"I had the pleasure of meeting the owner of this company at a farmers market today and I must say i am so glad I stopped at this stand. I have been looking for more natural soaps to use that are not filled with awful chemicals. All of the soaps and lotions smelled amazing! In comparison to buying chemical filled body wash at the store, it is worth the extra couple bucks to put my money into something natural and healthier for me. It’s also great knowing my money is going into a family owned business who are extremely proud, knowledgeable and passionate about what they do! My next purchase from them is the body butter and face masks!"
Sherry Losito 5 stars!!! - September 28, 2018
"Julie and I went to the Schaumburg Farmers Market this morning. I got this yummy dreamy stuff...body butter, lotion, and soap. It’s made by Waterfall Glen Soap Company right “next door” to me in Palatine. The fragrance I swooned over is a duo of my two very favorite flower aromas...lilac and lily of the valley. I have a hard time finding either...or they’re mixed with something else and the aroma is distorted I never thought of combining the two but it works! And I can actually smell the two of them in it. Dream To Fly is the name of that particular blend. They have several different ones. The rose one is the best smelling rose product I’ve ever whiffed.
If you’re interested in this kind of stuff, check out their FB page or web site (they ship) at waterfallglensoap.com — and it’s all natural and organic and vegan which is important to many people.
I put the soap in a dish on the ledge of my tub and the whole bathroom smells yummy!"
Barbara Bastian Neiger - June 13, 2018
"My husband has had a dry, oily, blotchy face and it has been irritating him for about a month now. Within a few days of using your soap his face felt amazing and he absolutely loves your soap! We purchased from the Frankfort Farmers Market. Thank you!"
"Thank you for making this product! I like the fragrance of the lotion and the mistique bar soap more than anything out there. Is there any product that has a greater concentration of the scented oil or just the oil itself? I ask only because the fantastic scent does not stay as strong for as long as I would prefer. Again, thanks, and I would highly recommend any products you have for superior quality and in particular the mistique scent which is second to none!"
~ David Lay February 20, 2018
"Amazing experience that has left my skin wonderfully moist and supple. I'm sharing with everyone I know!"
~ Cherie Floyd January 25, 2018
"So I've been working at Brookhaven marketplace and been eyeballing the body butter and soap. The owners are extremely friendly and the products are amazing. I've been a HUGE fan of the citrus grove body butter. It's my absolute favorite. It makes my hands feel amazing! I picked out the Leaves and twigs soap and can't wait to try it! Super friendly and always enjoyed when they stopped in!"
~ Kaley Matter March 24, 2017
"5 out of 5 stars! High-end artisanal soap
I've bought many Waterfall Glen (WFG) soaps which I personally adore and this is another one of my favorites, a real work of art.
But first a bit of background about the company itself: this is a proudly American company WFG, which makes very high-end and high-quality artisanal soaps that distinctly separate themselves from many other soaps. The artist who makes these does so by hand and personally screens and selects his ingredients from the best suppliers in the country. These are not imported or made on some assembly line god knows where. This is like your 3 Michelin star restaurant version of soapmakers. These are not your average Joe soaps and are, arguably, even a level above other artisanals due to the higher quality organic (and expensive) ingredients WFG puts into these. This is reflected in the price tag which is the only downside in my opinion. But top quality costs, everyone knows this, and I think these are worth every penny - it's your body and it's your well-being after all and there's no price tag on that in my view.
For this particular soap, Leaves n'Twigs, the ingredients are again natural and high quality, including the essential oils. Also the idea behind this one is very interesting and, in my view, well executed. The artist took 'scraps' from their other soaps and combined them in this one to make something unique. These literally are unique every time you get an individual Leaves n'Twigs, in the sense that you never know quite what combinations and 'flavors' you're going to get. The combined 'scraps' and base in each Leaves n'Twigs bar are randomized and what you're getting is a bar of soap that no one else in the world has.
Although expensive for just one bar of soap this a good sized bar. It's about the size of your palm I suppose and quite thick. The sizeable 'scraps' are throughout the center mass embedded against a delightful amber base although I've gotten other unique bases too. The soap works into a creamy lather and washes away almost like a conditioner. The bar itself lasts a fair amount of time, which in some ways compensates for its price tag. Its effects on the skin are unlike any other soap - the feeling during and after washing is divine. Your skin is nourished, hydrated and refreshed. It doesn't leave a white coating like many other soaps do and your skin feels silky and smooth after toweling off.
I definitely recommend this soap and WFG's other soaps not only for people who like to spoil themselves (in a good way) and these soaps certainly do that but also for people who like to treat their bodies and their minds the way they should- with great respect and love.
~ Brian Iliev April 16, 2017
"5 out of 5 stars!
I was recommended to this company by a friend of mine.
I have been using Waterfall Glen's Body butters for a while now. I am wintering out in Arizona, and the sun can be brutal on your skin. I was using lotion on my skin at least twice a day, sometimes more. I was recommended this company by a friend of mine, and man what a difference pure ingredients make. I now find myself only having to lotion once every other day, and that is after I have been in the sun . Your body butters are fantastic. I have been using the Dream to Fly, (which is my favorite). Also purchased the Summer Prairie, and Citrus Grove. They are all great products. Not only do you get great product, you get great customer service from this company. I will be a life long customer. Thank-you"
~~ Iggy April 8, 2017
.5.0 out of 5 stars
Pitch Dark is the answer to dry, itchy winter skin!!!
This soap is amazing!!!!! The scent is fantastic and it's actually helped my dry winter skin!! I was initially disappointed with how quickly the soap disappeared, however after receiving a lovely email from the sellers of Waterfall Glen Soap Company, my disappointment turned around completely. I was told to remove the soap from the shower and allow it to dry outside of the shower to prevent the soap getting wet and being wasted down the drain. We did as suggested and it saved the soap. I am planning on ordering more Pitch Dark as well as the Mistique and Costa Rican Adventure scents.
