Category: Hair & Body

Last Updated: January 2025

After using Dove’s Original beauty bar for decades, I was ready to find a parfum-free alternative about two years ago. Yes, I could have simply transitioned over to their Sensitive Skin body bar which is fragrance-free, conveniently sold at Costco, and quite affordable. However, I was eager to support a smaller brand who incorporated natural fragrances into their formulas since I still enjoy the aromatherapy effects of using a minimally scented soap in a hot shower. It’s no secret that quality items made by smaller companies cost an arm and a leg compared to products sold by giant corporations. However, after some searching – I discovered Good Soap by Alaffia – an affordable bar soap sold at Whole Foods.

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I moisturize throughout the year, but now that we are in the thick of autumn and temperatures are cooling down, my skin is in constant need of hydration. Drinking plenty of water, maintaining a well balanced diet, and applying products that contain hyaluronic acid are the main ways I keep my skin hydrated. However, the simple act of applying moisturizers is how I lock in that all important hydration and keep my skin feeling soft, supple, and smooth. See below for some of my current favorites.

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If you have yet to read Part 1 of this post, I definitely suggest that you start there, BUT if you already took a peek at the first portion of my deodorant saga, the time has finally come – the moment you [people who care about their underarms] have all been waiting for – the moment I’ve been waiting for — the big reveal!

The very first deodorant my mom purchased for me was actually 100% natural but also 100% ineffective. The story is pretty hysterical and goes as follows…