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Scrub Away! | The Benefits of Exfoliating | Basin
Some of the most common questions we receive are about our scrubs. Most people want to know the basics: what they're good for and how to use them. Let's start at the beginning. Scrubs are made for exfoliation, which is the process of removing dead skin cells from the skin using a granular substance.
Why [...]
Shampoo Bars | Cleanse Responsibly | Basin
What is solid hair care?
Believe it or not, all the nourishing ingredients your scalp and hair needs can be found in one compact bar. We've stripped away all the excess, harmful ingredients that are often found in commercial liquid shampoos and conditioners and kept only the good stuff! Our bars are free from [...]
Superfood Skincare | Kombucha & Turmeric Body Butter | Basin
It's often said "you are what you eat" and we would suggest this is true for what you put on your skin as well. Body Butter, arguably our most moisturizing product, features a creamy blend of cocoa butter, coconut oil, shea butter, and macadamia nut oil. Although rich, these ingredients absorb easily into the skin [...]
Are Baths Good For You? | Healthy Habits | Basin
Are Baths Good For You?
The concept of self-care is relatively new, originating as a medical term in the 60s and 70s. Nowadays, we define self-care as dedicated time to do anything healthy and positive to improve physical or mental health. It looks different for everybody. Sometimes self-care is practicing yoga. Sometimes it's [...]
Happiness in a Shower Bomb | Natural, Uplifting | Basin
Happiness in A Shower Bomb
Bring a bit of sunshine into your self-care routine with Happiness Shower Bomb! This uplifting blend of citrus essential oils including grapefruit, lime, lemon, orange, and litsea cubeba oils can brighten your mood and promote an overall sense of serenity. Even experts at the Mayo Clinic recommend a [...]
Bar Soap 101 | Everything You Need to Know | Basin
Multiple studies over the years have proven again and again that simple soap and water is the best way to fight off harmful germs and bacteria. But, how can this be when bacteria could be thriving on a piece of bar soap? Here are the facts!
Bar soap does not cause illness.
Yes, bacteria is probably [...]
Is Antibacterial Soap Better?
The marketing says it all: Kill up to 99.9% of germs with antibacterial soap! Despite this awesome guarantee, antibacterial products are not the best way to rid your skin of harmful bacteria. Let us break it down for you.
We live in a bacteria-infested world. While this sounds scary, you'll [...]
Skincare From Head To Toe | Step-By-Step | Basin
Figuring out your personal skincare routine can feel like a daunting task. There seems be to be an infinite amount of products on the market that all offer the same benefits. Do you really need five different moisturizers that all promise younger, glowing skin? Maybe you do. But we can also show you how to [...]
Travel The World in 6 Products | Inspired Skincare | Basin
Pack your bags! It's time to leave work and worries behind and seek out new adventures. Travel allows us to encounter cultures unlike our own and people unlike ourselves. It also allows us to experience unique sights, sounds, and fragrances specific to regions.
We canβt buy your plane tickets, but we can attempt to [...]