[{"id":405985919188,"handle":"bergamot-oil","updated_at":"2025-01-08T08:45:11+10:00","published_at":"2022-08-26T21:39:00+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"INGREDIENT","published_scope":"web","title":"Bergamot Oil","body_html":"\u003cdiv class=\"ingredient-decs-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-header\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWHAT IS BERGAMOT OIL?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\" class=\"img-wrapper\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: right;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/6856\/0295\/files\/bergamot4_94f80b43-6ada-4d90-bbc2-1d138f954fca.jpg?v=1630046136\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/6856\/0295\/files\/bergamot4_94f80b43-6ada-4d90-bbc2-1d138f954fca.jpg?v=1630046136\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBergamot Oil is extracted from the bergamot plant—\u003cem\u003ecitrus bergamia—\u003ca\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eand possesses a sweet citrus scent with floral undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProperties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBergamot Oil is rich in antioxidants and is renowned for its anti-fungal properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a known anxiolytic, so is often used in aromatherapy for relieving stress and anxiety. Oil of bergamot is rich in polyphenols, which can assist in maintaining a healthy cardiovascular system. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use Bergamot Oil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e There are four common ways of administering bergamot oil. We recommend only using a quality bergamot essential oil,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewhich you can purchase here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiffuser\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResearch has shown a couple of drops of bergamot oil in an ultrasonic diffuser or steam vessel with some water may help soothe anxiety, calm the mind, lighten a heavy mood and promote joy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMassage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombine a few drops of bergamot oil with a suitable carrier oil such as sweet almond,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eolive\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecoconut oil—massage on the stomach in a circular motion to encourage digestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTopical application\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Cleanse the skin with a cotton pad soaked in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ediluted\u003c\/em\u003e bergamot oil (use a light carrier oil such as almond oil). Be sure to adequately dilute the oil, as undiluted bergamot oil applied directly to the skin can exacerbate sunburn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e In soap\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties of bergamot essential oil can help to cleanse the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEssential Oils are highly concentrated and must be used with care. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNot to be taken internally.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDo not use bergamot oil for medical treatment without first speaking to a medical professional.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2022-08-26T21:39:01+10:00","alt":null,"width":600,"height":729,"src":"\/\/wholesale.thesoapbar.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/bergamot4_94f80b43-6ada-4d90-bbc2-1d138f954fca.jpg?v=1661513942"}},{"id":412262170836,"handle":"cocoa-butter","title":"Cocoa Butter","updated_at":"2025-01-15T14:53:45+10:00","body_html":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCocoa Butter is extracted from the cocoa bean. It is an edible fat commonly used in food products (chocolate) and body products like\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e creams and soaps. It is rich in antioxidants and has a melting point at approximately 34-38 degrees celsius. Cocoa butter is solid at room temperature making it an excellent ingredient in body products due to its stability and long shelf life. \u003c\/span\u003e","published_at":"2023-06-02T12:23:14+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"INGREDIENT","disjunctive":true,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Floral \u0026 Romantic"},{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"bathbombs"},{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Spice \u0026 Citrus"},{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Australian Bush"},{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Specialty Soap"},{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"body butter"},{"column":"title","relation":"equals","condition":"peppermint foot and body"},{"column":"title","relation":"equals","condition":"lip balm"}],"published_scope":"web","image":{"created_at":"2023-06-02T12:23:13+10:00","alt":null,"width":900,"height":900,"src":"\/\/wholesale.thesoapbar.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/cocoa_butter.png?v=1685672594"}},{"id":405986705620,"handle":"coconut-oil","updated_at":"2025-01-15T12:52:23+10:00","published_at":"2022-08-26T21:39:30+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"INGREDIENT","published_scope":"web","title":"Coconut Oil","body_html":"\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ingredient-decs-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-header\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Coconut Oil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoconut oil is extracted from the 'meat' of mature coconuts—\u003cem\u003eCocos nucifera—\u003c\/em\u003eand is highly praised for its health benefits. This is a versatile oil with broad applications in the health and beauty industries. As an ingredient, it is prized by soap makers and the people who use handmade soap. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProperties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoconut oil has both moisturising and antibacterial properties, which is thanks to its rich medium chain fatty acid content, namely capric, lauric, and caprylic acids. It is also naturally high in vitamin E. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAs a base oil (carrier oil)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing an essential oil in aromatherapy or massage requires a base oil to dilute it, and coconut oil happens to be excellent for this purpose. We recommend using a fractionated coconut oil, as retail food-grade coconut oil is too thick and greasy. Our in-house carrier oil uses a blend of fractionated coconut oil and apricot kernel oil. