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The Shield Maiden - Lingonberry and Spice Signature Soap

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Made in small batches. Each batch will vary in appearance but expect bars to be an average 4oz each. Our soaps last the average person 4-8 weeks, depending on use and storage between use.

The Shield Maiden is a natural, food-based soap that is named after the Norse myth. It is made with a blend of olive oil, coconut oil, castor seed oil, activated charcoal, ethical micas, phthalate-free fragrance and essential oils. The scent of this soap is lingonberry and spice, and it is colored red and black.

In Norse mythology, shield maidens were women who were trained in the art of combat and were known for their bravery and skill on the battlefield. They were often depicted as wearing armor and carrying shields, and were considered to be fierce warriors. The most famous shield maiden in Norse mythology is likely Lagertha, who was said to have fought alongside the legendary Viking hero, Ragnar Lothbrok.

The name "The Shield Maiden" for this soap is a nod to the bravery and strength associated with these legendary women warriors. Just as the shield maidens were known for their ability to protect themselves and others, this soap is designed to protect and nourish the skin.

The Shield Maiden soap is a unique blend of natural ingredients that have been carefully selected for their properties and benefits. Olive oil is known for its moisturizing and nourishing properties, making it an excellent choice for a soap base.  Coconut oil and castor seed oil are also moisturizing and nourishing ingredients, making them ideal for a soap that is designed to cleanse, protect, and sooth the skin.

Activated charcoal is another key ingredient in The Shield Maiden soap.  When added to soap, activated charcoal helps to cleanse the skin, leaving it feeling fresh and rejuvenated.

The scent of The Shield Maiden soap is a combination of lingonberry and spice. Lingonberries are a type of small, red berry that is native to Scandinavia. The spice scent that is used in this soap is a blend of warming spices like cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg. This scent is both invigorating and comforting, making it an ideal choice for a soap that is designed to cleanse and protect the skin.

In addition to its natural ingredients, the red color of The Shield Maiden soap is achieved using ethical micas. Mica is a mineral that is often used as a colorant in cosmetics and personal care products. Ethical micas are those that have been sourced and produced in a way that is socially and environmentally responsible. This ensures that the mica used in The Shield Maiden soap is not only beautiful, but also sustainable and ethical.

The black color of The Shield Maiden soap is achieved using activated charcoal. This ingredient not only provides the soap with its distinctive color, but it also helps to purify and cleanse the skin. The combination of red and black colors gives The Shield Maiden soap a striking and bold appearance, making it an ideal choice for those who want a soap that is both effective and visually appealing.

Overall, The Shield Maiden soap is a natural, food-based soap that is designed to cleanse, nourish, and protect the skin. It is made with a carefully chosen blend of natural ingredients, including olive oil, coconut oil, castor seed oil, activated charcoal, and phthalate-free fragrance oil and essential oil. The scent of this soap is a combination of lingonberry and spice, and it is colored red and black using natural colorants like ethical micas, and activated charcoal. Whether you are looking for a soap that is effective, visually appealing, or both, The Shield Maiden soap is an excellent choice.

Ingredients

Olive Oil, Coconut Oil, Castor Seed Oil, Tallow or Lard, Water/Lye Solution & phthalate-free Fragrance Oils

Contains Coconut

This product contains COCONUT!

Care information

For maximum use please make sure to store your soap in a space that it can fully dry between uses.

Customer Reviews

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Megan Scott
I am ready for battle!!

This is one of our favorite soaps from BoV. Our first purchase was two years ago and we finally ran out of all the others we had purchased, so we had to get more of the Shield Maiden. I don't know how to describe the scent but you can smell the spice in it. It works great for both my husband and myself. He loves to use it in his beard while I love it especially on my hands because I have a small form of eczema that is very itchy and this soap keeps it at bay. I love how it softens my skin and how much it lathers us as well.

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Zcp
An amazing scent!

I love this scent. I have ordered from BoV for a while now and I love their soap. I have skin irritation with everything but handmade soaps and BoV is my absolute favorite. The scent of this soap is amazing, it’s fruity with spice and i love how I smell when I use it. It’s also very hydrating and my skin never dries out from using BoV soaps. My husband and I both love the soaps we get from BoV, and I can’t wait to see what other fruity scents might become a thing.

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Michael P
Smells so good

Every soap i've tried so far smells amazing. This on is one of my favs

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Dawn Santiago
Love it!

Literally had to fight my teen for this one! She wanted it for herself, but its her dad's! Smells great! We love your soaps!

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Grace Blackbird
Worth every last penny

I absolutely love the shield maiden soap it is worth every last penny you spend on it including shipping.

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Megan Scott
I am ready for battle!!

This is one of our favorite soaps from BoV. Our first purchase was two years ago and we finally ran out of all the others we had purchased, so we had to get more of the Shield Maiden. I don't know how to describe the scent but you can smell the spice in it. It works great for both my husband and myself. He loves to use it in his beard while I love it especially on my hands because I have a small form of eczema that is very itchy and this soap keeps it at bay. I love how it softens my skin and how much it lathers us as well.

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Zcp
An amazing scent!

I love this scent. I have ordered from BoV for a while now and I love their soap. I have skin irritation with everything but handmade soaps and BoV is my absolute favorite. The scent of this soap is amazing, it’s fruity with spice and i love how I smell when I use it. It’s also very hydrating and my skin never dries out from using BoV soaps. My husband and I both love the soaps we get from BoV, and I can’t wait to see what other fruity scents might become a thing.

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Michael P
Smells so good

Every soap i've tried so far smells amazing. This on is one of my favs

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Dawn Santiago
Love it!

Literally had to fight my teen for this one! She wanted it for herself, but its her dad's! Smells great! We love your soaps!

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Grace Blackbird
Worth every last penny

I absolutely love the shield maiden soap it is worth every last penny you spend on it including shipping.