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Lotions have scent because the consumer wants it.

But what about those who are sensitive to scent, or have allergies?

I talk about why I leave out the scent in the Beesilk Hard Lotion Bar… except in customized cases.

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The Beesilk hard lotion bar works best for this type of skin:

• rough
• cracked
• split
• dry
• itchy
• allergy-prone
• scaly
• psoriasis or eczema

For skin that has open sores or painful rashes, it would be difficult to apply the lotion bar due to the hardness. In this podcast I offer tips for application.

If you’re simply looking for a novelty lotion because you already have smooth and moisturized skin, just pass on this.
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Shea butter does come from a nut, so if you are prone to nut allergies, check on this!

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Exactly how safe is the Beesilk Hard Lotion Bar?

1.) it has a hazard rating of 0 (listen to podcast to find out where it’s listed with this)
2.) it’s edible

You don’t have to treat dry skin with chemicals. It can be as easy as beeswax, coconut oil and shea butter!

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I didn’t expect the Beesilk hard lotion bar to work so well for eczema sufferers, but I’ve received fantastic feedback from those who have tried it for their eczema.

To understand this confusing world of eczema, I’ve asked a lot of questions from those who have it, and there appears to be various triggers of eczema. I believe the Beesilk lotion bar aids in keeping natural oils in the skin without the drying effects of steroid creams and other treatments.

Listen to the podcast where I pass along what I’ve learned, including a personal anecdote concerning my own son’s eczema.

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I wasn’t looking for an opportunity to run a business.

I didn’t even care whether the products I used on my skin were natural, biodegradable, or “green” – I just needed something that would heal the cracks and splits in my fingers that made my daily tasks incredibly painful.

When I figured out the solution, I wanted to help others, and eventually it turned into a business.

It all started with three ingredients: beeswax, shea butter and coconut oil.

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Why is the Beesilk hard lotion bar so different, and so effective? It’s all about the beeswax.

Some benefits:

• it lasts longer in your skin
• beeswax seals in the coconut oil and shea butter
• no preservatives (parabens and chemicals) and no fragrances means it’s better for your skin

Find out how long the lotion bar lasts by listening to the podcast.

Thank you to Stephanie from Keeper of the Home for a great question!
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Does the hard lotion work on pets?

I haven’t tried it, but the ingredients are completely safe and edible (so no need to worry if Fido licks it off).

Since it works for people, the hard lotion bar may work fine for pets. The beeswax seals in the coconut oil and shea butter, leaving no coating of lotion on the outer skin.

In this podcast, I give tips on how to apply the lotion to pets who have extreme dry skin issues.