Avocado Oil is a Very Nutritious Plant Oil

We ran out of Avocado Oil and had to pick some up today, which prompted this post on how special Avocado Oil is for the skin.  Avocado Oil is one of the most penetrative and nutritious of all natural plant oils and is deeply absorbed by the squamous (top) layer of the skin.

Rich in Vitamins A, D and E, lecithin, and potassium, Avocado Oil is naturally hydroscopic and acts as an emollient to promote soft and supple tissue making it helpful for eczema, psoriasis, and acne. 

Avocado Oil is also high in sterolins, which are reputed to reduce age spots and help heal sun damage and scars while its powerful antioxidants to fortify circulating white blood cells, helping to prevent skin oxidation and free radical formation.  

Leather Rebel an Inspired Soap

Sometimes in our soap making we get surprised. We had a special request soap for a leather scented soap. Our first impression was that a soap smelling of leather would be unusual and off putting.

 

The final result would end up being very different.  At this point this is one of my favorites. As it turns out, a smooth smell of leather makes the perfect Mens fragrance.

To give an idea of what our LEATHER REBEL soap is made of, we implore you to the watch the following.

Judas Priest - Hell Bent For Leather.

Blue Agave

Right now we're working on a Blue Agave soap with a floral smell. A mix of Rose and Ylang Ylang.

 

We're a big fan of raw agave.  This is a wonderful plant where its nectar is very beneficial to the skin.  

Agave Nectar comes from the Agave plant, best recognized as the plant from which tequila is made. Agave nectar was used by the Aztecs in Mexico for hundreds of years as a remedy to cure many types of skin conditions and wounds, and is also known for its anti-aging properties.

Agave Nectar comes from the Agave plant, best recognized as the plant from which tequila is made. Agave nectar was used by the Aztecs in Mexico for hundreds of years as a remedy to cure many types of skin conditions and wounds, and is also known for its anti-aging properties.