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Lazy 3-day weekend poll ~ what’s in your shower, edition 11

Posted by Robin on 1 August 2026 198 Comments

If it’s Saturday when you read this, rabbit rabbit rabbit! Welcome to August, aka Peach Month. That means we are late for our annual shower census….do tell us about the scented products in your bath or shower! How many scented shower gels and/or bar soaps are in your shower right now? And do tell us the names / products. If you have any great scented products in other categories (hair care?) tell us about those too.

Or, as always, just talk about something else…

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The daily lemming

Posted by Robin on 10 July 2026 2 Comments

Yay, soap on a rope: "Brighten up your bath time or gift someone special with this uniquely shaped soap that looks and smells like a fresh lime! This playful, fragrant soap is a refreshing addition to any bath or shower. With its natural rope for easy hanging, it’s both functional and decorative—ideal for both home use and as a charming gift. Each soap is carefully crafted in France using nourishing sweet almond oil to leave skin feeling soft and moisturized." $7.90 for 120g at Provence Poiriers.

The daily lemming

Posted by Robin on 2 July 2026 2 Comments

From Granado, the Yes, Nós Temos Banana duo: "...a tropical celebration of Brazilianness: irreverent, enveloping and authentic! The creation brings together the green freshness of the leaves, the creamy softness of the pulp and the sweetness of the fruit", with 25 ml Eau de Parfum and 150g bar soap, $65 at Nordstrom.

The almost-daily lemming

Posted by Robin on 24 June 2026 2 Comments

Soap on a rope from Castelbel, to use in the shower or hang in your closet: "...an exquisite reinterpretation of one of Portugal’s most unique traditions and symbols, the Heart of Viana (city located in the North of the country). Discover the allure of this tribute to Portuguese craftmanship, scented with notes of beautiful mimosas", 110g for $15 at Portugalia Marketplace in Fall River, MA.  

The daily lemming

Posted by Robin on 18 June 2026 2 Comments

The Sundrunk Summer Bundle from Imaginary Authors, with body oil, candle, perfumed bar soap and a 14 ml travel spray. On sale (20% off) for $115 at Imaginary Authors, where you'll also find a 3 piece set in A Whiff of Waffle Cone on sale (15% off) for $169 (includes full sized fragrance, candle and body oil). 

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