Who We Are
Plumera Essentials began with a simple idea: everyday bath and body products should be thoughtfully made, easy to understand, and a pleasure to use. Soapmaking brings art and science together, transforming a few carefully chosen ingredients into beautiful, aromatic bars made by hand in small batches.
Our process is rooted in curiosity. When we develop a new soap, lip balm, body oil, balm, or seasonal creation, we research each ingredient, test the formula, and refine it until it meets our standards for quality, simplicity, and everyday enjoyment. We believe customers deserve to know what goes into the products they bring home—and why each ingredient is there.
From our early kitchen experiments to the Plumera products we share today, creativity and care remain at the center of everything we make. We are always learning, developing new ideas, and finding thoughtful ways to make your daily routine feel a little more special.
Our Online Store
Plumera began as a Mom in her kitchen making soap for fun. She was health-conscious and wanted to know what was going into the products that she and her family were using everyday. She also had an extensive background in science, so the process of saponification was quite a fascinating, creative outlet. Once she got started, it became a great hobby and it made gift-giving holidays easy and friends and family looked forward their soap every year. It grew into an Etsy store and now, we are here serving you.
Since its inception, Plumera has continued the tradition of all handmade products, always in small batches. This allows us to provide rigorous quality-control procedures and ensure that you are getting a great product every time. Additionally, because of our roots, we have a strong passion for educating our customers on the scientific process behind our products, we are a bit geeky about it. When you receive your product, we know you are going to love it just as much as we do!
Our Family
Plumera is family owned and operated by Michael and Allie, with Marley and Aiden at the heart of the family behind the brand.
What began as a creative project in our kitchen has grown through curiosity, care, and a shared belief that everyday products should be made thoughtfully. Our family’s support makes every part of Plumera possible, from new ideas to the busy days behind the scenes. That care carries into every small batch we make, and we’re grateful to welcome you into the Plumera family.