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The average supermarket shampoo contains a long list of synthetics. Some of these are mild, but there are also ingredients that dry out your hair, irritate your scalp or pollute the environment.

There is something magical about elderflower for me. Every summer I look forward to that lovely, warm scent of blooming elder in the city sweet, slightly spicy and almost flowery like honey. It is as if nature is whispering: "It's summer." For me elderflower is pure nostalgia and inspiration. That is why I pick a small bunch of elder every year to make my own elderflower syrup . This homemade syrup is delicious in sparkling water, cocktails, on pancakes or even in a fresh salad dressing. And the best part: it is super easy to make and of course the perfect excuse to go into nature! Below you can read step by step how to get started yourself. What do you need? 20–30 elderflower umbels (freshly picked) 1 liter of water 1 kilo granulated sugar 1 organic lemon Optional: a few slices of fresh ginger or lemon balm for extra flavor Tip: Pick elderflowers on a dry, sunny day. They are most aromatic then! How to make elderflower syrup in 4 simple steps Step 1: Clean and prepare Shake the blossoms gently to remove any insects. It is best not to rinse them, as this will preserve the fragrant pollen. Slice the lemon. Step 2: Let it pull Place the blossom and lemon in a large (glass) pot or pan. Bring the water to the boil, pour it over the blossom and let it steep covered for 24 hours in a cool place. Step 3: Sieving and cooking The next day, strain the mixture through a fine cloth or sieve. Add the sugar to the strained liquid and heat slowly until the sugar is completely dissolved. Then bring to the boil briefly. Step 4: Bottling Pour the hot syrup into well-cleaned bottles or jars. Seal immediately. Store in a cool, dark place, the syrup will keep for a few months. More than just delicious: the skin benefits of elderflower Did you know that elderflower not only smells wonderful, but is also soft and caring for your skin? It is rich in antioxidants, has a calming effect and helps with sensitive skin. That's why we also use elderflower in our limited edition elderflower & lavender soap, the perfect summer soap, handmade and 100% natural. 👉 Read more about the skin benefits of elderflower here and discover our newest soap with this magical blossom.

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In our quest for cleaner hands, we often reach for hand soap that mainly smells nice or looks good in the bathroom. But did you know that many regular hand soaps contain ingredients that can dry out your skin – or are harmful to the environment? At Nature Bar, we believe that hand soap should be both effective and good for you and the world around you. That’s why we make handmade hand soaps from natural ingredients, with upcycled elements and without plastic. What is hand soap anyway? Hand soap is a product that we use daily, often without thinking about it. Its function is simple: removing dirt, bacteria and excess oil. But hand soap does much more than just clean. A good hand soap protects your skin, nourishes your hands and can help strengthen your natural skin barrier. Yet many conventional hand soaps contain harsh ingredients such as sulfates, synthetic perfumes and preservatives that can dry out or irritate the skin. Natural hand soap: a healthy alternative Our hand soap is made in a traditional way with natural oils such as coconut oil, olive oil and shea butter. This ensures a gentle cleansing, while preserving the natural fat layer of your skin. We add upcycled ingredients to this, such as orange peels or coffee grounds, residual flows from local companies in Amsterdam. In this way, we close the circle together. Our hand soap is: Free from microplastics Free from parabens and SLS Biodegradable Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin The 3 most important benefits of natural hand soap 1. Mild and caring for your skin Thanks to ingredients such as shea butter, coconut oil and essential oils, your skin will not dry out, but will feel hydrated – even with frequent washing. 2. Better choice for the environment Our hand soaps are wrapped in recycled paper, 100% plastic-free and completely biodegradable. This way, with every bar of soap you contribute to less waste. 3. Sustainable and locally produced Our soap is made in small batches in Amsterdam. By producing locally, we reduce the ecological footprint and support the local economy. Choose a hand soap that really suits you Whether you prefer a fresh citrus scent , soothing lavender or a spicy woody base : you will find something for everyone in our range of natural hand soaps. Tip: our hand soap is also ideal as a sustainable gift! Think of a care set with a matching shampoo bar or a soap dish made of sustainable wood. Conclusion: hand soap that does more than just clean At Nature Bar, hand soap is not just about clean – it’s also about care. For yourself, your skin and the planet. Switch to a conscious choice: 100% natural hand soap, without junk, with impact. 👉 Discover the hand soap collection now and experience the difference for yourself.

