At Apricus Naturals, everything is made with organic ingredients and the intention to support real people with real skin. Herbs, oils and butters are combined in small batches, by hand, to care for and heal the body. 

One ingredient in soaps that brings questions is activated charcoal. “Activated Charcoal helps detoxify by pulling to the surface of the skin or scalp the dirt and bacteria that generally blocks the pores. It is efficient and safe for most people to use,” says Assunta Fusco, owner and soap maker. “In ancient Rome, activated charcoal was a common ingredient in breads. Today, there are bakeries in Italy that bake black bread and there is a Miami pizzeria that will make black dough pizza.” Just as it detoxifies topically, activated charcoal removes toxins internally. 

Historically, activated charcoal was made from carbonized wood or bones. Today, activated charcoal is typically made with coconut shells and is vegan. 

Apricus Naturals carries bar soaps for every skin type and will help choose the best solution for sensitive skin, eczema or a natural beauty routine. In addition, the shop also offers gift tins, holiday soaps, plastic-free dishwasher tablets, nontoxic dish soap bars, tooth polishing paste, aluminum-free deodorant and old-fashioned shave soap.

See ApricusNaturals.com for more information or to order.