A great way to reduce waste in the bathroom is by switching to bar products instead of ones in plastic bottles. In the realm of eco-friendly skincare, lotion bars are emerging as a popular alternative to traditional lotions due to their minimal packaging and natural ingredients. One lotion bar that I have been trying is the Lemon Vanilla bar from Moon Valley Organics. In today’s post I will be sharing a full review of this sustainable lotion bar, including my thoughts on the positives and negatives of this eco swap. Let’s jump right into it!
What I Love About this Lotion Bar
True to its eco-friendly ethos, the Moon Valley Organics lotion bar is packaged in a zero waste tin container that can be easily reused or recycled—a significant plus for environmentally conscious consumers. You can purchase bar refills from their website which allows you to keep using the tin for the same product over and over again. The size of the tin is perfect for the bar, but also slim enough for easy storage in the bathroom.
The texture of the lotion bar is solid at room temperature but melts slightly when rubbed between the hands. This makes it easy to apply! It absorbs well, leaving a silky (not greasy) finish on the skin. The bar is notably concentrated, meaning a little goes a long way. The bar will last much longer than you think it will. I have found it works great as an all-body lotion… But it can be used on rough spots (like elbows and heels) too. Definitely the perfect lotion for everyday use!
The ingredients list of the Moon Valley Organics lotion bar is impressively simple and clean as well. As someone who appreciates products with few ingredients, this is a huge bonus for me. The bar features organic beeswax, calendula, and a range of organic essential oils and herbal extracts depending on the scent variant. Because the ingredients are clean and limited, it can be used by anyone – even those with sensitive skin.
What Could Be Improved
Like with any review on this blog, it is important to talk about price. Each lotion bar is $14.99 on their website. While the price point is slightly higher than some conventional lotions, its longevity and quality of ingredients offer good value for money. Considering its effectiveness and the minimal environmental impact, the cost (in my opinion) can be justified for those prioritizing organic and sustainable skincare products.
Moon Valley Organics has 4 different scents to choose from, calming lavendar to coconut lemon. The one I tried is lemon vanilla. Because they use essential oils, be warned that the lotion isn’t very strongly scented. For me this isn’t an issue; but, if you want the scent to be stronger it could be a negative for this lotion bar.
The Moon Valley Organics lotion bars are an excellent choice for those looking to nourish their skin with natural, organic ingredients. And it is an environmentally responsible purchase! With its effective moisturization, pleasant scents, and sustainable packaging, this lotion bar not only meets the skincare needs but also supports the wellness of both the planet and its users. Have you tried a lotion bar yet??
Love,
Jenna ♥
I appreciate your honest review. I love that you always look and the pros and potential drawbacks as well. The scents sound like they would be really wonderful.