November 23rd, 2011
Hello, Everyone-
Soap was the very first product that skinnyskinny ever made. My mom had been searching for a lavender/eucalyptus soap that she could no longer find. I casually told her that I’d make some for her even though I had never made soap before. That was maybe 7 years ago and I fell in-love with the soap making process so much that I completely changed careers and my life trajectory. I also made my mom really happy with a soap that she loved. Lavender and Eucalyptus will always remind me of her.
As skinnyskinny has grown, we have added many new products while still adhering to our focus on organic ingredients and ecofriendly packaging. Throughout this time, soap has been a constant companion of sorts and it is with some sadness that we have decided to phase out bar soaps from our product line. When our current stock is gone, they will not be replenished. We have made this decision for a variety of reasons, such as: the cost of our ingredients were skyrocketing, a shift in focus in our product line, and well, we needed to spread our wings a little.
So, please don’t be sad. Be happy for us and all the new things we’ll be making for you.
And most of all, Happy Thanksgiving!
Posted in organic body care | No Comments »
October 17th, 2011
It’s not uncommon for us to burst into high-pitched squeals and spontaneous “awws” when we talk about the newest addition to the skinnyskinny family. These adorable travel size organic dry shampoos put the ‘fun’ in ‘function’. They work just like the larger shampoos, absorbing oil and creating texture all while leaving your hair deliciously-scented. Now in a one ounce travel size version, these bad boys can go with you just about anywhere! They easily fit into purses, pockets, carry-ons, and gym bags. And with the holidays just around the corner, they make the perfect mini-gift and stocking stuffer! We can’t wait for you to try them, and we hope you love them just as much as we do!
To shop our organic dry shampoos, CLICK HERE.
Posted by: Stephanie
Tags: organic dry shampoo
Posted in new products, organic body care | No Comments »
September 11th, 2011
skinnyskinny is pleased to announce the opening of our brand new storefront! We were lucky enough to find a gorgeous space only two blocks from our previous location, still in the heart of Williamsburg. We are now nestled on the corner of Grand Street and Roebling (268 Grand to be exact), and couldn’t be more thrilled with the location! I could go on and on about how beautiful the new shop is, but in this case pictures will speak louder than words. Enjoy, and we hope you visit our new space soon!
(Notice the cute puppy dog under the table? That’s Haley.)
Posted By: Stephanie
Tags: new store
Posted in our store | No Comments »
June 28th, 2011
The proof is in the pudding…or rather, in the soap! This past Sunday we held the first of our summer Organic Soap Making classes. We wanted to share some of the photos from the workshop with all of you. Feeling left out? Don’t forget to sign up for our next class! Sunday July 17th, from 12pm – 3pm.
Getting prepped for class.
Clara explaining the cold process of making soap.
Mixing soap.
We limit our classes to 8 people so everyone has ample time to learn the craft. We still have spots left for our July 17th class, but don’t hesitate to sign up as spaces fill quickly!
Posted in classes, organic soap, our store | No Comments »
June 22nd, 2011
Yesterday was officially the first day of summer! You know what that means…it’s time to peel off those winter layers and let your skin get some sun. What better way to prep for all those picnics and beach dates than by using an organic body scrub! Our Organic Body Scrubs gently exfoliate, leaving your skin soft and supple. Made with turbinado sugar, sea salt, and incredibly-scented essential oils, these scrubs leave your skin so hydrated that there’s no need to follow up with a moisturizer. Hello time saver! These babies are available in 3 luscious scents. Choose Organic Clementine and Clove for a heavenly mix of sweet and spicy. Sugar and spice really do make everything nice.
Need a little more zen? Choose Organic Lavender and Eucalyptus, one of our favorite scent combinations. Calming and uplifting, this all-around therapeutic scrub helps to bring out your skin’s inner glow.
Like more of a morning pick-me-up? Check out our Organic Black Coffee Scrub. The fine granules of fair trade coffee grounds are the perfect exfoliant. Not only will the caffeine firm and tighten your skin, the delicious scent of coffee will help to awaken and energize without any mid-day crashes.
