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missymistry on 4/27/2013 6:18:00 PM more reviews by missymistry

Age: 19-24   Skin: Acne-prone, Tan   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

So, after many many MANY years of searching for a soap to help with my acne, I finally caved in and bought the hippie soap. When I first started college, my skin was fine a few breakouts here and there on the face, back, and occasionally on my chest. Well things turned for the worse, I had full break outs on the upper part of my back and chest. All I could wear was closed necked shirts. I was so upset, to make matters worse my hair was falling out and it was so itchy and flaky, then my doctor told me that I had scalp psoriasis. Tried the prescription oil stuff, and that drove me bat-shit crazy, hated the way it smelled, the way it made my hair feel after washing it 3 times it still wouldnt come out, and my hair kept falling out! After a lot of digging and researching, I realized that all the gunky crap in the normal drug store varieties of soaps and shampoos/conditioners like the SLS, Parabens, Phalates, etc not only made my scalp psoriasis worse but it made my acne worse too. I had enough so I dumped all my products, and bought Dr. Bronner's . LOVE IT. Its a clean you've never felt before, but it works.

What I use it for:
Liquid:
Tea tree + Lavender + Peppermint (all in one bottle undiluted) for regular body washing w/loufa

Tea tree + Lavender soaps I use for my scalp and hair. The Tea Tree does leave a residue but i can deal with it because it allows my hair to dry wavy and not straight. I dont use conditioner, just Ojon Oil and Argan Oil.

Bar:
I bought the bar soap in Lavender, which I love the scent and I can barely stand the scent of any kind of rose product (I'm just getting used to Thayer's Rose Toner). I use this to wash my legs and my brushes with (makeup brushed, Clarisonic brushes, etc.). It works really well, but I dont use it as a shampoo it leaves a weird residue...

I do use lotions and toners to keep my skin moisturized, but I mix oils (Argan oil, Rosehip Seed Oil, CND's Marine Hydrating oil) in with my lotion that I use for my body. A lot of people make the mistake of NOT using a toner, DEFINITELY use a toner especially with this soap.

PS: Even though I know the Tea Tree soap is helping, it smells like straight DIRT, reminds me of India somewhat....BUT it works!

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*TOP REVIEWER* Kalya on 4/25/2013 3:01:00 PM more reviews by Kalya

Age: 36-43   Skin: Sensitive, Medium   Hair: Black, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

I had the trial sized 'eucalyptus' and 'lavender' bottles. Happy that I got the trial sized versions as I got tired of using the same scent.

I like this castile soap, but a bit concerned about the high alkalinity. Yes, because of the high pH (8-9 according to web sources), it does leave the skin squeaky clean but it also causes my skin to flake and result in dandruff if used as a shampoo.
I have also used this soap as a detergent, to clean garments requiring gentle treatment or handwashes. Works well!
It is also very expensive, but worth it for occasional use.

Point to note is that for sensitive skin, occasional use of this soap is good, but used daily, it can cause buildup, dandruff and flaking.
3.5/5

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italianochef on 4/2/2013 12:04:00 AM more reviews by italianochef

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Black    

I am writing this review on behalf of my dad, who loves the african black soap! He has eczema pretty much all over and in spurts. This stuff keeps his skin clearer, seems to prevent bursts and makes you feel clean. The packaging is a clear plastic wrapper which is easy to open and makes it simple to store and place in the shower. The price at near $4.00 is worth it because the bar lasts a good couple months with daily use and is so effective :) He loves it and went out of his way to get it at walgreens which is not very close

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Zoaie on 4/1/2013 11:46:00 PM more reviews by Zoaie

Age: 36-43   Skin: Sensitive, Fair-Medium, Cool   Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

My boyfriend has been using the giant 32 fl. oz bottle of the Dr. Bronner's Magic Peppermint Soap, as a body wash for years now. His skin is always so soft and clean.

I have super sensitive skin on my face- dry here, occasional break-out there...so, recently decided to get the small 4 fl. oz. bottle of the Tea Tree version of this soap to see what (if anything) it could do for my face. I've been using daily for about 2 weeks now, and it seems to be helping calm my face down quite a bit. My cheeks aren't so red and the dryness on my forehead is almost gone.

A very tiny amount of this stuff goes a very long way, and the oils in it are very concentrated so they work really well. I would definitely recommend anyone with sensitive/combo or oily skin, get a small 2 or 4 oz bottle of this and give it a try! If you find that don't like it for your face, there are tons of other great uses for it. I just discovered that a few drops of this with water make an excellent makeup brush cleaner!

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boyscubed on 4/1/2013 10:42:00 PM more reviews by boyscubed

Age: 36-43   Skin: Combination, Fair   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

I love Dr. Bronner's Castile soaps. Use it on body and face. Fantastic product!

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Monseter on 3/28/2013 11:38:00 AM more reviews by Monseter

Age: 19-24   Skin: Acne-prone, Tan, Warm   Hair: Brown, Coarse   Eyes: Brown    

Works amaaaaaaazingly on body, never leaves your skin dry and the peppermint is the greatest feeling in the world. I'm super excited for the summer so I can ~tingle~ 24/7 and tell the heat to suck it.


