Handmade Bar Soap

~$8 typical price

A thick bar of cold-process soap, often with oatmeal, goat milk or a simple essential oil.

Why it makes a great gift

It's a small luxury that gets used every day, and an unscented or lightly scented bar is safe for almost anyone.

Great for: Her Wife Girlfriend Mom Sister Him Husband Boyfriend
Occasions: Christmas Birthday Valentine's Day Mother's Day Father's Day Thank You Secret Santa Stocking Stuffer

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