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ssential oils, organic soaps and cleansers have taken the beauty industry by storm. With many varieties fighting for space on store shelves, it’s hard to tell which products are worth investing in and which ones are just marketed really well. Proudly made in the U.S.A., with natural ingredients sourced from around the world, Dr. Wood’s products have been making a positive difference in the way we nourish and care for our skin and bodies. It’s no secret that all people of all ages are always looking for the most healthy, natural, and sustainable alternatives when it comes to supporting and maintaining their health and overall well-being. Due to significant increases in media attention on

the harmful effects of everyday toxins and chemicals on health and the environment, people are gaining more awareness and knowledge about what they are putting into the bodies and how their everyday choices are impacting the natural state of the

been causing a frenzy within the beauty industry. With many new brands and products entering the market, there are very few that offer high-quality concentrated black or shea butter soaps. Instead, what you can find are numerous products that contain mostly powders, and therefore have very little effectiveness when it comes to hydrating and soothing problem skin. Dr. Woods’ product line stays clear of any harsh additives or detergents that can strip away skin’s natural moisture, and the brand reassures customers that their products will leave you with nothing but enviable soft and healthy skin. It’s about time that we start to see brands like Dr. Woods emerge, well, from the woods! More than ever, consumers want the beauty industry to shine more light on companies that take a stand in developing and promoting sustainable products and manufacturing practices. Dr. Woods is a brand truly believes in what it creates, and we cannot wait to how this unique brand will continue to make a difference in “doing what is right for us, our families, and our planet”.

environment around them. Dr. Woods makes this effort a little easier by sourcing sustainable, natural, and most importantly, effective ingredients to create biodegradable products that are gentle on the skin and the environment. The brand has unmasked the true potential of mother-nature’s most sought after gifts, such as the shea nut and olive oil, and they make sure to stress that those ingredients are what their products are mainly composed of. Dr. Woods has successfully introduced the world to an innovative and sustainable line of skincare products, from facial cleansers to bar soaps to organic oils, these items encompass the terms that are like music to our ears when it comes to skin and body care, such as “natural, no artificial ingredients, not tested on animals, biodegradable, and with fair trade”. One of their hottest and best-selling items, the shea butter soap and black soap, have

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