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It's not often I walk into a store and am moved to exclaim, "Cool!"
This store looks 100 years old (probably because it is,) but it is stocked with all the newest and finest self-care products as well as the old standbys. There are collections of soaps, fragrances and spa-quality products, and if my guess is right none of them contain parabens or any of those nasty chemicals.
Guys, if you want to buy your mom or wife or girlfriend something lovely that she might not buy for herself, this would be a good place to start. I splurged on a Mason Pearson hairbrush that cost even more than a session of therapy, but it will last me forever. My friend purchased some homeopathic anti-nausea pills that she said work great. Wish I had known about those back when I was pregnant.
Gosh, I love this place. I am always thinking how I can wash and shave more often so that I can go back and try something else new from Merz.
A bit overstuffed, so much for the eyes to see. Yet, well worn and true to its nature.
A definite City of Chicago jem. This is one of the reasons why we live in a city. Great neighborhood, whenever I am feeling heartsick for Europe, an afternoon in Lincoln Square cures me. W
This place is a dream come true.
Upon entering Merz Apothecary, you are immediately overwhelmed by an array of sights and smells. Not in the way that Bath & Body Works bombards you with its sickly sweet, ridiculously pungent synthetic fragrances and horrendously bright colors, but in a way that would make any appreciator of fine hygiene products double-check their bank account before taking another step.
I am a novice wetshaver and consider soap to be an art form, so this place was a real treat. The staff was very helpful, but did not immediately walk up and bug me. When I asked one of the girls her advice on a good moisturizing sandalwood bar soap, she was very helpful and gave me several options, most of which were based on personal usage of the products. The clerks stay out of your way but come to the rescue when you need them, and I like that. I didn't feel pressured by the staff to buy a single thing, and they didn't bat an eye when I stood around the Pre de Provence soap table and sniffed to my heart's content. They had some decent unobtrusive music playing quietly when I was there, and the place has a very cozy atmosphere with hardwood floors and fully stocked shelves. If you don't see something right in front of you that catches your eye, turn your head and try again.
If you are into wetshaving, you owe it to yourself to check this place out. They've got an amazing selection of soaps, creams, pre- and post-shaves, straight and safety razors, brushes, lather bowls, the whole nine yards. They carry many of the well-known brands such as Trumper, Truefitt & Hill, Tabac, Muehle, Proraso, Kent, Merkur, Dovo, etc. The prices are a few bucks more than you would pay with an online vendor, but then again there's no shipping costs and you get the pleasant experience of spending time in this store.
The amount of money I could blow in this place is staggering. Go at all costs.
I love this place! It is an old fashioned apothecary on Lincoln Avenue in the German nook of Chicago called Lincoln Square.
They offer a wide selection of European soaps, body washes, and creams. Every kind of sundry imaginable. Great hair brushes too. The pharmacist is knowledgable. They carry the best herbal formulas. This is *the* place to get Echinacea and St. John's Wort.
A fun and pretty little boutique---definitely check it out!
Hands down the greatest place to go for men's shaving supplies. They carry Merkur Special blades which beat the hell out of the Walgreens brand ones you can pick up down the street. They also have not one but two (2!) different alum blocks for sale. Awesome.
This place smells like unicorn shit (read: magical).
I usually just walk into Merz, hang around for…
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Eczema.
I have been diagnosed with this by my doctor. It's red. It's itchy and when I scratch at it (I know it's wrong, but I can't help it) it bleeds. Totally gross, I know, but it's my skin. Luckily for me, my eczema is contained to my feet, but nothing I've been using or have been prescribed by my doctor has been effective in keeping my eczema under control.
Enter Merz.
I walk up to the counter where I'm greeted by a very nice young lady. I explain my situation and ask if there is any natural remedy for my horrid skin disease. She thinks for a moment and then says follow me. I follow her around the store while she explains that I need:
- Florasone, to relive the itching of the eczema.
- Sof' Feet, a taffy-like substance, to soften my feet and provide a much needed barrier of protection.
- Fish Oil, which will help provide my skin with the nourishment it needs from the inside out.
I thank her for her time and expertise. I take my time and finally walk to the cash register with all three products. $33 later I walk out with my bag, hopeful that this will help my skin get back under control.
Update.
