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Remember when bar soap felt like... your grandma's thing? Those slippery, mystery bars that lived in dishes by every sink, slowly dissolving into sad little slivers? Yeah, we're not talking about those. Bar soap is having a major glow-up, and honestly? It's about time. While we've been pumping plastic bottles of liquid soap like there's no tomorrow, the humble bar has been quietly waiting in the wings, ready to prove it's not only back, but better than ever. At Hyssop Beauty Apothecary, we've been team bar soap since day one. Our handcrafted, small-batch bars aren't just soap, they're a statement. A rebellion against wasteful packaging, sketchy ingredients, and the idea that "modern" always means "better." If you're ready to browse,...

Welcome back to Clean Beauty 101! If you've been following along, you've already mastered how to read ingredient labels in Part 1 and memorized the Dirty Dozen ingredients to avoid in Part 2. Now it's time to tackle the trickiest part of clean beauty: greenwashing. You know that feeling when you're standing in the skincare aisle, holding a bottle covered in leaves and the word "natural" stamped everywhere, only to flip it over and find parabens, synthetic fragrance, and a chemical you can't pronounce? Yeah. That's greenwashing, and it's everywhere. Let's break down how big brands trick you into thinking their products are clean, and how you can become too smart to fall for it. What Is Greenwashing, Anyway? Greenwashing...

So you're thinking about making the switch from your usual drugstore shelf staples to something a little more... intentional. Maybe you've been eyeing those apothecary brands with their amber glass bottles and ingredient lists you can actually pronounce. Or maybe you're just tired of slathering on products that feel like they're 90% filler and 10% "stuff that might actually work." Either way, welcome. You're in the right place. Transitioning to clean, handcrafted skincare isn't as intimidating as it might seem, but there are a few things worth knowing before you dive in headfirst. Think of this as your friendly guide to understanding what makes apothecary beauty different, why it matters, and how to make the switch without overthinking it. 1....

Walk into any drugstore and you'll find shelves lined with lotions promising intense hydration, anti-aging benefits, and glowing skin. But here's something most brands won't tell you: up to 80% of that bottle is water. The waterless skincare movement isn't just another beauty trend: it's a shift toward intentional formulation: asking what’s in the bottle, why it’s there, and whether it’s doing real work for your skin (and the planet). At Hyssop Beauty Apothecary, we’re not here to demonize water. We’re here to make sure every ingredient earns its place: whether that means a fully waterless balm, a concentrated oil, or a purposefully water-based serum designed to deliver hydration where it counts. So let’s talk about what you’re really putting...

Natural skincare is crowded—and “clean” can mean a hundred different things depending on who’s saying it. At Hyssop Beauty Apothecary, we keep it simple and grounded in two non-negotiables: quality and safety. If you’ve ever wondered what truly sets one natural skincare line apart from another, you’re in the right place. Below, we’re sharing a behind-the-scenes look at how we formulate, bottle, and manufacture—so you can feel confident about what you’re putting on your skin. Our approach is practical, transparent, and intentionally meticulous, because the details matter. Why We Don't Offer Refills (And Why That's Actually a Good Thing) Sustainability matters to us—deeply. And we also believe skincare deserves the same care you’d expect from anything made for the health...