Nobody likes the sight of dozens of plastic bottles and containers on the side of the bath, disturbing the soothing aesthetic of the bathroom space. To tackle the visual clutter, shoppers have been ditching shower gels for a plastic-free alternative that leaves their bathroom ‘smelling like an expensive spa’.

It might feel a bit ‘back to basics’, but soap bars are having something of a resurgence. And one brand in particular has been praised by shoppers for lasting ‘way longer than a shower gel’ while being ‘cruelty-free and sustainable’.

Independent Scottish brand Òir - pronounced oar, meaning ‘golden’ in Gaelic - is producing handmade soaps that are proving to be a hit among those looking to cut down on plastic without compromising on quality or indulgence. And they’re currently of

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