I've been using all three products in the way she described I should for over a week now and I have to say I'm very impressed with the results. My skin isn't as red or itchy as it used to be and it feels so much smoother as well. I have to say, for the amount of time, energy, and money I've spent on keeping my eczema under control, I wished I had gone to Merz with my dilemma sooner.
Thanks Merz!
I'm now a firm believer in the power of natural healing.
This is the most fragrant store I've ever been to, and I mean that in the best way possible. If I… Read more »
My family has travelled to Europe many times, and this is the perfect place to buy European soaps/goodies/potpourri as small gifts. It's also a great place to buy all natural/organic/imported shampoos, soaps, face washes/teas/health care items etc.
I don't have any kids, but do see a section with items for the little ones. One of the best places in Chicago to get lost on a Saturday afternoon.
Merz Apothecary is just HANDS DOWN the best store that's anything like it anywhere. Soaps and hand lotions and shampoos, yeah, I suppose you can get that at Walgreens, but not that quality. And, staying true to the Apothecary thing, you can still get borage and feverfew and all those old herbs with funny names along with vitamins and formulations that you only get at health food stores.
My only warning... plan how much you want to spend before stepping foot in the store, because it goes fast here.
I stumbled across this store while in the Lincoln Square area, and spent a long time looking around, smelling perfumes and candles. The employees were nice...left me alone to do my own thing (thank you) and were there to help me when and if I needed it.
I could get lost for hours in stores like this.
Parking is about as enjoyable as getting a Colonoscopy, as per the usual parking experience in Chicago...so in my opinion, take the bus.
Oh how I love all of then smells of this place.
Every single time I come in here it's like a time warp-- I don't know how but I manage to spend about an hour just looking and smelling and sampling.
Lot's of Caswell Massey products to browse including the Lily of the Valley talc (a personal favorite that is often difficult to find).
This charming store should be on everybody's Lincoln Square to do list.
Yes, Merz is a charming journey through time and yes, you can spend hours sniffing the soaps and candles. The reason that I visit Merz-- even after leaving Lincoln Square and moving out-of-state-- is more practical: they carry wonderful European skin products that you simply can't find anywhere else. Trust me, I've checked! For example, you can't buy the mega-popular, super-effective Herbalind glycerin hand cream (made in Germany) through any other U.S. retailer, bricks-and-mortar OR online.
So consider yourself warned: you may find the perfect product for your needs, but it will demand a lifetime of pilgrimages to this delightful establishment. (Well, okay, you can place phone orders or make purchases from http://smallflower.com, but that's no fun.)
So I wrote a hysterical (in my own eyes) review of Merz Apothecary and gave it a low rating (2 Stars). I suppose infantile mocking humor is less funny when the faceless business's owner emails you with the gracious offer to show you around the store.
I'll stick to my guns and say that the scents are overpowering for me, but it's not like they're bad smells. Merz Fart Emporium would be a bad idea, probably.
The fact that a business reached out when I was making a snarky joke makes me want to apologize and play nice. I'm not certain that I'll ever visit more regularly than to pick up my mom's lotiony b-day present, but, for if for no other reason that an excellent application of the dying art of customer service, I will definitely recommend Merz to people who enjoy body care products.
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Merz Apothecary is a candy store for soap nerds, paranoid naturalists and rich moms. I am one-and-a-half of those things and I was in heaven. Ointments, spooky teas and all sorts of other witchcraft are stacked in every conceivable crevice. Every place my eyes landed I saw something that beckoned me to pick it up, open it, smell it, and then read the label to my husband. I was lucky to escape with only hand cream, baby lotion and a mustache comb (for my son, I'm hoping now that he's three his mustache will start to fill out.)
I have a feeling this will be one of those places where I drag everyone who visits me from now on.
ive had mixed results with M.A. but its a cool place. I still go in for tea tree oil a times too.
Staff is really nice as well.
I see I will join a lot of yelpers here complimenting Merz. A friend of mine who lives nearby introduced me to this place and what can I say I love it. They have many different products as others indicated but my favorite things are the bath salts. They are costing me a $30 or maybe $40 extra a month in water bills. I stopped taking showers and instead spend as much time as I can in my bathtub with a good book and a nice aroma from Merz's candles. This the life.
Dangerous.
This place is absolutely not recommended for those whose will-power does not have an inverse relationship with their bank account. (graph it, you'll get it)
That being said: Patronize this place, dammit!
