Lavender has a long reputation as a relaxing plant. You’ll find it in soaps, lotions, hand sanitizers, bath products, and countless nighttime routines. But the better question is not just “does lavender help you relax?” It is: what kind of lavender use has evidence behind it, and what should you realistically expect from a lavender-scented product? Here’s what you need to know...
"Over the years, I’ve noticed the pattern to my preferences, and realized there’s a rationale. As my skin reacts to the changes in temperature and humidity throughout the year, I progress through the relative “moisturizingness” of the various soaps." We hope Lisa Bronner's breakdown provides direction for which soap might work best for you, and when.
We've teamed up with Yaye to offer you an ethically luxurious gift in honour of Earth Month. For a limited time, customers who spend $100 or more (excluding bulk and gift packs) will receive a 237ml bottle of Dr. Bronner’s Sandalwood Jasmine Liquid Soap and a 15ml bottle of Yaye Red Ochre Face & Body Oil, together valued at $46.95.
Most commercial body washes aren’t soap at all. They’re liquid cleansers made with synthetic detergents, added foaming agents, preservatives, and fragrance blends designed to create a specific feel—thick lather, silky slip, and long shelf life. Soap, on the other hand, is made by combining fats or oils with an alkali through a process called saponification. Dr. Bronner’s Pure-Castile Magic Soap is real soap, made with organic, plant-based oils and no synthetic detergents.