Our Story
As we pass our 12th year in business
we reflect back to our start in July, 1997 when our main
offerings were soaps and lotion sticks. We have grown
so much more and have created different kinds of products.
In 2005 we shortened our name from Iowa Natural Soapworks
to Iowa Naturals since we are not just about soap anymore.
And you, our customers, have overwhelmingly embraced those
changes with your acceptance of our newest products. As
we update our website let us assure you that you have won
our deepest appreciation. Without your support we could
not do what we love to do—make the best performing
products for you—a win-win situation! And
we are humbled as we fill each and every order. We
hope to be able to do that for a very long time.
Our first line of handmade soaps debuted
in 1997 with thirteen scents. Since then we've grown every
year adding new soap scents to our line. Now we have between
thirty and forty varieties available at any time and an array
of complimentary care products. We continuously research
and experiment, striving to develop fresh, quality scents
and products.
So how did this all get started?
"While attending an herbal fest
at a speciality growers market I passed by a soap vendor
and purchased two bars. I had no intentions of trying to
make it – couldn’t care less at that point. I
found that I really enjoyed using the soaps, the scents and
how moisturizing they were. And what a special thing! I felt
pampered! While on vacation with a friend I came across Susan
Miller Cavitch’s book, The Natural Soap Book. It took
several months of looking at this book, picking it up to
read now and then, before I decided to make some soap. My
first batch was awful! Crumbly, dry, not good smelling. From
there I was totally intrigued collecting all the information
I could find on the subject, studying a lot and researching.
Eventually I got to the point that I really liked what I
made but you can only use so much soap. My interest grew
and grew and here I am today – seven years in business.
What keeps me going are all the positive comments from people
using my products. I love what I do!!!"
Jill Sidney
Founder & Soapmaker
Iowa Natural Soapworks |
