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Soap & Bath

What Is Actually in a Handmade Soap Bar?

Saponified oils, water and lye — that is the whole of it. Here is what those words mean, why there is no lye left in the finished bar, and what makes one bar different from another.

Charcoal or Oat Milk + Honey: Which SoftWell Bar Is for You?

Both are 4 oz handmade bars at $14.99. One is bright and cold, one is soft and creamy. Skin type and scent decide it.

How to Choose a Soap Bar

Scent, skin type and how much texture you want. Three questions that narrow 17 bars down to one, with no marketing language.

Charcoal Soap: What Activated Charcoal Actually Does in a Bar

Activated charcoal gives this 4 oz bar its colour and its character, alongside peppermint and tea tree. Here is what it does, what it does not, and who it suits.

How Long Does a 4 oz Bar of Soap Actually Last?

A 4 oz bar used once a day usually lasts three to five weeks. Here is what decides which end of that range you land on, and what it works out to per wash.