I seriously like the product, but most of all, I really really appreciate the owners of Waterfall Glen Soap Co., for just being AWESOME people!!! They responded to my concerns about the soap within the hour of my messaging them! Their response was truly genuine and cordial. They made suggestions for preserving the soap in order for me to enjoy it as long as possible, and suggested different soaps that I may enjoy.
They have won my business and I will definitely tell my friends all about Waterfall Glen Soap Co. and the products they offer.
If you're seeking natural and extremely well made soap/body products made by a small business; I recommend that you give the soaps a try and see for yourself what quality handmade soaps are like and experience the personal service for yourself!!""
~~ K. Hamlinon January 18, 2017
I had gotten a bar from a friend and loved it. So when I heard they were going to be at the Mundelein farmer's market, I was so excited to meet them and smell the other soaps and lotions they had to offer. I purchased a bar and the matching lotion and absolutely loved it. They also gave me a sample of a soap that smells like peppermint heaven. I'll never be able to go back to the soap store now.
They were the nicest people on top of having fantastic products. Thank you for taking the time to talk to me and show me your products."
~~ L. Fisher
We love getting reviews like this:
"I purchased the Tzveta, Narmineh, Enchanted and Leaves n' Twigs soaps. I have been using non-commercial/artisan soaps and body care for years, and yours are honestly the best I have come across. I am a rose and herb grower, and the fragrances/essential oil combinations you use are exquisite. I cannot say enough about the Tzveta- it is so rich, true and fresh! I feel like a queen when I use it! I cut the Enchanted and Narmineh bars in half to put one half in the shower, and the other by my bedside so I could still smell it. :) And the formulas feel so decadent. I am so happy to have come across your products, especially so local, and can't wait to try more! Katia was also a wonderful help- fabulous, honest, friendly service without being too pushy. :) Thank you so very much!"
~~ K. Saweikis, 2016
"Bella is like going to a spa! I have tried a lot of clay mask in my life but this is the best of the best I cant wait to use this again my skin felt so soft and Healthy and even looked healthier.It feels so amazing the company shipped it out right after I orderd it and I received it with in a few days it comes in a beautiful golden jar and the price is great I will be ordering this again and again everyone should try this you wont be dissapointed.I promise you .You will love it too."
~~ D. Cutter, 2016
"I just recieved my order that is mixture of soaps, body lotion and body butter and small samples of facial masks;
The first impression I had when I open the box was how natural and home made, the soaps , look! Their scents brought memories from my childhood of Lilac, Rose, or herbs ,grass, mint. And then the exotic ones with citrus or coffee smell or sandalwood or lemon grass;
The soaps are so gentle, rich in oils that I kept repeating and repeating lathering my skin. The different smells were like aromatherapy for me! Sophie in Love, brings me in heaven because of the Lavender; Sveta Rose flies me back in my parents garden and reminds me of the smell of that big red rose I used to sniff for ever;
The biggest delight was using Bella, the french clay mask while soaking myself in the bath tub; I was so concerned how my face was going to look going out for dinner that night;But suddenly after the shower I noticed my face was revived and glowing. I put touches of the Coconut oil, that has that funny name Silky ghost, around my eyes and eyebrows, then my make up, and I walked out of the house energized, feeling beautiful. My face was smooth and shiny, my body smelled wonderful from the soap and the citrus Grove lotion; I felt strong and confident.
Thank you, Doug, for the samples and the unique experience with your products; Now my friends are asking me what am I doing new to my skin and face. I brought some of the body butter the Lilac one and the coconut oil- Silky Ghost; We all are LOVING THEM!"
~~ Alena Pavlovska, 2015
"Your soaps are incredible! I think they’re wonderful and my wife loves them. She’s pregnant and she says the soaps calm, soothe and moisturize her skin, plus she knows there’s no harmful chemicals so she feels good using them. She’s thrilled!"
~~ Peter Rufa, 2015
"Thank you so much Doug for the care package filled with so many goodies!! I pampered myself with the Sveta Rose soap and body butter today. Wow!! These products are so luxurious and I love that it is all natural/organic and has such a delightful gentle scent. If you are looking for a vegan soap that lathers thoroughly then you must try Waterfall Glen Soap Company. I highly recommend!"
~~ Anise Audrey Silva, 2014
"Bella, french clay mask with pearls: I love this mask! It just feels like you're pampering yourself with the first application! It goes on smooth and my skin feels fantastic afterwards! Radiant!"
~~ Anne Clark, 2014
""Your body butter Citrus Grove hastens the healing time and lessens the scaring after a bad burn. I don't cook much but was trying to and burned the hell out of my forearm. It looked horrible, itched horrifically and I knew there was gonna be a very nasty scar. I decided because I'm putting the body butter all over my body to really concentrate on the area of my forearm. I applied it twice daily with the body butter and let me tell you something you can barely tell that anything happened to my arm it's insane so there's something in that product that also has a super cool healing factor."
~~ Rose Garcia Filteau, 2014
"I have been using Silky Ghost for 5 days. The product goes on white and immediately dissolves into my skin. It is not greasy and leaves my skin soft and smooth. It is not a product that goes away after one shower or hand washing. My skin stays soft and looks touchable. Silky Ghost smells fresh and clean. I purchased the Dream to Fly fragrance. I highly recommend this product. My skin has never looked or felt better."
~~ Jan Obenchain, 2014
"I got a small Summer Prairie Boy Lotion that smelled like roses at the Brookfield Farmers market. I was originally looking to buy for a friend but was convinced to get it for myself. It was the best $5 ever spent! I barely use lotion or makeup but using this on my hands nightly has become a regular routine of mine. After I bathe both children and wash a bunch of dishes my hands feel very dry so I love sitting down and applying the lotion to my hands."
~~ Stephanie Basanez Gunn, 2014
"Dream To Fly from the Waterfall Glen Soap Company has the most amazing scent to it. I love to get in the shower and just let it soak into my skin and then get out and apply the lotion....I smell pretty enough to dream that I can fly!!!!!"
