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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). 

The daily lemming

Posted by Robin on 1 May 2026 2 Comments

Kevin reviewed the Mughetto / Lily of the Valley soap from Saponificio Artigianale ages ago, and here it is in a pretty boxed trio of sculpted 125g bars. $21 at Emporio Italiano.

The almost-daily lemming

Posted by Robin on 26 March 2026 Leave a Comment

Mimosa soap from Doux: "Doux Mimosa Soap is one of the most luxurious soaps possible, each 250 gram bath bar is hand-crafted and milled four times in a small workshop in Marseille following old traditions and using only the finest ingredients from rich shea butter, pure olive and palm oils and natural fragrances from Provencal countryside, Doux soaps are like now other in the world". 250g for $14 at Au Marché in Kansas.

The daily lemming

Posted by Robin on 19 March 2026 Leave a Comment

From Mistral's new Flora Mediterranea collection, Figuier & Rose ("A captivating blend of dewy roses, earthy figs and soft green leaves, creating a fresh, inviting fragrance that evokes the essence of leisurely afternoons in the South of France"), shown in hand cream (60 ml for $15) and bar soap (125g for $9), also available in hand wash and hand lotion. Other scents in the series include Cédrat & Passion Flower, Amandier & Jasmine, Basilic & Lime Blossom; at Mistral.

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