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Dr. Bronner's Liquid Castile Soap
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In The Kitchen
I use diluted Dr. Bronners to wash my dishes. The scent is pleasant and coupled with some warm water, it totally eradicated oil and buildup. I specifically use the Peppermint scent to clean my countertops and this keeps the ants away... for a while anyway. I sometimes add it to my Lysol too because of the ants issue. Oh the joys of living in the tropics.
In the Bathroom
I actually use this soap or add it to my general liquid soap for a little aromatherapy heaven. The Peppermint gives a nice tingle and the scent feels very cleansing and works wonders on my sinuses. I wouldn't add this to my soaking bath-time routine, however, as it can be very drying if used over a long period of time.
In my Hair Cupboard
Well, especially since having locks, I really love the diluted Dr Bronner's soap as a shampoo. The down side? It can be extremely drying and totally strips your hair of all your natural oils. This can be great, but you really need to have an excellent moisturizing routine in order to restore the moisture balance to your hair. I don't recommend using this product alone as a shampoo. It can be added to a moisturizing shampoo to create an excellent clarifying shampoo.
Overall Rating
How well it cleans ***** 5 stars
Agreeability *** 3 stars
Affordability ***** 5 stars
Final Words
Go get it if you're on a budget and like multipurpose products!
Product Details
DESCRIPTION: Our most popular fragrance. The peppermint essential oil tingles the body and clears the mind. Because therapeutically peppermint oil is a mild stimulant it increases vitality and clarity. All oils and essential oils are certified organic to the National Organic Standards Program. Packaged in 100% post-consumer recycled plastic bottles. INGREDIENTS: Water, Organic Coconut Oil*, Potassium Hydroxide**, Organic Olive Oil*, Mentha Arvensis*, Organic Hemp Oil, Organic Jojoba Oil, Organic Peppermint Oil*, Citric Acid, Tocopherol * CERTIFIED FAIR TRADE INGREDIENTS ** None remains after saponifying oils into soap and glycerin
I love this stuff. I dilute it with water and sometimes add oil if I want to make it more moisturizing. The almond scent is my favorite.
ReplyDeleteI saw this in my BSS once. But, how do you use it? Like a regular shampoo?
ReplyDeleteI use it as is. As you can see from Moni's comment, some people dilute it.
ReplyDeleteNoooo, Don't make me yield to temptationnnn!! LoL. Just Playin. I'll get it eventually. I'm glad to see your review tho. I'll try it out and see how it goes, and worst thing worst, I don't like it for my hair, and I can use it for my skin or clothes, or something! =)
ReplyDeleteI loooooove this stuff, i got mine from GNC and its not expesive, and the peppermint one feels good on my scalp.
ReplyDeleteI heart Dr. B's. I mix a little glycerin with mine an use it as shampoo and shower gel.
ReplyDeleteThere isn't anything about Dr. B's that I don't like. The peppermint soap is so refreshing during the summer months. I dilute it with a bit of water as well when washing my hair. Good stuff!
ReplyDelete@Moni
ReplyDeleteAdding oil is a very good idea but I'm not sure if it willl add moisture or just slip. I may still try it though.
@Dasia
Yes, just dilute it and shampoo. I put 6 parts water to 4 parts Dr Bronners.
@Kinky Lady
Whatever works for you. I find it way too harsh and drying on it's own.
@Ayoko
Yes lady. The peppermint puts me in heaven. It's soooo calming.
Anonymous has the best suggestion I've seeen so far for adding moisture. Adding glycerience for shampooing is an excellent idea.
@Just ME!
Thanks for your comment. As you can tell from the post, I love the peppermint too. I use it year 'round.