The first additive I ever experimented with in my soapmaking journey, four years ago, was dried birch leaves. They give the soap a gentle scrubby texture while lending it astringent and purifying properties. Once again, I’ve crafted a birch scrub soap, enriched with my favorite green additives: alfalfa, nettle, and green tea. This blend offers antimicrobial and soothing properties, while the texture is perfect for an exfoliating massage. The essential oil blend is warm, herbal, and balsamic: an earthy embrace for the skin!