I will say that I used this on my face (two week periods, three different times) and holy crap did it clog up my pores :( It's amazing for cleaning makeup brushes because it gets EVERYTHING out but the oils didn't mix well with my super sensitive acne-prone skin. I'm not blaming the soap, I'm most definitely blaming my overly touchy face.


My friend with dry skin said it works well on her so dry skinned ladies give this a try.

I own just about every scent of this and I can vouch for lavender, tea-tree oil, peppermint, almond, rose and eucalyptus all smell amazing.

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ajewelofgod on 1/28/2013 9:43:00 PM more reviews by ajewelofgod

Age: 25-29   Skin: Sensitive, Medium, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Relaxed   Eyes: Brown    

This soap is amazing for my skin in the Spring/ Summer months here in Miami. As it gets so hot I love to shower with the peppermint one. Its cool and feels so minty on my skin hours after bathing/ showering. I only tried it in the bar form. But next time I will repurchase it in liquid so I can dilute it. The bar is a little too strong for my private area. Im sensitive and it can be drying. Dial is mild so I also use that soap for that area. I think liquid is best. Because I looovvvee this soap. Its pretty expensive $3 for 1 bar $15 for a large bottle at GNC. But I love it. Also I want to try the lavendar and lemon for other things.

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*TOP REVIEWER* Embeth3 on 1/26/2013 7:41:00 PM more reviews by Embeth3

Age: 30-35   Skin: Dry, Fair-Medium, Warm   Hair: Brown, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

Crazy pseudo religious rambling and excessive use of exclamtion marks on the labelling aside, these soaps are truly excellent.
I use both the bar and liquid forms, I have tried a variety of the different frangrances and lavender is my favourite. The almond and peppermint are also lovely, citrus and rose are so-so for me and I tend to steer clear of the eucalyptus because I find it overpowering (it is good for getting sticky labels off things though).
Bars - big chunky rectangles of rich lathery goodness. I use these in the shower, they are not too drying but have quite a high pH so you may want to be a little careful not to use them excessively on (ahem) delicate areas but they are great for general all over cleaning. I have used both the lavender and almond very sparingly on my face without any problems but mostly I stick to a separate facial cleanser.
They don't get as gummy and gross as other bar soaps so I let them drain dry and then just pop them back in the paper packet for next time. Also great for cleaning makeup brushes, just dampen the brush, swirl directly onto the soap bar and use your hands to massage the gunk out of the bristles. Rinse, repeat as required. I don't know why, but as awesome as the bar soaps are for this, the liquid versions don't seem to work as well.
Liquid castile - fabulous for household purposes. I dilute them down and use as a spray and wipe type surface cleaner, it doesn't leave any streaky residue or require rinsing, though I guess it depends on what your dilution ratio is.
Use directly on stained clothing, I have successfuly removed a variety of stain types, including blood, grass marks, ink and most recently, spicy curry sauce on a white polka dotted dress (because Im a total klutz apparently), just apply directly and rub in gently before washing as normal (with the appropriate water temperature for whatever the stain is of course.) I have also used as a laundry detergent for delicate and hand wash only items, usually I dont even bother to rinse afterwards because there is nothing in the soap that will irritate my skin and why spend longer doing the washing than you have to? I have used on merino wool, cotton, polyester and a silk rayon blend without any issues.
That said, as wonderful as I think these are, there is no way in Hades I would use them to wash my hair or as a toothpaste replacement, though I did use a bit once to spot wash a very dirty and reluctant cat, which was reasonably effective but as about as much fun for everyone involved as it sounds. Still, the kitty ended up (mostly) clean without any chemical residues remaining on his lovely fur coat and I ended up with a handy antiseptic wash for several well deserved scratches.
I keep a little 50mL bottle in my toiletry bag when I travel, it comes in surprisingly handy for a variety of things, not just as a body wash.
Overall, great soaps with multiple uses, instructions for societical realignment and spiritual nirvana nothwithstanding. But whatever floats your boat., Dr Bronner.

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Medoq on 1/12/2013 10:22:00 PM more reviews by Medoq

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair   Hair: Red   Eyes: Brown    

One of my earliest memories growing up is the smell of this soap in the creek where my mom would wash us off... Great product, great results, great price. Truly a classic.

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BeccahH on 11/21/2012 1:15:00 PM more reviews by BeccahH

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Green    

This is a staple in my house. Removes stubborn makeup, thoroughly cleans my makeup brushes, it's gentle enough for my kindergartener's skin & my husband uses it as shampoo. This soap is also wonderful for clearing up skin rashes/conditions.

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jaci2017 on 11/20/2012 2:01:00 PM more reviews by jaci2017

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Combination, Fair, Cool   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Green    

I diluted the rose version to about 1 part soap 4 parts water I use it every morning and night with my Olay pro X scrubbie thing

Pros-
- Doesn't dry out my skin
- Makes my skin feel really smooth
- Has helped clear up my acne
- Lathers really well unlike some other all natural soaps
- Smells good

Cons-
- Runny consistency can be hard to work

UPDATE
I have decided this is too drying to use on my skin. It's still a very nice soap though.

