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The Secret of the suederei Natural Soaps

Ein Stück Naturseife aus der suederei

Hello! Great to have you here on this blog!

Because personal contact with suppliers is very important to me, I regularly visit selected manufacturers to get an on-site impression. This leads to many exciting encounters, and I always learn something new. If you'd like to learn more about the suederei soap manufactory and natural soaps, then take a moment to read my article.

Who and what is suederei?

Claudia is the founder of suederei. She completed training as a herbalist and thus discovered her passion for natural cosmetics. The production of natural soaps, in particular, captivated her. For her partner Roger, who has a background in business administration, it quickly became clear that Claudia's passion as a hobby would become too expensive. "If you have a passion and can create something beautiful with it, then the best thing is to share it with as many people as possible." Thus, suederei was founded in December 2015. Roger initially stayed at his existing job and supported Claudia so she could fully dedicate herself to her soap art. In the meantime, he has also fully joined the business, strengthening the vision to produce and sell the best natural soaps in Switzerland. Good teamwork is a decisive factor for the two of them. Their mutual support, the use of their individual strengths and abilities, and the courage they give each other consistently advance their project. More flowery

What is natural soap?

Ein Tisch voll mit Naturseifen aus der suederei

During my visit, Roger took a lot of time to answer my questions. I was particularly interested in what defines natural soap and how it differs from regular soap. I learned that the ingredients in natural soap are not boiled above 40 degrees Celsius. This preserves the many nourishing ingredients. Especially the high content of natural glycerin, which is produced during the saponification process of vegetable fats and oils, makes the difference from conventional soap. Glycerin is a beneficial moisturizer for the skin. This valuable glycerin is often skimmed off in industrial soap production to refine high-end cosmetic products. In addition, conventional soaps often contain petroleum-based surfactants, preservatives, or synthetic fragrances and colorants. Natural soap thus offers us the opportunity to care for our skin in a healthy way and to nourish it with rich care substances of natural origin.

The secret of suederei natural soap

After an extensive conversation with Roger, we head to Claudia in the most important rooms of the suederei, where she creates, boils, and stores her soaps. Here, you meet a person who is truly in her element. Claudia tells me more about herself and her work:

"I am a herbalist who loves working with raw materials from nature. Soap making is ancient and an important part of my life. It requires a lot of peace and concentration. When I make soap, it's 'my moment.' I am 100% present and only make soap. Sometimes I get goosebumps. To avoid distractions, I always work alone when boiling. In the production process, I am connected to the soap. I wish that people would always feel this connection when they experience their own shower moment with the soap and reconnect with themselves and nature."

As I listen to Claudia, a pleasant shiver runs through my body. Feeling her passion for natural soaps so intimately touched me deeply. Now I understand her company motto even better: "suederei - for you and your nature."

The Production

Claudia von der suederei bei der Seifenherstellung

For the suederei soaps, only the highest quality and purest natural ingredients are used. Another special feature of the soaps is the unique manufacturing process. The exact recipe, of course, remains Claudia's secret. However, she reveals to me that she pours the multi-colored soaps in an elaborate process, using self-developed molds. This creates unique patterns and a fantastic play of colors in each piece of soap. Many have already discovered ghosts, fairies, elves, and other creatures in a suederei soap.

The Path to Self-Employment

Claudia also shares with me the most important lesson from her journey with the suederei so far: "If you have an idea that won't let go of you, then find the courage to start something of your own, even if that means letting go of a great job and the associated security. Even if the path is arduous, it's worth continuing. Today, without my business, something important would be missing from my life." From my own experience with the Wert&Voll Online Shop, I can very well relate to what she is talking about and can only recommend that you take her words to heart!

My conclusion

Natural soaps from the suederei are truly unique and sustainable soaps, made and distributed by two wonderful people. For the future, Claudia and Roger wish for a constant natural growth of suederei. I am sure that this will succeed, as more and more people are discovering the benefits of natural soaps and switching to this plastic-free and sustainable alternative. I myself love this simplicity in the shower. One bar for the body, one for the hair. An incredible yet subtle scent that surrounds me and a moment just for myself. Simply priceless!

