me
>>a price list of your items?
>>I am starting a gift basket
>>business and would like to include
>>your items in them. Thanks...Sandra W.
>>

>Hi sandra,I sell wholesale bath soaps and
>confetti, kindly email me so we
>can discuss if my products would
>be something you would like to
>includethanksvivian

Hi Vivian, I may be interested in your products as well. Can you send me a price list, pictures, samples, etc...? Anything would help. Iam trying to start my internet business but can't seem to find what I need "PRODUCTS!" As well as grants but just a simple, honest business with quality products would be a start.

Thank you,
Stacey
Creative Expressions

creativeexpressions1@yahoo.com

Hi Stacey,
Thanks for your inquiry,I personally guarantee you my bath soaps is of quality or you can return it ,no questions ask. I had emailed you the link to my website wholesale page. Thanks and goodluck. I inculded the link on my sig .also.Hope cyberschmooz does not mind:-)

www.purpleegg.net
http://www.purpleegg.net/wholesale.html

I read your message. I make gourgeous decorative soaps. They are hand painted with natural mica. Send me your email address, I will send you a picture. How is your business doing?
Thanks
Elena

I am looking for items to put in my gift baskets. If you would like to sell me some of your stuff let me know.

Thank you

>I am looking for items to put
>in my gift baskets. If
>you would like to sell me
>some of your stuff let me
>know.

>Thank you

Hi Tonya,
I have a website, would like to invite you to see our products you might want to include in your basket,please email me.Thanks
Vivian

Hi Tonya,
I can not seem to find your email address,can you email me, thanks
Vivian
info@purpleegg.net

Hi,
I make decorative soaps. They are GOURGEOUS. They are hand painted with natural mica. Send me your email address. I will send you a picture.
Thanks
Elena

pls explain wht ia a custom
>blending bar

thanks
>

>I have a lotion business, it is
>hard work. But you have to
>find your niche. I sell wholesale
>to gift basket companies. I
>have found that opening a custom
>blending bar is really profitable. JMO
>

How do you operate your blending bar?

Hello Friends,
I have been experimenting with shea butter this last weekend, and it was a huge disaster. I melted the shea butter than I added some fragrant oil, and poured the shea butter into separate containers. When I woke up this morning they were not hardened and on top of that it looked like the shea butter was beginning to crystalize. Does anyone know what I did wrong? Helpful advice?
Thanks,
Sophia

I think everyone likes hand crafted soaps, lotions, salts, candles, etc. We like them in beautiful packaging but we don't want to spend a fortune. Depending on where you live - the type of community:

If you live in or around a tourist market/lake community: you could get your product into resorts, spas, clubs, bread & breakfast/inns, etc. They seem to like the handcrafted feel and look. You could also print personalized labels for them, which they'd like.

If you live in or around a big city: check with local shop owners (gift shops, individual owned salons, etc.) and see if you can put your items in on consignment. This is always nice as they do all the selling, you just keep providing quality merchandise.

Small towns: check out all local and surrounding county festivals. Lots of fun. Small town festivals are usuallyl cheap (less than $50) to get into. Large festivals can cost upwards of $250-$1000 for a weekend and don't typically pay off as well.

If you want to open your own store but don't want to commit to purchasing an entire store worth of merchandise - then place ads for local artisans and you offer consignment to others - you could have an entire gift store of your own with other peoples products/goods.

Hi!!
I'm so glad I happened upon this group! What a creative bunch! My question is how to generate business with shops and spas. I make an aromatherapy line of products and have had a great response but not alot of cash flow. I have a few consignment craft shops I'm in and doing enough business to pay for being there but I really want this to take off! (which one of us doesn't want that!!) Any suggestions on how to approach a business you would like to sell at?? Need all the tips I can get!! Thanks!! And GOOD LUCK to everyone!

