Today we’d like to introduce you to Tiffany Baker

Hi Tiffany, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.

In 2020, during the pandemic, I experienced a harrowing miscarriage. Despite the profound emotional distress, my family urged me to continue moving forward. To help myself cope, I turned to soap-making, a hobby I had picked up about a year prior. Making soap proved to be a therapeutic escape from my depression, bringing me joy and anticipation to share my creations. As I showcased my soaps on social media, friends began to show interest in purchasing them. Initially, I gave them away, but with support from my family and husband, I decided to start selling them through auction-style posts on my personal Facebook page.

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?

Our business journey has not been easy; it has been filled with learning experiences and challenges. It’s crucial to learn from failures, as I believe they provide invaluable lessons. For instance, during the Valentine season of 2021, we faced a significant issue due to improper ventilation and temperature control in our soap storage area. This led to the soap sweating and becoming aesthetically unappealing, resulting in a considerable loss. However, this experience taught us the importance of maintaining low temperatures and using fans and dehumidifiers in our soap storage area to prevent such issues in the future.

Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?

I’m a proud registered Choctaw Artist from Central California. I pour my heart into crafting good-for-you Soap-art and other Bath and Body products, one day at a time. My roots and culture are at the heart of my creations. After all, knowing where you come from is essential to understanding who you are and where you’re headed.

My work has been featured by the high-end craft provision company Brambleberry for Native American Heritage month and featured by Bold Journey, CavasRebel both online magazines. BBS soap has found a home in the prestigious Choctaw Cultural Center and the Tribal Headquarters in Durant, Oklahoma. Additionally, I’ve had the honor of teaching soap-making in an American Indian Educational Program, further connecting with my roots and community. That is something I’m super proud of!

What sort of changes are you expecting over the next 5-10 years?

I foresee significant changes in our industry over the next 5 to 10 years, especially with the growing trend towards natural and organic ingredients. However, it is important to exercise caution, as claims of products being natural or organic can be misleading and subject to varying interpretations. BBS opts out of using these terms due to their ambiguity and the potential for misinterpretation.

Additionally, I anticipate our industry will become more regulated, aligning more closely with European standards. In Europe, for example, soaps that resemble food are prohibited, and all soap recipes must be approved by a government agency. Such regulations could enhance product safety and quality, ultimately benefiting both consumers and businesses. It will be more expensive, but it will also be safer.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.theBBsoapery.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bakers.bars.soapery?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BakersBars?mibextid=LQQJ4d
• Other: https://www.tiktok.com/@bakers.bars.soapery?_t=8oSf3RVDoGR&_r=1