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greta23 on 10/4/2012 10:02:00 AM more reviews by greta23

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair, Cool   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

I love this product. It is an amazing multitasking soap. I've even been using it on my face. If you are using soap/shampoo with lots of chemicals in it, just switch to Dr. Bronner's. I did, and now I want to try every scent. Great stuff!

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rebeckylynn on 9/22/2012 12:05:00 PM more reviews by rebeckylynn

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair, Cool   Hair: Blond, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Blue    

These soaps are a shower staple in our house - I use the lavender while my husband prefers the Tea Tree. The product is a well made liquid Castile soap. It cleans well without leaving a residue, and I've used it as a clarifying shampoo in a pinch (condition thoroughly afterwards).

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*TOP REVIEWER* MissBrittanyM on 8/30/2012 3:50:00 PM more reviews by MissBrittanyM

Age: 25-29   Skin: Sensitive, Fair, Cool   Hair: Blond, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Blue    

I have used this soap in Lavender, Peppermint, and Tea Tree to wash my makeup brushes, and it cleaned them nicely without leaving a residue. A little does go a long way. However, I find baby shampoo (Johnson's or Target's Up&Up) to be just as effective for this and less pricey, so I'm sticking with that unless I find a great deal on Bronners. I didn't love the propaganda covering every inch of the bottle labels.

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trainwreck on 8/8/2012 10:12:00 AM more reviews by trainwreck

Age: 44-55   Skin: Acne-prone, Fair   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Blue    

Add me to the very long list of people who like Dr. Bronner's soaps. The one that I am currently using and loving is the lavender type. I had a terrible case of perioral dermatitis which was around my eye. I thought by the name alone it would be only around my mouth. But it can also be around the eye. Medication couldn't help that but Dr. Bronner's sure did. It is not completely gone, but so much better than it was. I feel like I have beautiful skin again.
I have sensitive skin and cannot use this twice full strength. I do use it once full strength for the perioral dermatitis, but recommendations to dilute it make lots of sense to me. Makes an economical soap, even more so. Love that it is fair trade and not tested on animals, SLS-free and cheap to boot. The fragrance is nice. Do be careful to close your eyes tightly as the product may sting and it does leave an icky taste in the mouth. But, it is castille SOAP, so care must be taken. An excellent product. I have it in other scents, but the lavender is the one that I love.

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*TOP REVIEWER* yum_yum on 8/1/2012 4:09:00 PM more reviews by yum_yum

Age: 36-43   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

I buy the large sizes of the Bronner's lavender and almond liquid soaps from Liberty's bath shop. My husband loves them as alternatives to his Original Source shower gels. The lavender one smells wonderful, less synthetic than other lavender soaps. The almond is not too sweet or artificial. I've never used this for general household cleaning, just the shower. Not right for my hair because it leaves it gummy and clumpy. I'll probably keep buying Bronner's for my husband. It doesn't feel particularly harsh on my sensitive skin (my shower gel of choice is Aveeno gel / oil) and the fragrance isn't irritating like Dove, Palmolive and other fragranced gels. But it isn't moisturising or anything. The main reason we buy it is the scent. The packaging is weird: rambling stuff about god and spirituality. Humorous in an odd way, but not really relevant to the product.

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cassielynn24 on 8/1/2012 7:15:00 AM more reviews by cassielynn24

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Brown    

i work at sprouts farmers market and we sells these soaps in our vitiman department. well they went on sale and i picked up the pepperment and tea tree sents. i loooove both! the pepermint leaves your skin feeling cool and fresh and the sent DOES linger. its so great.
the tea tree helps cut down on body oder and body ance, so this is also a great choice for these super hot summer days. it can be a bit drying so if your dry or sensitive u can add water so its not as consertrated. i will defentaly buy these again

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clumpedmascara on 7/30/2012 9:18:00 PM more reviews by clumpedmascara

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Acne-prone, Olive, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Kinky, Coarse   Eyes: Brown    

The Peppermint's my favorite, I love how tingly this feels ^.^ It can be kind of drying, but only if I use more than needed. A little really goes a long way. I've only used it as a body wash, but it's useful for many things! The packaging is ok, pours out kind of fast sometimes. You also get your money's worth b/c you can do lots w/ this soap.

I would buy this again :)

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elocink on 3/22/2012 12:46:00 PM more reviews by elocink

Age: 25-29   Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

Best stuff!!! I love it. I do dilute it or else it can be drying, but that just means more product for the money! Lavender is my personal favorite, because it smells so lovely. Almond is my second favorite. I had a few back and chest blemishes from coming off bcp and this soap cleared them up wonderfully. This stuff just works for me and I have tried everything!

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Morganna777 on 3/16/2012 4:51:00 PM more reviews by Morganna777

Age: 44-55   Skin: Combination, Fair, Warm   Hair: Black, Straight   Eyes: Other    

Dr bronners is excellent but I found Dr, Woods and it is a lot cheaper and I like it better , especially the Baby mild castile soap. :)

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