Don’t let your feet feel left out! Get those tootsies summer ready by using our Organic Rosemary and Mint Foot Scrub. This scrub is thicker than our other scrubs (contains pumice, lemon peel powder, and cornmeal) so it’s easier to massage onto your feet without being too grainy or rough. Rosemary is an excellent skin toner and mint has a cooling effect which makes your load feel a little bit lighter. Think of this scrub as a love letter to your tired, over-worked feet.
Enjoy your summer!
Posted in organic body care | 1 Comment »
June 16th, 2011
Ahhhh…summertime. Sunshine, bike rides, fresh-squeezed lemonade, and…soap.
skinnyskinny is bringing back our organic soap making classes! This means you (yes, you!) have the opportunity to earn bragging rights when you show all your friends the custom soap that you make in our workshop.
During these 3 hour hands-on classes, you learn the cold process of soap making, basics of scent-blending, uses of different oils, stability, and much more. The best part, you get to leave with over 50 ounces of your very own batch of soap. That’s 10-12 bars of of sudsy goodness for you to share (or you can keep it for yourself, we won’t tell).
Classes are limited to 8 people to ensure everyone gets ample time learning the craft. Private classes are also available for small groups (perfect for birthdays, showers, or team-building).
The next available class will be: Sunday, July 10th from 12pm to 3pm.
We’ll continue to announce new classes throughout the season, so be sure to watch our facebook, twitter, and website!
For any questions regarding classes, contact: info@skinnyskinny.com.
Posted in classes, organic soap, things to do | No Comments »
May 22nd, 2011
The printed word is not dead! We here at skinnyskinny are thrilled to introduce a unique selection of books to our product lineup. Seeing as New York City is home to some of the tiniest apartments and living spaces around, it made perfect sense for us to offer “Designs For Small Spaces” by Jennifer Hudson for our cramped and confined neighbors.
This book is chock-full of innovative design ideas to accommodate even the smallest of dwellings. The best part: there’s info on where to buy each item! No longer will we city slickers be creatively limited by our lack of space. The book quotes Leonarda da Vinci, “small rooms or dwellings discipline the mind, large ones weaken it”. I’m not saying I wouldn’t mind a larger apartment, but at least now I have some tips on how to fully appreciate my small one.
Posted by: Stephanie
Posted in book review, life in NYC, new products | No Comments »
April 7th, 2011
In an effort to help with the recent devastation in Japan, skinnyskinny will be donating 15% of sales of our Organic Dry Shampoo now through the next 15 days (April 7 through April 21) to the American Red Cross Japan Earthquake and Pacific Tsunami Fund. For more information on ways you can help, visit www.redcross.org.
Tags: Japan Relief Effort
Posted in organic body care | No Comments »
March 26th, 2011
With warm weather quickly approaching (and then sometimes retreating…), our feet begin to demand a bit more of our attention. Open-toe shoes, flip-flops, beach time, playing footsie underneath a table, and so on, it’s about time we pamper our feet and get them ready for prime-time so people don’t recoil in horror at them when we take our shoes off.
Our Organic Rosemary & Mint Foot Scrub goes a long, long way to curbing any embarrassment that you might experience. Our scrub is nice and thick so you only need a small amount each time. Because it’s thick, it’s easy to work with, meaning that it doesn’t fall off in big clumps as you’re trying to scrub. It’s no fun wasting stuff, after all. This amazing scrub is filled with sea salt and lots of organic cornmeal, shea butter, coconut oil, and smells great enough to fix the stinkiest feet. It leaves your feet super-soft and ready for some exquiste and non-toxic polishes.
So, what are you waitin’ for?
Tags: non-toxic nail polish, organic foot scrub
Posted in ecofriendly living, it's been awhile, organic body care, things to do | No Comments »
March 23rd, 2011
Our Organic Soaps are getting a little bit of a facelift. Of course, all these gorgeous new labels are printed with veggie inks on 100% Post-consumer wast recycled paper. We’re just waiting on these to get back from the printer. It’s like waiting for a letter (or email or text) from a betrothed… In short, waiting is hard for us. Here are a few of our faves, designed by the extraordinary Katrina Gelino:
Posted in it's been awhile, organic soap, rock paper stone, stop the presses | No Comments »
our newsletter!