Ida's Soap Box

Over the years we have received numerous questions as to the safety of lavender and tea tree oils. The questions are prompted by information circulating around the internet that these two essential oils have been shown to mimic estrogen, or contain hormones. So, let's explore the research.

When you gather a bunch of tiny soap bubbles together, it is called lather. Whether it is a bar of natural soap or shampoo or synthetic detergent soaps, dishwashing liquid or even laundry detergent, the process of bubble making is basically the same. To understand the bubble-producing secret of soap, we need to explore the chemistry of soap molecules and water molecules. Here comes the science!!

With the increasing concerns for healthy hair and a healthy environment, our shampoo bar sales have soared. As a result, we have been inundated with questions about how to successfully use a shampoo bar. If you are successfully using and enjoying our shampoo bars please share your experiences with our Chagrin Valley community.

Although we work hard to make products so that they are always available, despite our best efforts, there may be times when some items are out-of-stock. Since we often receive emails from customers asking us “why” items go out-of-stock, I thought it might be helpful to explain some of the more common reasons.