HOW TO START A LIQUID SOAP BUSINESS IN GHANA

Liquid soap according to wisdomlib is a hygiene product designed for hand, body or facial use, characterised by its formulation that includes surfactants and active ingredients. Liquid soap production business is a lucrative venture most people over look and the most interesting part of this business is that you can start small from your home, as such it could be a side hustle if you are a student or into in full time employment and it’s also an idle business for a stay-at-home mom.

However just like any other business liquid soap business requires a good business plan regardless of the size and which includes source of supplies and clientele base.As part of the business plan its important to conduct a market survey to determine who you would be selling to. You can do this by contacting grocery shops in your neighbourhood, churches and restaurant. Its also necessary to identify the current prices on the market and peak your price lower than what’s been offered since you are new and intend to penetrate the market and competition is also keen. You must also inquire where to purchase affordable raw materials in order to make profit.

Even though it’s important to register with the FDA as a startup selling from home to neighbours and few friends you can start while you work on these documentation. However its important to note that these approvals are necessary to enable you meet up with the keen competition in the market and also sell to organisations and other organised retail shops to boost your income.Labelling in this trade is something that cannot be over looked and its important to come out with the right logo and branding to make your product attractive.

You cannot venture into this business without acquiring the technical skills.

Fortunatley there are lots of videos on Youtube on production of liquid soap and various trainings are occasionally organised mostly free in locally churches and women groups on soap production.However its important to have a one-on-one tutorial even after gaining these skills online as these coaches help you in packaging,pricing and all the sales strategies you need.

ITEMS NEEDED
Hand gloves
Nose mask
Containers
Labels
Stirring rod
Measuring cup
Bowl
Ingredients ;caustic soda,thickners,sulporic acid,distilled water and liquid fragrance.

Due to the awareness on cleanliness demand is high hence it’s a lucratice venture.Eventhough most
people make liquid soap production as a hobby you can turn it into a business.You can also market it as a gift souvenir or laise with vendors to earn more income.