Rachel
themysticalmoose.com
email: tiggy116@hotmail.com

If you are willing to fill orders for sellers and create multiple company packing slips you may want to consider becoming a dropshipper. You will be able to list yourself on "dropship directories" there are people looking for new products every day where they don't have to invest in inventory. Put together some good pictures that people can post on their internet sites. Maybe even develop some gift baskets. I would be interested in seeing your products for my site. I currently use Springdale Dropship for some gift baskets of this type.
Kelly
www.close2cost.com

>If you are willing to fill orders
>for sellers and create multiple company
>packing slips you may want to
>consider becoming a dropshipper. You
>will be able to list yourself
>on "dropship directories" there are
>people looking for new products every
>day where they don't have to
>invest in inventory. Put together
>some good pictures that people can
>post on their internet sites.
>Maybe even develop some gift baskets.
> I would be interested in
>seeing your products for my site.
>I currently use Springdale Dropship for
>some gift baskets of this type.Kellywww.close2cost.com
>

Hello,
I have giftbaskets on my site, i am in the middle of creating bigger baskets, kindly email me and look at my website and see if this is what you are looking for. Thanks
Vivian

I have been interested in starting my own line of lotions and creams/soaps etc. I am interested in first learning the trade. Where could I go for classes that teach one how to blend and mix different ingredients to make creams and such. I am not good at just reading about something and then trying on my own. I do better at a hands on class where I can feel and touch and smell the different ingredisents. Thanks I live in NJ by the way. Mindy

Hi Richard,
I have been in the aroma business for 8 years now. I've owned a shop and carts in malls. I've done flea markets, craft shows, women's shows. Just about everything. It is a good business. This is all I do. I'm not sure what part of the country you are in but in the South we LOVE candles and smell goods. My concept is custom scented products. I sell perfume oils and custom scent lotions, bath salts, gels, massage oils, etc.
I say go for it. Read all you can about soapmaking and candle making. Do a search for forums on the subject.
I have a manual that I wrote with my sources if you want to go the custom blending route. Otherwise, search online and read lots of books. You'll be inspired...good luck.

Daphne
http://www.aromasuccess.com

Hello Daphne,
I just sent a query to Richard's post.Where would one get hands on training to start in the natural cosmetics business? Can I email you privately for more info.? I would like to start making my own natiral soaps and cosmetics. SOe of the sites I have come across on the net are too expensive or too short perhaps offering only a rudimentary course. Please advise. Thank you,
Cindy

Daphne,
Good to see your post and to know that you also cater to the individual desires of your clients. The candles that I make are poured to order. I have approximately 180 fragrances available and my customers may choose any color for their candle regardless of the fragrance. Because I hand pour when I get the order, I can do this for them.
I'm not a website genious but have a functional site. Please take a look at www.thecandlecupboard.net. I am currently working with a wholeseller to offer some nice candle lanterns and other candle related products so will be revamping the site soon. Also, I am going to incorporate quantity discounts, etc. It is so nice to network with other distributors.
Take care and good luck to you.

I've got info on some great teaching materials.
My husband and I are houseparents for a children's home and I started making homemade 100% natural beauty products as well as medicinal salves about a year ago. This helps supplement our income. My problem if it is a problem is that I am always giving my products to people to lift their spirits.
Good Luck, and GOD BLESS!!!

Hello Deborah,
Just read your post with interest. Could you please pass on the information to my email about handmade cosmetics. I would like to chat with you to exchange ideas. I didnt get your email address. Thank you CIndy

... gbraich1@aol.com

>I've got info on some great teaching
>materials.My husband and I are houseparents
>for a children's home and I
>started making homemade 100% natural beauty
>products as well as medicinal salves
>about a year ago. This helps
>supplement our income. My problem if
>it is a problem is that
>I am always giving my products
>to people to lift their spirits.Good
>Luck, and GOD BLESS!!!

Hi Deborah,
I am very interested in starting a business with my own 100% natural product. I have a lotion that I have made that I think will help many skin conditions. How did you go about starting your business. I would appreciate any advice you can give me. Thank you so much.
Amy

Hi Richard,

I have been thinking of doing the same thing. Where would I LEarn the basics of making these and blending oils and cosmetics. Please help.
Thank you, CIndy

Hi Cindy,
Email me at

daphne@aromasuccess.com

Daphne
http://www.aromasuccess.com

i think that will be a good idea, god bless you.