~~ Julia Hoffman, 2014
"I had the opportunity to try two of the soaps this past week. I love the fact that I know what exactly I am putting on my body and the fact that the product is NOT tested on animals ( Stevee TheWonderdog is grateful for this)
Sophie's Love: DO NOT use this before work. When I opened the bag the soap was in I was immediately transported back to a spa in Thailand. During the shower I became more and more relaxed. By the time I got out of the shower I did not want to go to work. I just wanted to stay home and chill out. I would recommend this particular soap for times when you have had a hectic day, hard work out or about to head out for a massage
Sveta Rose : This scent brought me back to weekend mornings in the garden. It is relaxing but also has a little bit of " let's get going". I recommend this soap for weekend mornings."
~~ Rose Garcia Filteau, 2014
"When I was 20 I read that if you want soft healthy skin do not use a towel to dry off after a shower but to immediately lather on lotion to your wet skin and it would help your skin hydrate. Almost 40 years later I do not use a towel except for my hair. After moving to the dry west (Northern Ca.) I upped the lotion to butter for the same affects. I swear Citrus Grove Body Butter is one of THE Best body butters I have tried. Thanks Again Waterfall Glen Soap Company!!"
~~ Kathy Koff, 2014
"I got my order yesterday and I loved every soap I ordered. Domino, Dream to Fly, Sveta Rose, and Narmineh. Out of them my most favorites were Narmineh and Sveta Rose. I loved the way the soap made my skin feel after my shower. My skin didn't feel dry like it does with other soaps. I have extremely sensitive skin and am happy that it was gentle even on sensitive skin. Thank you so much for everything in my order it was wonderful! I will definitely be ordering more!"
~~ Marcia Brown, 2014
"Fabulous products from an amazing man! As a model I think they should be a staple in any woman's bathroom!"
~~ Denise Saponara, 2013
"Your products are absolutely wonderful. Thank you so much for sharing them with me. The body butter is my favorite along with the bar of Kamala soap. My bathroom and skin smell amazing. Thank you sooo much for your generosity.
...My oh my... It's quality!"
~~ Tiffany Cox, 2013
"The Domino is our all time favorite. The scent is so fantastic, my husband made me cut it in half so he can have it for his shower too. We both love it and your skin feels amazing after a shower. The rose scented body butter is the best too. I can not stand fake rose smell ~ this was like walking through a rose garden. Thank you for making such a great product. I am alraedy ordering more do not want to run out and need one for a present. Feel free to put on your testimonial page. I couldnt find how to add it. I love the soap can't say enough about it. My daughter is home from college for few days she has asthma and has gotten bad cough. When she used your eucalyptus soap it made her feel better."
~~ Mary Compton, 2013
★★★★★ "Best soap and lotion my family has EVER used! Completely eliminated our dry skin. Smells amazing and leaves your skin soft and smooth.
I will never go back to buying regular beauty bars. We even take it with us on vacation!"
~~ JoDee Reynolds Burrows, 2013
"Everything is amazing!! I will be writing up a little feedback on the store's fb page... have not used the soap yet, but it smells awesome! I love the scents of the Sveta Rose lotion, ans it does remind me of home!!! I find that I have been using summer prairie butter... and absolutely love how the scents mixes with the fragrances I wear and creates something beautiful!! Feel free to quote me on all that! "
~~ Maria lordanova, 2013
"I am truly enjoying my "Twigs" soaps that arrived along with some lovely little jars of creamy treasures, all packaged up in gorgeous, natural, bundles!"
~~ Lynne Bannon, 2013
"For my birthday, my sister-in-law, Chery gave me these wonderful products made by the Waterfall Glen Soap Company. I have fallen in love with their Summer Prairie Body Cream. I apply during the day and the fresh aroma energies me and in some ways lighten my soul. It is amazing. It also has done wonders for my nausea. I assume it helps distracts me. But at night, I apply it and something amazing has been happening. The scent relaxes my spirit in a way that I smile in my heart. I close my eyes and inhale and I feel happy and I want to rest. I have slept the past couple days with good and even funny dreams. I realize that the body cream is just a variable but if it gives me comfort that to me a gift that is beyond precious. So thank you Waterfall Glen Soap Company and Chery Hoffman Lambert for helping me to find peace."
~~ Julia Hoffman, 2013
"Received my first order today and already thinking about the next one, as well as which friends would love a gift from Waterfall Glen.... Probably all of them! The body butter is so luxurious, and the scents are incredible - and also not like any you have experienced before. And do not pass up the French clay mask: your face will thank you."
~~ Jan Petrovski MacLeod, 2013
"Doug, thank you for the great selection of samples you sent me from your Waterfall Glen Soap Company. I loved your packaging it gave it such an earthy feeling to it and the scents are amazing!!!! Just having your soaps in my bathroom gives my bathroom an aroma that's so relaxing and soothing. Also the moisturizing affects from your body butter leaves my skin feeling soft and young. I can't wait to get my next order to try out the rest of your line. I'm definitely spoiled by your products and will never buy anywhere else."
~~ Guadalupe Castaneda, 2013
"Body and Mind Gifts is proud to carry these excellent soaps. They've changed our family's skin health for the better."
~~ A. Groom, owner of Body and Mind Gifts, Smithton, IL, 2013
"Just wanted to let you know how ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS your soaps are. I've tried 4 different kinds so far, & every one of them feels so luxurious - and they smell heavenly! You do great work sir - keep it up."
~~ Treva Linnean, 2013
"I am so happy to have finally tried a sampling of a few WFGSC offerings, before there was officially a sampling option. I highly recommend doing that if you're not sure where to start. The soaps are not only beautiful, but just a small bar sitting on the soap dish in my shower fills my whole bathroom with fragrance and makes every shower a luxurious experience. Treat yourself with the French clay mask and leave your skin feeling renewed. I have oily skin and am definitely not a girl that doesn't sweat, so in the summers I dread lotioning after showers. Magically, I can use the lotions and body butter without fear of them sweating off of me because they actually soak into my skin and leave it soft, even when I skip a day. I can't give enough good praise for WFGSC products. Keep them coming! Can't wait to see what I can try next."
