duross & langel hand cut bars begin as fruit and nut oils blended with NaOH (sodium hydroxide). the original recipes that inspired us belonged to steve's grandmother. over the years we've utilized modern technology to improve the bars, and to make them the most gentle vegan soaps. though the initial saponification is no longer batched on-site, our recipes are still made by hand, cooked under enormous pressure and then clarified, and allowed to cure for months. eventually the soap is ribboned and blended, heated and cooled so that it can cure once again. when micro-batching, extracts and essential oils are added, and transformed into the eye popping colorful bars we sell. with a new old recipe and a bit of artistic style, we present to you a creamy bar that will maintain your skin’s natural moisture levels. if you keep our bars dry between use, they will last and last. each duross + langel hand cut bar weighs each bar weighs approximately 6 oz. and comes packed in an earth-friendly biodegradable glassine bag with descriptive label.
we also offer you an array of traditional bars, both french milled and cold processed from some of our favorite collections, and when in season, whipped soaps. enjoy!
face forward. the way we see ourselves. what others see when they look at us. of all the parts that comprise our outer self, none is more scrutinized than our face. when we feel our best, we look our best.
with this in mind, our job at duross & langel is to keep you looking and feeling your best. using only the finest natural ingredients, we've created a collection that focuses on optimal skin health, tone and texture, and utilizing the most gentle formulas for all skin types. if you are having trouble finding what product is best for you, please use the message app in the lower right corner from 10 AM to 10 PM and we can answer all your question. please remember that some of your favorite products (like face off) are available as a custom option.
our scents are made in the manner of traditional perfumers. a method dating back to the 14th century. we blend our oils with a perfumer's grain alcohol (190 proof) and allowed to cure for months. as the alcohol in the fragrance evaporates, it allows for a richer presence without chemical additives.
if you’re looking to test before making a commitment on what to buy, it’s important to go through a progression of experiencing the scent so that you can truly make an informed decision.
it can be easy to overload your sense of smell. it is recommended to test no more than 3 fragrances on any given day. your sense of smell can only handle about 3 scents before it begins to get confused. also, try testing scents earlier in the day, as our sense of smell usually peaks in the morning
Crafted with 100% pure vegetable oil and 25% shea butter as its main ingredients. French soaps from Marseille are renowned for exceptional moisturizing properties, and formulated for a smooth and supple finish
For centuries, the luxury of French-milled soaps has remained the gold standard of excellence. Each time you begin to lather a French made soap, you enter a time and place where quality and craftsmanship have stood still. Traditional French soap is triple-milled to product a completely uniform and smooth soap, without impurities, thus lasting longer.
Each bar of Pré de Provence soap is not only carefully made today by dedicated soapmakers in Provence following their proud traditions, but quad-milled to be smoother and have a richer lather to create our luxurious feel.
Using all pure, natural ingredients enriched with shea butter, you can feel the difference of our unique quad-milling process. Aromatic fragrances transport you into a moment of calmness, vitality, dreaming, or well-being.
Not all French Soaps are Created Equal ®
Quad-milled Shea Butter Enriched Soaps
No Animal Testing
No Animal Ingredients
No Animal By-Products (such as beeswax, lanolin from wool, or animal fats/lipids)
FREE OF: Parabens, Ethyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, DEA, BPA/Phthalates
No GMO's
No Mineral Oil or Petrochemicals
No Phthalates, Shellac or Plasticizers
“wrap it up and charge it is my favorite phrase…”almost anything you imagine can be boxed and ready to go. here are a selection of our favorites, or you can choose to purchase a la carte and ask to have it boxed as a gift in the instruction box under your cart before checkout
for those who love to shop the holidays early, here are some old favorites and a few new ideas to make your holiday season merry and bright. please check back often as we continue to load this year's holiday collection
our richest, most moisturizing formula. a firm textured butter that melts on contact with the skin and spreads easily. we use organic hemp and olive butters and blend with coconut oil and botanical extracts. great after sun. drinks into the skin easily. we love it on bare legs. it you are familiar with raw shea butter.. same results without the greasy feeling. contains naturally occurring squalane to naturally hydrate and firm your skin
a collection of household products we use and love. some are our brand, others we endorse. if we could do it better (which we could not) it would be done as well as these. only the best for you
pure essential oil blends offer you an immersive aromatherapy shower experience that varies in intensity according to your requirements. each 2 ounce (60 ml) shower spray contains enough essential oil for 60+ showers (on average).
use: allow the shower to begin creating steam. hop in. spray a shot or two onto the shower wall or curtain at your head height to release aerosolized essential oils into the steam. breathe in and enjoy.
can be used in the shower, sauna and steam room
all natural, in-shower lotion bars to hydrate your skin at the end of your sower or bath. perfect for those who love silky soft skin without the feel of a regular moisturizer. when you are ready to use, pop it out of the biodegradable container and use. allow to dry between uses and it lasts an amazingly long time. our lotion bars are poured to 3.5 ounces