Richard,
I started an online candle business last year. I truly enjoy making candles and am very serious about making this my full time income source. The main thing to remember is marketing. You can have a fantastic, dynamic website but if no one knows it's there, you will not get any business.
I leave business cards that have my website address on them everywhere I go. I make my own business cards so this type of advertising is very inexpensive.
It can be frustrating at times because there are ALOT of people out there doing the same thing. The advantage that I have is that I have THE BEST scented candles that I have ever come across.
Good luck in all of your endeavors.

Jill Hopkins: What is your web site? Please email me at jaime@shadesofjaim.com

Thanks!

For the people who want to know more about the fine points of making personal care products--there is an almost endless amount of it on the internet. I have been interested in aromatherapy for a lot of years. It was a natural out growth from my profession as a nurse.
On January 5th I am going to start my own line of personal care aromatherapy products. I am absolutely determined to "make it" in this field. My goal is to have my products at the Golden Door Spa in LA! Well, if you can dream it you can do it!

hi like you said that you have your own line of aromatherapy oil supply well would like to know how did you manage to het that.did you buy in raw bulk from a whole seller then package them or wht

thanks

pls mail me atjaswin_ks@yahoo.com ad pls tell me how to go about doing that i ma from malaysia

goodluck!

Vivian
www.PurpleEgg.net

start off selling as seasonal products, like xmas and valentines day etc. Put them in stores on consignment. See how they do in 60 days. In spre time, go to where a lot of women are and sell samples for $1-$5, give a card. Get back let me know how u do. Good luck

nobody is producing such things there, in lithuania, it almost hungry market, so knowing how to do this is very valuable information

its not an easy business to get started...I mean sure its easy to produce the products but getting customers outside of family and friends takes awhile. If its really what you want to do then i say "go for it" thats what i did!!! Goodluck to you

http:www.slatemountainscents.com

there are no communities, everybody live like in one big village, so its not problem go outside,
and to sell things, but to know how produce, thats the question,

I've recently started selling candles, bath and body products and specialty foods. I've had a hard time trying to sell anything. I can get people to my site just no one is buying. I've had a couple of orders for the bakery candles.

Angela
http://www.angelasgiftnook.com

I visited your site and I think it would sell more if it was designed a little bit differently. The key is simplicity and elegance. I recently designed a site for a homemade soap and candle company, www.blissfulmomentssoap.com and it has a lot of good features. One is the colors are easy on the eyes. Your site has a background image that is a bit distracting (although pretty!). Also, the only method of purchase is paypal and your site takes you to the paypal site. I've done some research and many customers don't really like that method, they would prefer to stay on your site and buy something.
Anyways, let me know if you have any questions, I might be able to have some more pointers for you.
Jason

Thanks Jason for your suggestions. I will work on it. At this time the only way I can accept credit card payments is through PayPal. I tried the mals cart but I just can't figure it out. I do have a printable form if customers would like to mail in their payment.

Thanks again,
Angela
http://www.angelasgiftnook.com

I just recently started a candle business, I've tried selling them on ebay but that didn't work out. I saw some people said they were looking for products for gift baskets, if you would like to see some pictures I can send them. Also, if anyone would like to talk and exchange ideas and maybe even collaborate, please e-mail me!
berlindaf@hotmail.com
Thanks!

Just curious why didn't your candles sell on ebay? I sell vintage items,and when I started in 99 it was good,now it's hard to get anything to sell on ebay.

Angela,

If you would like another way to accept credit cards that is inexpensive, contact Kevin Cross at

Accept by Phone
1773 Hobbes Drive
Hilliard, OH 43026

In Central Ohio - 614.529.1390
Toll Free - 877.529.1390
Fax Number - 614.573.7655

kcross@accept-by-phone.com

He can help you with your problem. Just tell him that I sent ya.

