Who We Are

We are a Natural Handmade Soap Factory and Outlet Shop located on the beautiful Monterey Bay in California.
Wild Thyme Botanicals began when a lifelong obsession with handmade soap evolved into some soap-making experimentation. Fortunately, the results were successful, so we (my Mom and I) took baskets of soap wrapped in handmade paper and beautifully packaged in gift sets to a Woman's Group at a friend's home. It was right before the Christmas holidays and our products were well-received - within 45 minutes we made over $500. It was then that we knew we were on to something! 

That was back in 2001 and over the years we have added other products such as Pressed Flower Art Glass, Soy Wax Candles, and other skincare products. The soap-making division of the company has grown the most substantially with Private Label being the focus. We produce over 6000 bars a month for companies that sell their products throughout the country and around the world. 

So what began as an obsession with soap and a passion for artistic endeavors has resulted in a lovely line of natural bath products, stunning pressed flower art glass, and a satisfying way to make a living. 

At Wild Thyme Botanicals, we pledge to conduct business with integrity, respect, and with exemplary customer service. Our products are never tested on animals - only on willing human beings. We search for the highest quality ingredients at the best price so as to keep your Wild Thyme experience affordable. 

Thank you for stopping by our site - enjoy! 
Andrea Smith
​Owner/Operator 
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ABOUT THE SOAPMAKER: 
After studying Art, Design, and Engineering at various Universities, Andrea completed a Bachelor's degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology with a minor in Women's Studies from San Jose State University. She put her degree to use in the non-profit human services field for well over 15 years. It was while working in local public policy to promote women's issues that she became aware of the alarming link between  care/cosmetic products and cancer. This served as a catalyst to take her lifelong interest in gardening, herbs, and botanical
healing to create skincare products that are safe, enjoyable, and effective.

Andrea lives with her husband Jim, and their rescue dog August Rain (Auggie), on a 40 foot Catamaran on the beautiful Monterey Bay.

A peek into our Outlet Shop located in the artsy/industrial West End Sand City.
Pressed Flower Glass and Soap
Pressed Flower Artist - Kathleen Smith
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