Etsy spotlight: Karess Krafters

As a gal addicted to handmade soaps, I have to say that I am so excited to blog about Karess Krafters! When I placed my first order in the Fall, I was impressed by the outstanding customer service and touched by the fact she included samples and a discount code for the next order :)
I have so many of her soaps and instead of reviewing each one of them, I'll just present my top picks!


Karess Krafters goodies - by nwele on Polyvore.com
Picture credit: Karess Krafters

1. First of all, Uni soap is the best thing after sliced bread! It is one of the best soaps I've ever tried!!
It glides so easily on the skin, is very moisturizing( I just need a light oil after it) and the smell kiiiiiiiiiiiills me!! It is mainly lavender and vanilla, my favorite combo but there's more to it, I just can't pin it down. It is truly soothing!! Sometimes, I just grab it, smell it and put it back. She also has Uni soap with Aloe. You have to try it!

2. Botanical shampoo bar is really nice and a good addition to any hair regimen.

3. Foot soap. I am really loving this. It's currently in the bargain bin so I am not sure if it means that it'll be discontinued. If yes, I might buy the remaining stock (4 left right now). First of all, don't you find the mold soo cute? It has some pumice stone in it which makes the exfoliating gentle. I love how my feet feel afterward: happy and smelling fresh.

4. Lemon Mint Balm. I received a sample of it and I want a full size! I love the essential oils combo as the spearmint adds a little extra. I usually apply it before sleeping with socks. I wake up to smooth feet!! This is really good! And the best thing: not greasy at all!!

5. Shea Monoi. On my first order, I received it in citrus blossom and I've been using it as a hand cream. I always gets compliments as the smell is truly pleasant. I have 2 other in unscented and use them as a body butter. A little bit goes a long way because they're concentrated. I want to try it on my hair as well, I am sure a tiny bit will be great to smooth ends.

6. LaVanilla Hemp Lip Balm. euh...I shouldn't have ordered it because it is sooo addictive!! First of all, I love the fact that it's vegan, the lavender/ vanilla fragrance but mostly it leaves my lips moisturized for a long time.

See, as a teacher I am always self-conscious that my lips will look dry/ chapped while I explain the subjuntive and I can't re-apply lip balm during class (not professional). Not with Karess Krafters lip balm!! I loove it!
She also has it in chocolate mint, coconut lemongrass, raspberry lemonade, mango hemp and simply herbal.

She recently launched a hair line, body sprays, a foaming foot soak with neem powder among other goodies..
Check out her blog too here and her website here
Overall, I am a very happy Karess Krafters customer!