Sincerely,

Jim Rusk
Co Owner of Solutions Portal
Arizona, USA Corporate Office
598 Rim Drive
Pinedale, AZ 85934-1233 USA
928-739-4275
jimrusk@frontiernet.net

Thank you. I will check into it and see what I can do. I did finally figure out mals and got it set up and fixed a few things on my site.

Thanks again,
Angela
http://www.angelasgiftnook.com

starting a candle/soap/lotion making business and need help! I already have a salon who is interested in my products but with work and school I cant make them all. If you live in the nj area and are interested email me. 50/50 split on everything!
I also do home parties
makeupbyheather@hotmail.com

Hi Heather,

I read your post...I live in New York city and have been trying to get my bath and body products business in order....I also need help!!! I you're still looking for someone and you're near NYC let me know!!!

Marian Shipman
917-207-1927
pyxiss1395@lycos.com

I live in North NJ, if you are still interested let me know.

Hi! I noticed that you said that you have "home parties" with your products. How do you run those parties?

Oh thank you, thank you, thank you! LOL I know your post wasn't meant for me, but I am out of Cleveland, Ohio and have been beating my head on the computer desk trying to figure out rates etc.. when reading about credit card scanners on line! I will get hold of Kevin this week and I will make sure to tell him who refered me!

Hi Anne,

If you can use the info, then it was meant for you as well. Kevin will take care of you and get you set up. He has a great company. Best of luck to you and your candle business!!

All my best,
Jim Rusk
BHR & Associates
"The debt reduction company"
No upfront money to have your bad debt reduced!!
866-368-7844

I have found that if I can get my candles under someone's nose, I have a sale. I haven't had too much success selling online, although my celebrity caricature jars sell well on ebay.....

Just a tip on pouring seasonal items. In my four years of business I have discovered that seasonal candles that sell best are the holidays that people decorate for. Easter doesn't sell for me, or Halloween for that matter. Christmas is good if you pour early enough, I start putting them out Mid-October and they are done selling by the end of November, because then people are concentrating on gifts, not decorations. Mother's Day sells well, a little Vaentines, but don't over do it, you can always pour more if you run out, if you have them left over you are faced with storing them for the next year.

And the more variety you have, the more you sell. I have a double booth at the fleamarket where I am based at the moment, and sell about $300 to $400 a weekend in a slow market, but I have about 40 or 50 different varieties of candles, and many are one of a kind.....you learn as you go. Just be frugal when pouring for the holidays. You can always pour more, as I say, but if you have to store them that is a pain, and you have used wax,gel or soap materials that could have been used in other saleable items.

Aren't I the bossy one today? LOL Good Luck!

There are some articles online at
http://www.soapmakingbusiness.com that
might help. These articles were written for
soapmakers and cosmetic crafters in
business. They are:

Selling Near Home
Three Tips For Selling More Of What You Make
Marketing With Gift Baskets

To read any of these articles visit
http://www.soapmakingbusiness.com and
click on the "Articles" link on the left.

Sincerely,

O. Franklin

If anyone is interested I sell decorative soap that would go great in gift baskets. My website is www.essenceoils.biz. Thanks Essence.

for sale at http://www.plainolesoap.tarasweb.com/ that goes to plainolesoap.com where I used to do just that with handmade soap but reality unfortunately not many want to pay for time and quality of the handmade quality soaps...
but good luck!
Tara

Thats a shame Tara, I do quite well with my hand made soaps. Althou I don't have a web site, I sell locally and to cyber friends. You won't catch me buying store brand soaps!

Vicki
http://www.AllAboutTown.org

Tara..tell me about your web site...I have started making natural/pure soap and am doing well with it at local gift shops and people I run into. Want to do more more more......any advise? please e-mail me...thanks

suz
memotts@hotmail.com

Sorry but I sold plainolesoap as well as www.funkydivashop.com
Tara

http://www.tarasweb.com

I have a gift basket business that specializes in Bath baskets and spa baskets if you could please email me with some more information about you supplies I would love to start working with you.

Thank you
Jennifer Pelkey
sweetsouthernbaskets@yahoo.com

Hello,
Take a look at this website www.taiwosoaps.com, she makes great quality handmadeskincare products. wholesale prices are available.

