This magic bar is rejuvenating and luxurious in the shower, but more importantly, it’s a godsend for my parched, irritation-prone skin — especially since I’m often too lazy to put lotion on. “This is ...

In every small Middle Eastern store or international grocery we walk into at home in the San Francisco Bay Area or anywhere across the country, my mother and I search for Saboun Nabulsi. We weave ...

An age-old Palestinian tradition of making soap in the Israeli-occupied West Bank was recognized by UNESCO. A visit to one factory tells you why. Palestinian soap gets UNESCO recognition as Israel's ...

Legend has it that the first soap was accidentally produced on Mt. Sopa, a site of animal sacrifice. As the goat meat burned, fat dripped down through the fire, bonding to lye leaching out of the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jess Cording is a dietitian and health coach who covers wellness. Olive oil, especially extra virgin olive oil, has been noted for ...