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Practical information about raw honey, handmade soap, shampoo bars, natural deodorant, and everyday skincare products from Backyard Bees.

Simple guides to help you choose, use, and care for natural products.

3 glass jars of raw honey by Backyard bees

Honey

Why Does Raw Honey Crystallize?

Why raw honey naturally changes texture and how to safely reliquify it.

Rhassoul Shampoo Bar on white soap lift with basket of basekt towels behind on rustic setting

Hair Care

How to Use a Shampoo Bar

Tips for switching to a solid shampoo bar and getting the best results.

a bar of soap on a plate with lavender flowers and soft white cotton washcloth and fresh deodorant

Bodycare

Switching to Natural Deodorant

What to expect when switching to natural deodorant and how to find what works for your body.

Stacked natural cleansing soap bars with reusable sisal soap saver bag

Soap

Natural Soap vs Commercial Soap

Why handmade soap feels different and how to choose the right bar for your skin.

Sweet Little Things gift bag with two Backyard Bees lip balms

Skincare

Beeswax Lip Balm Guide

Why lips dry out, how beeswax protects, and what to look for in a quality lip balm.

Citry Sage Lotion Bar held in hand to show size of the eco-friendly paper tube

Skincare

Lotion Bar Guide

Why raw honey naturally changes texture and how to safely reliquify it.

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