Green Daily

Many, many years ago I was at a sleepover when the host produced a bottle of Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps. The liquid soap was peppermint scented and although the label was slowly peeling off the bottle, I could still make out much of the text and it seemed to me that the soap had been created by a mad man.

Listed on the bottle were many uses for this soap including, facial masks, mouthwash, household cleanser, shaving lather and massage oil. Of course the most striking thing about the text was the religious ranting and bits about Thomas Paine. I remember the invigorating scent of the peppermint and a sensation that could only be described as "tingly" while I scrubbed. I fell in love instantly.

Though there are no longer paper labels on the bottles, Dr. Bronner's soap is still made with organic oils and contains no synthetic chemicals or petroleum. The bottles themselves are made from 100% post consumer content. I've tried the other scents (lavender, eucalyptus, aloe vera, almond and tea tree oil) but peppermint is still my favorite.

With respect to sustainability, social responsibility, fair trade, animal cruelty and impact on the environment, Dr. Bronner's is probably one of the most earth friendly commercial soaps there are. Whether you are looking for a solution for sensitive skin (like Marisa), a cleanser that can be is compatible with a greywater system, or to green up your bath regime, give Dr. Bronner's a try.