We’re pretty confident you know how to use a bar of soap, but here are a few recommendations to make the most of your cold pressed bars.

1. Avoid hot water, as this will dry your skin out. Opt for lukewarm water instead and let the soap do the dirty work.
2. Feel free to use a cleaning mitt or silicone face scrubber, but be gentle! They can exfoliate without adding extra pressure (which can cause irritation).
3. The optimal amount of time to cleanse your face for is roughly 45 seconds – 1 min. If you have sensitive skin, try 30 seconds. Set a timer on your phone for the first few uses, as you may be surprised how long it actually is.

Alternative Uses

1. Body Soap – This bar isn’t just useful for detoxing your face; it works wonders on the body too! It’s especially great at eliminating odour, making it the perfect body cleanser (especially if you’re going through a deodorant detox)
2. Shaving Soap – all of our cold pressed soaps make amazing alternatives to conventional shaving creams. Just lather up and apply to your legs like you would a shaving cream and get to business. The oils in our soaps make shaving a smooth success.

How to Make Your Soap Bars Last

Once you've tried handmade soap you’ll want every silky, skin-loving bubble to last! Thankfully, we won't stop making handmade soap anytime soon BUT there are definitely some tricks to making each bar last as long as possible.

• Don't leave your handmade soap in the tub while you're soaking.
• Make sure your handmade soap isn't in the water stream; keep it in a corner of the shower or tub where it won't be constantly hit by water.
• Use a soap dish that provides appropriate drainage so your soap bar can dry properly between uses.
• Rub your soap bar onto a washcloth & use that to get clean rather than rubbing the soap bar right onto your body.
• Store your soap bars in their packaging and in a cool dry place until you're ready to use them.
• Consider cutting your soap bars in half and only putting one-half in the shower at a time.

Coconut Oil, Palm Oil (Certified Sustainable - see notes below), Olive Oil, Shea Butter, Sunflower Oil, Charcoal (Activated)

Key Ingredients

• Activated Charcoal: This natural mineral has been used for centuries in the medical field for its absorption abilities. Today, the cosmetic industry has recognized it for the same abilities and is used in many products as a detoxification ingredient. Used in natural skin care products, Active Charcoal can draw dirt, oils, toxins and impurities to the skins surface. It absorbs these nasties at the surface making them easier to rid of with the proper cleansing.

Ingredient Details

• Palm Oil: Sustainable / Saponified. We only use palm oil that has been sourced using responsible production practices and standards set out by the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO). We obtain our responsibly sourced, sustainable palm oil from Brazil (not a native habitat for orangutans) and only work with supply chains that respect people, animals, and the planet.

As always, our products are made with clean and kind ingredients. They're free of... 

Parabens • Phthalates • Petro ingredients • SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate) / SLES (Sodium Laureth Sulfate) • Nanoparticles • Propylene Glycol

• Size: 125 – 155 G
• Packaged in a recyclable paper wrapper

What's the Difference Between Handcrafted Soap and "Commercial" Soap?

Commercial soaps are manufactured in large factories (often located overseas) staffed with anonymous employees, using the most economical ingredients. Often, they contain harsh detergents and most have the glycerin removed.

Our handcrafted soaps, on the other hand, are manufactured locally in small batches with the personal oversight and care of long-time soapmaker. Owner, Jamie makes use of high-quality ingredients, including specialty oils and botanical additives to personalize her formulations. The creative artistry of Jamie results in soaps that are different and unique, offering you a wide selection of soaps that are not only clean and kind on your skin but functional and beautiful as well. 

Disclaimer 

We encourage all Radiant Rebels to perform a patch test when introducing new skincare products to their routine. Apply a small amount to your forearm and wait approximately 24 hours to ensure there’s no reaction present. Discontinue use if there are any signs of irritation or itchiness.

Please speak with your medical practitioner if you’re pregnant, breastfeeding or have known allergies before including this or any new product containing essential oils in your skincare routine. 

Grounded Sage Skincare does not make any claims to treat or cure any skin condition with any of their products. All reviews reflect the personal views of customers and do not imply or represent any claims by Grounded Sage Skincare. Individual results may vary.