They are also produced using our unique ‘extra cold’ method. This involves a refusal to heat our oils* (as the majority of even ‘cold process’ soap makers do), and a focus on respecting and supporting the natural soap making reaction with minimal interference. Yes we do, otherwise the olive oil we sent you in the post wouldn’t clean you. It would just be olive oil. BUY: First Botany All Natural Tea Tree Body Wash Best Natural Face Soap - InstaNatural Vitamin C Face Wash You may have heard of Dr. Bronner's—also known as the soap that can be used to clean almost anything. Users report using Dr. Bronner's Castile soap for everything from washing dishes to shampooing their hair. Because it has so many uses, we had to give it the best overall title.

Remember, how we treat our skin has a huge impact on our overall health, after all, our skin is the largest organ in our body. There are mountains of research to suggest that what we use on our skin has a direct impact on how healthy we are inside as well as the fact that toxic ingredients can end up being absorbed through our dermis, ending up in our bloodstream and causing less than wonderful effects. Our 100% cotton hand knitted wash cloths have so many uses... in the kitchen, in the bathroom, for your face, for your body, when you're out and about or for the dog! Individually hand-knitted in a hard-wearing 100% cotton yarn with a tight spin and high absorbancy, these are durable enough to last for years even with daily use. Naturally machine washable, they should remain bright and colourful wash after wash, making them an excellent and less wasteful alternative to disposable dishcloths and paper kitchen towels. Our soaps are also free from ‘nature-identical’ ingredients, such as micas and synthetically-produced so-called ‘natural’ colourants and fragrances. Everyone has individual preferences when it comes to soap. Many of the soaps we feature are scented with essential oils, but if you prefer something hypoallergenic, you may want an unscented version. Cost A mild and gentle soap to use on your dog or horse. Made with milk powder for gentleness and neem oil for repelling insects, and scented with Kunzea, tea tree and lemon eucalyptus essential oils. We first made this to help restore outdoorsy-type muddy Norfolk dogs to somewhere near their original colour, texture and smell but our handmade pet soap works equally well on pampered pooches and princess poodles. There's nothing much in there that might upset your pet but please do a little patch test at first just in case.

For example, we never try to ‘force cure’ our soaps with the use of dehumidifiers. Our soaps simply air dry for as long as is necessary. Usually at least 4 weeks, often up to 6). We’re very happy to pass this cost-saving onto you, our loyal customers. It all helps make ethically-produced natural soaps as accessible as possible to as many people as possible. You’ll also be pleased to know that they’re made in the UK. If there were lye in our soap and we didn’t list it in our ingredients, then we would be breaking the law. North Norfolk coast, we are one of the oldest commercial handmade soap manufacturers in England. While we long ago

And the glycerin? Well herein lies the rub. The soap making process naturally produces lovely moisturising glycerin. We leave this exactly where it belongs – in your soap bars to nourish your skin. This is one of the reasons our soaps feel so great to use. Of course, this wash is also free of sulfates, parabens, and synthetic fragrances. Anyone with ultra-sensitive skin might prefer a face wash without vitamin C, but for most, this cleanser can be a refreshing, brightening addition to your skincare routine. What We Like We would add though that the only animal byproducts we use in our soaps are honey and milk (no actual animal parts are used, such as lard or cochineal). These sorts of compounds are often referred to as ‘nature-identical’ ingredients and cover so-called ‘natural’ colourants like micas, or ‘natural’ fragrance oils. First, as a little business, dreaming and planning at the kitchen table, selling locally and small-scale. But never letting go of my big vision, we developed the brand and range of products, we gained interest from retailers, and we enjoyed love and loyalty from a growing number of customers. We never stand still. Our product range continues to expand as we push boundaries and explore new possibilities.Dermatologists recommend using a soap made without sulfates or other harsh cleansers. Castile soap, which is made with vegetable oils, is also a nice gentle cleanser. What is the healthiest soap for your body? Available in a number of scents, this wash is also paraben- and sulfate-free. Plus, it uses antibacterial tea tree oil to prevent and treat skin conditions like dandruff. What We Like

If a soap formula is badly calculated or sloppily made then it is very possible that the final soap bars contain lye. As I’m sure you’ve noticed, we, like every other cosmetics company that’s doing things right, list our ingredients in what looks like weird Latin.If something is artificially manipulated in a lab (ie compounds are put together in ways that don’t occur in this way in nature), then this won’t make it into our soaps. We especially like that they offer an oatmeal milk and honey scent, as oats are particularly soothing for eczema sufferers. This soap is sulfate-free which is beneficial for eczema sufferers who commonly have dry skin. While we wish there was an unscented option since eczema is often exacerbated by fragrance, this soap still works great for many people with eczema. What We Like you're out and about in North Norfolk, why not drop into our small but perfectly formed shop right on the quayside in Wells? The Soap Shop offers our