Honey makes a surprisingly beneficial ingredient in natural skin care products. Honey is naturally packed with anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties making it a helpful addition to acne, combination skin, and sensitive skin formulations. It also helps to soothe, soften, and tone skin, making it a great ingredient in masks and facials. Honey is a water soluble ingredient which naturally contains… Continue Reading Honey
Earlier this month I visited family in The Florida Keys and was lucky enough to spend one of those days snorkeling off the coast of Key Largo. I come from a very aquatic family, my father being an avid scuba diver, and my mother’s family being Maine fishermen. You could say that a good portion of my childhood was experienced… Continue Reading Diver’s Balm
Selecting scents for male consumers can be especially challenging. The range of aromas that men prefer can seem limited in comparison to the vast array of fragrances that are marketed toward women. However, with the right ground rules in mind, it is possible to create a wide variety of natural, aromatic blends that men will adore. When formulating for men,… Continue Reading Scents for Men’s Skin Care
The men in my life tend to come home from work with hands so dirty they don’t just defy belief, they defy soap! Wash as they may, sometimes dirt, grease, paint, and other tenacious substances require more than a gentle hand washing to be eliminated. Chock full of exfoliating Walnut Shell Powder and Green Illite Clay, this all natural Castille… Continue Reading Super Scrub Hand Wash
As is the case with many successful soap makers, Scott Blackson, owner of The Soap Fairy, Inc. stumbled into soap making through a stroke of fate. While taking classes toward his master’s degree in natural health, Scott was prompted to create soap for one of his classes. During his research he found that most recipes at that time were based… Continue Reading Scott Blackson & The Soap Fairy, Inc.