“June is the cruelest month... Every plant looks pitiful and, when you walk past it, moans a little, envious because you can walk yourself to a drink and it can't... In June there is no vital sign, not so much as a humid breath against a pane of glass, till the summer storms arrive..."
~Barbara Kingsolver, "Making Peace," 1998
Arizona's monsoon season has been a dramatic part of life for centuries. Indigenous cultures like the Hohokam developed sophisticated irrigation systems to capture and store the precious monsoon rainwater, allowing them to thrive in the arid environment.
The arrival of the monsoon rains was often marked by celebrations, as it brought life not just to the land but also to their hopes for a bountiful harvest. Desert animals come out to stand in the rain and the Sonoran Toads come to life, crawling from the ground to soak up the cool water.
Today, the monsoon still holds a special place in Arizona's heart. The dramatic shift in weather brings with it stunning sunsets painted orange and purple by the moisture-laden clouds. The desert floor, usually parched and cracked, comes alive with a burst of wildflowers. And the enterprising spirit hasn't faded - local artisans have captured the essence of the monsoon in handcrafted soap.
This bar of soap is swirled with rich blues, greens, and grays, mimicking the monsoon sky. Hints of earthy desert scents like cactus flower and rain-soaked creosote mingle with the clean, invigorating fragrance of desert rain. This monsoon soap isn't just for cleansing, it's a little piece of Arizona magic to hold in your hands.
We've featured an alluring scent - a rich blend of citrus, coconut, eucalyptus, and pine. It feels magical and mysterious, just like our desert monsoons!
Ingredients
water | saponified oils of olea europaea (olive) fruit | elaeis guineensis (palm)** | cocos nucifera (coconut) | prunus armeniaca (apricot kernel) | ricinus (castor) communis seed | butyrospermum parkii (shea butter) | colloidal oatmeal | kaolin clay | premium fragrance | premium colorants | activated charcoal
*Organic
**RSPO Sustainably Sourced Palm Oil (RSPO)
Please note:
- All soaps are handmade in small batches with pure, natural, high quality ingredients so the color and look of this soap varies slightly from batch to batch.
- These bars of soap are hand cut and weigh approx. 3.25 - 5 ozs
- Product may differ slightly in appearance and color between each batch and/or bar.
- For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
