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Ethics are at the core of the Bellingham Soap Company’s ‘Working with Nature’ range of skincare products. Soaps are handmade, hand cut and hand wrapped. Moisturisers are helped into their pristine jars by teaspoons, not machinery. You won’t find any mass production in their country workshop, just fine artisan skills practiced keenly[.....]
Just time for one more post before I head off to start the weekend.
Herban Lifestyle is about well being. Recognising that everything we put onto our skin is absorbed into our bodies, Herban Lifestyle promises never to use chemicals, preservatives, synthetics, artificial fragrances, artificial colors or GMOs. Not ever. [.....]
A Christmas stocking wouldn’t be the same without a few toiletries. From Hetty Horner’s garden workshop comes a luxury range of handmade soaps, bath bombs, scented candles and perfumed tree decorations.
But hurry, there’s only a few more posting days left. Go to www.hettyhorner.co.uk.
Wooden Heart with Rosehip – £2.50
Vanilla Spice Scented[.....]
Hetty Horner brings you a quintessentially English range of handmade soaps, bath salts, bath bombs and scented candles. From a garden workshop in Wiltshire, these luxurious items have been created using the finest raw ingredients, inspired by the countryside. The packaging is designed to encourage re-use and recycling, causing minimal impact to the[.....]
Andrea Garland is an Aromatherapist who has produced a stunning range of natural beauty products. Everything you see on her website has been handmade in her Hackney kitchen and made from natural, ethically sourced products. Absolutely nothing has been tested on animals.
Andrea’s wonderfully indulgent potions and creams are beautifully packaged in amber glass[.....]
If you’re feeling a bit sluggish after the Bank Holiday, sit back and relax for a few minutes and read all about Elizabeth Carnahan of Longcroft Soap and a typical day in her life.
The Day Begins
My day usually begins at 7.15. The first thing I do is make my way to the kitchen and[.....]
Lady Wurlitzer, purveyor of fine lather, cordially invites you to her new online home. Lady W made her sudsy debut at the Miso Funky Market back in June 2006. Since then she’s been keeping us well groomed and squeaky clean with her indulgent bath soaks, silky balms and rich lotions.
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If you’ve been walking around with your eyes closed, it may have escaped your attention that it’s Mother’s Day on Sunday. (For the UK anyway.) If you’re struggling for inspiration we’ve put together a few ideas.
1. Evelope and Tag Set by Beverley Hicklin
2. Candyfloss Neckwarmer at Betty Joy
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Going West
IKEA Cats
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