MEET THE FOUNDER

 

Kumusta po (hello / hola)! I'm Emlyn, founder and "Soap Lady" of Solid Soaps. My journey began in 2013 with a simple desire to create heartfelt, consumable, and practical Christmas gifts. I bought a melt-and-pour kit from the craft store, and I cut out fun shapes with cookie cutters. I made John a T-rex soap with a red heart. :)First soap ever made


Solid Soaps came to life in April 2018 when I opened my Etsy shop. Then in April 2021, I stepped fully into small-business ownership, concluding my career as a clinical nurse specialist in general cardiology and heart failure. As much as I loved my job and cardiac patients, I felt like I was ready to do something different. Circumstances at work made 2021 the perfect opportunity. 

Each soap bar is created using the cold process method, phthalate-free fragrances and essential oils, natural colorants and botanicals, and vegan ingredients. I design every product with simplicity and quality in mind, and I'm considerate about minimizing waste in my production and packaging. 

In 2025, I officially launched the Solid Soaps Filipino Heritage Collection inspired by the scents, flavors, and memories of my Filipino-American upbringing. Calamansi, Buko Pandan, Sampaguita... each scent is a nostalgic tribute to my roots and a way to share a little piece of my heritage through soap and candles.

Fall 2026: Solid Soaps is taking a siesta while my family and I live in SPAIN for 2 years! Though the online shop, workshops, and popups/markets may be on temporary pause, I will take this time to refine the brand, learn new things, and likely bring a Spanish flair to my products! Following along our journey on Instagram: @solid.soaps.

Solid Soaps fist The idea behind the name, Solid Soaps, is from a doodle I made in 2008 while waiting for John to finish work! It’s of my right hand (because I’m left handed).

Solid Soaps transforms an everyday task into a luxurious ritual, making each bar a thoughtful, practical, and beautifully consumable gift. Thank you for allowing my work to be part of your daily routine.

Besos, Emlyn

P.S.: I invite you to explore my awards and press page! I've never been on TV or in print until I founded Solid Soaps, so I'm mighty excited to share these milestones with you.