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The recipe I’m sharing with you is the very first soap recipe I ever made and also the recipe that made me fall in love with soap making. From now on you can also easily make your own soap. Today, almost all soaps bars are machine-made. This is much cheaper and faster than traditional handmade soap. We choose the purest way of making soap. The traditional method in uses low temperatures and is called the cold process method. This is a pure artisanal and slow process. The soaps have to cure for 4-6 weeks. By using low temperatures, the vitamins and minerals are preserved as much as possible. And your skin will thank you for this. Comparing factory soap with artisanal handmade soap is a bit like comparing factory bread with sourdough bread from an authentic bakery. Soap making Making natural soap is magical and different every time! It seems simple with so few components, but it is really a game between the ingredients, temperatures and the time of mixing. In short, making your own soap is slightly different every time! The result: a luxurious soap that cleanses in a mild way and also nourishes your skin. Unique to Nature Bar is that every soap & shampoo bar contains a circular ingredient. A favorite of many is the Orange & Calendula Soap. That’s why I added a simple version of this crowd pleaser as an extra to this basic recipe. So that you too can make circular soap and contribute to a more beautiful and cleaner world. Material: Goggles & gloves Face mask Glass measuring cup 2x Cup Scale Pan Thermometer strainer Fine grater Blender Spoon Spatula Soap mold, old milk carton or a (silicone) baking tinOld tea or towel Ingredients: Base oils 150 gr olive oil 150 gr coconut oil 150 gr sunflower oil Lye mixture 149 grams of water 65 gr lye crystals Additional 15 g orange oil 1 tbsp grated orange zest 5 g calendula leaves (dried) Step 1 – Lye Mixtures Handle lye with care, so put on gloves, safety goggles and a face mask. Weigh 149 g of water into the glass measuring cup Weigh 65 g of lye crystals (Sodium hydroxide) in the other glass measuring cup. Now add the crystals to the water in a well-ventilated area – for example under the extractor hood or outside. Always do this in that order and never the other way around! Immediately stir the crystals well but gently with a spoon until the crystals are completely absorbed by the water. A lot of heat is released when the crystals dissolve. Make sure the jug can cool in a safe place until the lye mixture is 40-50 degrees and/or transparent. Step 2 – Base oils Weigh the oils into a saucepan. Heat the pan over a low heat so that the coconut oil melts and forms an emulsion together. Keep an eye on the temperature because you don’t want the oils higher than 45 degrees. Then the good properties of the oils are lost. Step 3 – additional additions Weigh in a cup the 15 gr orange oil 1 tsp orange zest and 5 gr calendula. I use the peel of squeezed oranges from a local supermarket. But of course you can also use the peel of a fresh orange for grating. Step 4 – final prep Prepare your mold on the old tea or towel. Check the temperatures, when the oils and lye mixture are about 45 C you can start with the most fun step! Step 5 – Soap making You are now ready to make soap. Slowly pour the lye mixture through a sieve into the oil mixture.The saponification process starts from this moment. Almost immediately you will see the golden transparent oil mixture change into a cloudier and lighter mixture. Grab the hand blender and pulse the hand blender a few times until the mixture is as thick as custard or custard, this may take a while. If it goes too fast you can also grab a whisk. This will slow down the saponification process, giving you plenty of time. If you find it exciting, the guard is your friend. You can check the correct consistency by testing for trace. Trace is when the mixture is so thick that it leaves a trace. Use the whisk to drop a few drops onto the soap mixture. If these stay put – even if only for a moment – ​​then you are done mixing. Now add the extra additives and stir again with the whisk until the orange oil, orange peels and calendula leaves are completely incorporated into the soap mixture. Pour the soap into the mold and use the spatula to clean the pan completely. Gently tap the mold on the counter to distribute the soap evenly. Cover the mold with old tea towels so that it slowly saponifies. Don’t forget to keep your gloves on when cleaning. In fresh soap, the lye mixture is not yet completely dissolved. So make sure it doesn’t come into contact with your skin! After 1-2 days you can demold and cut the soap. After 4-6 weeks of aging in a dry place, the soap bars are ready for use.

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