At the turn of the last century, the concept of liquid soap was still somewhat foreign. B.J. Johnson had only just invented his liquid soap, derived from palm and olive oils, two years before, in 1898. Over the next century, Johnson’s Palmolive and liquid soaps like it soared in popularity. As another century dawns, however, […]
As the holidays approach, we’re likely to be at more social gatherings. From work parties to family traditions, autumn and winter holidays involve a lot of togetherness and a lot of food… which can mean a lot of trips to the bathroom. As people host gatherings and get-togethers, guests may be shy about asking for […]
Candles can be festive or relaxing, practical or luxurious—but choosing paraffin candles can actually be hazardous to your health. Think about the black soot you can see around the tops of jar candles. That soot comes from paraffin smoke. Paraffin is a byproduct of refining oil, and can contain harmful chemicals. At Soaps & Scents, […]
