Cold Process Soap, Explained: What ‘Small Batch’ Really Means

Cold process soap is made by combining oils and lye to create a bar that cures over time. Here’s what that means—and why small-batch matters.

What is cold process soap?

Cold process is a traditional method where the soap is poured into molds and then cured. The cure time helps create a harder bar and a more luxurious lather.

Why we cure for at least eight weeks

A longer cure allows excess water to evaporate and the bar to become milder and longer-lasting. It’s one of the biggest differences you’ll feel in the shower.

What ‘small batch’ means at NOVI

Small batch means we make soap in limited runs so we can control quality, refine each formula, and keep every bar consistent.

Small batch isn’t a buzzword—it’s how we protect the experience of every bar.