This is one of my best tips for acne, especially cystic acne: Gingerly Snapped’s Acne Spot Treatment!

Anyone who has tried this spot treatment can tell you that you can feel this “black stuff” working! The eucalyptus and peppermint essential oils deeply penetrate the pore and open it, allowing for the activated charcoal and bentonite clay to detoxify the oils, dirt, and puss (yuk!) that causes skin to clog and acne to form.

Even deep cystic acne can be treated with one application for fifteen minutes a day and a change can be seen in only a few days. As someone who suffers from cystic acne myself, this was truly my goal with this skin treatment.

My spring collection has been looking rather green so far thanks to my new all natural colorant, derived from a mix of chlorella and spirulina. Not only is this blend a brilliant, deep hue of emerald, but it’s also an ideal ingredient to benefit the skin!

Chlorella promotes collagen in skin, which helps restore skin’s natural elasticity and reduce fine lines and wrinkles. It’s packed with vitamins and minerals that reduce skin inflammation and promote overall skin health, creating a lovely glow.

Spirulina is the perfect complement to chlorella, as it tones the skin for an anti-aging effect and prevents acne build up and inflammation creating a radiant appearance.

Beeswax may seem like a little ingredient, one that is added to help a product keep its shape, but it actually goes a long way to add beneficial qualities to your skincare and even hair care products!

When applied to the skin, beeswax creates a lasting barrier that helps lock in moisture as well as promote skin regeneration. The natural anti-inflammatory properties of beeswax help soothe irritated skin, making it a great choice for products such as my lotion bars for those with dry, itchy skin.

Beeswax is also a good choice for hair care products, such as our beard balms, because it can provide the same moisturizing effects as it does for the skin. The same thin but mighty layer that helps add some much needed moisture will also help shape hair, lock it into place, and create shine while acquiring extra protection to prevent split ends. If all that wasn’t enough, beeswax even encourages hair growth!

Be sure to check out the other amazing ingredients in both our lotion bars and beard balms in our shop!

Have you ever asked yourself why would anyone switch from store bought soap to artisan cold processed soap? 

Store bought soaps have detergents and synthetic fragrances in them. These things can trigger allergies, cause irritation, and even strip the natural oils from your skin. 

Cold process soaps, such as the artisan bars I make, have oils, butters, and glycerins that add moisture to the skin. Personally, I use only essential oils to scent all my products rather than fragrance oils to add even more benefits and reduce the chance of irritation for those with sensitive allergies. 

Try a sample today and see the difference yourself!

If you struggle with blemishes, then this is the post for you…

A lot of Gingerly Snapped soaps have a dramatic swirl to them, and most can thank the black coloring of activated charcoal for that extra flair. However, activated charcoal isn’t only used in our products for its coloring. It’s also extremely beneficial for the skin! 

Due to its porous nature, activated charcoal is very absorbent. It soaks up excess oil, dirt, toxins, and impurities leaving skin clean and fresh. By removing all the excess buildup from pores, it gives your skin a chance to heal and fight acne as well as giving the freshly cleaned pores to shrink back to their natural size. 

When combined with essential oils such as eucalyptus and tea trees or other acne fighting ingredients such as bentonite clay, activated charcoal is one of the best tools to combat breakouts! See for yourself and try out Gingerly Snapped’s Acne Spot Treatment or our Tea Tree & Charcoal Clay Face Mask or even our Detoxifying Charcoal Face Soap! 

Why does Gingerly Snapped have so many shea butter centered products?

As I've fallen deeper and deeper in love with the nurturing, healing powers of shea butter, it has slowly become the cornerstone of my supplies. 

It is rich in many vitamins, including A, D, E, and K, and high in important fatty acids. These key components moisturize and soften the skin while nurturing it with anti-inflammatory and regenerative properties.

From your hair to your toes, shea butter can make a deep impact. Check out my lines of whipped body butters, lotion bars, shampoo bars, moisturizing beard balms, and dog shampoo bars, all containing a healthy dose of shea butter love! 

One of the wonderful thing about exploring the soap world is the different recipes you encounter. Some people prefer recipes rich in shea butter while others may choose one with a lard base. Some people find a salt soap meets their needs while others choose a loofah soap for extra exfoliation. I offer a variety in my shop, but the most common you will see at Gingerly Snapped is a blend of olive oil, coconut oil, canola oil, and sunflower oil. Of all the hundreds of recipes out there, why did I choose these oils?

🧼 Olive oil is naturally cleansing while also moisturizing to the skin. It heals and renews the skin, helping to create a more youthful appearance.
🧼 Coconut oil is similar in its healing properties, and it also reduces inflammation and acts as an anti-bacterial. This oil is also very well known for its ability to add moisture to the skin.
🧼 Canola oil strengthens skin tissues and smooths it while also creating a protective barrier that prevents moisture from escaping.
🧼 Sunflower oil moisturizes and protects skin like the other oils, while also unclogging pores and soothing skin. This helps brighten and smooth skins texture.

Gingerly Snapped soaps are made with a wide variety of natural ingredients, often including teas. Although these teas can contribute to the smell, color, and texture of the soap, the reason for their use goes much deeper.

For starters, tea soaps contain antioxidants that help protect the skin and work to prevent further damage. Certain types of tea soaps, like those containing green tea, can also have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Meanwhile, those containing chamomile tea can help soothe and calm irritated skin. Another huge benefit to tea soaps is that they encourage collagen production, helping to smooth and brighten the skin’s surface.

Be sure to check out Gingerly Snapped’s numerous tea soaps, including Chamomile Oatmeal, Green Tea & Lemon, and Chai Time!

Here’s something I wish I knew earlier: soap made with kombucha is AMAZING for the skin! Similar to how drinking kombucha is good for your gut health, kombucha soap is probiotic rich, anti-inflammatory, and stimulates the skin to release dead skin cells - leaving it feeling fresher and softer than ever. Other than being superb for your skin, kombucha soap has a natural earthy scent, rinses very well from the skin, and is very natural.

Don’t forget to check out Gingerly Snapped’s new Honey & Yogurt line of soaps, made with in-house brewed kombucha!