~~ Chessa Calabrese, 2013
"I received my order from the Waterfall Glen Soap Company on Sat and now 3 days later I am still in awe. The products are amazing, the smells are so luxurious and the feel of the soap and lotions is decadent. I don't think I can ever go back to "normal" soap again. Besides that Doug was fantastic to work with. I will be purchasing more and more from him. Oh and the French Clay mask..... all I can say is "WOW". Actually Wow pretty much sums up my entire opinion of this company. Very very well done!"
~~ Kristin Parry, 2013
"I picked up some product from the Waterfall Glen Soap Company studio today and received a sample of the Summer Prairie Body Lotion. The scent is warm and elegant and not at all overpowering and the lotion is silky and sinks right into your skin. What a great product! I love the Citrus Grove lotion, but might just have a new favorite. Thank you Doug Coggeshall!""
~~ Roxanne Dobrenick, 2013
"Ill be placing another order shortly. This stuff is amazing. I have really dry skin and the citrus cafe soap helped along w the lotion. I did receive a sample of the summer prairie lotion and it smells like I'm out in a field of flowers. That's my next order along with some charcoal soap and maybe a mud mask.""~~ Jenn Hernandez, 2013
"★★★★★ Best soap EVER! I absolutely love this soap. My skin feels so soft and silky. I am in love! I plan to share it with my family and friends this Christmas. Thank you for the personal attention to my order."
~~ Mary Camargo Peifer, 2013
"The products are far superior to any other!!! I will only use the soap, lotion and body butter from Waterfall Glen!!!"
~~ Mary Morphew , 2013
"For Mother's Day I gave my Mom Citrus Grove lotion and Limone soap. She absolutely loved the fresh invigorating scents of each. The lotion left her hands so soft. She had been having a difficult time finding a lotion that really worked. She was amazed at how silky they left her hands without feeling greasy. I'm using the Lemon Poppy seed soap. It is so fresh and clean. The poppy seeds are a great gently exfoliant that I even use on my face. I feel so fresh and renewed after using it! To be honest words alone can't express how much I like them. I'll have to order the body butter some time."
~~ C. Dollinger, 2013
"Citrus body lotion... I have to say of all the money I have spent on namebrand, storebrand, well advertised products in the hopes of finding deep conditioning without a greasy feel lotion. This is it. Finally! Love it and won't use anything else!!!"
~~ Adry Leon, 2013
"The Citrus Grove Body Lotion is awesome. The lotion is so nice and smooth makes my hands soft. The fragrance wakes me up! Love this product will be ordering it in the future. Thank you for all the samples they are fantastic. The fragrance from the soaps fill my bathroom and I think of the meadow."
~~ Alicja Wobel, 2013
"After sampling a few of the Waterfall Glen soaps for a couple of weeks I'm hooked on the black onyx soap. I love the added activated charcoal in it, it's worked wonderfully for my sensitive skin. The soap goes on with a silkiness and rinses off clean. This is by far the best natural soap I've ever used, I tend to find that most other natural soaps leave a residue and make my skin break out. I especially love the feel I get once I use the soap and follow it up with their lotion, my skin feels baby soft all day! I'm addicted!
I love the consistency of that soap... The charcoal seems to firm the soap up so it doesn't dissolve as quickly, I wish the whole bar had more of the charcoal in it for that reason instead of just half. I think it just needs to include a really nice description of the benefits of the activated charcoal because I know that a black soap might be off putting to customers. I think if they really know the positives and the scents involved that they would love the soap no matter the color"
~~ Stef S., 2013
"Ive been using WFG soap and body lotion for over a week now. My skin feels clean and not as dry as usual with the soaps. Waterfall Glen Soaps wash clean with no residue and for the first time my skin is actually 'squeaky clean'.
I started using the lotion just on my body and left it beautifully soft, BUT, the miracle happened when I tried it on my feet.. WOW! Is all I can say. My dry heals are no more. The lotion literally has made my feet feel like I just had a pedicure, no rough skin at all. The lotion soaks in - in just a few minutes and doesn't leave that greasy feeling that many do. I'll never buy over the counter products again."
~~ L. Shaw, 2013
"Dear Waterfall Glen Soap Company,
I just had to write and tell you how much I love your skin products!
I have purchased many varieties of your soap and each bar is uniquely special.
Each morning I run my bath and while the water is running I let your delightful soap drift afloat.
I have to tell you that my skin has never felt better - not only is your soap luxurious but it leaves my skin feeling revived and renewed. My favorite is your eucalyptus soap and I don't believe I will ever find a better skin product then yours. Your product refreshes my skin to a youthful appearance that I thought I could never get back at my age of "60".
Thank you so much!"
~~ Rose Campagna, 2013
"Wonderful soaps made with care and passion loved them so much I will be carrying them at my store Hippie Daze; in Belleville, IL :)"
~ Ameena Rao, 2013
"I recently started using the Waterfall Glen's soaps to wash my face. Today I used black onyx with activated charcoal. Because I have acne prone skin, I have to be careful what I use on my face.
I was pleasantly surprised how clean and soft my face was afterwards. My make up went on smoother. Hours later, I found that my skin that would usually me oily, is not. I will use this soap to wash my face on a daily basis."
~~ B. Bowman, 2013
"These products are wonderful! Doug customized a variety of products for me to try for my extremely dry skin. I have previously tried every commercial product out there and nothing has had a lingering effect for me. The bath oil applied directly to damp skin just after bathing or showering and allowed to absorb for a couple minutes before dressing is really doing the trick. The scent is lovely but doesn't compete adversely with any other fragrances I may wish to use. I feel like I've stepped into a high end spa every time I apply it! I do not apply the oil to my face but, instead, I use the lotion that is simply luxurious but not oily. I am officially a fan!"
~~ C. Hoffman Lambert, 2013
"Best soap I have ever used. Loved it so much, it's my primary Christmas to gift to my family and friends this year!"
~~ Rodney G. Ramos, 2013
"The aroma from these soaps are truly amazing, so rich and luxurious."
~~ L. Shaw, 2013
"The talent, quality, and love in all of these is just incredible!! Thank you so much for sharing... just awesome."
