Love2Scent Posted October 27, 2008 Share Posted October 27, 2008 Do you guys list your soap ingredients on your website? I'm just curious. If you do why do you and if you don't, why don't you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissMary Posted October 27, 2008 Share Posted October 27, 2008 I list all B&B and if I get this soap right I will also. I'd hate for someone to pay shipping on a product, to get it and find out I've used something they might be allergic to - especially if I'm using an nut oils. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scent Cellar Posted October 27, 2008 Share Posted October 27, 2008 I definiately would say yes to this question. I would never order soap without ingredients being list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Love2Scent Posted October 27, 2008 Author Share Posted October 27, 2008 I'd hate for someone to pay shipping on a product, to get it and find out I've used something they might be allergic to - especially if I'm using an nut oils.See, that is why I listed all of mine. Well, that and the fact that I'm pretty darn proud of the good stuff I use. DH is having a cow about it. He thinks people will be able to figure out my recipe(s) from it. I tried (a BILLION different ways) to explain that even if they had my exact recipe that each person's product could still vary a bit. Not to mention that if I removed them and someone really wanted to copy a product they could just buy it and then....there are the ingredients on the label. He is driving me up the wall :rolleyes2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugar & Spice Dog Treats Posted October 27, 2008 Share Posted October 27, 2008 YEs...SOOOOO important YES...lolSo many customers have allergies, and if you don't list the ingredients not only could they have a severe allergic reaction (if they don't read the label when it comes)...but it could lead to a lawsuit ;(It's always a good idea to speak to a legal rep as well...they know all sorts of details we never think about Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted October 27, 2008 Share Posted October 27, 2008 I list all B&B and if I get this soap right I will also. I'd hate for someone to pay shipping on a product, to get it and find out I've used something they might be allergic to - especially if I'm using an nut oils.thank you - with my kids' tree nut and peanut allergies this is essential.if I'm not confident that there is a complete ingredient list on the web site I don't order. (and no, I'm not going to bother writing or calling) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted October 27, 2008 Share Posted October 27, 2008 I list, but I also list because I think it's more professional and shows I'm not trying to hide behind something I guess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sudsnwicks Posted October 28, 2008 Share Posted October 28, 2008 DH is having a cow about it. He thinks people will be able to figure out my recipe(s) from it. It would be hard to guess the correct proportions. Let's say the ingredient list is: coconut oil, palm oil, olive oil, shea butter, cocoa butter, castor oil. Well then it could be 50% coconut oil, 25% palm oil, 10% olive oil, 5% shea butter, 5% cocoa butter, 5% castor oil. Or it could be 20% coconut oil, 20% palm oil, 20% olive oil, 20% shea butter, 10% cocoa butter, 10% castor oil. Those are 2 rather different recipes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soycrazy Posted October 28, 2008 Share Posted October 28, 2008 I don't even bother with websites that don't list their ingredients that annoys the heck out of me, esp when you don't want certain things in something your buying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meridith Posted October 28, 2008 Share Posted October 28, 2008 See, that is why I listed all of mine. Well, that and the fact that I'm pretty darn proud of the good stuff I use. DH is having a cow about it. He thinks people will be able to figure out my recipe(s) from it. I tried (a BILLION different ways) to explain that even if they had my exact recipe that each person's product could still vary a bit. Not to mention that if I removed them and someone really wanted to copy a product they could just buy it and then....there are the ingredients on the label. He is driving me up the wall :rolleyes2With that line of thinking then any product that lists ingredients would have that concern. It isn't that easy to do since it won't list amounts and the process used. Some might be able to come close but only those that know what they are doing. But seriously, how many folks out there do you think have the time, know how and gumption to do that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lori640 Posted October 28, 2008 Share Posted October 28, 2008 Yes, I always look for ingredients on products, it is important to many people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrcr Posted October 28, 2008 Share Posted October 28, 2008 With that line of thinking then any product that lists ingredients would have that concern. It isn't that easy to do since it won't list amounts and the process used. Some might be able to come close but only those that know what they are doing. But seriously, how many folks out there do you think have the time, know how and gumption to do that?Anyone who could do that, probably wouldn't have to because if they are that experienced at soap making, they probably already have plenty of good recipes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meridith Posted October 28, 2008 Share Posted October 28, 2008 Anyone who could do that, probably wouldn't have to because if they are that experienced at soap making, they probably already have plenty of good recipes.You are more than likely correct there. The chances of someone doing this IMO are slim to none whether they have their own recipe or not. But it could happen even with someone that has their recipe should they like what you make. It would still be difficult to replicate though. Any product, regardless of the type of product, that lists ingredients will always have be open to someone trying to duplicate it. First thing that comes to mind was the email years ago that was supposedly some famous cookie recipe although the name (Mrs. Field's?) escapes me at the moment.ETA - yes I would list my ingredients on my website for a variety of reasons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndulgentCreations Posted October 29, 2008 Share Posted October 29, 2008 From experience & a soapmaker, you will cost yourself many valuable sales by not having them listed. It makes you look like you are trying to hide something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndulgentCreations Posted October 29, 2008 Share Posted October 29, 2008 Any product, regardless of the type of product, that lists ingredients will always have be open to someone trying to duplicate it. First thing that comes to mind was the email years ago that was supposedly some famous cookie recipe although the name (Mrs. Field's?) escapes me at the moment.You always see people trying to dupe B&BW, Body Shoppe, and Lush. A company comes out with something that sells (or a darn good sales pitch), someone will try to hop on the coat tails and ride along. It just happens....I'm just as guilty as the next...fragrances included. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adillenal Posted November 1, 2008 Share Posted November 1, 2008 I list ingredients. And I don't buy from places that don't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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