While our Cool Rhythm handcrafted glycerin soap is perfect for the tranquil days of spring and summer, we like to think this clean scent delivers a jolt of liveliness all year-round. A blend of cucumber and sweet, juicy melon offers a stimulating cleansing experience that promises to invigorate the start of your day.

Every Magic Senses bar of soap is packed with its own unique personality. The designs of a particular scent follow a basic style, but your soap is always a one-of-a-kind creation. With a gentle moisturizing effect – you can thank the vegetable glycerin and other non-irritating ingredients that make up the soap. This means if you have sensitive, dry skin or battle with a skin condition (like eczema or psoriasis) – you can use our soap without any consequences.

Share the Rhythm with Others

The cucumber and melon scent of our Cool Rhythm handmade soap makes an uplifting gift for new and expecting moms, birthday guys and gals, and teenage girls. You can also pass on the rhythm to someone who needs a pick-me-up – perfect for a get-well gesture or a loved one recovering from a personal setback. Just like a rhythm that calls out your name, the scent of Cool Rhythm soap is hard to ignore.

Supporting the Dizzy Feet Foundation

If you’re ready to take advantage of the ultra-moisturizing qualities of vegetable glycerin soap, Cool Rhythm not only gives you fruity sensations, but the soap also gives back to the community. Our Cool Rhythm soap is part of the Dance Soap Collection, which donates 20% of every bar sold within the Collection to assist talented, less fortunate young dancers achieve their dreams. We support the Dizzy Feet Foundation, which was founded in 2009 by producer Nigel Lythgoe, director Adam Shankman, “Dancing with the Stars” judge Carrie Ann Inaba and actress Katie Holmes.

I just want to drop you a line to let you know we have a new gorgeous design: Feng Shui Wood Glycerin Soap! Some people say the fragrance reminds them of spring and new beginnings; to me, it’s woodsy, rich and soft at the same time. It’s very relaxing and subtle.

The design resembles tree trunks (in an abstract way, of course, as abstract is what we do best).

6 oz : $6.75/bar

We hope you like our latest addition!

With an open heart:

Finally, I have time to sit down and share my success story with you. Please bear with me as I am not very good at telling stories, especially mine.

Seven years ago I met my husband online and we fell in love. Two years later, we got married and I moved to California from Europe. With a B.A. in English and French, I found it a little boring to practice my Translator profession, so I wanted to re-invent myself and do something fun.

On one of our trips to Nevada, we saw this absolutely amazing soap! It was love at first smell! I wanted to buy a bar of every fragrance! They smelt soooo goooood! But they seemed a little bit expensive (now I know why!) so I ended up buying just three bars. I had one of them on my desk for the whole summer of 2005.

After a lot of thinking, my husband and I decided it would be fun for me to start a soap business. That was it. I’ve been busy ever since! It’s been a long journey, many times frustrating, many times rewarding and we’ve learnt a lot… but I wouldn’t change a thing! Okay, maybe the food coloring experience!

Here, at Magic Senses, we believe life is too short not to have fun! So we make fun soap! “Unique soap for unique people”.

During the past five years, I was asked many questions; here are just a few of them:

Do you make it yourself?
YES!

What’s your favorite fragrance?
Favorite? There is no such thing! They are all my favorites! That’s probably why we have over 60 designs in our Collections. I think it should be easier to say which one is not my top favorite: Patchouli. However, I have to admit that I started to like it…

How did you learn to make the design?
A lot of trial and error! The design you see in our soap has been perfected over time. It takes between three to five loaves to achieve the design (and colors) we are looking for. We are very picky. If it’s not fabulous, it’s not good enough.

What is the best advice I would give to my customers?
Keep the soap in a dish that drains and if the bar is too big for your hand, cut it in half! It will last twice as long. And if you don’t plan on using your soap for a few months, save it in a ziploc bag.

Which design are you the most fond of?
Well, they are all my “babies” so it is hard to choose… but I absolutely love “Cool Rhythm” and “Two to Tango“.

Are you afraid of competition?
Competition is healthy. It makes us want to be better. Plus, there is a type of customer for every business. I think there is room for everybody! That’s probably why we started Creative Soap Week! To share the love and celebrate with all the talented soap designers out there!

Magic Senses was built mainly on referrals and word of mouth. We have been blessed with loyal and supportive friends and customers and I want to take advantage of this occasion to thank you all for your wonderful support through the years! We love you!