It is homeopathic heaven for all things soap, scented, natural, clean, and delightful. The staff is smart and passionate (and presumably, quite clean). The products are diverse and unparalleled. You will never want to do your self care shopping at Target again (sorry, guys).
The moment you walk in, you are transported to this historic, exotic, natural place crowded with bottles of all shapes and sizes (and antique ones on the wall). Imagine an elixir, they have it.
Tiny, age-old fragrances mixed in with obscure re-imaginings. A nook of teas, a cranny of soaps, a corner of natural pet care, a spread of pure oils , baskets and baskets of lip balm. Have I convinced you?
Go. Get thee to Merz. Define an amount you are willing to part with, you weak-willed ones (imported soaps are often in the 20s)
You will come out smelling like a new person. And, yes, that's a good thing.
Uhhh, this place gives me a lotiongasm.
They've got all sorts of shit, and I really love the unique smells. Don't quote me on this, but I'm pretty sure none of their products will give you the Cancer either.
B+
This store is really cool!
The first time I came into the store, I was just exploring the neighborhood, but it's totally one of my favorite places in the square. You walk in, and the "natural" aroma immediately hits you.
They honestly have every supplement, vitamin, and natural substance you could ever want. The staff is all completely friendly and helpful. The only bad thing that I can say is that it is a little bit pricey, but it's totally worth it!
I could write a five star review of Merz Apothecary every day and not get bored. First, it's a freakin' apothecary. Not just a drugstore. If you're looking for some herbal remedies, this is the place. If you're looking for some homeopathic medication, this is the place. If you're looking for some natural soaps and lotions, this is the place. I could go on and on.
So I will. Lozenges of every flavor and variety, natural shave creams and brushes, loofahs and a variety of other scrubbing products, herbal teas, detox products, candles, soaps, bath toys for gosh sakes! Apparently "apothecary" translates to "purveyor of products for better living." If you have too much stress in your life, I can all but guarantee that Merz has something to wipe it out.
On top of all that, Merz has an incredibly knowledgeable staff. So if you're not sure what you need, but you can describe what you want it to do, they'll put you on to the right thing. On the other hand, if you just want to browse -- and you will want to browse -- they'll leave you alone to do that as well. The strange thing is, I don't actually but a lot of products from Merz. So the fact that I love them so much says something. About them or about me, I'm not sure.
If you're in the market for horehound throat lozenges, Merz is the place for it. You can also pick… Read more »
Merz has an amazing selection of soaps, fragrances, candles, etc. from all around the world. Prices were reasonable for most items. Something for everyone here, and great gifts are to be found, as well.
I was very happy to find AHAVA products here, too.
I hope this place doesn't go out of business -- it's a great shop in the heart of Lincoln Square!
obscure stuff for the maintenance of the human form.
If any of your parts are oozing/broken/hairy/achy/stinky/dry, they will have something you've never heard of to fix it. they will listen intently as you desribe your malady, and then present you with some German labelled extract made from Mediterranian Goat pee.
look at Heidi Klum. this stuff must work.
It would be 5 stars, if not for the high prices.
I love this place! Smells great, and they have more products than you could possibly dream up! I'm really into all natural, vegan skin care, and they have a lot of options.
The employees are extremely knowledgeable and friendly, as well. They genuinely want to help you find the right thing for you, and not what is the most expensive.
Love it!
Merz Apothecary in Lincoln Square is worth a visit, even if you live in a different neighborhood. Merz has every beauty or alternative health care product you could want. I have purchased pumpkin flavored Japanese toothpaste, lemon-scented German roll-on deodarant, and an old-fashioend water bottle at Merz.
The prices may be a little more than other places, but you are paying for the HUGE selection. For example, Tom's of Maine Cinnamint mouthwash was about $0.40 more at Merz than Whole Foods, but I could buy it at the same time as my other health care products. The personalized attention is also worth the extra cost.
The only minus is that the place is so packed it is overwhelming. There are usually a lot of staff on hand in this small store, sometimes making me feel a little claustrophobic.
Although tempting, I'd be lying if I said they saved my life...but they definitely did CHANGE & IMPROVE my quality of life.
On my last visit (obvious in my review) I did what I call a "tourist stop." I was new to the hood and walked in every store up and down the LSquare strip. It wasn't until I began to have health issues that I searched for advice, any help I could possibly find.
