Category Archives: Ingredient Info

An informal review of ingredients

Now using Organic Coconut and Palm Oils

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Bonnie

I have started to transition some of my oils to organic oils. I decided to start with Coconut oil and Palm Oil. I use a lot of those two oils in my handcrafted soaps and the markup on these oils … Continue reading →

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Avocado Oil

Posted on April 7, 2010 by Bonnie

Avocado oil (Persea gratissima) is a rich, emollient oil.  It is pressed from the fleshy part of the avocado fruit so it is just as nutritious as the fruit.  It is high in anti-oxidants, Vitamins A, D and E as … Continue reading →

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Facial Cleanser for Normal to Oily Skin – Herb & Soap Mixture

Posted on March 22, 2010 by Bonnie

The following is a great natural facial cleanser.  This is the variation I use to cleanse my face.  Here is the basic recipe: 1 cup dried lavender buds 1 cup dried chamomile flowers 1 cup soap shreds – an all-natural … Continue reading →

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All the Buzz about Shea Butter

Posted on March 22, 2010 by Bonnie

The list of skin ailments that Shea butter has credited with healing or helping is extremely long. When used in lotions or on its own it is said to help relieve sunburn, minimize wrinkles, prevent stretch marks, heal chapped skin, alleviate dry skin and minimize itching in eczema. It makes a wonderful moisturizing soap when used even small amounts. Continue reading →

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Dead Sea Salts

Posted on March 12, 2010 by Bonnie

Dead Sea salts, mud and the Dead Sea itself have been used for healing a variety of illnesses and creating a general feeling of well-being for thousands of years.  I have outlined a few of the reasons why it should … Continue reading →

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Preservatives – Just a Personal Observation

Posted on March 10, 2010 by Bonnie

This is a topic that has been on my mind alot and I continue to struggle with whether or not to use preservatives in my products. Preservatives are in a group of chemicals that I try to use minimally.  The general function … Continue reading →

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