This designer soap has changed our lives. It has given us a lot of opportunities to meet and help people and to put a smile on their faces through every single bar we make. If, five years ago, you had told me that my business would one day help raise funds for kids to learn how to dance, I would have laughed! But now, it is reality!

Don’t you ever believe you don’t have talent because you do! The sky is the limit. Now, I’m going back to living my American Dream!

If you want to find out more about Magic Senses, here are some links:

Visit Magic Senses store!
Visit Magic Senses Blog
Join Magic Senses Fan page on Facebook!
Follow Magic Senses on Twitter

Offering a kaleidoscope of colors, our Hyacinth glycerin soap sends the scent of fresh-cut flowers into the air during your shower. In the flower world, hyacinths supply gardens with long lasting blooms and a charming fragrance. Our Hyacinth soap dreamily captures the multi-colored hues of the flower, as they appear in a wide variety of colors, including yellow, red, pink, peach, purple, and blue.

Give Hyacinth Soap as a Gift

Our Hyacinth soap makes the perfect gift for flower enthusiasts and avid gardeners – colorful and full of fragrance. When giving as a gift, think of housewarming gestures, newlyweds, and birthday guys and gals. For Valentines’ Day, create an assortment of soaps for your sweetie – perhaps with more of our floral scents.

A Unique Feature

When holding one of the 6-ounce bars of Hyacinth soap in front of a light source, you will discover a unique feature – a glowing rainbow of cleanliness that resembles the beauty of a stained glass window.

Benefits of Hyacinth Glycerin Soap

Glycerin soap does not contain the harsh chemicals found in many commercial bath and beauty products. We use vegetable glycerin, fragrance oil, soap coloring, water, and love to create the scent and unique design of our Hyacinth soap. With non-drying moisturizing qualities, our soap also accommodates users with the most sensitive skin, as well as individuals who suffer from skin conditions, such as eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis.

Soap for Flower Lovers

Are you wild about flower-scented soaps? We offer a wide range of floral scents that include the calming scent of Lavender, the uplifting qualities of Gardenia, the cheerful look of Sweetpea, and the classic rose scents of Tuberose and Tea Rose. Take a look around and you may find several different options that sweetly bring flower garden scents to the comfort of your own bathroom.

This month the following are on sale:

Milk and Honey Handcrafted Glycerin Soap

This month you can buy the simple but beautiful design of Milk and Honey at an even lower price! We have an overstock (we like the fragrance so much that we kept on making the soap and ended up with quite a lot!!) so this is the perfect time to buy! Save 18%!

Price: $6.75 $5.55

Sex on the Beach Handcrafted Glycerin Soap

Refreshing blend of Orange, Vanilla and Mango! Just like the drink! It makes the perfect gift for citrus lovers and not only. Save 12%!

Price: $6.75 $5.94

Mystique Handcrafted Glycerin Soap

Previously known as Sandalwood Amber Oatmeal, Mystique is one of our most popular designs in the Oatmeal Collection. Calming fragrance, almost like the Sandalwood Amber Soap but a little softer due to the Oatmeal. Great exfoliant. Save 18%! 

Price: $6.75 $5.55

photo courtesy of Krypto

As you have probably heard, July 31 2010 has been declared the National Dance Day. Thousands of people are learning the Dance Day Routine that Tabitha and Napoleon put together. We have to admit, we are not that good at dancing… but we’ll try!

On July 31 2010, Magic Senses is joining the celebration and is offering FREE SHIPPING.

As we have already mentioned in a previous post, 20% of every bar sold from our Dance Soap Collection (especially created for Dizzy Feet foundation) goes to DFF. Choose from “Two to Tango“, “Cool Rhythm“, “Dancing in the Rain” or “Fragrance Free“.

The Dance Soap Collection is available at the Dizzy Feet Foundation Store and MagicSenses.com. However, the free shipping offer is only available at MagicSenses.com. 

Thank you and happy dancing!

This month we are offering 12% OFF the following:

Lilacs in Spring Handcrafted Glycerin Soap

One of our most beautiful soaps from the Floral Collection. The spring fling design (purple and white ribbons randomly scattered thoughout the bar), complements the soft lilac fragrance. As usual, not two bars are the same.

Price: $5.94

Sandalwood Handcrafted Glycerin Soap

Very rich, woodsy fragrance perfect for both men and women, especially men. With Father’s Day coming on June 20th, this would make the perfect, one-of-a-kind gift for a Father in your life. And we won’t tell you got it on sale!!

Price: $5.94

Milk and Honey Handcrafted Glycerin Soap

Calming fragrance, simple design. Has a little bit of oatmeal for gentle exfoliation.

