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Marie Gale

Marie Gale is an author known for her expertise in the field of soap and cosmetic labeling and regulations pertaining to soap and cosmetic products.

She has over 25 years of experience in the handcrafted soap and cosmetic industry, first as a maker, then as a President of the Handcrafted Soap and Cosmetic Guild (2004-2009), and finally as an advocate, author and consultant (2008-2025).

After seeing how the labeling and other applicable laws and regulations were confusing to small business owners, in 2008, Marie researched and wrote her first book, Soap and Cosmetic Labeling: How to Follow the Rules and Regs Explained in Plain English. Followed by several updated editions, it has become an indispensable mainstay for soap and cosmetic handcrafters, aromatherapists, herbalists, and others who make products and who want to comply with US labeling requirements. A completely updated 4th edition was released in 2025.

Her subsequent books include 300 Years of Natural Soap and Cosmetic Recipes (2011), Good Manufacturing Practices for Soap and Cosmetic Handcrafters (2012), Navigating the Rules and Regs: A Practical Guide for Soap and Cosmetic Handcrafters (2022), and Complying With MoCRA: A Guide for Cosmetic Handcrafters (2024).

All of her books can be purchased from Amazon.com

Her long-time passion is educating product makers so they can protect their businesses by being in compliance with existing laws and regulations. In addition to speaking engagements and classes addressing soap and cosmetic labeling, Marie has a website (www.mariegale.com) that provides a wealth of information about labeling and legislation. She also offers a label review service and consulting services to those looking for assistance with labeling, GMP, or other regulatory issues.

Most of the time, Marie works from her home in the Seattle area, where she lives with her husband. However, on occasion, Marie and her husband head out, working from their RV as they travel around the US. In her spare time, Marie spends time researching her family tree.

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Cinnabar Press is a small publishing concern, established to publish the books written by Marie Gale, and solely owned by her.

Cinnabar Press is located in Edgewood, Washington.

Books for the Handcrafted Soap and Cosmetic Industry

Marie first started writing books for the handcrafted soap and cosmetic industry, and has five titles which have sold thousands of copies. Her first book, Soap and Cosmetic Labeling, is considered the industry "bible" when it comes to what is required on a product labels.

More information can be found at www.MarieGale.com.

Genealogical Books

Marie has also been researching her family tree for many years and has been the designated Family Archivist for her family. As such she has amassed a large collection of original materials and researched documents pertaining to her ancestry - particularly the Denning, Chandler and Hanchett families. Moving into a new phase in 2019, Marie is starting the lengthy process of publishing the materials in the family archive so they are accessible to family and others researching those family lines.

More information can be found at www.LookingUpTheDust.com.