Merz was a life saver--and was just as sweet as the candy assisting me. Their employees lean over backwards [no, not that way silly...well maybe if you ask nicely with a smile and wink] to help their customers live a better, healthier life. That's what they're allllll about--HELPING OTHERS (now that's hard to find in a large metropolis)! Other reviews go on and on about their huge personal health product selection but I am here frankly to help others improve their daily routine by a quick trip to Merz.
**Attention: If you usually "steer away" from straight-forward health issues due to it being deemed 'gross' or 'disgusting,' spare yourself now by reading other censored reviews... On another note, this review is also not meant to have a negative reflection on the Peace Corps and their program**
I was recently released on "ET" (Early Termination) health terms from the Peace Corps in the Dominican Republic. I had become too ill to continue serving others when I could barely take care of myself. I found myself with a high white blood cell count (detecting a present infection), extreme heartburn, endless stomach bloatedness, diarrhea, acid reflex and cramps/stabbing leaving me to the point of tears. Every morning and evening was my "man-period", except I lost 13 pounds instead of gaining. I had returned to the US and only gotten worse. I was put on two weeks of antibiotics to kill off any parasite that may have been lingering around, plus my normal supply of Malaria pills. These only made me sicker.
Of course I took a trip to the gastroenterologist who performed his expected endoscopy/colonoscopy procedures and found nothing. As always they reveal to you thousands of dollars later with the umbrella diagnosis of "IBS" (Irritable Bowel Syndrome). Um duh! Ya there's irritation of my bowel movements!
On my own terms, I thought a visit to an allergist would be useful and found out about 15+ food allergies. No matter what I ate, even avoiding these intolerable foods, it lead me to extreme discomfort. Finally I was desperate to find a cure. Thank you Merz for recommending the ParaZyme Probiotics!! I guess adding these little microorganisms/flora to my digestive system cleared up any disturbances and now helps me digest foods I couldn't before. For only $20 for 90 capsules I can live my daily life without disturbances.
Oh it doesn't end there...
At this time, I was also having my scalp itch, burn and peel badly to the point of public embarrassment. Not only that but my hair was also falling out! I tried 5+ shampoos, conditioners, lotions and products like Scalpicin and decided to bring my concern to Merz. I swore it was the coconut oils/chemicals that caused this reaction so I mentioned this to them. They found me an organic oils shampoo that is meant for dry scalps, skin allergies, and discomfort. I now have a full head of hair without any aggravation or embarrassment!
If you have any health ailments, give Merz a try before going to a doctor!! They remain organic and vegan friendly! Oh and don't get my wrong but I was uber-hesitant because my father had always used odd health food items that grossed me out with bizarre odors, colors and textures. No worries, Merz will respect your boundaries.
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Where else can you find toothpaste that tastes like Fuji apples or curry? German body soap in scents I can't fathom? Or perfume oils in cute glass bottles that smell like apples or jasmine?
I can't get enough of this place! I could spend entire paychecks here!
The staff is very knowledgeable about the products and are never pushy about selling. They know the products really sell themselves!
The place looks amazing too. I love the old world apothecary look and flowing counters. You are free to smell everything and there are testers for a lot of it.
If you have a friend like me who's a "product whore", this is the best place to find an unusual gift that they'll love. Even if you can't read the lable you know you're getting something cool.
Merz Apothecary looks like the 19th century equivalent of a Sephora (if ever there was such a thing), crossed with your corner drug store (which is what an apothecary was, really), with a dash of Whole Foods mixed in (bulk teas, Sigg water bottles).
It's bath and beauty central, no doubt about it. Soaps, brushes, lotions, perfumes, shaving goods, lip-balm-palooza. I thought I knew every brand of hand cream out there; I was clearly deluding myself.
The "apothecary" aspect comes out in the large selection of lozenges and personal care products such as toothbrushes. (I also loved that vestiges of their past remain in the form of tinctures in bottles that line the shelves behind the counter.)
Beyond the delectable scent of everything sold here (it all smells almost edible), it's as if every item was selected with an eye for the packaging alone. I was enchanted by the beautiful Art Deco labels on a line of perfumes and bath oils, then the colorful yet streamlined style employed on a line of soaps and candles; everywhere you turn there's something elegant and attractive to look at.