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoconut oil in soap\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen used as a soap ingredient, coconut oil creates a very rich lather. It is an effective cleanser that leaves skin hydrated and soft. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2023-06-02T11:42:02+10:00","alt":null,"width":900,"height":900,"src":"\/\/wholesale.thesoapbar.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/Abstract_Bell_Icon_1.png?v=1685670123"}},{"id":405987983572,"handle":"floral-and-romantic","title":"Floral and Romantic","updated_at":"2025-01-15T12:51:01+10:00","body_html":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Soap Bar floral and romantic collection have soft, sweet, and subtle fragrances; sophisticated and whimsical, yet elegant blends that are reminiscent of English country gardens in all their summer glory. Evoking visions of delicate, musk scented rambling roses covering stone walls, or archways into gardens filled with lavender, geranium, and herbaceous rosemary. Some of our floral blends are sweetened with lemongrass or grounded with patchouli to create familiar scents designed to calm and balance busy minds.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2022-08-26T21:40:22+10:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Floral \u0026 Romantic"}],"published_scope":"web","image":{"created_at":"2022-08-26T21:40:23+10:00","alt":null,"width":900,"height":900,"src":"\/\/wholesale.thesoapbar.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/Photo_14-8-21_5_35_28_pm.jpg?v=1661514023"}},{"id":405985951956,"handle":"lavender-oil","updated_at":"2025-01-13T13:05:07+10:00","published_at":"2022-08-26T21:39:02+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"INGREDIENT","published_scope":"web","title":"Lavender Oil","body_html":"\u003cdiv class=\"ingredient-decs-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-header\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ewhat is lavender oil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"img-wrapper\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/6856\/0295\/files\/lavender6_aac43246-1536-41a9-b770-78850490cc06.jpg?v=1630049620\" alt=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/6856\/0295\/files\/lavender6_aac43246-1536-41a9-b770-78850490cc06.jpg?v=1630049620\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLavender Oil is steam-distilled from the flowers of the lavender plant—\u003cem\u003eL\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eavendula angustifolia—\u003c\/em\u003eand has a potent scent, which is both reassuring and evocative. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProperties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Lavender Oil has long been used for the relief of anxiety and the treatment of insomnia; there exists research to support its effectiveness in these areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also known for its anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use lavender oil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are four common ways to administer Lavender Oil. We recommend using a high quality \u003ca title=\"Lavender Essential Oil for purchase.\" href=\"%5Bsitetree_link,id=126%5D\"\u003eLavender Essential Oil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiffuser\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd two drops of lavender essential oil to an ultrasonic diffuser or steam vessel with some water to create a calming atmosphere in your living space. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOn the pillow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlacing one or two drops of lavender essential oil on the pillow at bedtime will help to promote deep, restful sleep and relieve insomnia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTopical application\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply one drop to each temple and gently massage in a circular motion. This may help to relieve anxiety and reduce stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e In soap\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen used as a soap ingredient, lavender oil's anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties can help to cleanse the skin while leaving it with a pleasing, reassuring scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEssential Oils are highly concentrated and must be used with care. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNot to be taken internally.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDo not use lavender oil for treating medical conditions without first speaking to a medical professional.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2022-08-26T21:39:02+10:00","alt":null,"width":381,"height":463,"src":"\/\/wholesale.thesoapbar.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/lavender6_aac43246-1536-41a9-b770-78850490cc06.jpg?v=1661513943"}},{"id":405986574548,"handle":"olive-oil","updated_at":"2025-01-15T12:52:23+10:00","published_at":"2022-08-26T21:39:27+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"INGREDIENT","published_scope":"web","title":"Olive Oil","body_html":"\u003cdiv class=\"ingredient-decs-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-header\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Olive Oil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Olive oil is cold pressed from the fruit of the olive tree, or \u003cem\u003eOlea europaea\u003c\/em\u003e. It offers a broad spectrum of considerable health benefits, both internal and external, and is a much loved ingredient in handmade soaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe history of olive oil for skin care dates back thousands of years, with evidence for its use traced to Greece in the 7th Century BC. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProperties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike coconut oil, olive oil offers superb benefits for healthy, supple skin. It is packed with 'healthy' fats and essential nutrients, and is an elegantly simple way to nourish and moisturise your skin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlive oil is very high in fat-soluble vitamins E and K, and is loaded with antioxidants, all of which are needed to protect the skin and keep it looking youthful. Among the beneficial fats found in olive oil are oleic acids, which moisturise the skin and strengthen connective tissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it may sound counterintuitive, olive oil's antibacterial action makes it useful for fighting acne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAs a carrier oil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether it's for aromatherapy or massage, topical applications of essential oils require a carrier oil. Olive oil is well-suited for this purpose, with one caveat—while it is wonderfully beneficial for your skin, olive oil's aroma is quite bold, and you may find that it overpowers some essential oils. