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I Thought Soap Was Just Soap

I Thought Soap Was Just Soap

I get asked this more than almost any other question. My answer is always the same: yes and no. What separates one bar of soap from another goes deeper than most people realize, and it starts with how it's made.

Shane Powell
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Do the Oils Really Matter That Much?

Do the Oils Really Matter That Much?

Not all soap oils are created equal. Some nourish. Some harden. Some do real environmental damage. Here is an honest breakdown of the oils we use at Private Oaks, why we chose them, and why we deliberately left others out.

Shane Powell
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Tallow Soap vs. Plant Oil Soap: An Honest Comparison

Tallow Soap vs. Plant Oil Soap: An Honest Comparison

Tallow soap has real benefits. So does plant oil soap. The honest answer to which one is better depends entirely on who you are, what your skin needs, and where the ingredients actually come from. Here is a fair look at both.

Shane Powell
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