{"title":"Accessories","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"sisal-soap-saver-bags","title":"Sisal Soap Saver Bags","description":"\u003cp\u003eI use one in the shower and I love it, which is why I decided to offer them for sale. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sisal soap saver bag is made of natural biodegradable fibres, and is an eco friendly material. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat for a plastic free zero-waste bathroom or kitchen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bag creates a rich lather and exfoliates gently as you wash. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMesh design is breathable and dries quickly. No need to worry about mold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from 100% natural sisal with a secure drawstring and wooden bead detail, each bag doubles as a soap saver and shower essential. Just pop in your favorite soap, lather under water, and hang it to dry. Ideal for zero-waste living, plastic-free bathrooms, or anyone looking to upgrade their routine with something simple and sustainable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hen Valley Soap","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52794384711977,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/1718\/0201\/files\/IMG_6773.jpg?v=1772822929"},{"product_id":"bamboo-soap-dish","title":"Bamboo Soap Dish","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eminimalist, slatted soap dish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e crafted from bamboo. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIf you're using \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ecold process soap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, a slatted dish isn't just a style choice—it’s practically a requirement. Cold process soaps are naturally high in glycerin, which is a \"humectant\" (it attracts moisture). While that's great for your skin, it means the soap can turn into a puddle of mush if it sits in water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHere is why a slatted design is the best friend for your handmade bars:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e1. Superior Air Circulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCold process soap needs to \"breathe\" to stay hard. A slatted dish allows air to circulate around the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eentire bar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, including the bottom. This helps the soap re-harden quickly after each use, maintaining the integrity of the bar's structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e2. Maximum Drainage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eUnlike ceramic or plastic dishes with solid bottoms (even those with \"nubs\"), a slatted bamboo dish ensures that water pulls away from the bar immediately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe Result:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e No \"soggy bottom\" or \"soap slime\" building up at the base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e3. Extends the Life of the Bar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHandmade soap is an investment. If a bar stays wet, it dissolves significantly faster. By keeping it dry, you can extend the life of a single bar by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e25% to 50%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hen Valley Soap","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52795017724201,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/1718\/0201\/files\/IMG_2268.jpg?v=1772668767"},{"product_id":"dish-brush-nylon","title":"Dish Brush - Nylon","description":"\u003cp\u003eI don't normally carry nylon bristle dish brushes, these were sent to me in error, so here they are!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSwitching to solid dish soap is a great move for the planet, but your choice of tool determines whether that soap bar lasts a month or a season. While natural fiber brushes (like agave or union fiber) are popular, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003enylon dish brushes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e have some distinct functional advantages when paired with solid soap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHere’s why a nylon brush might be the MVP of your sink setup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e1. Superior \"Lather Logic\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSolid dish soap requires mechanical friction to create suds. Because nylon bristles are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003enon-porous\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e and synthetic, they don't absorb the soap or the water into the fiber itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eThe Result:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e The soap stays on the surface of the bristles, creating a rich, foamy lather much faster than natural fibers, which tend to \"drink\" the soap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e2. Faster Drying \u0026amp; Better Hygiene\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOne of the biggest enemies of solid dish soap is a soggy brush. If a brush stays wet, it can soften the soap puck or harbor bacteria.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eQuick-Dry:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Nylon sheds water almost instantly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eMildew Resistant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Unlike wood and natural fiber brushes, nylon won't rot or develop mold if it stays in a damp soap dish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e3. Consistent Stiffness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNatural fibers (like Tampico) often soften significantly when they get hot and wet, losing their scrubbing power.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eThe Advantage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Nylon maintains its \"spring\" and structural integrity even in boiling dishwater. This allows you to put consistent pressure on the soap bar to load the brush and then tackle dried-on food without the bristles going limp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e4. Durability and Longevity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhile natural brushes are biodegradable, they tend to shed or \"shave down\" over time due to the friction of rubbing against a hard soap block.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eWear and Tear:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e High-quality nylon is incredibly resilient. It can handle thousands of \"swirls\" on a solid soap cake without the bristles snapping or thinning out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hen Valley Soap","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52795021099305,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/1718\/0201\/files\/IMG_2267.jpg?v=1772669052"},{"product_id":"sisal-fibre-brush","title":"Sisal Fibre Brush","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSwitching to solid dish soap and a sisal brush is a classic \"eco-warrior\" move, but it’s popular for more than just the aesthetic. It’s actually a highly functional pairing that addresses the specific physics of cleaning without liquid detergents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHere is why they work so well together:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e1. Superior Agitation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eUnlike liquid soap, which is mostly water and disperses easily, solid dish soap is highly concentrated. You need a brush with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003estiff, coarse bristles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e to \"charge\" the brush.