I once sold a bar of soap to a lovely lady who was excited to buy it. When I next saw her I asked how she had found the soap on her skin? She told me she hadn't used it because it said "Do not use on mucous membranes". Her friend promptly told her lots of products say that, it's like saying don't put shampoo in your eyes. Labels can appear to be complicated when you first look at them so here's a little guidance on what some of the ingredients are. Have you ever looked at a s

In a world full of mass-produced products, there is something truly special about returning to the basics. If you’ve been feeling like your skin is constantly dry, itchy, or just "blah," the secret might not be a more expensive lotion—it might be the soap you’re using in the shower every morning. Handmade soap is more than just a pretty bar on your bathroom counter; it’s a powerhouse of nutrition for your skin. Here is why making the switch is one of the best things you can d

Like many people, I spent some hours (a definitely unspecified amount!!) in lockdown watching YouTube videos, mine were mostly about soap...

It's been a crazy few years and life for many of us is now quite different to those pre-pandemic days. I used to think I washed my hands...