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Unlike your blood type which is the same from the day you are born, your skin type is something that will change throughout the different stages of your life. The first step in properly caring for your skin begins with understanding your skin type.

Most people think of henna as simply a hair coloring product. Although it may be best known for providing a vibrant red color, henna is also great for hair care. Henna is a natural deep conditioner that coats the hair shaft, seals in moisture and natural oils, tightens the cuticle, enhances body, adds loads of shine, and makes hair silky soft. The purpose of a Henna Natural Shampoo Bar is to get the advantage of henna's natural deep conditioning as it seals in moisture and enhances body, luster, highlights, and softness.

Has your bar of natural soap ever left the shower? If the answer is no, we think it’s time for it to explore! There are many places you can bring natural soap, and even people who have been using it for a long time may appreciate these ways to include more natural products into your traditional routines.

If you are asking the question: Do you use lye (sodium hydroxide) to make Chagrin Valley Natural Soap? The answer is... of course. No lye . . . No soap! If you are asking the question: Is there lye in a bar of Chagrin Valley Natural Soap or Shampoo? The answer is "No."