Back in 2010, we had one simple goal: make Christmas gifts that wouldn't end up in someone's regift pile.
At the time, gift cards felt a little... well... boring. So we decided to try our hand at making handmade soap for our coworkers, family, and friends. We figured if things went horribly wrong, at least everyone would have something to wash their hands with.
To our surprise, everyone loved them.
Then the questions started...
"Can you make lotion?"
"What about bath bombs?"
"Do you have something for beards?"
"Can my dog smell this good too?"
Our answer was almost always, "We haven't yet...but give us a minute."
Before long, our little Christmas gift experiment had completely taken over our lives... in the best possible way.
Today, we make everything from handmade soaps, bath bombs, bath salts, body lotions, lotion candles, body sprays, lip balms, and plenty of other goodies that make gift-giving ridiculously easy (or make it really hard to give away because you'll want to keep them for yourself).
And because we firmly believe self-care isn't just for the ladies, we've got the guys covered too. Whether you're rocking a mountain-man beard, a perfectly groomed masterpiece, or a baby-smooth shave, we've created beard oils, beard balms, shave soaps, aftershaves, and our Men's Maintenance Kits to keep every face looking its best.
Fast forward a few years, and what started in our home has grown into a full-blown soap obsession. You can now visit us at 104 S. Main Street in China Grove, North Carolina, find our products in hundreds of retail locations across the country, or shop online anytime (yes...even while wearing pajamas).
One warning before you visit...
You'll probably spend way longer smelling everything than you planned.
With hundreds of fragrances to explore, choosing just one favorite is nearly impossible. (Don't worry—we still can't do it either.)
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Whether you're searching for the perfect gift, your next favorite candle, or a soap that makes your shower smell amazing, we're so glad you're here.
Come by, say hello, smell absolutely everything, and see why we've been happily helping people smell better since 2010.
We can't wait to welcome you into the Old Town Soap Co. family!
Not a whiff of patchouli at first - and not overpowering
Patchouli oil alone can be very strong, especially if applied near the head or excessively. This product at first does not seem like it has any patchouli. It comes on very subtly. That’s a really good indicator to me (having used patchouli for years) that these folks know what they’re doing. Highly recommend giving it a shot.
Hi Louie, thank you so much for your thoughtful review of our Patchouli Beard Balm! We're delighted that the scent comes on subtly and isn't overpowering. Your years of experience with patchouli mean a lot to us, and we're glad our blend met your expectations. If you ever have any questions about picking out any other scents, please don't hesitate to give us a ring. We'd love to help you find your next favorite! Thank you for recommending it and for supporting our small business. We sincerely appreciate you, Beth
Hi Madison, thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review of our Bay Rum Beard Oil! We’re thrilled to hear that your husband loves it and enjoys its long-lasting scent. We truly appreciate your support of our small business. Have a wonderful day, Beth
Hi Patricia, thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review of our Midnight Pomegranate Wax Melts! We’re thrilled to hear that your product arrived in excellent shape. We appreciate your support of our small business. Let us know when you'd like help picking your next favorite scent. We're here to help! Have a wonderful day, Beth
This was purchased for my grandson who will be born March 27th.
Hi Bridget, congratulations on the upcoming addition to your family! We're so glad you chose our shampoo bar. Wishing your grandson a healthy and happy start in life! Thank you for supporting our small business, Beth