Ida's Soap Box Blog

While it’s true that you are going to pay more for a bar of natural soap, commercial soaps can actually cost you more . . . and in more ways than just money.

We use the word “soap” every day to simply mean some sort of cleansing agent that we use on our skin. But most of what we call “soap” is actually not soap at all! So what is it?

Canola oil has gathered plenty of myths, but the organic, expeller‑pressed canola we use is clean, non‑GMO, and naturally skin‑friendly. This blog clears up common misconceptions and explains why organic canola remains one of our most reliable, conditioning, beautifully balanced soapmaking oils.

No one knows when soap was discovered, but there are various legends surrounding its beginning. According to Roman legend, soap was named after Mount Sapo, an ancient site of animal sacrifices.

Watch the video of Ida on the New Day Cleveland morning show, on January 30, 2013, talking about natural products for Winter skin!

Learn how to use natural botanicals to make DIY homemade facial scrubs, face masks, and facial toners with herbal tea and vinegar as a natural way to care for your skin.