The Dirt: Skincare & Soap Wisdom for Hardworking Skin

Why Liquorice Root makes our Rugged Roots Soap a bit of a Game-Changer - Usk Valley Herbs

Why Liquorice Root makes our Rugged Roots Soap ...

Ever wondered why our natural handmade Rugged Roots soap leaves your skin feeling so refreshed and looked after? The secret lies in an age-old botanical with a bit of a kick...

Why Liquorice Root makes our Rugged Roots Soap ...

Ever wondered why our natural handmade Rugged Roots soap leaves your skin feeling so refreshed and looked after? The secret lies in an age-old botanical with a bit of a kick...

Why we use Kaolin clay in our soaps - Usk Valley Herbs

Why we use Kaolin clay in our soaps

Why We Use Kaolin (And Why Your Skin Will Thank You) There’s a reason we add kaolin clay our bars — and it’s not to make them look fancy. They're...

Why we use Kaolin clay in our soaps

Why We Use Kaolin (And Why Your Skin Will Thank You) There’s a reason we add kaolin clay our bars — and it’s not to make them look fancy. They're...

Essential Oils That Smell Good and some of the ones we use - Usk Valley Herbs

Essential Oils That Smell Good and some of the ...

Let’s be honest. Walk into most shops that sell natural soap and you’re met with a waft of “sleepy time” blends that smell like your nan’s airing cupboard. If you’re...

Essential Oils That Smell Good and some of the ...

Let’s be honest. Walk into most shops that sell natural soap and you’re met with a waft of “sleepy time” blends that smell like your nan’s airing cupboard. If you’re...

Why We Don’t Use Palm Oil – and What That Means for Your Skin - Usk Valley Herbs

Why We Don’t Use Palm Oil – and What That Means...

When we set out to make honest, hardworking soap, we made a decision one firm decision: no palm oil. Not because it’s trendy. But because we think it matters — to...

Why We Don’t Use Palm Oil – and What That Means...

When we set out to make honest, hardworking soap, we made a decision one firm decision: no palm oil. Not because it’s trendy. But because we think it matters — to...

Why Natural Soap is a better bet for Sweaty Skin (Athletes, take note) - Usk Valley Herbs

Why Natural Soap is a better bet for Sweaty Ski...

Whether you're running the hills, grafting at the gym, cycling through wind and rain, or just putting your body through its paces—sweat happens. And if you're showering once or twice...

Why Natural Soap is a better bet for Sweaty Ski...

Whether you're running the hills, grafting at the gym, cycling through wind and rain, or just putting your body through its paces—sweat happens. And if you're showering once or twice...

What is Sodium Lactate and why we use it in our...

What Is It? Sodium lactate is a naturally derived ingredient that comes from fermented plant sugars. It is a clear, odourless gooey liquid (a bit like liquid glycerine that you...

What is Sodium Lactate and why we use it in our...

What Is It? Sodium lactate is a naturally derived ingredient that comes from fermented plant sugars. It is a clear, odourless gooey liquid (a bit like liquid glycerine that you...