Not all soap is created equal. Here's what sets real, handmade cold process soap apart from the mass-produced bars you’ll find in shops—and why it’s better for your skin, and the planet.

When my original supplier ran out of stock, I went looking for an Irish-grown rapeseed oil that shared my values. Here’s how I chose a new partner—and why the quality of this oil matters so much for your skin.

It’s not the flashiest ingredient—but it’s my favourite. Here’s why organic Irish rapeseed oil makes such a gentle, nourishing base for handmade soap, and why I’ve chosen to build my recipes around it.