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe Friction Factor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Sisal fibres are rugged enough to scrub the surface of the soap block to create a rich, thick lather that a soft plastic sponge just can't manage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eScrubbing Power:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Once the brush is loaded, those same stiff fibres provide the mechanical force needed to lift dried food and grease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e2. Durability vs. Heat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIf you like washing dishes in very hot water, plastic brushes are your enemy—they eventually soften, warp, and lose their \"spring.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eHeat Resistance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Sisal is a natural fibre derived from the Agave sisalana plant. It remains stiff and effective even in scalding water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eLongevity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Because the fibres are tough, they don't flatten out (or \"flower\") as quickly as synthetic bristles do.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e3. The \"Microplastic-Free\" Factor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eStandard yellow-and-green sponges and plastic brushes shed tiny particles as they degrade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eClean Drainage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e When a sisal brush wears down, it sheds tiny bits of plant fibre that are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ecompletely biodegradable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eSolid Soap Synergy:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Most solid dish soaps are formulated with natural oils (like coconut or olive). Pairing a plant-based soap with a plant-based brush keeps your entire cleaning cycle free of synthetic chemicals and microplastics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hen Valley Soap","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798996939049,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/1718\/0201\/files\/IMG_2327.jpg?v=1772817440"},{"product_id":"coconut-fibre-dish-brush","title":"Coconut FIbre Dish Brush","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIf the sisal brush is the \"heavy-duty scrubber,\" the coconut fibre brush (often called a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eCoir brush\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e) is the \"all-purpose workhorse.\" While they look similar, coconut fibres have a few unique physical properties that make them a dream to use with solid dish soap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHere is why coconut fibre is a top-tier choice for your kitchen sink:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e1. Naturally Grease-Resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis is the \"secret sauce\" of coconut fibre. Unlike synthetic sponges or even some other natural fibres that soak up grease and get slimy, coconut husk is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003enaturally hydrophobic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eClean Bristles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e It flickers away oil rather than absorbing it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe Benefit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e When you rub the brush onto your solid soap, the bristles stay \"clean\" enough to create a pure, white lather rather than a greasy slurry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e2. High Density for Better Lather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCoconut brushes are usually much denser than sisal brushes. Because solid dish soap requires a bit of \"work\" to activate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eSurface Area:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e The high density of the bristles creates more friction against the soap block.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFoam Retention:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e It holds onto the lather longer, meaning you don't have to go back to the soap block as often while scrubbing a large pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e3. Gentle but Effective\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCoconut fibers are slightly more flexible than sisal but tougher than plastic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eNon-Scratch:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e They are generally safe for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ecast iron, stainless steel, and even some non-stick surfaces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e (though you should always test a small area first).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eContour Cleaning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Because the bristles have a bit of \"give,\" they curve around the edges of bowls and muffin tins more effectively than stiffer brushes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMaintenance Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eCoconut fiber is famously \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003erot-resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e (it’s used for boat ropes because it loves the water), but the wooden handle usually isn't. To prevent the wood from cracking while the fibers stay strong, give the handle a quick rub with a bit of food-grade mineral oil or linseed oil every few months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hen Valley Soap","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52799000772905,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/1718\/0201\/files\/IMG_2324.jpg?v=1772817636"},{"product_id":"loofah-sponge-organic-gourd-biodegradable","title":"Loofah Sponge | Organic Gourd | Biodegradable","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA loofah sponge is a natural, fibrous, and biodegradable sponge made from dried, fibrous interior of the Luffa aegyptiaca plat, a climbing vine in the cucumber gourd family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo use a loofah, wet with warm water to soften the fibers, apply soap or body wash, and gently scrub your skin in circular motions to exfoliate. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePieces are 4\" long (10.5cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hen Valley Soap","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53092286628137,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/1718\/0201\/files\/IMG_1067.jpg?v=1777821529"},{"product_id":"round-bamboo-soap-dish","title":"Round Bamboo Soap Dish","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis round bamboo soap dish is intended for our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/henvalleysoap.com\/collections\/face-bars\"\u003eface bars\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/henvalleysoap.com\/collections\/salt-soap\"\u003esalt soaps\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is 3 1\/4\" (8.5cm) round and slotted so your soap can drain and last longer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hen Valley Soap","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53244165947689,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/1718\/0201\/files\/IMG_2581.jpg?v=1781098598"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/1718\/0201\/collections\/IMG_2221.png?v=1772646024","url":"https:\/\/henvalleysoap.com\/collections\/accessories.oembed","provider":"Hen Valley Soap","version":"1.0","type":"link"}