Archive for Exfoliating Soap bars

Why should you use a Sisal soap bag with your French soap bars
March 8, 2022

Natural Hemp-soap-bagSoap savers are handy to make your soap last longer. And, when used correctly in your shower, it will prevent the soap from becoming slimy or disintegrating completely.

Our favourite choice is a Sisal soap bag. This is because it is another easy-to-implement, long-lasting zero waste swap enabling you to help the world towards becoming as plastic-free as possible. Plus the additional advantages of a Sisal soap bag is that it provides exfoliation, and helps with improving your circulation. It also makes your soap bar foamier and last longer!

What is Sisal?

Sisal soap bagSisal is a natural fibre which is produced by the Agave plant. This fibre can be made into twine and rope. Due to its’ strength, Sisal is popular in coastal environments as saltwater or hard water will not break these fibres down.

Sisal fibres are ethically sourced, non-toxic, and safe for use on the body. And coming from a plant makes it sustainable and environmentally friendly.

The Sisal soap bag is made with natural bristles so it can be composted when it wears out.

Why use a ‘zero-waste’ Sisal soap bag?

1. It extends the life of your soap

sisal-soap-bagWith a quick soak under the water, your natural French soap produces a rich lather in your Sisal soap bag and the soap is contained without slipping from your grasp. And when your French soap bar is almost finished just pop the soap remnants into the bag with the next bar. They will bond together to become one and you can wash with the end of the soap comfortably.

2. It reduces soap waste

Soap dishes can be a magnet for soap scum and bacteria as after use, the soap is put back into the soap dish where it sits in residue water so as the soap dissolves it becomes a puddle of slime. By using a natural Sisal soap bag, the soap is suspended by its’ clever drawstring and dry’s out naturally between use so extending the life of your soap and preventing wastage.

3. Only the best exfoliation

The Sisal soap bag is a dual-action exfoliator. As an effective body scrubber but soft on the skin, it is an ideal way to get rid of dead skin. Use the soap bag to gently massage your body and the resulting lather works with the natural sisal bristles which are firm enough to slough off dead skin, without scratching, leaving your body smooth and invigorated.

Personalised-gift-selectionSo to sum up – the natural Sisal soap bag is a multi-tasking exfoliator, increases the life of your natural French soap bar and is plastic-free. This small accessory will reduce your carbon footprint making you squeaky-clean!

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Loxwood village fete and fun dog show
August 13, 2021

Loxwood village feteThe French Soap Store is delighted to announce that we will have a stand at our local village fete in Loxwood on Saturday, August the 21st from 11 am until 4 pm.

This family affair includes events such as a Fun Dog Show, Children’s Races, Punch & Judy, Magic Show, Bouncy Castle, Slinfold Concert Band, The North Singers, Face Painting as well as an excellent selection of stalls, Tombola, Grand Draw, Licensed Bar, Barbecue, Teas and many other attractions.

Our stand will include all the usual favourites French market soaps, organic donkey milk soaps and exfoliating soap bars, all of which can be purchased, 4 for £12. Our fabulous 240g soap on a rope (Savon de l’écolier) has a special offer, buy 3 and get a free 60g French guest soap. Plus sensational summer offermany more …

So put the date in your diary and come and enjoy the fun!

If you can’t get there just remember there is still our sizzling summer offer of 15% off any combination of our fabulous natural French soaps, but hurry this offer ends soon!

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#PlasticFreeJuly: switch to natural soap bars
July 1, 2021

#PlasticFreeJulyAre you taking part in #PlasticFreeJuly this year? Switching to our natural solid soap bars is a great way to reduce plastic waste.

Plastic Free July is a global annual campaign which encourages people to cut down on single use plastic and help to protect the planet.

The problem is even everyday tasks, like washing our hands, our hair or our home, can use numerous plastic bottles of shower gel, liquid soap, shampoo and detergent. That adds up to a lot of plastic, especially if you’re part of a large family.

So, how can you use less plastic? One simple step is to simply replace your plastic products with solid bars of soap, like the natural soap bars we stock here at the French Soap Store.

Our natural French zero-waste soaps are free from plastic and chemicals, which makes them better for the environment and better for your skin too.

Did you know you can shampoo with a solid bar of soap? Our organic solid French shampoo soap bars are the ideal plastic-free alternative to bottled shampoo. They last for ages too. Each one is chemical-free and handmade using nourishing natural oils.

