Hi Jeanne,
Just saw your post, I'm in my busy season at work so it's hard for me to browse.
I have been soaping going on 4 years. My biggest seller is Oatmeal soap, it is great for acne, psoriasis, etc but can be drying due to the exfoliation. I scent mine with OMH fragrance oil, and even add a little extra to it. I also use the soap base from
www.sficcorp.com. I also buy it in large quantities and sell it to fellow soapers to help offset all of our costs. I am working on having my own site soon, for supplies. I buy in large quantities of frag oils, bottles and jars, and soap and lotion base. And my shipping prices are lower than anyone else's, I take alot of pride in that! Of course, I work for a direct mail service everyday, so that helps alot with shipping:)) Lotion is alot of fun to make, too and sells very well. If you would like to email me privately, feel free and I can send you a list of supplies, as well as supply references. I have alarge number of fellow soapers who buy from me.
WSP is a great compant to order from, as well. They have a great product and a good price, and are very nice people to deal with .
Back to the sfic soap base, they have been in business for 35 years, their soap has excellent lather, and they make a great product. My sales TRIPLED after switching to their base. I always suggest the honey base if the Oatmeal is too drying to people.
Anyway, best of luck, I try to visit this board as often as possible but work long hours. If you have any questions, please feel free to write! Libby