Then there were just the puzzler products: things like beads for your vacuum to make it smell like "Beach Days", or (my favorite oddity), Breath Palette toothpaste from Japan, which comes in funky flavors ranging from Pumpkin Pudding to Caramel to Cola. (How can your teeth feel clean after eating dessert if you're brushing them with caramel-flavored toothpaste??) It's great that Merz includes more unusual products along with the standard ones.
Staff was friendly when I was checking out, but as I perused I could here several staffers hashing over some issue related to another employee; better to keep that to the back room if you can, out of the earshot of the public.
This was my first visit to Merz, but as I found out, I was not a first-time customer; when I made my purchase and got my bag, I saw their web address on it, http://smallflower.com. When I lived in another state I once splurged and ordered $30 in lip balm from here! They carry many brands of lip balm, including the popular and hard-to-find Labello and various varietals of Smith's Rosebud Salve.
This may have been my first trip to Merz, but it certainly won't be my last.
I only leave off a star because for the first 6 years I lived here I swear they hired someone just to follow me around the store. It was annoying, disconcerting and made me feel like a criminal. Hey, you know me, right? Do I look like a criminal? No, I'm here to spend money on $20 soaps yo!
Anyhow, the last 4 years they've sort of left me alone, or realized that I'm there to purchase things. (duh!) I've managed to get my husband hooked on R&G's fresh fig soap, and then they discontinued it. Thanks Roger & Gallet, it was my one way to get my husband to go in there with me! jerks. I fluctuate in what I get, but it is usually something from the Provence collection, though I'll never get that pineapple one again. ugh.
I digress though, I was really trying to be helpful with this review.
I got my neti-pot and salts here. Which I use faithfully because I have dreadful allergies. I've gone on to order one for several friends and family members through the website (http://smallflower.com) and have them shipped. Everyone loves it. I use an immune wash with it too. They have a homeopathic sinus pill thing that I take when I feel crappy too. My cats even get in on the action, because they are crazy, neurotic and pukey. So, I get this wonderful homeopathic "cat anxiety" liquid drops formula that I put on their food. And voila! No more puking. It is lovely.
So, in conclusion, shop here, bring money and don't be offended if they follow you around for 6 years, I think it's their way of hazing you.
Merz is true to it's name - it is the epitome of a real European apothecary. The owners stock an extraordinary array of homeopathic products (teas, herbs, ear candles, etc), as well as imported soaps, lotions, candles, shaving accessories, lip balm and even toothpaste. Merz also carries an assortment of natural/herbal cold medicines that won't incapacitate you or make you test alcohol-positive on a Breathalyzer (sorry, NyQuil).
Almost every time I'm in there, I can count on them having a new variety of Roger & Gallet soap sets, a personal favorite (great gifts, too!). They also sell the European and in many cases Asian versions of familiar body washes (Suave, Bain de Luxe, Fa, other Yves Rocher products), all of which are somehow much richer and better suited to Chicago's dry winter weather than their American cousins.
You'll surely pay a few bucks more than at CVS, Walgreens or Osco, but the product you're getting is absolutely superior. Even if you're not out to buy, definitely take a stroll through Merz, if for nothing else than it's intoxicating aroma.
Merz Apothecary is simply a one of a kind shop with the best in soaps, cleansers, etc., and the staff is very attentive and knowledgeable. Some of their products you can't find anywhere else....and certainly not in all one place. It's a bit out of my usual travels to get here, and it's well worth it. Unfortunately parking can be difficult. And, it's very easy to spend lots of money....but, of course, it's all for wonderful things! Definitely worth checking out.
I could easily max out my charge card here in less than ten minutes. From one soap-loving, product-loving geek to another...GO!
This unique shop is fun to come to and just browse or if you need a nice gift you can probably find something here. Where else can you pickup a bar of pear scented Portuguese bath soap? Best smelling soap ever!
The Merz family had run a traditional German pharmacy since Peter Merz founded it in 1875.Yes a Long Long Time Ago..you could spend hours looking at the more than 15,000 items from about 300 different manufacturers that they carry.It's a great place to take your girlfriend to look and smell all of the goodies that they have to sell here.They have to locations the other store is in the downtown area in Macy's.Go forth and smell all of there treats.