~~ Author of 'Happiness In Your Life' Doe Zantamata, 2013
"Amazing soap, best I have ever used. My bathroom smells wonderful and my skin of silk. It is a crime not to try it!" ~~ G. Panozzo, 2012
Sherry Losito 5 stars!!! - September 28, 2018
"Julie and I went to the Schaumburg Farmers Market this morning. I got this yummy dreamy stuff...body butter, lotion, and soap. It’s made by Waterfall Glen Soap Company right “next door” to me in Palatine. The fragrance I swooned over is a duo of my two very favorite flower aromas...lilac and lily of the valley. I have a hard time finding either...or they’re mixed with something else and the aroma is distorted I never thought of combining the two but it works! And I can actually smell the two of them in it. Dream To Fly is the name of that particular blend. They have several different ones. The rose one is the best smelling rose product I’ve ever whiffed.
If you’re interested in this kind of stuff, check out their FB page or web site (they ship) at waterfallglensoap.com — and it’s all natural and organic and vegan which is important to many people.
I put the soap in a dish on the ledge of my tub and the whole bathroom smells yummy!"
Barbara Bastian Neiger - June 13, 2018
"My husband has had a dry, oily, blotchy face and it has been irritating him for about a month now. Within a few days of using your soap his face felt amazing and he absolutely loves your soap! We purchased from the Frankfort Farmers Market. Thank you!"
"Thank you for making this product! I like the fragrance of the lotion and the mistique bar soap more than anything out there. Is there any product that has a greater concentration of the scented oil or just the oil itself? I ask only because the fantastic scent does not stay as strong for as long as I would prefer. Again, thanks, and I would highly recommend any products you have for superior quality and in particular the mistique scent which is second to none!"
~ David Lay February 20, 2018
"Amazing experience that has left my skin wonderfully moist and supple. I'm sharing with everyone I know!"
~ Cherie Floyd January 25, 2018
"So I've been working at Brookhaven marketplace and been eyeballing the body butter and soap. The owners are extremely friendly and the products are amazing. I've been a HUGE fan of the citrus grove body butter. It's my absolute favorite. It makes my hands feel amazing! I picked out the Leaves and twigs soap and can't wait to try it! Super friendly and always enjoyed when they stopped in!"
~ Kaley Matter March 24, 2017
"5 out of 5 stars! High-end artisanal soap
I've bought many Waterfall Glen (WFG) soaps which I personally adore and this is another one of my favorites, a real work of art.
But first a bit of background about the company itself: this is a proudly American company WFG, which makes very high-end and high-quality artisanal soaps that distinctly separate themselves from many other soaps. The artist who makes these does so by hand and personally screens and selects his ingredients from the best suppliers in the country. These are not imported or made on some assembly line god knows where. This is like your 3 Michelin star restaurant version of soapmakers. These are not your average Joe soaps and are, arguably, even a level above other artisanals due to the higher quality organic (and expensive) ingredients WFG puts into these. This is reflected in the price tag which is the only downside in my opinion. But top quality costs, everyone knows this, and I think these are worth every penny - it's your body and it's your well-being after all and there's no price tag on that in my view.
For this particular soap, Leaves n'Twigs, the ingredients are again natural and high quality, including the essential oils. Also the idea behind this one is very interesting and, in my view, well executed. The artist took 'scraps' from their other soaps and combined them in this one to make something unique. These literally are unique every time you get an individual Leaves n'Twigs, in the sense that you never know quite what combinations and 'flavors' you're going to get. The combined 'scraps' and base in each Leaves n'Twigs bar are randomized and what you're getting is a bar of soap that no one else in the world has.
Although expensive for just one bar of soap this a good sized bar. It's about the size of your palm I suppose and quite thick. The sizeable 'scraps' are throughout the center mass embedded against a delightful amber base although I've gotten other unique bases too. The soap works into a creamy lather and washes away almost like a conditioner. The bar itself lasts a fair amount of time, which in some ways compensates for its price tag. Its effects on the skin are unlike any other soap - the feeling during and after washing is divine. Your skin is nourished, hydrated and refreshed. It doesn't leave a white coating like many other soaps do and your skin feels silky and smooth after toweling off.
I definitely recommend this soap and WFG's other soaps not only for people who like to spoil themselves (in a good way) and these soaps certainly do that but also for people who like to treat their bodies and their minds the way they should- with great respect and love.
~ Brian Iliev April 16, 2017
"5 out of 5 stars!
I was recommended to this company by a friend of mine.
I have been using Waterfall Glen's Body butters for a while now. I am wintering out in Arizona, and the sun can be brutal on your skin. I was using lotion on my skin at least twice a day, sometimes more. I was recommended this company by a friend of mine, and man what a difference pure ingredients make. I now find myself only having to lotion once every other day, and that is after I have been in the sun . Your body butters are fantastic. I have been using the Dream to Fly, (which is my favorite). Also purchased the Summer Prairie, and Citrus Grove. They are all great products. Not only do you get great product, you get great customer service from this company. I will be a life long customer. Thank-you"
~~ Iggy April 8, 2017
.5.0 out of 5 stars
Pitch Dark is the answer to dry, itchy winter skin!!!
This soap is amazing!!!!! The scent is fantastic and it's actually helped my dry winter skin!! I was initially disappointed with how quickly the soap disappeared, however after receiving a lovely email from the sellers of Waterfall Glen Soap Company, my disappointment turned around completely. I was told to remove the soap from the shower and allow it to dry outside of the shower to prevent the soap getting wet and being wasted down the drain. We did as suggested and it saved the soap. I am planning on ordering more Pitch Dark as well as the Mistique and Costa Rican Adventure scents.
I seriously like the product, but most of all, I really really appreciate the owners of Waterfall Glen Soap Co., for just being AWESOME people!!! They responded to my concerns about the soap within the hour of my messaging them! Their response was truly genuine and cordial. They made suggestions for preserving the soap in order for me to enjoy it as long as possible, and suggested different soaps that I may enjoy.
They have won my business and I will definitely tell my friends all about Waterfall Glen Soap Co. and the products they offer.
