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Coconut Oil

In the world of soapmaking, coconut oil is the engine of lather. While oils like olive provide creaminess, coconut oil delivers the big, satisfying, bubbly cleanse that most of us expect from a bar of soap. We use a specific '76-degree melt point' grade, which...

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Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil

Coconut oil has been having a moment for the past decade, but not all coconut oil is created equal. Extra virgin coconut oil is extracted from fresh coconut meat using mechanical pressing or centrifuge methods, without heat or chemicals. This preserves the natural compounds, nutrients,...

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Coconut Wax

When it comes to creating a truly premium candle, coconut wax is in a class of its own. It has a beautiful, creamy, and naturally bright white appearance, providing the perfect canvas for an elegant finished product. It's a sustainable wax made from a high-yield,...

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Coconut Hydrosol

Coconut Hydrosol captures the refreshing essence of pure coconut water. It's not the oil or the milk; it's the delicate, water-soluble components of the fruit, captured through distillation. The result is a clear, lightweight liquid with a subtly sweet, clean coconut aroma that feels incredibly...

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Coconut Fruit Extract

When we think of coconuts, we often picture tropical beaches and refreshing drinks, but the humble coconut fruit holds remarkable secrets for skincare. Coconut Fruit Extract captures the concentrated essence of the coconut's white flesh, delivering all the nourishing compounds that make coconuts a staple...

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Safflower Oil

Safflower oil is one of those quiet workhorses that never asks for credit. It's pressed from the seeds of the safflower, a thistle-like bloom grown for color and oil for thousands of years. We reach for it when we want a bar that conditions without...

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Cold Pressed Meadowfoam Seed Oil

For a deeper dive into why meadowfoam isn't available as certified organic despite being sustainably grown, check out this excellent article by Susan M. Parker. Meadowfoam is an ingredient that's very close to our hearts, as it's native to the Pacific Northwest and cultivated right...

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Aloe Vera Butter

Aloe Vera Butter is a beautiful example of botanical synergy. It's not a butter that grows on a tree, but rather a custom blend we create by infusing pure aloe vera extract into a soft, creamy coconut oil base. This process yields a soft, off-white...

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Apricot Wax

This is an entry in our Ingredient Glossary. We do not sell raw ingredients; this is about what goes into the things we make and why. For years our candles were pure soy, and we still like soy. It burns clean and it's easy to...

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Why Natural Handmade Soap Is Better For You

After handcrafting and using natural soap for over fifteen years, I know that it only takes one cleansing experience with a bar of natural soap to realize that you can never be satisfied with commercial soap ever again. This is because it simply feels so much...

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Experience the Essence of Siskiyou's Tallest Mountain with Mt. Ashland Soap Bar

Introduction Imagine stepping into a serene, evergreen forest with each shower, the crisp scent of pine needles, and the fresh mountain air invigorating your senses. This is the experience we aim to deliver with our Mt. Ashland Soap Bar. Named after the majestic peak that...

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How Soap Went Wrong (And How to Find the Real Thing)

That bar in your shower probably isn't soap. Pick up the packaging. Read it carefully. Chances are it says "beauty bar" or "cleansing bar" or "moisturizing bar." Not soap. There's a reason for that. The FDA has a legal definition of soap, and most of...

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Decyl Glucoside

When we formulate a liquid cleanser, we need a way to create that satisfying lather and washing action. Decyl Glucoside is one of the best and gentlest tools for the job. It's part of a class of 'glucosides,' which are cleansers made by combining a...

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Food-grade Emulsifier

When I first started making natural skincare, I was amazed to learn how challenging it is to get oil and water to play nicely together. That's where food-grade emulsifiers come in as the unsung heroes of natural formulation. These gentle compounds act like tiny bridges,...

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Cetyl Alcohol

Don't let the word 'alcohol' fool you. Cetyl alcohol is nothing like the harsh, drying alcohols found in hand sanitizers or astringents. This waxy, white substance belongs to a completely different family called fatty alcohols, and it's one of the reasons your favorite lotions feel...

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Beef Tallow in Skincare: Why We Don't Use It (And Never Will)

Someone asks us about beef tallow at least once a week now. They come into the Medford shop, phone in hand, TikTok video paused mid-scroll. "Have you guys thought about making a tallow balm?" The answer is always the same. No. And that answer deserves...

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DIY A Spa-Quality Facial At Home

A professional facial at a spa or salon is an amazing treat, but let’s face it, unless you have a free schedule and an unlimited budget, getting regular facials at the spa is just not practical for most of us. To be honest, you don’t...

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Tips For Wearing Cloth Masks, Skincare & Aromatherapy

Wearing a cloth mask is more important than ever, but unfortunately some people are experiencing skincare challenges such as acne and irritation caused by face coverings. Here are a few tips to keep that ‘maskne’ and skin irritation under control while staying healthy and...

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Love Quotes & SCENTimental Valentine's Day Gift Ideas

Valentine's Day is a special time of year when we celebrate love and show our affection to those we care about. While traditional gifts such as chocolates and flowers are always appreciated, at Em'z Blendz, we believe that there's nothing more heart-felt and loving than...