Why We Use Coconut Oil in Our Vapor Balm (Not Petroleum)

“Can You Make a Natural Vapor Rub?”

Hey friends! Stacie here. A few years ago, a customer at one of our craft shows asked me a question that completely changed our product line:

“Do you make a natural version of vapor rub? Something I can use on my kids without all the chemicals?”

I didn’t at the time. But I told her, “Let me look into it and see what we can do.”

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Why Harrisburg Tattoo Artists Choose Tattoo Luv Aftercare

Harrisburg Artists: Elevate Your Ink with Tattoo Luv

Attention Harrisburg tattoo artists! Are you looking for a superior glide and aftercare product that benefits both your process and your clients’ aftercare experience? Look no further than Tattoo Luv, handcrafted just down the road by Momma Bears Creations in Enola, PA.

More and more artists in the Central PA region are discovering the unique advantages of incorporating Tattoo Luv into their workflow. Here’s why it’s becoming a staple in studios like yours:

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Hemp Seed Oil for Your Face: Why This Ingredient Changed My Mind About Natural Skincare

“Wait, Hemp? Isn’t That…?”

Hey friends! Stacie here, writing from our Enola kitchen where I’m surrounded by soap-curing racks and ingredient research.

Let me address the elephant in the room right away:

Yes, hemp seed oil comes from the hemp plant.

No, it won’t get you high. No THC. No CBD. Just pure, nutrient-rich oil.

I get it—the name throws people off. At our first East Pennsboro Pumpkinfest with our Hemp Charcoal Eucalyptus facial bar, at least five people asked if it was “legal.” (Yes! Completely legal! Just good skincare!)

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Soothe and Moisturize: The Benefits of Whipped Soap for Sensitive Skin

Soothe and Moisturize: The Benefits of Whipped Soap for Sensitive Skin

Sensitive skin can be a challenge to care for, especially when it comes to finding the right skincare products. Harsh ingredients, fragrances, and dyes can irritate and dry out the skin, making it even more sensitive. However, there is a solution that can provide gentle cleansing and moisturizing benefits: whipped soap. In this article, we’ll explore the benefits of whipped soap for sensitive skin and how it can be a game-changer for those who struggle with skin irritation.

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What's a Lotion Bar? The #1 Question We Get at Craft Shows

The Diaper Bag Problem That Started It All

Hey friends! Stacie here. Let me tell you how I fell in love with lotion bars.

The scenario: Maddi had a newborn. Diaper bag chaos. Bottles, diapers, wipes, snacks, toys—everything you need when you leave the house with a baby.

The problem: Lotion. Traditional lotion bottles would leak EVERYWHERE. Open the diaper bag, and there’s lotion all over the diapers, the wipes, the snacks. Total mess.

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Why Body Butter Changed Everything for My Winter-Dry Skin (A Central PA Mom's Story)

The Year My Hands Cracked and Bled Every Winter

Hey friends! Stacie here, writing from our Enola kitchen on a cold February morning. Let me tell you about the product that changed my life—and eventually became one of our bestsellers.

The scenario: It’s January in Central PA. Temperatures are in the teens. Indoor heating is blasting and sucking every bit of moisture from the air. I’m making soap all day (which means constant handwashing). My hands are a disaster—cracked, bleeding, painful every time I bend my fingers.

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Handmade Soap vs. Store-Bought: What I Learned After Making 10,000+ Bars

Why I Started Making My Own Soap (It Wasn’t for Fun)

Hey friends! Stacie here. Let me tell you how this whole soapmaking journey started.

The problem: My hands were a mess. Dry, cracked, sometimes bleeding. I was using “moisturizing” soap from the store, but it made my skin feel WORSE.

The lightbulb moment: I read the ingredient list on my soap. Sodium laureth sulfate, synthetic fragrance, propylene glycol, triclosan… I didn’t recognize half the ingredients. And I was washing my face and body with this stuff every single day.

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