Introduction and Welcome!!!

 



Hi, I am Surabhi, a soap crafter.

I craft customized designer bathing luxuries that are free from harmful chemicals and preservatives. I use natural ingredients and certified organic additives.

I am a Post Graduate in Special Education, certified Montessorian and a certified Skin Care Formulator. I have been a Special Educator & Teacher trainer till 2016, and had to leave my job to support my Son (who is on the Autism Spectrum) fulltime so he could comfortably navigate his journey into a mainstream Education System. From 2016 till 2018 I tried very hard to find an occupation that could merge well with my current occupation of Shadowing my son to school and taking him for all his therapies. It was in January 2018 that I found my calling. I discovered Soapcraft when I was looking for Magnesium Soaps as part of a recommendation from a therapist who recommended Camel Milk Soaps infused with Magnesium Salt to sooth my Son’s nerves & work on his anxiety. After my Son gave favorable response, I extended my service to other parents of Special children who needed Magnesium Soaps, gradually diversifying my range to cater to more mainstream concerns like acne prone, tan removing and anti aging skin care apart from designer soaps. I took many training courses from Established Cosmetic Chemists and Skin care formulators and eventually acquired my Skin Care Formulation Diploma from Institute of Cosmetic Science - NIFDTB Academy. Suramya Skin and Hair Care Essentials is a start up established in 2020 that makes customized Artisanal Skin and Hair care solutions, catering to clients across age groups, across India.

Comments

  1. LuckySeptember 18, 2020 at 10:09 PM

    Just read your story... yes life is tough but it offers you choices .... I wish you good luck

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  2. Anu MishraSeptember 19, 2020 at 6:57 AM

    Very inspiring Surabhi....your jouney is a study book ....keep on with this inspiring journey and keep adding pages to your life book

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  3. Dr. Shalika MalviyaSeptember 19, 2020 at 11:52 AM

    To have known you since we were 10yrs old, and to be a part of your journey has been an absolute honour. I have actually seen you take every challenge life throws at you and turn it into an opportunity! Your strength and wisdom have been a source of solace to me in my difficult times too. As for your soaps, i have been using them since 2018, and am so in love with them! The newest addition to your repertoire is the lip balms...the Rose oil one has me addicted forever! Love you for who you are...and love you for being my friend.

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