You can clean just about everything with our traditional SAVON DE MARSEILLE. This handcrafted soap block is naturally anti-bacterial and can be used to clean everything from stone floors and delicate clothes. It’s so gentle on the skin, fabrics and the environment, we just add grated soap flakes directly to the wash.

Lose your bottle and choose solid soap

So, go on, take part in #PlasticFreeJuly and treat yourself to some natural plastic-free soap.

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Sensational Summer Offer!
June 24, 2021

sensational summer offerGet 15% off all our natural French soaps in our sensational summer offer!

Looking forward to the long hot summer days ahead? Then why not grab yourself a bargain in our super summer sale?

With 15% off your order of any combination of our fabulous natural French soaps, what’s not to like?!

Just add the code SUMMER15 at checkout and 15% of the total cost of your order will be deducted – it’s as simple as that.

But hurry as this offer is for a limited time only – a bit like our summer …

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Top to toe soap bars for every body
June 10, 2021

Natural-French-soapThere’s everything to love about our solid French soap bars. They’re 100% natural, vegan friendly and completely free from chemicals and synthetic additives – just simply made from gorgeous natural ingredients. They’re all you need to gently clean and nourish your face, hands, body and hair… and care for the environment too.

Treat your face to the finest care

Have you discovered our range of ultra-pure natural French soaps made with olive and coconut oils and organic shea butter? They feel fabulous on your face and because they’re so incredibly gentle they’re perfect for anyone with very sensitive skin.

shampoo-soap-barsNourish your hair naturally

Say goodbye to plastic bottles and chemicals and say hello to soft, shiny, healthy hair. Your hair needs as much gentle care as your skin, but many shampoos contain irritating detergents, foaming agents and preservatives that can make your scalp flaky or itchy. So, do try this natural solid shampoo bar. I love it. It’s easy to travel with too. 

Exfoliating Soap Lavender Flowers125gBuff your body with our exfoliating soaps

Scrub a dub dub with our sensational French exfoliating soaps. They contain real pieces of fruits and plants. The lavender bar for instance contains crushed lavender flowers from the fields of Provence. It feels so good to gently and naturally exfoliate your body and remove dead skin cells, leaving your skin smooth, fresh and healthy.

Treat yourself and your loved ones to natural soap

Father's-Day-giftsWith everyone handwashing more frequently these days, and more of us wanting to ditch single-use plastic and use fewer chemicals, our natural and sustainable French market gift soaps are perfect for friends, family and guests. Oh, and don’t forget Father’s Day – we’ve got some wonderful gift ideas for him here. Many guys have sensitive, dry or easily irritated skin who would appreciate our natural French soaps.

If you have any questions about our soaps or gifts, do get in touch with me, Katie, on 07867 486402 or email me at info@frenchsoapstore.co.uk and I’ll be very happy to help.

 

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Let’s talk about exfoliating!
April 16, 2021

Why exfoliate?

Depending on your skin type or even as we age, our skin’s natural cycle of shedding dead skin cells changes. Throughout the year, mainly due to the weather and climate, this cycle will also change, which is probably why many of you find your skin to become very lacklustre and dull during the winter months.

What is exfoliation?

Exfoliating removes the dead skin cells from the uppermost layer of the skin, not a nice thought I know, bringing newer skin cells to the surface to create younger fresher looking skin. This new skin holds water better and allows moisturisers to penetrate the layers instead of just sitting on top of the epidermis. It boosts circulation and unclogs pores for a smoother, more youthful complexion. To get the best results it’s recommended to exfoliate 2 to 3 times a week depending on your skin type.

Natural-french-soapsNatural French soaps to help you achieve softer, smoother skin

At the French Soap Store we have the ultimate products to help you achieve softer, smoother skin with our wide range of gentle exfoliating soap bars.

There is nothing better than starting the day with a refreshing shower using one of our organic soaps which contain seeds, herbs and flowers for that natural scrubby sensation. Our natural French soaps are silicone and paraben free, 100% vegetal and vegan friendly (except the donkey milk soaps which contain the milk of animal origin). Being enriched with organic Shea butter, these soaps leave your skin feeling soft and moisturised.

Our excellent range of soaps includes the Verbena exfoliating organic donkey milk soap for sensitive skin, a wide range of French market soaps and Écolier oval soap bars (otherwise know as soap on rope). Take a look at our best of both soaps, the orange and macadamia tandem soap. This all-natural soap has a dual-sided design; one exfoliating, one smooth. The rough side is dotted with grainy bits to exfoliate dead, flaky skin and the smooth side generates an ultra-creamy foam that softly moisturises. Bursting with natural essential oils that nourish, pamper and leave behind an amazing fragrance, these French soap bars are the best of both worlds.

