Bottle a rich, creamy foaming hand soap — just add a touch of fragrance.
what you'll need
- Foaming Hand Soap Base
- Fragrance oil of your choice
- Foaming pump bottles only (standard pumps will not work)
- Measuring tools
- Labels
step-by-step instructions
- Step 1. Measure 15.92 oz of Foaming Hand Soap Base into a container.
- Step 2. Add up to 0.5% fragrance oil (0.08 oz for a 16 oz batch). Use detergent-compatible oils.
- Step 3. Stir gently until fully blended — do not create excessive foam during mixing.
- Step 4. Bottle into foaming pump dispensers only. Standard lotion pumps will not produce foam.
- Step 5. Label with ingredients and your brand. Test one pump before filling a full production run.
example batch
For Makers: Add up to 0.5% detergent-compatible fragrance oil to the base. Mix gently until fully blended. Bottle into foaming dispensers only. Example: 15.92 oz base + 0.08 oz fragrance oil = 16 oz finished soap (0.5% fragrance load). For End Users: Pump into wet hands. Lather for 20 seconds. Rinse thoroughly. Safe for frequent use..
pro tips for makers
- Foaming soap uses less product per wash — customers love the value and your margins stay high.
- Only 0.5% fragrance is needed — the base is designed for low load with strong scent perception.
- Spa, citrus, and seasonal scents (peppermint for holidays) are top sellers.
- Offer refill pouches — foaming soap customers reorder frequently.
why this base works
- Strong, creamy foam designed for foaming pump dispensers
- Sulfate-free, PEG-free, and dye-free formula
- Skin-friendly and low-sensitizing
- Accepts up to 0.5% fragrance oil
common questions
Can I use regular pump bottles?
No — you must use foaming pump dispensers designed for aerating liquid soap.
Why is the fragrance load so low?
Foaming soap is used on skin — 0.5% keeps it gentle while still delivering noticeable scent.
Is this sulfate-free?
Yes — sulfate-free, PEG-free, and dye-free formula safe for frequent hand washing.
Ready to start making? Grab your base and a fragrance oil to match.