Soapmaking is an art. And like any art, it evolves.
At Suffuse, my journey with soap design competitions isn't driven by the desire to win or outdo others. It’s about one thing: pushing my own boundaries.
Each challenge I participate in—whether it’s a swirling technique, color palette, or concept theme—gives me an opportunity to learn something new. To try what I haven’t before. To fail sometimes. And to come back better. It’s a practice of both humility and growth.
Growth Through Challenge
Soap design competitions inspire me to step outside my comfort zone. They encourage experimentation with structure, layering, fluidity, and texture in ways that regular production doesn’t always allow.
But most importantly, they keep me curious. They keep me learning. And in soapmaking, I truly believe—the learning never ends.
It’s Not About Winning
Yes, it’s lovely when a design is recognized. But for me, the real win is in mastering a new swirl, discovering how a pigment behaves, or understanding a technique better than I did yesterday. I’m always competing with the person I was the last time I poured.
Why This Matters for You
My customers may never see the dozens of test batches or late-night re-pours behind the scenes—but they do benefit from the result. Every challenge makes me a better soapmaker. And every bar that leaves my studio carries a little more intention, a little more skill, and a little more joy than the last.
Because at Suffuse, we don’t just make soap—we grow with it.
Follow my journey on Instagram or drop by the next exhibition to see some of my competition pieces in person.