If you're seeking natural and extremely well made soap/body products made by a small business; I recommend that you give the soaps a try and see for yourself what quality handmade soaps are like and experience the personal service for yourself!!""
~~ K. Hamlinon January 18, 2017
I had gotten a bar from a friend and loved it. So when I heard they were going to be at the Mundelein farmer's market, I was so excited to meet them and smell the other soaps and lotions they had to offer. I purchased a bar and the matching lotion and absolutely loved it. They also gave me a sample of a soap that smells like peppermint heaven. I'll never be able to go back to the soap store now.
They were the nicest people on top of having fantastic products. Thank you for taking the time to talk to me and show me your products."
~~ L. Fisher
We love getting reviews like this:
"I purchased the Tzveta, Narmineh, Enchanted and Leaves n' Twigs soaps. I have been using non-commercial/artisan soaps and body care for years, and yours are honestly the best I have come across. I am a rose and herb grower, and the fragrances/essential oil combinations you use are exquisite. I cannot say enough about the Tzveta- it is so rich, true and fresh! I feel like a queen when I use it! I cut the Enchanted and Narmineh bars in half to put one half in the shower, and the other by my bedside so I could still smell it. :) And the formulas feel so decadent. I am so happy to have come across your products, especially so local, and can't wait to try more! Katia was also a wonderful help- fabulous, honest, friendly service without being too pushy. :) Thank you so very much!"
~~ K. Saweikis, 2016
"Bella is like going to a spa! I have tried a lot of clay mask in my life but this is the best of the best I cant wait to use this again my skin felt so soft and Healthy and even looked healthier.It feels so amazing the company shipped it out right after I orderd it and I received it with in a few days it comes in a beautiful golden jar and the price is great I will be ordering this again and again everyone should try this you wont be dissapointed.I promise you .You will love it too."
~~ D. Cutter, 2016
"I just recieved my order that is mixture of soaps, body lotion and body butter and small samples of facial masks;
The first impression I had when I open the box was how natural and home made, the soaps , look! Their scents brought memories from my childhood of Lilac, Rose, or herbs ,grass, mint. And then the exotic ones with citrus or coffee smell or sandalwood or lemon grass;
The soaps are so gentle, rich in oils that I kept repeating and repeating lathering my skin. The different smells were like aromatherapy for me! Sophie in Love, brings me in heaven because of the Lavender; Sveta Rose flies me back in my parents garden and reminds me of the smell of that big red rose I used to sniff for ever;
The biggest delight was using Bella, the french clay mask while soaking myself in the bath tub; I was so concerned how my face was going to look going out for dinner that night;But suddenly after the shower I noticed my face was revived and glowing. I put touches of the Coconut oil, that has that funny name Silky ghost, around my eyes and eyebrows, then my make up, and I walked out of the house energized, feeling beautiful. My face was smooth and shiny, my body smelled wonderful from the soap and the citrus Grove lotion; I felt strong and confident.
Thank you, Doug, for the samples and the unique experience with your products; Now my friends are asking me what am I doing new to my skin and face. I brought some of the body butter the Lilac one and the coconut oil- Silky Ghost; We all are LOVING THEM!"
~~ Alena Pavlovska, 2015
"Your soaps are incredible! I think they’re wonderful and my wife loves them. She’s pregnant and she says the soaps calm, soothe and moisturize her skin, plus she knows there’s no harmful chemicals so she feels good using them. She’s thrilled!"
~~ Peter Rufa, 2015
"Thank you so much Doug for the care package filled with so many goodies!! I pampered myself with the Sveta Rose soap and body butter today. Wow!! These products are so luxurious and I love that it is all natural/organic and has such a delightful gentle scent. If you are looking for a vegan soap that lathers thoroughly then you must try Waterfall Glen Soap Company. I highly recommend!"
~~ Anise Audrey Silva, 2014
"Bella, french clay mask with pearls: I love this mask! It just feels like you're pampering yourself with the first application! It goes on smooth and my skin feels fantastic afterwards! Radiant!"
~~ Anne Clark, 2014
""Your body butter Citrus Grove hastens the healing time and lessens the scaring after a bad burn. I don't cook much but was trying to and burned the hell out of my forearm. It looked horrible, itched horrifically and I knew there was gonna be a very nasty scar. I decided because I'm putting the body butter all over my body to really concentrate on the area of my forearm. I applied it twice daily with the body butter and let me tell you something you can barely tell that anything happened to my arm it's insane so there's something in that product that also has a super cool healing factor."
~~ Rose Garcia Filteau, 2014
"I have been using Silky Ghost for 5 days. The product goes on white and immediately dissolves into my skin. It is not greasy and leaves my skin soft and smooth. It is not a product that goes away after one shower or hand washing. My skin stays soft and looks touchable. Silky Ghost smells fresh and clean. I purchased the Dream to Fly fragrance. I highly recommend this product. My skin has never looked or felt better."
~~ Jan Obenchain, 2014
"I got a small Summer Prairie Boy Lotion that smelled like roses at the Brookfield Farmers market. I was originally looking to buy for a friend but was convinced to get it for myself. It was the best $5 ever spent! I barely use lotion or makeup but using this on my hands nightly has become a regular routine of mine. After I bathe both children and wash a bunch of dishes my hands feel very dry so I love sitting down and applying the lotion to my hands."
~~ Stephanie Basanez Gunn, 2014
"Dream To Fly from the Waterfall Glen Soap Company has the most amazing scent to it. I love to get in the shower and just let it soak into my skin and then get out and apply the lotion....I smell pretty enough to dream that I can fly!!!!!"
~~ Julia Hoffman, 2014
"I had the opportunity to try two of the soaps this past week. I love the fact that I know what exactly I am putting on my body and the fact that the product is NOT tested on animals ( Stevee TheWonderdog is grateful for this)
Sophie's Love: DO NOT use this before work. When I opened the bag the soap was in I was immediately transported back to a spa in Thailand. During the shower I became more and more relaxed. By the time I got out of the shower I did not want to go to work. I just wanted to stay home and chill out. I would recommend this particular soap for times when you have had a hectic day, hard work out or about to head out for a massage
Sveta Rose : This scent brought me back to weekend mornings in the garden. It is relaxing but also has a little bit of " let's get going". I recommend this soap for weekend mornings."
