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Thursday, March 8, 2012

Lotion Bar Fun

I have been researching why Lotion Bars are so popular. I have to say that I can't find huge differences in a solid lotion bar and cream lotion. There is some thought that a lotion bar does not wash off like a cream lotion. Which is nice, you aren't having to reapply it with every hand wash.
From what I can see if you are buying "Natural" either form of lotion is good. That is why testing and trying the lotion bar made a "lover for the Bar" out of me.
The feeling is defiantly different. I did find that it stayed on me much longer, even with hand washing, laundry and more. I so loved the way it just melted into my skin, creating a wonderful barrier between my skin and the elements of weather and life. The bee's wax is a wonderful ingredient, it is an antibacterial and anti-fungal  product, but it is also an anti-inflammatory agent. So it will help with chapped, dry and cracked skin. Bee's wax has also been known to help with some symptoms of allergies, hay fever, arthritis and even aging skin.
Instead of petroleum or mineral oils, I used Coconut Oil and Calendula Oil. Both know for their amazing skin healing properties. They are very gentle oils that moisturize beautifully. They don't sit on top of the skin, but soak in and down to where your skin needs it most.
These also have Shea Butter which is wonderful for moisturizing your skin. It soaks in and never clogs your pores. It will revitalize your skin with it's own natural vitamin's of A, E and F, and help your skin maintaine natural moisture all day.
I think the final thing I really like is that it was easy to use. I could easily rub the bar on my elbows, knees and heals. I have to say I really liked the lotion bar and my head is racing with all the different types of Butters and Oils I can use. Not to mention the scent factor. Today I made Oatmeal~Lavender and Tangerine~Fig bars.
I can see a great deal of fun lotion bars in stock soon!!!