Ida's Soap Box

We are excited to announce that our full line of natural organic skin and hair care products is available in our Downtown Cleveland Store in the 5th Street Arcades. These century-old shopping arcades are unique architectural landmarks filled with unique, local retail shops, and a fun food court.

When you need soap, body wash or household cleaners, do you reach for products labeled “antibacterial?” Consumers often believe that antibacterial products are more effective at preventing the spread of germs, but there is no scientific evidence that they are more effective than plain soap and water. In fact, some data suggests that antibacterial ingredients may do more harm than good over the long-term.

Chagrin Valley Soap & Salve uses beans from local Rising Star Coffee Roasters to create handmade, organic coffee body products!

In a book published in 1880 titled, “Decorum: A Practical Treatise On Etiquette And Dress Of The Best American Society,” John Ruth wrote, “Many heads of hair require nothing more in the way of wash than soap and water.”  Unlike liquid detergent shampoos which work in both hard and soft water, natural shampoo bars can take some experimenting to get the right technique and the right bar.