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Little seeds of knowledge
Welcome to SOWN — Wild Māra’s little corner of the internet, where nature, skincare, slow living, and botanical wisdom are gently shared.
Here you’ll find thoughtful reads, little seeds of knowledge, and stories from behind the scenes — from how Wild Māra products are made, to the healing power of botanicals, simple self-care rituals, and naturally kind ways to nourish body and mind.
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Very indulgent and deeply nourishing. Your skin and your senses will be pampered with pure luxury, thanks to a rich combination of three decadent butters alongside a heavenly scented blend of carefully selected essential oils. You might assume that having salt in a soap would create a scratchy sensation, but that’s definitely not the case here. I use an ultra-fine New Zealand sea salt to completely avoid any roughness. These salt bars are wonderfully creamy, intensely moisturising, and exceptionally skin-softening. The lather they produce is almost lotion-like in texture. After using one, your skin will feel as if you’ve just enjoyed a rejuvenating, blissful day at the spa.
Size
Approx 120g, 7cm x 7cm round
Fresh, Citrusy & Rejuvenating. Contains Pink Grapefruit essential oil which is known to awaken the senses & help encourage smoother skin. Homegrown Lemonbalm infused in Olive Oil & made into a Hydrosol gives you fresh citrusy notes. I’ve used pink Himalayan sea salt which has an exfoliating scrubby feel to the skin. Great for someone who prefers a scrubby soap & great for sorting out the cellulite. These salt bars are creamy, moisturising & skin softening. The lather is almost lotion-like. Your skin will feel like you’ve been to a day spa.
Size
Approx 120g, 7cm x7cm round
If you truly love the soothing scent and calming properties of Lavender, then this soap is the perfect choice for you!
It is made with nourishing cocoa & shea butter and a blend of plant oils, including sunflower oil, which is particularly high in vitamin E to effectively aid dry skin and help it retain moisture. This exquisite soap features lavender that has been infused in olive oil, along with lavender hydrosol that I personally distill, ensuring the highest quality. Additionally, lavender essential oil is included to enhance the overall fragrance and therapeutic benefits. To further enrich the experience, coconut milk is added, imparting a rich creaminess that leaves your skin feeling soft, smooth, and utterly pampered.
Size
Approx 120g, 7.5cm x 7cm
A Detox Salt Soap. The Charcoal will help draw out any toxins whilst the Lavender Hydrosol has skin healing anti-microbial properties. Great if you have any skin issues.
You’d think having salt in a soap would feel scratchy but not these. I use a very fine NZ sea salt to avoid that scratchy feeling. These salt bars are creamy, moisturising & skin softening. The lather is almost lotion-like. Your skin will feel like you’ve been to a day spa.
Just to note: This soap is topped with Coarse Pink Himalayan Sea Salt which will be quite scratchy initially on your skin, you can either remove it or use the other side.
Size
Approx. 120g, 7cm x 7cm round