Monday, January 31, 2011

Soap Encore

My most popular bar is back...well, kind of.  No other soap received as many rave reviews as the Spa Bar, so my first batch of the new year had to be something very similar.  The new Loofah Spa Bar still has the spa-like scents of lavender and geranium, but it now has a touch of lemon instead of tangerine. The most exciting change is an all natural loofah embedded in the soap (thanks for the great idea Chun Li!). Because I was experimenting, I have a limited number of these loofah bars available. The bars also come in different shapes and sizes because I was trying out a couple different methods. For those who are not interested in a loofah bar, there are plenty of Simple Spa Bars available.

A rendition of another popular bar is also back. This time it's Peppermint Orange with Lemongrass. I don't know if it's the lack of cinnamon or the addition of lemongrass, but I like this bar so much more than the Holiday Bar (AKA Spiced Orange). I'm sure though, if you liked the Holiday Bar, you will like this one.  The lemongrass also adds a nice exfoliation component, but it's not in an abundance like my earlier Lavender Lime with Lemongrass.

Photo: Clockwise from top - Loofah Spa Bars ($5), Peppermint Orange ($4), Simple Spa Bar ($4).

Next up...Vanilla Almond and Guinness Soap (Yes, as in the beer!)

Sunday, December 26, 2010

Homemade Herbal Soap

Each bar  is $4 and weighs approximately 4 oz.
For those who have enjoyed my homemade soap, I've created this blog to keep you updated on the new soaps available for sale. My current inventory is running low, but I still have a few left of the Morning Coffee, Pumpkin Pie, Gingerbread Tea, and Ginger Tangerine (clockwise from top left).  I also have one Peppermint Lavender and one Lemon Rosemary available.  Check in regularly as I hope to make more soaps in the coming new year.

Soap Facts: All my soaps are made from all natural ingredients including coconut oil, olive oil, and depending on the bar, palm kernel oil, castor oil, and 100% pure essential oils.  Every batch is enriched with jojoba oil.

If you enjoyed any of the Holmestarr Creations soaps, please share your thoughts by posting a comment.