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Litsea, Lemongrass & Spearmint Solid Lotion Bar

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Litsea, Lemongrass & Spearmint Solid Lotion Bar

A minty citrus fusion makes this our most invigorating solid lotion bar, rather than a liquid lotion in a bottle, in the range.

If you need a little morning wake-up, this is the bar for you. Litsea has a lemony freshness that's fuller than lemon, amplified by lemongrass and finished by the sweet Spearmint. The Spearmint is gentler than Peppermint, refreshing without that sharp sting.

Suits: Dry, mature or normal skin that needs a richer, longer-lasting moisturiser. Not suitable for the face.

Formulators note: I built this one for mornings or for anyone who finds floral scents too soft or lavender too “old”. It's the most citrus-forward bar I make. Considering all lotion bars are made with a blend of plant oils and butters, there is a key ingredient that is essential: Vitamin E or Tocopheryl Acetate. This one ingredient protects plant oils, butters and essential oils from going rancid, extending their shelf life and stops the overall product spoiling.

What is a lotion bar? A lotion bar is a solid replacement that you use to moisturise your skin. The principles for both a bar and liquid cream are the same. The difference is a bar is made up of plant oils, butters and waxes while a lotion or cream combines oils and water. You can read more here.

Did you know:  Lemongrass is a natural repellent for most insects but attracts bees. Beekeepers use it to lure swarms into a new hive. It’s also used in the pharmaceutical industry for the synthesis of Vitamin A.  Litsea is nicknamed "Mountain Pepper" in China because its small fruits look like peppercorns.

Additional information

Weight 90 g

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (Fractionated Coconut) Oil, Cera Alba (Beeswax), Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Litsea cubeba oil (Litsea/May Chang), Cymbopogon schoenanthus oil (Lemongrass), Mentha spicata oil (Spearmint), Tocopheryl acetate (Vitamin E). Naturally occurring allergens: Citral, Limonene, Geraniol, Citronellol. Please note: the use of beeswax makes this lotion bar unsuitable for Vegans.

Curious what these ingredient names mean? We’ve explained the key ones on our About Us page.

To use, warm the bar between your palms for a few seconds, just enough to soften the surface. Glide it over hands, elbows, knees, feet…wherever needs it. Then, use your fingertips to massage the butters and oils into your skin.

One bar goes a long way so we recommend applying the bar sparingly at first until you get a gauge of how much your skin needs. Most people find a 70g bar lasts somewhere between three and six months, depending on how often you use it and how much skin you’re covering each time. That works out to roughly £2.00 to £4.00 per month and no bottle to recycle or replace.

A gentle note on care: these bars are designed for external use only on the body, hands and feet. Keep it away from eyes and mucous membranes and avoid applying it to broken or irritated skin. If you notice any irritation, stop using it and get in touch. As it’s made with essential oils, we’d suggest keeping it out of reach of children under 3 as it is not suitable for their use.

Watch how to use a lotion bar here.

While Sugarbush bars have been carefully formulated to be heat stable, keep your bar somewhere cool and dry, out of direct sunlight. It is, after all, mostly butter and oils. If you find your bar starts to slide around its container in the hotter months, you can temporarily store it in the fridge to help maintain its shape. The blog has more info on managing anhydrous cosmetics in the heat.

For the best scent and texture, use within 6 months of opening.

What makes Sugarbush different

There are a lot of natural skincare brands out there. Sugarbush products are small-batch and built on a scientist's instinct for ingredients that earn their place.

Scientist formulated

Every Sugarbush product is made by Lauren, a scientist by training and a skincare formulator.

Small-batch, handmade in Devon

Never mass-produced, never compromised. 

Kind to your skin and to nature

Simple formulations that work in harmony with your skin and the natural world around us.

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Designed with intention

Every ingredient is chosen for a reason. No fillers, no unnecessary extras...just what your skin actually needs.