With our great range of French soaps from Provence you are bound to find one that suits you. And to get the most out of your soap try an organic hemp soap bag which is not only great for holding your soap secure whilst in the bath or shower but also helps create more lather with the added benefit of gently exfoliating your skin as you bathe.

We are here to help

For more information or help choosing your exfoliating soap bars call us on 07867 486402 or email me, Katie at info@frenchsoapstore.co.uk and I’ll be delighted to help!

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Step into spring with our natural French soaps
April 9, 2021

At the French Soap Store we are getting into the spirit of spring! Blow those winter cobwebs away and embrace all this time of year has to offer with the natural vibrancy and richness of our wonderful fragrances available in our luxurious natural French soaps.

Natural-french-soapsGive your skin that much needed boost

During the long winter months our skin has had to endure harsh, freezing temperatures and dry, hot central heating and now needs some much deserved TLC. So why not treat yourself or a loved one to one of our range of cruelty-free, vegetal, organic donkey milk soap bars? Our Cherry blossom soap bar combines the scent of cherry blossom with soothing donkey milk creating the best combination to heal dry and cracked skin.

For hundreds of years, donkey milk soaps have been used to help those with skin conditions such as eczema, so if your skin is feeling a little sore from the cold winter months then this will help you to feel rejuvenated ready for getting out and about this spring.

French Soap on a Rope Lemon Rotating Wall-MountedUse our natural French soaps for a spring ‘makeover’

For a fresh scented room and a way of supporting the environment, use our citrus infused lemon soap on a rope and step towards a plastic free household this Spring. This handmade Savon écolier (school soap) complements any bathroom and makes the room smell wonderful too. The rope sits comfortably around your wrist making it easy to use and helps the soap to dry between uses, which makes it last much longer.

Spring, with Easter just past, is a time of the year that focuses on rebirth, so why not use this as an opportunity for change and start using one of our solid shampoo soap bars? Not only will your hair feel amazing, but these shampoo soap bars are plastic-free and a zero-waste alternative to bottled liquid shampoo which will help reduce your impact on the environment.

Bamboo-soap-dishWhy not upgrade your bathroom with more natural accessories such as our natural bamboo soap dish holder? The bamboo allows this unique design to create an optimum environment for your soap helping it to dry quickly after use. And makes it easier to clean too.

So step into spring with our wonderful range of natural French soaps that can be for everyday use and we also have a wide variety of gift boxes for any occasion. Why not take a look and get 15% off your first order!

If you can’t find what you are looking for or you want a special personalised spring selection of French soaps made up from our French soap range then please call Katie on 07867 486402 or email info@frenchsoapstore.co.uk, she will be delighted to help.

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Say “Je t’aime” with natural French soap this Valentine’s Day
January 16, 2021

Say “Je t’aime” with natural French soap this Valentine’s Day

Lavender-gift-boxShopping for your sweetheart? Then why not pamper them this Valentine’s Day with natural French soap bars handcrafted in Provence.

We have put together a range of exclusive gift boxes to suit every soap lover. If they love flowers, take a look at our pretty French floral soap gift boxes. You could pick a calming classic Lavender collection… or a bunch of different floral soap bars including rose and lotus flower. Blooming lovely!

Or perhaps invite them to get tutti-frutti in the tub with a delicious gift box of French fruit soaps with mouth-watering scents and luscious skin-softening ingredients.

Extra-gentle-soap-selectionThere’s a thoughtful gift box of our most ultra-gentle natural French soaps to treat someone with sensitive skin; which includes Savon de Marseille and hydrating donkey milk soaps as well as a set of French soap bars to share and a box of all our cute and creamy French gift soaps. We’ve even tailored a box of French market soaps we think the men in our lives will particularly love.

Whichever you choose, you can feel good knowing that all our handcrafted French soaps are triple-milled and enriched to create a divinely velvety lather to soften the skin. They’re beautifully packaged in a recycled box too.

Valentine's-Day-soap-Heart-dishPlus, don’t forget if you spend £20 or more we’ll include a FREE heart gift soap and a FREE handcrafted, heart-shaped rustic soap dish made from real slate.

So come and discover our wonderful natural French soaps – Shop Now>

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