I mix any strong orange and patchouli. It is wonderful and very popular. I change the name. In the spring it was Orange Blitz. Nearing fall it is Touchdown.
there are many great scents out there. Make sure that they are body safe. Brambleberry has tested all of their fragrances in soap. Oregon Trails does the same. They both have a lot of info on their sites. They both have fragrance oils and essential oils.
I make them. I use Merino Wool. It is anti-bacterial. It never gets dirty. It suds the minute water hits it. It is great for people who have a hard time holding on to slippery soap. It lasts a very long time. The wool shrinks as the soap shrinks. They are not fast sellers as they are so different. People who buy them, like them however.
I, also live in Tennessee. For butters and oils, you can't beat Columbus Foods, Soapers Choice for prices on shipping and speed of delivery. They are great.
Some people will always love vanilla. The one that I have found that the vanilla lovers love is Vannilla Select from Brambleberry. It is very strong. I have used it in bath and body products.