WHAT DOES SHEA BUTTER DO FOR YOUR HANDS?

WHAT DOES SHEA BUTTER DO FOR YOUR HANDS?

What does shea butter do for your hands? If you have hands like me, you’ll be reaching out for moisturiser or balm every hour, especially during the dry cold months or if you’re in an...
KIM KUNN ON SLOWING DOWN AND EVERYDAY RITUALS

KIM KUNN ON SLOWING DOWN AND EVERYDAY RITUALS

Kim Kunn is a private chef specialising in seasonal dining and creative hospitality, based in east London. We sat down together on a quiet morning to talk everyday rituals, routine, habits  and what it means...
HOW TO STORE COLD PROCESS SOAP

HOW TO STORE COLD PROCESS SOAP

Handmade, small batch products usually have a short shelf life compared to mass produced products primarily because of the lack of preservatives and chemicals in them. This is obviously a good thing but causes a...
WHY SEEK OUT LOCAL BEESWAX?

WHY SEEK OUT LOCAL BEESWAX?

At Skunk, we use hyperlocal beeswax. It would be easier and probably cheaper to buy beeswax from big brands or suppliers but keeping our ingredients as pure as possible is important to us. And also...
WHAT MAKES SHEA BUTTER GOOD FOR DRY SKIN?

WHAT MAKES SHEA BUTTER GOOD FOR DRY SKIN?

Unlike those harsh soaps that leave your skin parched, bars like Skunk Goods Trading's (Un)Adulterated keep the natural glycerin intact, so your skin stays soft and happy after washing—no sulphates, parabens, or fake scents to...
IS BEESWAX GOOD FOR SKIN?

IS BEESWAX GOOD FOR SKIN?

Skunk Goods Trading's Solid Hand Balm pairs sustainably sourced beeswax with shea butter, kokum butter, coconut oil, thistle oil, and vitamin E for working hands exposed to elements—apply sparingly to damp skin for lasting hydration.
TRADITIONAL COLD PROCESS SOAP

TRADITIONAL COLD PROCESS SOAP

Not all soap bars are the same. Cold process soap is made differently, behaves differently and works differently on your skin. Here's everything you need to know before you buy.