Ruby,
Please check your admin e-mail account. I just sent you an urgent message.

Vic
http://www.craftlobby.com

Hello Vic,
Sorry it took me a while to get to you. I was not able to retrieve the email you sent. Could you send it to regegbara@hotmail.com.

I really would appreciate it.

Thanks again Vic

How much do you usually charge for your homeade shampoo's conditioners? body lotions?

Thank you for inquiring. We do not make shampoos, but our lotions start at 8.99 retail price. You can view our website www.taiwosoaps.com.

Ruby

Vic,

I checked out your site and you have some very different scents at very good prices. My question is, do you know if your fragrance oils are gel safe? It doesn't really say........

>Vic,

>I checked out your site and you
>have some very different scents at
>very good prices. My question is,
>do you know if your fragrance
>oils are gel safe? It
>doesn't really say........

Yes. Almost all of our fragrances are gel safe. If you ever place an order, put a note about gel safe usage in the comments section and we will make not to ship any that might not be.

i think starting a small factory for such products,would work,you could sell on e bay.and sign up people to sell for you they could make some money.also work out a plan where they could get people to sell for them ,you know like am-way.and the other old fasion things

I posted to this question last year. Its good to see it still active!! Seems like many of us are interested in the fragrance and bath and body business.

One good marketing tip I learned being in this business is "samples are king." Hand out samples wherever you go. Have one attached to your business card. Your sample of your product is just as much a statement about your business, as your business card is. So if you sell candles, my idea would be to make up those little tea lites in your top selling scents and give those tea lites out with your business cards...like if you're in the check out counter at the grocery or in line at the bank. If your product is truly wonderful, you can't beat the impact of giving out samples.

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Hi,

I have had a candle business at a local fleamarket for the past four years and am about to open my own store in the next month. I can tell you that candles, especially designer gel candles and all natural soy candles sell BIG. The best advise I can give you is to do research online and do lots of experimentation before you put your product out with the public. Candles can be dangerous if you dont' know what you are doing because the fragrance that you put in them is pure oil, overscent and you can cause a fire. But it is all a matter of learning the proper way to do things. There are all sorts of sites online where you can research your craft and learn to do things the right way. I can point you in the right direction to some of these sites if you would like.

Good outlets to begin selling your products are local fleamarkets, if you have one in your area, or do small local festivals to introduce yourself to the community you will be selling in. Get your name out there by marching in local parades, most dont charge a fee. I pour tealights and hand them out in a small craft baggie with my business card and some candy for the kids. Everybody likes free stuff, and women LOVE candles! You could even get small tart molds (very inexpensive at local craft stores) and make small sample soaps to hand out. Samples are inexpensive and a good way to get your name out there. I carry samples in my purse ALL the time. If I go thru a fast food place I give the server a sample with my card. If I go to a restaurant I leave a sample with my tip. Sometimes I will write 10% off on your first purchase on the back of my business card.

Too much information? LOL I do get wordy, but I LOVE what I do, it is like playing every day I go to work. If you would like more help or information, please feel free to email me at CandlesbyAnne@aol.com. I would be glad to help you out in any way I can!

Anne

How can I have my own lotions, candles, oils, bath beads, soaps and fragrances, without having to manufacture them myself? I have a boutique and I would like to have something extra. I would love to have my products made in France, however I doubt this is possible. Could someone help me?
Patrice

I have found alot of useful info in this forum. I have a small natural product business selling soy candles and homemade oatmeal soap that actually sells really well. I dont have a website though and was interested in setting one up. I just dont underdtand how the whole website thing gets started or designed. any suggestions? also looking for wholesale supplier of soy wax and melt and pour soap bases.

Go to Yahoo site builder. It takes you through, step by step. I did mine all by myself. It is very time consuming, but fun. Go to regular Yahoo and ten more Yahoo, you should find the site builder. You will have get a webhosting account and domain name from Yahoo. Very easy to do. This is the cheapest, yet most effecient way to go. Hope this helps.