The Truth About Commercial Skincare Ingredients & why your skin deserves better.

Have you ever flipped over a bottle of lotion or soap and felt like you needed a chemistry degree to understand the label? You’re not alone. Many commercial skincare products are packed with synthetic ingredients—things like parabens, sulfates, and artificial fragrances—that are cheap to produce but harsh on your skin. These lab-made additives might make products feel silky or smell strong, but they can come with a cost.

Let’s start with parabens—these are preservatives used to extend shelf life, but studies have shown they may disrupt hormone function by mimicking estrogen in the body. Then there are sulfates like SLS (sodium lauryl sulfate), which create lather but can strip your skin of its natural oils, leaving it dry, irritated, and more vulnerable to eczema or acne. And don’t get us started on synthetic fragrances, which are often a cocktail of undisclosed chemicals that can trigger allergic reactions or worsen skin conditions.

At Sugar Mountain Trading Co., we believe in full transparency and better choices. You won’t find any of those questionable ingredients in our soaps or lotions. Instead, we use plant-based oils, mineral-rich clays, essential oils, and naturally derived preservatives. Our products are designed to support your skin’s natural barrier—not fight against it. They're gentle, effective, and made with ingredients you can actually pronounce.

We don’t cut corners—and your skin shouldn’t have to either. If you’re ready to ditch the chemical-laced commercial stuff and switch to something real, nourishing, and made with care, we’ve got you. Your skin (and your peace of mind) will thank you.

So... Check out our products ingredients on our website and see exactly what goes into every bar, bottle, and balm. No junk. Just the good stuff.

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