The Modest Soap Company

06/02/2016

Hello Soap Lovers!!! We have some really cool news. As you know we just created a new soap and it smells divine! Of course it's also made with our rich blend of oils and Shea butter so it also feels great. But that's not the best part. We couldn't think of a name that made us excited. Until now.

We have decided to call this special soap "Shelley". Are you puzzled? Some of you shouldn't be. We are naming this soap in honour of Shelley Marshall, a wonderful actor, comedian and woman who is changing the face of mental health every day with her play and her very real connection to everyone around her. In spite of suffering from severe PTSD, depression and anxiety, Shelley shares her story on stage and is so very open about her struggles.

But it's not just about a great soap. It's also about giving back. So we are going to donate $2 from every bar of "Shelley" sold to a charity that will be chosen by Shelley herself. The first batch will be ready in three weeks.

Because we want to give as much to charity as possible, the five bar discount will not apply to this particular scent. Please message us to preorder.

05/20/2016

Oh. My. We have two new scents coming and they are incredible. Months we have searched. Months we have waited. And they arrived today!!!!! I put some on after my shower tonight and I can't stop smelling myself. New batches of soap will be made this weekend. Ready for sale in four weeks.

05/02/2016

Mother's day is May 8th, don't miss out on purchasing some soap for Mom !!!!!

03/07/2016

New batch of cream made today. We have 10 jars (30g) available and 2 jars (60g) available. $10 and $18 respectively. Remember! A little goes a long way.

03/03/2016

Hey Soap Addicts!!! The verdict is in - our new skin cream is awesome!!!! After much research and experimentation (thank you to our testers) we have a formula that does exactly what it's supposed to and more. Made with a variety of non-comedogenic oils and butters this stuff moisturizes, protects and heals without making the skin greasy or break out. It's safe to use anywhere and on anyone*. We did not put any preservatives in it so each batch we make is small and to order. So you get fresh and natural. Also since we will be packaging each order on demand we can also custom scent each cream just for you.

* note that even natural products can cause irritation or aggravate allergies. You should always test a patch area if you are prone to sensitivities or allergies. Our products also contain Shea Butter so anyone with nut allergies shouldn't use our products.

01/18/2016

Your skin is your body's largest organ. Not only does it hold everything in place - it's also a gateway for things going in and out of your body. So doesn't it make sense to make sure that your skin is healthy and strong? Things like pollution, dirt, dried sweat, makeup and even some skin care products can block the efficiency of your skin. Proper nutrition and plenty of water are vital at a cellular level. Good hygiene is also important but not if it counteracts the hard work of food and water. Having a shower with a commercial body wash and shampoo that chemically strips your skin and hair then chemically replaces that natural moisture with a chemical compound doesn't make sense. Our soaps and lotions work with your body's own system to supplement not strip moisture. Our lotions are penetrating and protecting while still allowing your skin to absorb moisture from the air and to also release toxins. Most commercial products are volumized using water and therefore the manufacturers have to add copious amounts of preservatives. I want to look as young as the next person but I don't want to be preserved with formaldehyde. Yuk! We don't use water to volumize and make our product bigger than you need. A little goes a long way and your skin will show the difference. Our soap can also be used as a shampoo. So you can pretty much clear out your bathroom of all those chemical potions and replace with a few simple little items. It's that easy.

01/17/2016

An allergy can happen with anything. But I have used this lip balm and I find I have to apply it over and over. Some flavours and ingredients actually have a drying effect. Our new lip balm not only moisturizers, it also grabs moisture from the air and protects the lips from moisture loss. Damn fine stuff I must say! And you don't need to apply it every 15 minutes.

A class-action lawsuit against EOS claims its lip balm can cause "devastating adverse reactions."

01/16/2016

Exciting day today, Soap Lovers!!! Michelle and I are busting our butts to make soap, lotion and a killer lip balm.

Today's new soap scent....Coconut Lime!!! (And now that song pops into your head..you put the lime in the coconut..)

01/12/2016

OMG! Last night Michelle and I created a new batch of lotion. We replaced the coconut oil with a combination of Sweet Almond, Rose Hip and Meadowfoam Oils. The reasoning is that in large quantities, CO can actually be drying (which is why I had to keep applying the first batch so much). And we removed the Neem oil because it made the lotion smell like peanut butter. Lol.

This new lotion is super light and goes on like whipping cream (for those of you who use whipping cream on your face ;P). I put some on after my shower last night and my skin feels amazing. Best of all there is no scent to this lotion other than a slight, I mean very slight natural leaf smell.

Our guinea pigs will be getting their samples shortly then we will be putting it out there for sale. You will love it!

Edited to say: we researched and used a combinations of oils that have great skin pe*******on and a very low or zero on the Comedogenic (pore clogging) scale. So even if you're prone to break-outs this lotion won't aggravate your skin. In fact, switching your routine to natural sources will reduce the stress on your skin and reduce breakouts. OTC products use chemicals to strip away your natural benefits then replace them with artificial moisturizers. That can't be good...

01/02/2016

My daughter Reta asked me to make her an after shower oil blend. She really got into the groove as she dipped qtips into different oils and made perfume bouquets. Her final choice - chocolate and lime - a Mochajito! It's her own personal scent!

We've been collecting oils over the last few months specifically to offer personalized scents. Stay tuned to find out when we will be having a design your own perfume party!

12/30/2015

Hi Soap Lovers! We are looking for several people to try our products and give us feedback. The catch is that you need to live close enough that we can bring your sample products to you. We will choose from those interested to get a full range of skin care issues and personal requirements. This is not human trials, so you won't feel like a poor wee monkey in a cage. We want to know if our products smell good, moisturizer well and are worth creating for others. In return for your assistance, you will get a new product as we create it and you can have bragging rights. PM us if interested. Copy the following and fill in the blanks

Age:
Gender:
Recurring skin issues:
Allergies:
Medications:
Pregnant:
Address:
Skin type:
Favourite Scent:

It is important to note that we do use essential oils some of which may not be recommended for pregnant women and could affect your medication. It's not likely but it can happen so if you are not comfortable sharing that personal information we understand.

12/22/2015

Give us your best shot!!!!