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| happymama58 |
Posted - Mar 25 2006 : 12:17:20 PM
I am planning to buy some FarmGirl products & figure I'll start with soap. I've read different posts about what people use and am a bit confused.
Do some of you use bar soap (not store-bought) as shampoo? If so, what do you use? I have dry hair and struggle a bit with dandruff, so any suggestions would be appreciated.
As far as soaps for your body & face, what do you suggest? I have dry skin and a bit of exzema (sp?).
I would really like to switch to all-natural products and support FarmGirls, but don't really know what to buy. I'd really appreciate hearing about what you use and why. Oh, when I say what you use, I don't want to hurt any feelings since more than one FarmGirl makes/sells soap, so if you'd just share what kind of products (as in, what ingredients) you use. I hope that makes sense. Thanks so much!
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| therusticcottage |
Posted - Mar 25 2006 : 10:58:56 PM
Now that I use handmade soaps, lotions, ets all the time I could never go back to store bought. All those chemicals - yuk!
My daughter Missy makes great soap too. Everything in hers is all natural -- no fragrance oils, colorants, etc. Just essential oils, herbs, etc. She just made a calendula soap that is working wonders on her little boys eczema. Her Etsy shop is http://www.lamargueritefarm.etsy.com
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| Alee |
Posted - Mar 25 2006 : 8:09:40 PM
I make and use my own soap. usually I still buy store bought shampoo because I have not yet converted my boyfriend and habits die hard, although I did go almost all winter using up my supply of summer crafted soaps on my hair and they worked great. I also use them to wash my dog since they lather great while they are in the hair, but rinse very quickly, unlike traditional shampoos that can take a long time to rinse out. I go ahead and just rub the bar of soap on my hair. I suppose you could dissolve it in to water to make it more "shampoo"y.
To help with dandruff- have you tried dumping straight lemon juice on your scalp and letting it sit for about 3 minutes? This helps break up the dead skin cells and helps to stimulate new growth. I think a soap with lemon juice in it would be good for your scalp. |
| lonestargal |
Posted - Mar 25 2006 : 8:05:56 PM
Patti, the only farmgirl stuff I've tried is Susan's soaps. They are WONDERFUL!! (Not to say the other farmgirl soaps aren't, I just haven't tried them yet!) I can't complain about one scent that I have. I also use her lipbalm and next to Burt's Bees, it's the best I've used. I have horribly sensitive skin, everything makes me break out and itch. Her soaps are wonderful, I use them on my body and face without any problem.
I have used her soaps before on my hair but I prefer to use shampoo bars from www.chagrinvalleysoapandcraft.com when I want a bar shampoo. Just make sure to use an apple cider vinegar rinse afterwards. |
| ThymeForEweFarm |
Posted - Mar 25 2006 : 5:41:07 PM
I use a bar of soap for shampoo now and then. If I'm going to work in the garden I shampoo with my Bug Off! bar, for example. Rosemary is good for dandruff.
Robin
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| celebrate2727 |
Posted - Mar 25 2006 : 2:23:56 PM
Hi Patti-
Check with Susan Dahlem,the soap maven. Her products are outstanding. Plus it's always nice to support A FELLOW FARMGIRL! I too have very dry skin and it can be very sensitive. I love her products and have not had any problems with it. I do however get told how great I smell from many people! Go to-
www.thesoapmaven.com
blessings
beth
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