Michal Antonuk started making natural soaps for her family after realizing many soaps were “packed with artificial and harmful ingredients.” After creating some natural soaps, she decided to share her creations with others by opening Four Ladies & Co., which is named after her four daughters, in 2023. The business, based in Republic, offers handcrafted luxury bars of soap and nourishing face oils.
“The inspiration to start the business came from the realization that buying natural soaps could get very expensive, with some companies charging $10 or more per bar,” Michal says. “As a family of six, that just wasn’t feasible. So, I decided to make my own soaps using only natural and organic ingredients that I could trust while also keeping it affordable for others.” Her products are made from 100 percent natural and organic ingredients. “Building a loyal customer base and knowing that our soaps are making a difference in people’s lives has been incredibly rewarding. We’ve also grown our product range and reached more people, which has been exciting and motivating,” she adds. Customers can find the business’s products and where they are sold on the website.
This article was originally published in the June 2025 issue of Missouri Life.
All photos by Michal Antonuk.
