Product notes

All our products are made with natural ingredients and are without chemical preservatives, quite like fresh food. All of our ingredients are sourced from reliable suppliers who use sustainable practices. Most of our oils are obtained through cold process extraction, a method that maintains the fullest medicinal value of each plant. Our ingredients are pure, simple, and recognizably from the earth. No chemical cleansers, no sodium lauryl sulfate, no parabens, synthetics, or fragrances.

We are constantly making Mater products, in a rotation of small batches, to ensure that the you are getting the freshest and maximum medicinal potency. It is best to use our products right away. Storing all products out of direct sun exposure and out of direct water contact will ensure longevity.

  • Bar soap should be used within 6-8 months for freshness and, when in use, stored in a draining dish.

  • Our liquid soap has a shelf life of 2 years.

  • Mater Serum, Balm and Salt Soak should be used within 8 months.

We advise our customers to read labels to check for ingredients you may be allergic to. Always do a small patch skin test to see if you have any reactions. Never use products in the eye area or internally. If concerned, always consult your doctor.

We have been members of the Handcrafted Soap & Cosmetic Guild for 9 years and are certified with Leaping Bunny.

Our Packaging

We try to use as minimal packaging as possible, as well as refill containers to minimize waste. Please reuse your glass either by refilling with our refill options or repurposing (our salt soak jar is a great container for notions).

We ship your products with recycled paper and cardboard, biodegradable packing peanuts (when necessary) and occasionally recycled bubble wrap. You may dispose of your packing peanuts by composting them, dissolving them under water in your sink or reusing them.

We have mindful studio practices in regards to waste of water, energy and materials. We reuse packaging material as we can and ask that you do too. We make lunch together in our studio to minimize single use food packaging but also for midday pleasure.

Product Recommendations

Any plant-based non-synthetic liquid soap will congeal at the spout. Just clear away any blockage by hand or by a controlled press of the pump. Our liquid soap pumps may arrive pressurized by travel, direct sunlight and occasional atmospheric shifts. You can solve this problem by unscrewing the pump top and releasing the pressure. Make sure to keep it out of sunlight.

Contact us if this doesn’t solve your problem at hello@matersoap.com.

Once the product is delivered and in your care, Mater Soap is no longer responsible for any breakage. Please treat all products carefully, especially items in glass.