The Healing powers of Slippery Elm and Goldenseal Powders

Just a little background for you, on slippery elm and goldenseal.

 Slippery elm has been used by North American Indians for medicinal purposes for centuries. It comes from the bark of the elm tree. To this day, herbalists dry the slippery elm bark and make it into a powder. When mixed with water or other liquids it has mucilage properties, which is great for coating and healing the skin. You can take it internally, for irritated digestive conditions,  as well as apply topically to soothe skin irritations, burns, poison oak, sunburns and more. 

 

Golden seal is the herb Hyrastis Canadensis. It's actually a member of the buttercup family. Also traditionally used by Native Americans for medicinal uses. It also can be taken internally, made into tinctures, or used topically for rashes, acne, bacterial and fungal irritations etc.

Both powders are excellent additions to creams and balms for their healing properties.

That's why we've included them both in our "KIss it better" baby balm and "Powder Puff" baby powder. Both have soothing, healing qualities.

Our baby balm is great for diaper rash and any minor skin irritations. It can be used by the whole family. We start by infusing organic almond oil with healing botanicals including calendula and lavender. We add a vegetable wax, slippery elm and goldenseal powders and theraputic essential oils. It's simple, clean and healing.

Our baby powder is talc and chemical free. Made with organic arrowroot and cornstarch powders. We add slippery elm and goldenseal for their healing properties and essential oils for a sweet, clean scent. Great to keep babies skin dry and comfortable.

             Check out all our baby products at;

                    www.soaptheearth.com 

 

Phthalates in skincare products:What they are and why you don't want them.

I wanted to let you know about Phthalates.

Phthalates are a group of chemicals used in many skincare products, often as perfume fixatives, giving the scent more staying power.

Shown to damage the lungs, kidneys, liver and reproductive systems in animal studies, phthalates can be absorbed through the skin or inhaled.

Now of course industry groups deny any risk, but I for one don't want any phthalates in my products.

That's why you want to be careful when so called natural products have "fragrance" oils in their ingredients. Look for essential oils instead. Then you know you're getting the pure scent of the botanical and not a chemical substitute.

The less chemicals we all use the better. For our bodies and the environment.

Hope this helps

New Items

Well, it's been a while since I made a new post.
Things have been busy around here. I like to create new products and i've been workig on a day and night cream for a while.
I wanted something light and of course natural, but also with active ingredients.
The day cream"Day-lightful" has natural sun protection and a little goes along way, so it's a good deal.
The night cream "Creme Fraiche" is very light, but hydrates and has active ingredients to help the texture and feel of your skin.
I'm getting great feedback, so check them out.

Wishing you all fun for the rest of your summer.
Ali

Malibu Divers

Glad to let you know you can now get our "Surfer Suds", "California Dreamin" and our "Summer Fun" packs at Malibu Divers on Pacific Coast Highway. Their a great dive shop, so check them out!

New Items

We now have some new soaps we are very excited about.

"Surfer Suds" a vegan Sea Salt and Mineral soap
The salt and minerals are great for your skin. It also contributes to the lovely lather.
We also have "California Dreamin" for sun lovers.
A deeply hydrating soap with a great exotic scent, including ylang ylang and sweet orange.

We sell both individually and in our "Summer Fun" packs.

Also, check out our event favors. Great for weddings, showers, baby announcments, or for any special event. We'll make the soaps specifically for your event and personalize the label. It's a unique, green way  to give a special thanks to your guests. The soaps can also come in a white organza bags for that extra special touch.

Holiday Gifts

Well, it's that time of year again. The holidays are here.

If you're looking for a present that someone can actually use, is kind to your skin and the planet, then you might want to think about our holiday soaps. We have 2 and 3 soap gift packs, we are wrapping them in holiday material and their on sale!
So check them out at www.soaptheearth.com
We hope you all have a very happy and safe holiday season.

Shaving Suds

I've been researching and developing an all natural vegan shaving soap. After several attempts I think I'm on to something.
I added kosher vegetarian glycerin and castor oil for a rich, thick lather. Avocado, shea butter and cocoa butter for moisturizing and healing properties and kaolin clay for extra slip. I used eucalyptus, peppermint and cedar wood pure essential oils for a crisp, fresh scent, which also have antibacterial qualities.

We are selling the container of "Shaving Suds" for $10.00 each.
I hope you enjoy this new product.
Ali