~~ Rose Garcia Filteau, 2014
"When I was 20 I read that if you want soft healthy skin do not use a towel to dry off after a shower but to immediately lather on lotion to your wet skin and it would help your skin hydrate. Almost 40 years later I do not use a towel except for my hair. After moving to the dry west (Northern Ca.) I upped the lotion to butter for the same affects. I swear Citrus Grove Body Butter is one of THE Best body butters I have tried. Thanks Again Waterfall Glen Soap Company!!"
~~ Kathy Koff, 2014
"I got my order yesterday and I loved every soap I ordered. Domino, Dream to Fly, Sveta Rose, and Narmineh. Out of them my most favorites were Narmineh and Sveta Rose. I loved the way the soap made my skin feel after my shower. My skin didn't feel dry like it does with other soaps. I have extremely sensitive skin and am happy that it was gentle even on sensitive skin. Thank you so much for everything in my order it was wonderful! I will definitely be ordering more!"
~~ Marcia Brown, 2014
"Fabulous products from an amazing man! As a model I think they should be a staple in any woman's bathroom!"
~~ Denise Saponara, 2013
"Your products are absolutely wonderful. Thank you so much for sharing them with me. The body butter is my favorite along with the bar of Kamala soap. My bathroom and skin smell amazing. Thank you sooo much for your generosity.
...My oh my... It's quality!"
~~ Tiffany Cox, 2013
"The Domino is our all time favorite. The scent is so fantastic, my husband made me cut it in half so he can have it for his shower too. We both love it and your skin feels amazing after a shower. The rose scented body butter is the best too. I can not stand fake rose smell ~ this was like walking through a rose garden. Thank you for making such a great product. I am alraedy ordering more do not want to run out and need one for a present. Feel free to put on your testimonial page. I couldnt find how to add it. I love the soap can't say enough about it. My daughter is home from college for few days she has asthma and has gotten bad cough. When she used your eucalyptus soap it made her feel better."
~~ Mary Compton, 2013
★★★★★ "Best soap and lotion my family has EVER used! Completely eliminated our dry skin. Smells amazing and leaves your skin soft and smooth.
I will never go back to buying regular beauty bars. We even take it with us on vacation!"
~~ JoDee Reynolds Burrows, 2013
"Everything is amazing!! I will be writing up a little feedback on the store's fb page... have not used the soap yet, but it smells awesome! I love the scents of the Sveta Rose lotion, ans it does remind me of home!!! I find that I have been using summer prairie butter... and absolutely love how the scents mixes with the fragrances I wear and creates something beautiful!! Feel free to quote me on all that! "
~~ Maria lordanova, 2013
"I am truly enjoying my "Twigs" soaps that arrived along with some lovely little jars of creamy treasures, all packaged up in gorgeous, natural, bundles!"
~~ Lynne Bannon, 2013
"For my birthday, my sister-in-law, Chery gave me these wonderful products made by the Waterfall Glen Soap Company. I have fallen in love with their Summer Prairie Body Cream. I apply during the day and the fresh aroma energies me and in some ways lighten my soul. It is amazing. It also has done wonders for my nausea. I assume it helps distracts me. But at night, I apply it and something amazing has been happening. The scent relaxes my spirit in a way that I smile in my heart. I close my eyes and inhale and I feel happy and I want to rest. I have slept the past couple days with good and even funny dreams. I realize that the body cream is just a variable but if it gives me comfort that to me a gift that is beyond precious. So thank you Waterfall Glen Soap Company and Chery Hoffman Lambert for helping me to find peace."
~~ Julia Hoffman, 2013
"Received my first order today and already thinking about the next one, as well as which friends would love a gift from Waterfall Glen.... Probably all of them! The body butter is so luxurious, and the scents are incredible - and also not like any you have experienced before. And do not pass up the French clay mask: your face will thank you."
~~ Jan Petrovski MacLeod, 2013
"Doug, thank you for the great selection of samples you sent me from your Waterfall Glen Soap Company. I loved your packaging it gave it such an earthy feeling to it and the scents are amazing!!!! Just having your soaps in my bathroom gives my bathroom an aroma that's so relaxing and soothing. Also the moisturizing affects from your body butter leaves my skin feeling soft and young. I can't wait to get my next order to try out the rest of your line. I'm definitely spoiled by your products and will never buy anywhere else."
~~ Guadalupe Castaneda, 2013
"Body and Mind Gifts is proud to carry these excellent soaps. They've changed our family's skin health for the better."
~~ A. Groom, owner of Body and Mind Gifts, Smithton, IL, 2013
"Just wanted to let you know how ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS your soaps are. I've tried 4 different kinds so far, & every one of them feels so luxurious - and they smell heavenly! You do great work sir - keep it up."
~~ Treva Linnean, 2013
"I am so happy to have finally tried a sampling of a few WFGSC offerings, before there was officially a sampling option. I highly recommend doing that if you're not sure where to start. The soaps are not only beautiful, but just a small bar sitting on the soap dish in my shower fills my whole bathroom with fragrance and makes every shower a luxurious experience. Treat yourself with the French clay mask and leave your skin feeling renewed. I have oily skin and am definitely not a girl that doesn't sweat, so in the summers I dread lotioning after showers. Magically, I can use the lotions and body butter without fear of them sweating off of me because they actually soak into my skin and leave it soft, even when I skip a day. I can't give enough good praise for WFGSC products. Keep them coming! Can't wait to see what I can try next."
~~ Chessa Calabrese, 2013
"I received my order from the Waterfall Glen Soap Company on Sat and now 3 days later I am still in awe. The products are amazing, the smells are so luxurious and the feel of the soap and lotions is decadent. I don't think I can ever go back to "normal" soap again. Besides that Doug was fantastic to work with. I will be purchasing more and more from him. Oh and the French Clay mask..... all I can say is "WOW". Actually Wow pretty much sums up my entire opinion of this company. Very very well done!"
