KIND soap company was born of a personal desire to use the very best, most luxurious, most natural bath and body products on myself and my family's sensitive skin.
After searching most of my life for skin care and bath and body products that would not irritate my skin, I realized through trial and error that synthetic fragrance, sulfates, and many other "known skin irritants" were in the products that consistently made my skin mad. Digging deeper into the science, chemistry, and formulations of products out on the market, it wasn't just my skin that was mad! I was shocked by how many respected companies were using "known skin irritants" in products because they are cheaper than the safe alternatives. (see KIND to your skin)
It was at this point that I started researching the how-to's of making my own products. My son had just developed eczema, so that was where I started - I set out to create natural remedy for him and his itchy, red skin. One thing led to another and a passion was born.
I decided that if I was going to jump in head first and start a company, I was going to do it right- from the very beginning. Not only would I create a better product, but I would do everything in my power to lessen the burden of waste on our environment. I would make sure that every product, process, and package was as recyclable, biodegradable, sustainable, eco-friendly, or "green" as possible. (see KIND to the earth)
Besides pledging to always be honest and decent to my customers, I felt like it would be easy to build in a charitable donation to every product, and it was! - we donate 10 cents from every product sold in addition to several other charitable endeavors. (see KIND to others)
The word "KIND" seemed to really sum up what I wanted this company to be about - it's a word and sentiment that seems a bit old-fashioned, but hopefully my little company can do it's part to bring kindness back into our daily lives, and maybe even set a good example for the companies out there that have lost their way.
KIND soap company will always be three things... Kind to your skin, Kind to the earth, and Kind to others. By following these three principals, I have created a line of products that I am not only proud of, but also thoroughly enjoy using on myself and my family. I look forward to reaching even more people in the years to come, and to continue doing what I can to make the world a better place- one bar of soap at a time.
Kindly,
Jean Scholtes
owner, KIND soap company
