In recent news, concerns have been raised about the presence of cancer-causing chemicals in popular acne products. While the title is, Maker’s Perspective: Small-Batch vs. Mass-Produced Skincare. I am also speaking as a concerned parent, understanding that a lot of these products are used by our teens and young adults. This revelation underscores the importance of being mindful of what we put on our skin. As a small-batch skincare maker, I am passionate about crafting products with utmost care and intentionality. While Hazel’s Soapery does not and will not ever make any medical claims, I feel ..read more

Hey Soapies: Yay, It’s the first day of Fall. Is anyone else excited? Well, let’s talk, about how to keep your Summer Glow all through Fall with Comfy Cozy Lotion. As the leaves start to turn and the air becomes crisper, we hope this message finds you well and ready to embrace the beauty of autumn. All while maintaining that radiant summer glow. We’ve been working tirelessly all summer to bring a little extra magic to your skincare routine. However, now that the cooler months are upon us, we’re excited to introduce you to the perfect companion for the season – our Comfy Cozy All-Natural Lotion ..read more

As many of you know, at Hazel’s Soapery we love to keep you informed. So today we are discussing another Buzz Word: What are Humectants? We know you have heard of them, but what do they do and how does this help your skin? Definition: hu·mec·tant [hyo͞oˈmektnt] NOUN humectants (plural noun) a substance, especially a skin lotion or a food additive, used to reduce the loss of moisture. Source: Oxford Dictionary Did you know humectants are the key to locking in that much-needed moisture for your skin? They work wonders by drawing moisture from the air and locking it into your skin, leavin ..read more

Have you noticed that during the Winter months, your skin lacks that Summer Glow? Do you feel that because your body is covered in sweaters and winter coats you don’t need to exfoliate as often? Well, I am guilty of the same. I mean, Baby it’s cold outside and I’m all bundled up doing my best to stay warm! Seriously, why bother? However, here are 5 Reasons to Exfoliate During Winter. Exfoliating your skin during the winter can help reduce the appearance of dry, flaky skin and give your skin a more even, toned look. Sounds good! Exfoliation can help remove dead skin cells, which can make your ..read more

Buzz Word: What is an Adaptogen? As the year drew to a close, I started to notice this word, Adaptogen, pop up more often. Now if you are into natural health and skin care, you might be familiar with the term. However, if you are new, just dipping your toes into herbs and natural skin care, Some of these words aren’t as familiar. No Worries! A big part of Hazel’s Soapery is not only to provide Skin Essentials but to also break down some of the jargon. So that you are aware of what it means and make sound decisions. Not simply because you’ve heard it 50,000,000 times. Note: I am NOT in the medi ..read more

Hey everyone. I hope you all had a wonderful Holiday Season. Ours was really busy and boy was I brain tired. So as I realized not only was I tired but drained, far more than normal. I started to look up remedies for Winter Blues. Now there are several really detailed, science-based articles out there. But this will be a little different, with no fancy-schmancy tips that take a lot of time. Just 5 Simple Tips to Combat Winter Doldrums. Tip 1: Sun as Much as Possible Let’s face it! We all know that Winter can be gray and gloomy. However, the sun is still there and still helps a lot! When possibl ..read more

If you like Natural Soap, You see them everywhere. Are they the same? African Black Soap (ABS) and Activated Charcoal Soap. I mean Activated Charcoal Soap is Black. African Black Soap is not. Are they the same soap? Are they used the same? African Black Soap vs. Activated Charcoal Soap. What’s the Difference? Hopefully by the end of this post. I will have answered a few of your questions. What is African Black Soap? African Black Soap, also known as Alata Samina, is an all-natural soap that originated in Nigeria and is also made in Ghana. The process used to make it is very similar to hot proc ..read more

Watch our latest video, Making Mint to Be All Natural Soap. Yes, it’s made and back in stock. Mint to Be All Natural Soap will put a pep in your step! Made with Peppermint Essential Oil, Menthol and French Pink Clay. Mint to Be is the soap bar to use when you want to feel refreshed and clean. Want to see how we make it? Watch the video below. Hot Process Soap Making: Mint to Be Also, be sure that you are following us on our social media channels. In addition, be sure to tap the notifications. That way you won’t miss us live AND ya’ll can chat with me while I make! This video was streamed live ..read more

You read it right! Coffee Soaps Back in Stock with a Makeover! What Changed? How could we improve on our already fabulous Coffee Soaps? You ask. Here is how. For starters, we changed the shape. After receiving feedback from many of you about the pleasure you experience when using the massage bars. We changed the shape of the coffee bar from our traditional square mold to the massage bar shape. I’m Awake and Stay Woke have a new look! I’m Awake Then to give the I’m Awake bar an extra boost we added fresh coffee grounds to the bar. Why? Many of you commented that you loved the bar, but were also ..read more

Hey All: I hope everyone is doing well. This post is about A Boy A Blanket and A Gift. Before I get to the story, two fun facts about me. Fact 1: I have always had very vivid dreams that I oftentimes remember. Many times they happen in real life. One of the things my Grandmother, Hazel would often do was ask me in the mornings, “What did you dream about?” She would then quickly stop me and say, “Don’t tell until you had something to eat” and pop some type of food in my mouth. Fact 2: This isn’t my first blog. As a matter of fact, it’s my 4th. One site was called Online Fellowship, no not a dat ..read more