~~ Kristin Parry, 2013
"I picked up some product from the Waterfall Glen Soap Company studio today and received a sample of the Summer Prairie Body Lotion. The scent is warm and elegant and not at all overpowering and the lotion is silky and sinks right into your skin. What a great product! I love the Citrus Grove lotion, but might just have a new favorite. Thank you Doug Coggeshall!""
~~ Roxanne Dobrenick, 2013
"Ill be placing another order shortly. This stuff is amazing. I have really dry skin and the citrus cafe soap helped along w the lotion. I did receive a sample of the summer prairie lotion and it smells like I'm out in a field of flowers. That's my next order along with some charcoal soap and maybe a mud mask.""~~ Jenn Hernandez, 2013
"★★★★★ Best soap EVER! I absolutely love this soap. My skin feels so soft and silky. I am in love! I plan to share it with my family and friends this Christmas. Thank you for the personal attention to my order."
~~ Mary Camargo Peifer, 2013
"The products are far superior to any other!!! I will only use the soap, lotion and body butter from Waterfall Glen!!!"
~~ Mary Morphew , 2013
"For Mother's Day I gave my Mom Citrus Grove lotion and Limone soap. She absolutely loved the fresh invigorating scents of each. The lotion left her hands so soft. She had been having a difficult time finding a lotion that really worked. She was amazed at how silky they left her hands without feeling greasy. I'm using the Lemon Poppy seed soap. It is so fresh and clean. The poppy seeds are a great gently exfoliant that I even use on my face. I feel so fresh and renewed after using it! To be honest words alone can't express how much I like them. I'll have to order the body butter some time."
~~ C. Dollinger, 2013
"Citrus body lotion... I have to say of all the money I have spent on namebrand, storebrand, well advertised products in the hopes of finding deep conditioning without a greasy feel lotion. This is it. Finally! Love it and won't use anything else!!!"
~~ Adry Leon, 2013
"The Citrus Grove Body Lotion is awesome. The lotion is so nice and smooth makes my hands soft. The fragrance wakes me up! Love this product will be ordering it in the future. Thank you for all the samples they are fantastic. The fragrance from the soaps fill my bathroom and I think of the meadow."
~~ Alicja Wobel, 2013
"After sampling a few of the Waterfall Glen soaps for a couple of weeks I'm hooked on the black onyx soap. I love the added activated charcoal in it, it's worked wonderfully for my sensitive skin. The soap goes on with a silkiness and rinses off clean. This is by far the best natural soap I've ever used, I tend to find that most other natural soaps leave a residue and make my skin break out. I especially love the feel I get once I use the soap and follow it up with their lotion, my skin feels baby soft all day! I'm addicted!
I love the consistency of that soap... The charcoal seems to firm the soap up so it doesn't dissolve as quickly, I wish the whole bar had more of the charcoal in it for that reason instead of just half. I think it just needs to include a really nice description of the benefits of the activated charcoal because I know that a black soap might be off putting to customers. I think if they really know the positives and the scents involved that they would love the soap no matter the color"
~~ Stef S., 2013
"Ive been using WFG soap and body lotion for over a week now. My skin feels clean and not as dry as usual with the soaps. Waterfall Glen Soaps wash clean with no residue and for the first time my skin is actually 'squeaky clean'.
I started using the lotion just on my body and left it beautifully soft, BUT, the miracle happened when I tried it on my feet.. WOW! Is all I can say. My dry heals are no more. The lotion literally has made my feet feel like I just had a pedicure, no rough skin at all. The lotion soaks in - in just a few minutes and doesn't leave that greasy feeling that many do. I'll never buy over the counter products again."
~~ L. Shaw, 2013
"Dear Waterfall Glen Soap Company,
I just had to write and tell you how much I love your skin products!
I have purchased many varieties of your soap and each bar is uniquely special.
Each morning I run my bath and while the water is running I let your delightful soap drift afloat.
I have to tell you that my skin has never felt better - not only is your soap luxurious but it leaves my skin feeling revived and renewed. My favorite is your eucalyptus soap and I don't believe I will ever find a better skin product then yours. Your product refreshes my skin to a youthful appearance that I thought I could never get back at my age of "60".
Thank you so much!"
~~ Rose Campagna, 2013
"Wonderful soaps made with care and passion loved them so much I will be carrying them at my store Hippie Daze; in Belleville, IL :)"
~ Ameena Rao, 2013
"I recently started using the Waterfall Glen's soaps to wash my face. Today I used black onyx with activated charcoal. Because I have acne prone skin, I have to be careful what I use on my face.
I was pleasantly surprised how clean and soft my face was afterwards. My make up went on smoother. Hours later, I found that my skin that would usually me oily, is not. I will use this soap to wash my face on a daily basis."
~~ B. Bowman, 2013
"These products are wonderful! Doug customized a variety of products for me to try for my extremely dry skin. I have previously tried every commercial product out there and nothing has had a lingering effect for me. The bath oil applied directly to damp skin just after bathing or showering and allowed to absorb for a couple minutes before dressing is really doing the trick. The scent is lovely but doesn't compete adversely with any other fragrances I may wish to use. I feel like I've stepped into a high end spa every time I apply it! I do not apply the oil to my face but, instead, I use the lotion that is simply luxurious but not oily. I am officially a fan!"
~~ C. Hoffman Lambert, 2013
"Best soap I have ever used. Loved it so much, it's my primary Christmas to gift to my family and friends this year!"
~~ Rodney G. Ramos, 2013
"The aroma from these soaps are truly amazing, so rich and luxurious."
~~ L. Shaw, 2013
"The talent, quality, and love in all of these is just incredible!! Thank you so much for sharing... just awesome."
~~ Author of 'Happiness In Your Life' Doe Zantamata, 2013
"Amazing soap, best I have ever used. My bathroom smells wonderful and my skin of silk. It is a crime not to try it!" ~~ G. Panozzo, 2012