Charcoal & Tea Tree Soap

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First, we create a luscious and cleansing base soap and add a generous amount of activated charcoal, Tea Tree Essential Oil, and a pinch or two of salt. We use our own variant of H ot Process soap making. Ingredients: Distilled Water, Olive Oil, Coconut Oil, Palm Oil, Castor Oil, Sodium Hydroxide, Activated Charcoal, Salt, Tea Tree Essential. There is no lye in the final saponified product. ~Weight & Size at cut: 3.25 oz / 92 g; 3.5"x2.25"x.75" * * * * * Folklore properties of Tea Tree: Tea tree, also known as Melaleuca alternifolia, has many folklore and traditional uses: Protection - In folklore, tea tree flowers are often used in rituals to ward off negativity and protect against ill-health. For example, in one Bundjalung story, the Gods of the Earth scattered tea tree seeds along Princess Eelamani's path to light her way and keep her safe. Cleansing - Tea tree oil is sometimes used in spiritual cleansing rituals to purify the aura and remove negative energy. Medicine - Indigenous Australians have used tea tree for centuries as a folk medicine to treat coughs, colds, sore throats, and skin ailments. They would inhale the oils from crushed leaves, sprinkle leaves on wounds, or soak leaves to make an infusion. Antiseptic - Tea tree oil has been used as an antiseptic to kill germs. WARNING: Before using products with activated charcoal or tea tree, consult a qualified medical practitioner if: Have a chronic illness Are taking medications where the dosage is important, such as antibiotics or HIV medication Are a transplant recipient taking anti-rejection medication Show more