The Kinder Soap Company

I kid you not. I’ve experimented with it on myself, and I love the results—soft, quenched skin that may not need additional moisturizer afterward. Here are some of the main reasons why I’m so excited about cleansing my face this way:

• It’s fragrance, preservative, and colouring-free. Suitable even for the most sensitive of skin.
• It’s cheap! Well, compared to buying your usual cleansers from cosmetic companies and pharmacies anyway.
• I love the thought of how it nourishes your body, both inside and out.
• Effectively clears your skin of the heaviest makeup without the use of harsh chemicals

If you’re curious about how easy, effective, gentle and simply wonderful this oil can be for your skin and its cleansing routine, read on!

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The Kinder Soap Company wishes all Christian friends a blessed Christmas. And to one and all, may you find for yourselves a wellspring of lasting joy, peace and love this season that will carry you well into the new year ahead.

When I left my job as head of customer service at a local unit trust firm, I thought my days of occasionally pulling all-nighters were at an end.

Since yesterday, I’ve been working till about 2am to make batches of soap for a client, for whom I am really grateful. But gosh, I didn’t realise how tiring it would be! I’ve been on my feet all night ever since the kids went to bed, and having to draw out even more of myself after a full day of non-stop activity. Granted, it Was a beautiful day (lunch and laughter with a new-found friend, buying new bedsheets for the kids, flipping through Real Simple mags in a 3-hour wait to see my gynae).

But everyone has limits. And I think I’m pushing past mine. Whether it’s a good or bad thing, we’ll just have to see what I’m like in a few hours when the kids wake up. :”>

It’s been 19 days since my last post—I’m so sorry to have left you all news-less for over 2 weeks! Let me tell you about some shop updates with regards to Christmas gifts, and also about what’s been going on in the household with regards to new family members and what a typical day for me is like.

Okay firstly, I’ve been taking a few orders for Christmas gift sets, whether custom made or as listed here. Making gift baskets is so much fun, I don’t tire of putting them together and making each one unique! I’ll find the time to upload some photos of baskets that I have done.

(Also, big thank-yous to my customers who have been stocking up on their soap as part of their own routine purchases, you really help keep Kinder Soaps afloat! And I’m really glad to know that your skin conditions have improved as well.)

In other news, our newest family member would like to say hello. Meet Kacang, our beautiful, spirited Siamese Fighting Fish, otherwise known as betta splendens. He darts around his little tank perched on the shelf above my workstation so we keep each other company. He tells me when he’s hungry by swimming left and right repeatedly at the bottom of his tank, and swimming to the surface when I show him his jar of fish food. Smart little chappy.

I’ve been spending LOTS of time in the kitchen. Unfortunately not making soap, but churning out meals for the family as often as I can. Managing the household has been a challenge for my husband and me, but I reckon we’re getting into a comfortable routine these days. With the two kids there is no shortage of cleaning to do. Thankfully, Brandon is more than happy to help with some easier chores like loading up the washing machine and dryer so it keeps him happy, while Andrea is quite contented to empty my lingerie drawers and place her stickers all over the sofa. Stepping back and assessing my daily activities, it really looks like 24 hours of cooking and eating, interspersed with chasing after the kids, cleaning them and whatever else, and sleep.

On the even brighter side of it, I’ve been making stuff like vichyssoise, pumpkin soup, bak kut teh, pasta baskes, oatmeal and chocolate chip cookies… Here’s the spinach and cheese tart on a shortcrust pastry base that’s going on the table tonight for dinner. Cooking is a big effort for me, but the results are always worth it. Plus I know there aren’t any funny ingredients going into what my family eats.

And finally, here’s a shot of Andrea at play, just for fun.

Ah, Life.

Just when I thought things were settling down after my mother’s passing, our maid tried to run away a few days ago. After sending her back to the agency, and without a viable replacement in sight for at least 3 months, my husband and I have been neck deep with house chores and managing the kids. The initial 2 days were madness but we’re getting used to all the juggling now.

So I think up till early next year it doesn’t look like I’ll be able to run any bazaar stalls for Kinder Soaps. I’ll miss meeting you all in person. But I’ll still be taking orders over the phone and through this website, so don’t worry if you need to restock your soap supplies, or even make that Christmas hamper you’ve been thinking about.

Another reason why I have to slow down a little is because I’m expecting baby number 3. :”> I’m about 9 weeks along now so managing energy levels is a tricky business at the moment. And it’s also interesting (and amusing) how some essential oils that I used to like now make me feel like throwing up.

Ah, Life. You take care now, and have a wonderful week ahead.

My mom has finally gone to be with the Lord, breathing her last yesterday evening. While she will be dearly missed, we feel even more grateful that she no longer suffers and is in a far better place now.

Thank you for your kind thoughts and prayers.

Just a quick announcement that Kinder Soaps will be setting up shop at the Square Market, Bangsar Village II 3rd Floor this Saturday and Sunday. In addition to my regular goodies, look out for special clearance prices on my gourmet soap!

I have decided not to set up booth at this weekend’s bazaar at Bangsar Village II. We have a family crisis—my mother is critically ill and is being rushed home tonight from Singapore after undergoing surgery there. Her cancer seems to have caused more complications and doctors have indicated that there’s not much else they can do to help.

So I’d like to have this time to spend with her and my family instead.

I’m sorry if this causes anyone any inconvenience. The online store is always open so please feel free to browse here. Do take care, everyone, and have a good weekend.

I know most of us are tied up with work, family and everything else that life throws at us. But that doesn’t mean that we necessarily have to neglect looking after our skin. Today I’ll share with you a 1-minute, dead simple recipe for a facial and body exfoliant that I personally use to enjoy skin that’s soft, supple and glowing. Let’s get going!

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Thank you to all those who tried, bought and loved my whipped cocoa body butter that was scented with peppermint essential oil. I’ve only got 1 more jar left in stock—thanks to the very enthusiastic Shelly, Melanie and colleagues!

From your very helpful feedback on this, particularly from those who have eczema, I am definitely going to put together an unscented version of the body butter, as well as one that contains roman chamomile and lavender essential oils for those who want an additional soothing component to their body butters.

Both of these are especially intended to help those with severe eczema, though of course everyone else (with the exception of very young children, under 3 years of age as cocoa butter may be too heavy an oil for their skin). Chamomile and lavender essential oils are commonly used to soothe inflamed skin, and I myself am using this blend to control my occasional, mild eczema flare-ups.

I should have these ready for sale this weekend at Bangsar Village II. If the curiosity of your olfactory and tactile senses have been tickled, do come over to my booth and test the body butters for yourself to see (and feel!) if they really can make a difference for your skin.