Behind Our Mission: Making Chemistry Transparent, Sustainable, and Safe in Indiana
At The Clean Chemist in Avon, Indiana, we believe that understanding ingredients is key to making skin-safe, sustainable choices. From essential oils to fragrance compounds, we break down the science to help you navigate your skincare routines with confidence. Because clean chemistry means healthy, happy skin — without the confusion.
Bar Soap vs. Body Wash: Why the Bar Wins for the Planet
Bar soap beats body wash — and science proves it. In this post, we break down the environmental impact of bar soap vs. liquid body wash and explain why switching to our handmade bars in Avon, Indiana, is a small change that makes a big difference.
Fragrance Oils vs. Essential Oils: What’s Really in Your Soap’s Scent?
Discover the science behind soap scents, from essential oils to synthetic fragrances, and how to spot allergens in your skincare.
Lye in Soap: Dangerous or Necessary?
Lye may sound scary, but it's a vital part of soap making. This post explains how sodium hydroxide transforms oils into soap through saponification—and why there’s no lye left in the final product. Learn the science behind clean, safe, and skin-loving bars.
Fatty Acids & Glycerol: The Molecular Magic Behind Soap
Discover what’s really inside the oils and butters used in cold process soap-making. In this post from The Clean Chemist, we break down the molecular structure of oils—specifically triglycerides, glycerol, and fatty acids—to explain how they transform into soap through saponification. Learn how different oil compositions affect lather, conditioning, and cleansing, and why we choose sustainably sourced ingredients like RSPO Certified palm oil. Perfect for soap enthusiasts, ingredient-conscious consumers, and anyone curious about the science behind their skincare.
What Are Chemicals? Debunking the “Chemical-Free” Myth
What are chemicals? And why are we so worried about them?