Let yourself be captivated by the variety of soaps from suederei and find the perfect soap for your very personal moment. Click here for the suederei soaps…

Thank you for your time and attention!

Your Mika

Frequently Asked Questions

The most important answers at a glance. You can find all questions on our FAQ page.

What are your shipping costs and from what order value do you offer free shipping?

We deliver free of charge for purchases of CHF 99.- or more. Below that, you pay a flat rate per parcel: CHF 8.- with B-Post or CHF 10.- with A-Post. Orders containing only gift cards are always free of shipping costs. There is no minimum order quantity.

How long will it take for my order to arrive?

We ship your goods within 1-3 business days. How quickly the package arrives after that depends on the postal service. We cannot be held liable for delayed deliveries by the postal service. The invoice is enclosed in a paper envelope attached to the package.

Can I order on account?

Yes, purchase on account is possible and processed through POWERPAY. You will need a valid email address for this, and the invoice will come directly from POWERPAY. It is payable within 14 days at no extra cost.

How do I configure the engraving?

Via the "Configure Engraving" button on the product page. There you enter what you want to engrave: names, texts or sayings, as well as the font and, if desired, a symbol. For lunch boxes, the engraving is placed on the lid. Engraving is done permanently by laser.

Can I return an engraved product if I don't like it?

No. Personalized products with engravings are excluded from the 30-day return policy. For all products without engravings, the 30-day return policy applies, as long as they are returned without signs of use and with intact packaging. Therefore, please double-check the spelling, names, and symbols before ordering.

How long is the warranty and what does it cover?

The product pages state a 2-year warranty. An exchange is possible in case of obvious transport damage or a manufacturing defect. We will handle communication with the manufacturer for you, so you don't have to worry about it. After return and inspection, you will receive a free replacement immediately.

Wo werden unsere Lunchboxen hergestellt?

Unsere Edelstahl-Lunchboxen werden in China hergestellt. Wir würden gerne in Europa produzieren lassen, haben bisher aber keinen geeigneten Hersteller gefunden, der unsere Anforderungen erfüllt.

Wichtig sind uns neben der Qualität auch faire Arbeitsbedingungen und eine möglichst umweltschonende Produktion. Unser Hersteller wird im Rahmen von amfori BSCI unabhängig überprüft. Das uns vorliegende Audit bestätigt unter anderem, dass keine Kinderarbeit festgestellt wurde und die Mitarbeitenden zu fairen Bedingungen angestellt sind.

Wie sieht es mit dem CO₂-Fussabdruck aus?

Die Herstellung und der Transport einer 800-ml-Lunchbox verursachen nach unserer Schätzung rund 2 kg CO₂e. Das entspricht ungefähr 13 Kilometern Autofahrt mit einem Dieselauto oder den CO₂-Emissionen bei der Verbrennung von 640 Gramm Plastik.

Was viele überrascht: Der grösste Teil der Emissionen entsteht bei der Herstellung des Edelstahls, nicht beim Transport. Bei See- und Bahntransporten macht dieser nur einen vergleichsweise kleinen Anteil aus. Deshalb ist die Entfernung zum Herstellungsland für den CO₂-Fussabdruck weniger entscheidend, als man vielleicht denkt. Viel wichtiger sind die Produktionsbedingungen, der verwendete Strom und der Recyclinganteil des Edelstahls.

Am wichtigsten ist für uns die Langlebigkeit: Unsere Lunchboxen können über viele Jahre oder sogar Jahrzehnte verwendet werden und dabei zahlreiche Einwegverpackungen ersetzen.

Nachhaltigkeit bedeutet für uns, hochwertige Produkte möglichst lange zu nutzen – unabhängig davon, wo sie hergestellt werden.

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