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOlive oil in soap\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlive oil is included as a primary soap ingredient because of its superlative skin-nourishing and moisturising properties, and provides a rich creamy lather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2023-06-02T11:42:30+10:00","alt":null,"width":900,"height":900,"src":"\/\/wholesale.thesoapbar.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/olive.png?v=1685670151"}},{"id":405987033300,"handle":"rice-bran-oil","updated_at":"2025-01-15T12:52:23+10:00","published_at":"2022-08-26T21:39:41+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"INGREDIENT","published_scope":"web","title":"Rice Bran Oil","body_html":"\u003cdiv class=\"ingredient-decs-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-header\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Rice Bran Oil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Rice bran oil is extracted from rice bran, the hard brown layer that coats the rice—\u003cem\u003eOryza sativa\u003c\/em\u003e—grain. It is a key ingredient in handmade soaps, and is popular as a cooking oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProperties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRice bran oil has a rich vitamin, mineral, antioxidant and omega fatty acid profile. For example, it is naturally high in such antioxidants as squalene, tocopherols and tocotrienols (both related to vitamin E), phytosterols, gamma oryzanol, and polyphenols. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRice bran oil in soap\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a soft, gentle and emollient oil, \u003cstrong\u003erich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, and as such is a favoured ingredient in cold process soap making. When used in soap, rice bran oil can be beneficial for dry or mature skin. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2023-06-02T11:41:04+10:00","alt":null,"width":900,"height":900,"src":"\/\/wholesale.thesoapbar.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/rice.png?v=1685670065"}},{"id":405988507860,"handle":"sale","title":"Sale","updated_at":"2025-01-15T14:53:45+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe soap bar is located on the sunshine coast, Queensland, Australia, and produces boutique-style handmade soaps and natural body care products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e","published_at":"2022-08-26T21:40:38+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":true,"rules":[{"column":"variant_compare_at_price","relation":"greater_than","condition":"1"},{"column":"variant_price","relation":"greater_than","condition":"1"}],"published_scope":"web","image":{"created_at":"2022-08-26T21:40:38+10:00","alt":"","width":1100,"height":825,"src":"\/\/wholesale.thesoapbar.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/istockphoto-464632404-1024x1024.jpg?v=1661514039"}},{"id":405989032148,"handle":"soaps","title":"SOAPS","updated_at":"2025-01-15T12:52:23+10:00","body_html":"\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"content-type\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur range of handmade soaps are crafted to make you and your skin feel amazing in a variety of different ways, be it a perfect start to the day or a relaxing deep cleanse. The fragrant properties of our soap range are emotive, evocative, and beautifully distinct. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe believe that using soap should be an experience—we craft each bar of soap not only to nourish the skin, but also to evoke a mood, to convey a sense of wellness in mind and body. We mix the ideal blend of oils, essential oils, and natural ingredients by hand to produce a range of nourishing soaps that are infused with unique characteristics. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandmade: Your skin should be nourished by a soap that has been created with an artisanal level of care. We craft each soap bar by hand in order to retain the full benefits of the natural ingredients and essential oils that we use. We perfectly combine cold pressed olive oil, coconut oil, rice bran oil, and cocoa butter in our soaps to really nourish your skin with a rich, hydrating lather, as well as provide the antioxidants, free fatty acids, vitamin E, and phytosterols so important to good skin care. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNourish: \u003c\/span\u003eBy gently adding natural ingredients such as manuka honey, oatmeal, aloe vera, shea butter, goat’s milk, and dairy cream to our soaps by hand, we are able to ensure the rich nutritional value that your skin needs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePurify and Exfoliate: \u003c\/span\u003eTo purify and gently exfoliate your skin, we use a combination of the finest Australian and French clays.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2022-08-26T21:40:53+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":true,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Soaps"},{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Floral \u0026 Romantic"},{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Spice \u0026 Citrus"},{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Australian Bush"},{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Specialty Soap"},{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"dishwashing soap"}],"published_scope":"web","image":{"created_at":"2022-08-26T21:40:53+10:00","alt":null,"width":900,"height":900,"src":"\/\/wholesale.thesoapbar.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/soap-1.jpg?v=1661514054"}},{"id":405989195988,"handle":"wholesale","title":"Wholesale Collection","updated_at":"2025-01-15T14:53:45+10:00","body_html":"The Soap Bar Wholesale Collection is for approved wholesale customers. Please apply at the wholesale tab at the bottom of the online store menu. We welcome new customers so please get in touch if you are interested!","published_at":"2022-08-26T21:40:58+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"wholesale-only"}],"published_scope":"web","image":{"created_at":"2022-08-26T21:40:59+10:00","alt":"The Soap Bar is happy to offer wholesale Soaps, Bath bombs and more to approved customers. ","width":900,"height":900,"src":"\/\/wholesale.thesoapbar.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/Untitled_900_x_900px_-6.png?v=1661514059"}}]