Price: $5.94

I hope you had a great Valentine’s Day! Now it’s time for another soap giveaway! Check this out:

About the Giveaway:

Open to US residents only. We only ship to the United States.

Prize: 1 bar of Myrrh Glycerin Soap

Winners: 2

How to enter (required): Visit MagicSenses.com and then come back and leave a comment telling us the name of your favorite soap!

For additional entries (leave a new comment for each additional entry):
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7. one additional entry if you blog about this Giveaway with a link back to MagicSenses.com
8. one additional entry if you follow our Blog via email.

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The giveaway ends on Tuesday, March the 9th, 2010 (end of day). Don’t hesitate to tell your friends!

*Please make sure you leave a comment for each additional entry so you get credited.
*Also, please make sure you typed in the correct email address.
*The winners will be chosen via random.org and announced online and via e-mail.

Good luck!!

At Magic Senses, it’s easy for us to sing the praises of vegetable glycerin soap, but for readers looking for the cold, hard facts – there’s nothing like hearing the opinions and recommendations of a medical professional. With the help of two certified doctors, we hope to shed light on the top reasons to add vegetable glycerin soap to your daily skincare regimen.

Dr. Raphael Darvish, founder of Skinpeccable (Dermatology and Cosmetic Laser Center), shared with us his top five reasons for using glycerin soap. “Vegetable glycerin is beneficial for softening the skin, helpful for retaining moisture, and is non-irritating and hypoallergenic.” He also mentions that vegetable glycerin contains no animal products and provides a natural alternative for skin care. This characteristic of vegetable glycerin soap not only provides an effective choice for people with sensitive skin, but also satisfies the personal beliefs of vegans, who refrain from using products that contain animal by-products.

Since vegetable glycerin soap helps retain moisture and soften the skin, it possesses the ability to alleviate common issues, such as dry skin problems. Dr. Cynthia Bailey, a practicing dermatologist and skin care expert in Sonoma County, California, recommends glycerin soap to her patients. Due to its mild cleansing action, Dr. Bailey notes that glycerin soaps also correspond with a healthy winter skin care routine.

The majority of commercial soaps on the market contain harsh chemicals that rob your skin of its natural protective oils. Washing your hands in hot water and coming in contact with other sources of irritation also contribute to your susceptibility to the unforgiving elements of colder weather.  In the end, you’re left with itchy, chapped skin plagued with dryness. These harsh chemicals come in many disguises.

For instance, hand sanitizers become increasingly popular during flu season, but what many don’t realize is they typically contain at least 60% alcohol – affecting your hand’s natural oils and drying out your skin. To cut down on irritation and excessive dryness of the hands, Dr. Bailey suggests using gentle, non-drying cleansers, such as bar soaps made out of glycerin.

From infants to sensitive skin users, anyone can benefit from using vegetable glycerin soap as part of their skincare routine. Whether you’re looking for a product that gently cleanses the skin, encourages soft and supple skin, provides non-irritating sanitization, or accommodates skin conditions (such as eczema and psoriasis) – consider using doctor-approved vegetable glycerin soap to meet your skincare needs.

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Dr. Raphael Darvish founded Skinpeccable in 2004 to provide the highest quality dermatology care in a setting that is relaxing and comfortable. A graduate of the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Dr. Darvish completed his post-graduate residency training at Harbor/UCLA Medical Center. Having worked with the latest advancements in cosmetic lasers, Dr. Darvish has rapidly become a pioneer in the world of cosmetic dermatology and laser medicine.

Dr. Cynthia Bailey opened her general and surgical dermatology practice doors in 1991 with an emphasis on skin cancer and wholesome skin care. Prior to opening her private practice, Dr. Bailey was on the full time clinical teaching faculty at University of California San Diego Medical School. While there, she also conducted laboratory research on the effect of sunlight on skin.

This morning our Orange Clove soap was reviewed by Jennifer at The Dirty Shirt. Here is what she wrote:

“I had the great opportunity to be introduced to this company and received the Orange Clove soap to review. From the second the package showed up at my door I could smell the heavenly scent through the box and it only got better when I opened it. I loved the bright colors of the soap and after using it for the first time liked the scent even more. I love the special uniqueness of this soap and looked around their site for Christmas this year. I found so many great shapes, scents and more that I had to share the website with my friend who loves unique soaps. My next purchase will be their Gardenia soap, my favorite scent of all the floral scents. I recommend Magic Senses to everyone. Their soaps make the perfect gift!”