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Earth & Essence: Cold Process Soapmaking
Price
$129 per person
Duration
2 Hours
Recommended Dress
Long Sleeve Shirt
Additional Details
Guests will be given PPE such as an apron, protective gown, eyewear and gloves for this experience.
Experience
Unlock your creativity and dive into the timeless craft of cold process soap making. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore the science of saponification and learn how to transform natural ingredients into luxurious, skin-nourishing soaps. From mastering essential techniques to experimenting with custom scents, colors, and textures, you’ll gain the skills to create beautiful, handcrafted bars from scratch. Leave with your own artisanal soaps and the confidence to continue creating at home.
Itinerary
Meet the Maker
Begin with an introduction to your artisan soapmaker and an overview of the craft.
The Science of Clean
Learn the fundamentals of the cold-process techniques in a guided session.
Crafting with Intention
Mix, scent, and pour your soaps using local herbs, essential oils, and a touch of your own creativity.
Alila Moments
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Coldstream Bliss: A Big Sur Ritual
Hike through Big Sur's majestic redwoods to a secluded forest spot for a cold plunge that awakens your senses, leaving you feeling refreshed, energized, and deeply alive.
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Crafting Nature's Edge—A Knife-Making Journey in Big Sur
Craft your own knife from start to finish in this hands-on workshop. Shape your custom handle, pair it with a pre-forged blade, and create a tool—and a memory—you’ll carry for life.
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Harvest & Share—A Communal Experience
Lend your hands to the land and your heart to the community. Harvest the season's bounty from our gardens, and help support The Big Share—a local initiative feeding and strengthening the Big Sur community.