Agarwood has long been revered as the wood that carries both soul and scent — a natural treasure born from transformation, endurance, and time. For centuries, its aroma has graced temples, royal courts, healing rituals, and personal sanctuaries. But beyond perfumes and incense, agarwood holds a deeper, gentler magic: the ability to elevate simple daily rituals into moments of pure serenity.
The Agarwood Soap & Bath Artistry Workshop brings this ancient essence into the modern self-care landscape. Here, bath and body products are not merely crafted — they are composed like tactile perfumes, designed to cleanse, soothe, and reawaken the senses.
Rooted in botanical science and inspired by traditional wellness practices, this workshop teaches the alchemy of turning raw agarwood into luxurious artisanal bath creations. Participants learn how to blend hydrosols, essential oils, plant butters, natural pigments, and exfoliants into soaps and bath products that honor both skin health and sensory pleasure.
At its core, this workshop is a celebration of:
• Sensory wellness — transforming the bath into a personal sanctuary
• Artisanal craftsmanship — creating soaps that are both functional and beautiful
• Natural purity — embracing botanicals and real agarwood derivatives
• Sustainable luxury — crafting responsibly while upholding ecological ethics
More than a class, it is an invitation to experience self-care as ceremony — where each lather, each aroma, each crafted bar becomes a quiet reminder of nature’s generosity.
The Agarwood Soap & Bath Artistry Workshop empowers creators, wellness enthusiasts, and aspiring artisans to shape products that reflect authenticity, harmony, and mindful beauty. It is where ancient agarwood heritage meets contemporary bath artistry, giving rise to sustainable luxuries that nourish both body and spirit.
Duration: 2 Days (12–16 Hours Total)
Suggested Course Fee: ₱15,000 per participant
(Includes complete soap-making kit, agarwood oil sample, essential oils, meals, and certificate)
Course Objectives
By the end of this comprehensive training, participants will:
- Understand the fundamentals of soap chemistry and natural formulation.
- Learn the process of crafting premium agarwood-infused bath soaps.
- Master both cold process and melt-and-pour soap-making methods.
- Formulate customized blends using essential oils and natural additives.
- Develop product branding and packaging for commercial or artisanal use.
COURSE MODULES
Day 1 – The Science & Art of Natural Soap Making
Morning:
- Introduction to Agarwood: Origins, aroma, and skin benefits
- Soap-making fundamentals: Saponification, oils, lye, and safety
- Overview of soap types: Cold process, melt-and-pour, and herbal glycerin
- Equipment, workspace setup, and safety protocols
Afternoon:
- Hands-on: Preparing lye and base oils
- Understanding the role of agarwood oil and powder in skincare
- Formulating your first batch (Agarwood Herbal Base Soap)
- Colorants and natural exfoliants (charcoal, honey, clay, herbs)
Day 2 – Custom Formulation, Branding & Business Essentials
Morning:
- Advanced techniques: Layering, fragrance blending, and soap texturing
- Customization with essential oils (sandalwood, lavender, ylang-ylang)
- Hands-on: Crafting your signature agarwood soap bar
Afternoon:
- Soap curing, labeling, and packaging
- Costing and pricing models for artisanal soap production
- Regulatory overview: DTI, FDA, and product labeling standards
- Branding & Marketing 101: Turning handmade soaps into a business
- Product presentation and certificate awarding
Materials & Equipment Included
- Agarwood oil or powder (5–10g)
- Base oils (coconut, olive, castor, shea butter)
- Lye and mixing tools
- Molds, measuring cups, gloves, and goggles
- Essential oil sampler set
- Printed course manual and digital reference
- Certificate of Completion by Oud Academia
Add-on Options
- Premium Kit Upgrade: +₱2,000 (includes extra agarwood oil, molds, and colorants)
- Branding Consultation: +₱1,500 (personalized label design guidance)
- Online Refresher Access: Post-training virtual class for product troubleshooting