Skincare Archives - La Zouch Soaps

02/10/202502/10/2025

Clear Skin, Naturally: Why Teens Should Switch to Natural Soap

Teenage skin is constantly changing—hormones, stress, and environmental factors can lead to breakouts, oiliness, and sensitivity. While many teens reach for harsh cleansers packed with chemicals, there’s a gentler, more effective alternative: natural soap.

At La Zouch Soaps, we craft handmade, vegan soap in the heart of the National Forest using nourishing ingredients that support healthy, balanced skin. Here’s why our natural soap is a game-changer for teenage skincare.

handmade shea butter soap with pink grapefruit and may chang essential oils

At La Zouch Soaps, we believe skincare should be kind, clean, and crafted with care. Here’s why our handmade, vegan soaps are perfect for teenage skin:

Gentle on Sensitive, Changing Skin

Teen skin is still developing, which means it’s more prone to irritation. Natural soaps, especially those made with nourishing oils like shea butter and olive oil, cleanse without stripping the skin’s protective barrier. No harsh detergents, no artificial fragrances, just pure, plant-based goodness.

Fewer Breakouts, More Balance

Many commercial soaps contain synthetic ingredients that clog pores and disrupt the skin’s natural balance. Our soaps use essential oils like pink grapefruit and bergamot, known for their antibacterial and balancing properties. These help regulate oil production and reduce the risk of acne without drying out the skin.

Hydration Without the Heaviness

Teen skin needs moisture, but not the greasy kind. Natural soaps hydrate with ingredients like coconut oil and mango butter, which absorb easily and leave skin soft, not shiny. Plus, they help soothe inflammation and redness, common in acne-prone areas.

No Nasties, Just Nature

We believe skincare should be clean and ethical. That’s why our soaps are:

Vegan and cruelty-free
Free from parabens, sulfates, and palm oil
Handmade in small batches with food-grade ingredients

This means fewer irritants and more peace of mind for teens and their parents.

A Simple Routine That Works

Teenagers don’t need a 10-step skincare routine. A gentle cleanse with natural soap morning and night can make a big difference. Add a light moisturiser with SPF and you’ve got a routine that’s effective, affordable, and easy to stick to.

Final Thoughts

Teenage skin deserves kindness. By choosing natural soap, teens can enjoy clearer, calmer skin without compromising on ethics or quality. Whether it’s our exfoliating oatmeal bar or our active charcoal / citrus soaps for oily skin, La Zouch Soaps offers a range that’s perfect for every teen.

Ready to help your teen glow naturally? Explore our Teenage/Oily/Combination Skin collection here.

15/05/202515/05/2025

Why Handmade Soap Is Better for Your Skin Than Commercial Brands

handmade shea butter soap with lavender and bergamot essential oils

When it comes to skincare, the products you choose can make all the difference. Soap is one of the most fundamental parts of any routine, yet many people unknowingly use commercial brands packed with synthetic ingredients that can strip and irritate the skin.

Handmade soap, on the other hand, offers a natural, nourishing alternative. Here’s why switching to handmade soap could be the best thing you do for your skin.

No Harsh Chemicals
Commercial soaps often contain detergents, sulfates, and artificial fragrances that can dry out and irritate your skin. Handmade soap, crafted with natural oils and butters, avoids these harmful additives, making it gentler and safer for all skin types.
Rich in Natural Moisturisers
Unlike mass-produced soaps that remove glycerin, which is a vital moisturising agent, handmade soaps retain this beneficial ingredient. Glycerin helps to keep skin hydrated, leaving it soft and supple rather than dry and tight.
Customisable for Different Skin Types
One of the best things about handmade soap is its versatility. Artisans often create formulas tailored to specific skin needs, whether you need extra hydration, acne-fighting ingredients, or calming botanicals for sensitive skin.
Essential Oils vs. Artificial Fragrances
Many commercial soaps use synthetic fragrances that can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions. Handmade soap is typically scented with essential oils, which not only smell amazing but also provide therapeutic benefits for the skin and mind.
Environmentally Friendly
Handmade soap is often produced using sustainable methods and biodegradable ingredients, reducing the environmental footprint. Plus, many soap makers use minimal or plastic-free packaging, making it an eco-conscious choice.
Gentle and Effective Cleansing
While commercial soaps can be overly harsh, handmade soaps cleanse the skin effectively without stripping away natural oils. This balance keeps skin healthy, preventing irritation and promoting a radiant complexion.

Choosing handmade soap over commercial brands isn’t just a skincare upgrade, it’s an investment in your overall well-being. With natural ingredients, skin-loving benefits, and sustainable production, handmade soap provides everything your skin needs without the unnecessary additives.

Looking to make the switch? Treat your skin to the luxury of handmade soap, and experience the difference first hand with a bundle of our natural , handmade soaps.

26/02/202317/04/2025

Subscription Boxes – Useful or Treat?

Subscription boxes are everywhere these days and there’s good reason for that – they make life easier/better. There are two main types of subscription box, either for “useful” products which you need every month (think razors, hygiene products, food, coffee), or “treat” boxes (think beauty, hobbies, luxury products).

Taking out a “useful” subscription is a great way to simplify your life – food boxes help with planning and reduce food waste / coffee boxes are tailored to the amount you drink each month / razors are sent out when you need them. It’s an easy way to make sure you have everything you need delivered to the door without having to think about it each month.

Whereas “treat” boxes are an excellent way to top up your enjoyment levels each month (it’s even better if you forget your box is arriving!). Even though money is tight for everyone at the moment, a bit of self-care is vitally important to your wellbeing.

Both types of box have a wide audience and serve a useful purpose – but what if there were a subscription box which combines both of those options? Read on to find out more……

Here at La Zouch Soaps we create useful products with a bit of luxury – our soaps are so moisturising you’ll barely use hand or body cream anymore; our bathroom products all use essential oils for a truly uplifting, natural aroma; our wax products have a lovely strong scent throw and last for ages. We believe that “luxury/treats” should be part of everyday life and they can also be value for money too.

Why buy a soap which strips your hands of natural oils, which then means you then spend more money buying a moisturiser? Why buy a candle which only has scent at the top, not all the way down? Why have a functional shower or bath when you could bask in the scent of essential oils which help with your wellbeing? As we all know, sometimes a saving isn’t actually a saving at all!

We think you deserve better, so we’ve created a selection of subscription boxes so you can receive quality products, which are truly useful, at a decent price – starting from only £9.50 per month, with free postage.

Best of all, if you subscribe then the price of each box is less than buying the products individually. So you’re getting a little bit of useful luxury each month, while actually saving money!

Take a look at our Subscription box page for monthly payment options, or, if you’d like to give a six month or one year subscription as a gift, take a look at our gift subscriptions page. If you’d like a bespoke subscription instead, just email us and we’ll create one just for you. Happy subscribing!