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Have Empty Milk Bath Containers? Here are 6 Ways to Upcycle Them

It’s no secret that an at-home milk bath is one of the most relaxing, self-indulgent (and affordable!) ways that we can practice a little self-care at home. It’s like dipping...

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Have Empty Milk Bath Containers? Here are 6 Ways to Upcycle Them

It’s no secret that an at-home milk bath is one of the most relaxing, self-indulgent (and affordable!) ways that we can practice a little self-care at home. It’s like dipping...

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Here's Why Coconut Oil is Still a Magic Skincare Ingredient

Quick Summary: Coconut oil has earned its reputation as a skincare staple thanks to its rich fatty acid content, antibacterial properties, and deep hydration benefits. Used for centuries in tropical...

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Here's Why Coconut Oil is Still a Magic Skincare Ingredient

Quick Summary: Coconut oil has earned its reputation as a skincare staple thanks to its rich fatty acid content, antibacterial properties, and deep hydration benefits. Used for centuries in tropical...

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Our Best Tips for Starting a Business: What We've Learned After 10 Years

Our Best Tips for Starting a Business: What We've Learned After 10 Years

This was written by Bend Soap Company Co-Founder, Marilee Johnson.  We get questions all the time from people who want to start their own business and thought we’d share a...

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Our Best Tips for Starting a Business: What We've Learned After 10 Years

This was written by Bend Soap Company Co-Founder, Marilee Johnson.  We get questions all the time from people who want to start their own business and thought we’d share a...

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For the Love of Manufacturing: How We Grew Our Soap Making Business

For the Love of Manufacturing: How We Grew Our Soap Making Business

This year may mark 10 years in manufacturing for Bend Soap Company, but it signifies decades more for our founder, Dwight Johnson. In fact, our success can largely be attributed...

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For the Love of Manufacturing: How We Grew Our Soap Making Business

This year may mark 10 years in manufacturing for Bend Soap Company, but it signifies decades more for our founder, Dwight Johnson. In fact, our success can largely be attributed...

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Celebrating 10 Years: A Look Back at Bend Soap Co. Over the Years

Celebrating 10 Years: A Look Back at Bend Soap Co. Over the Years

Bend Soap Co. is turning 10 this year and we're throwing a special anniversary event to show our appreciation for the Central Oregon community that helped us get started! This...

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Celebrating 10 Years: A Look Back at Bend Soap Co. Over the Years

Bend Soap Co. is turning 10 this year and we're throwing a special anniversary event to show our appreciation for the Central Oregon community that helped us get started! This...

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white label skin care products

Are Expensive Skincare Products Really Worth It?

Quick Summary: When it comes to skincare, expensive doesn’t always mean better. This blog breaks down the surprising truth behind high-priced skincare products and how many use cheap, low-quality, and...

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Are Expensive Skincare Products Really Worth It?

Quick Summary: When it comes to skincare, expensive doesn’t always mean better. This blog breaks down the surprising truth behind high-priced skincare products and how many use cheap, low-quality, and...

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Beneath the Surface: Simple Ways to Care for Aging Skin

Beneath the Surface: Simple Ways to Care for Aging Skin

Quick Summary: Our skin ages through both natural (intrinsic) and environmental (extrinsic) factors like sun exposure and pollution. Aging slows down skin cell turnover, reduces collagen and elastin production, and...

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Beneath the Surface: Simple Ways to Care for Aging Skin

Quick Summary: Our skin ages through both natural (intrinsic) and environmental (extrinsic) factors like sun exposure and pollution. Aging slows down skin cell turnover, reduces collagen and elastin production, and...

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woman shaving her legs with goat milk soap

The Benefits of Goat Milk Soap & 5 Unexpected Ways You Can Use It

Quick Summary: Goat milk soap isn’t just a nourishing cleanser—it’s a multi-use skincare powerhouse. Beyond traditional bathing, it can be used as shaving cream, solid shampoo, face wash, baby wash,...

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The Benefits of Goat Milk Soap & 5 Unexpected Ways You Can Use It

Quick Summary: Goat milk soap isn’t just a nourishing cleanser—it’s a multi-use skincare powerhouse. Beyond traditional bathing, it can be used as shaving cream, solid shampoo, face wash, baby wash,...

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5 Bend Soap Co. Products to Bring on Your Next Camping Trip

5 Bend Soap Co. Products to Bring on Your Next Camping Trip

Bend Soap Co. will be there when you go on vacation, but don’t forget to take us along on your next camping trip either! Here are 5 reasons why you’ll...

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5 Bend Soap Co. Products to Bring on Your Next Camping Trip

Bend Soap Co. will be there when you go on vacation, but don’t forget to take us along on your next camping trip either! Here are 5 reasons why you’ll...

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3 New Ways to Use Lotion from Bend Soap Co.

3 New Ways to Use Lotion from Bend Soap Co.

Creamy, soothing, and deeply nourishing, our all-natural goat milk lotion is one of our most versatile products!  You can use it as a deeply hydrating lotion, but switching up your...

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3 New Ways to Use Lotion from Bend Soap Co.

Creamy, soothing, and deeply nourishing, our all-natural goat milk lotion is one of our most versatile products!  You can use it as a deeply hydrating lotion, but switching up your...

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spoonful of fresh honey on a natural background

Brighter, Softer, Hydrated Skin? Here's How Honey Can Help

Quick Summary: Honey isn’t just a sweet treat — it’s a skincare powerhouse with deep roots in history and wellness. Packed with enzymes, antioxidants, and antibacterial properties, honey hydrates, exfoliates,...

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Brighter, Softer, Hydrated Skin? Here's How Honey Can Help

Quick Summary: Honey isn’t just a sweet treat — it’s a skincare powerhouse with deep roots in history and wellness. Packed with enzymes, antioxidants, and antibacterial properties, honey hydrates, exfoliates,...

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Creative Ways to Use Travel Size Bars of Goat Milk Soap

Creative Ways to Use Travel Size Bars of Goat Milk Soap

There’s a lot to love about travel size goat milk soap, but some of the benefits and ways to use these 1.5oz bars can be overlooked by the untrained eye....

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Creative Ways to Use Travel Size Bars of Goat Milk Soap

There’s a lot to love about travel size goat milk soap, but some of the benefits and ways to use these 1.5oz bars can be overlooked by the untrained eye....

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