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bandwapothecary
Apr 16, 20241 min read
When is Soap not 'Soap'
First, what exactly is soap? When a fatty acid, commonly vegetable or animal fats, are combined with a base (lye), the resulting chemical...
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bandwapothecary
Jan 4, 20241 min read
Skin Hydration vs. Moisturize
Hydration and moisturization are two distinct concepts for skincare. Understanding the difference between them is important for creating...
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bandwapothecary
Dec 29, 20223 min read
Natural Products, Myth vs. Fact
The cosmetic and personal care industry is saturated with products that claim to be natural, all-natural or organic, but what does this...
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bandwapothecary
Sep 18, 20201 min read
Aloe Vera vs. Water
Do you know what's in your skin care? Every product uses a base ingredient that is listed first on the label. This ingredient makes up...
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bandwapothecary
May 27, 20201 min read
Exfoliate into Summer
Summer is here! Is your skin ready? During the summer months we tend to expose our skin to the sun and other irritants more from being...
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bandwapothecary
Dec 24, 20192 min read
Soap vs. Oil Cleansing
We all want to be clean right? What then is the best way to achieve clean while still maintaining the natural balance of our skin? For...
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bandwapothecary
May 6, 20192 min read
Dangers of Mica
What is mica? You would be surprised to know that it can be found in almost every cosmetic or beauty product that has any color, sheen...
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bandwapothecary
Feb 6, 20192 min read
H2O, Drink Don't Wear
Yes, water is good for you, but to drink not put it on your skin. What?! It's just water you say, how could it possibly be bad for my...
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bandwapothecary
May 2, 20182 min read
Pores, Battle of All Ages
Skin is skin. If I break out I will just wash more, and choose oil-free products. If my skin is too dry I will just use coconut oil and...
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bandwapothecary
Mar 11, 20182 min read
Are you a lyer?
If you use soap then you are a lye user, therefore a LYER, but hey, everyone needs to be clean! For those companies that claim to sell...
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