An interesting little store that sells a large selection of different soaps, lotions, candles and much more.
My boyfriend was actually the one that wanted to go into the store ... he was interested in getting some shaving lotion from Italy that is really difficult to find - after an extensive web search he found it at Merz Apothecary ... just 2 blocks away! They also carry a series of shaving lotions that he used to find at Target but they stopped carrying them in store.
The store is PACKED - almost cluttered with different items. I recognize a few bath items from shops in Europe and they have a small selection of Votivo candles. There was so much stuff it was a bit overwhelming.
Prices are okay, you can find some things on websites for $10+ less but they have more overhead so of course they have to mark things up and I don't mind paying it to support such a quaint little store.
I have never stepped foot in Merz Apothecary. This review is for http://smallflower.com Merz's online store.
My new obsession with Labello lip balm led me here, to http://smallflower.com. This site carries a variety of good quality skincare, fragrances, soaps etc. Since Labello, the best lip balm ever, is not sold in the United States, I had to search the good old internet. Most of the sites I landed on were outside of the US and then I found smallflower. A well designed site and a lot to look through. I am pleased with my order, I just wish I would have bought more lip balms while I was in Mexico where they were four dollars rather than 7.95. I will be waiting patiently for the mail for their arrival.
According to other reviewers Merz is a great store, I am glad that they put the same attention into making a user friendly website with a vast selection. If you haven't tried Labello lip balm you should.
you never know what you might find at the wonder trove of scentual pleasures that is merz apothecary. yes, scentual - one foot in the door and you're met with an array of clean and fresh smelling soaps, lotions and other delights.
they carry every european beauty brand you can think of, as well as an array of natural remedies and herbs.
it has the browsing potential that lazy sundays were made for. and don't be surprised if you walk out with a purchase or three. the pretty soaps make lovely hostess gifts!
I think if I were only allowed to shop at one store for the rest of my life, this would be it. (Well, except for clothing, which you can't buy here.)
I'm in love with their massive selection of holistic, Ayurvedic, European, and vintage bath & body goods. It's a sensory overload... not just for the eyes, but the nose too!
One of my friends told me about the benefits of using a Neti Pot (if you don't know what that is, Google it! It's awesome!) so the first place I headed in search of one was Merz. Lo and behold... the super-nice staff hooked me up not only with the Neti Pot, but the saline mixture as well.
Plus (yay!) they carry my grandpa's signature cologne - 4711 - so I'll never be at a loss for a birthday, Xmas, or Fathers Day gift for him ever again!
As a self-professed HBA nut, this store should've been my mecca. Unfortunately, as much as i've tried to love this store, I simply can't give it more than an average rating.
Aside from the high prices, the store is relatively small, and there is so much crammed into every inch of space that it's a bit overwhelming. Also, i've never been in here without there being a long line to check out. Great for sales I guess but not great when the line is impeding the view of about 6 feet of merchandise. All in all, it's fun to look at and maybe make an occasional purchase, but i'll stick with Lush for now.
Even though the smell of the place is overwhelming, the items inside more than make up for it. The sheer number of foreign cosmetic items is exhilarating, and the salespeople are helpful and friendly. I went in with a vague request for a peach-scented perfume that I'd seen on the website (http://www.smallflower...), and walked out with exactly what I was looking for.
Merz also carries TONS of specialty soaps, so if you like splurging a little for bath-time, it's a perfect place to find that splurge. There are European products galore, so if you're looking for that one shampoo you used in Italy, or the lip balm you fell in love with in England, Merz should be your first stop if searching. And actually, it's a great place to buy gifts, if the person you're buying for likes pretty soaps or bath products.
I can't imagine I'll be able to stay away for very long.
It smells like grandma's house in here.
But they have things I never knew existed. I swear, witches (whatever, ok, "Wiccans") probably shop here for their various mystical throat lozenges or whatnot.
Great selection.
I walked into Merz and was overwhelmed. So much so that I didn't buy anything.
I was happy to see that they had Savon de Marseilles (French Laundry Soap), but I wanted the one in the bag, not the box.
They also had "Soap Nuts" - the soap that grows on trees. We talked about that one for a bit... Big election of Demeter sprays (which I love) but almost too big of a selection of stuff. Perfect for gift buying when you want to give soap because Bath and Body Works is far too passe.
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