The Soap Box

(Note: This blog post is not medical advice. See disclaimer.) In the vast history of natural remedies, few herbs boast a lineage as rich and storied as comfrey (Symphytum officinale). For millen … read more

You guys! This is totally exciting!We've been nominated for the Best of Jersey Shore competition in TWO categories and we need your help to win this contest!If you love our store and products, now is … read more

Is a Place on Earth a cruelty-free company? Yes, we are! But let’s explore the concept of cruelty-free a little further: Here at A Place on Earth, we believe in cruelty-free product development an … read more

Shipping rates for customers shopping on our web store have long been a source of pain — both for our customers and for us. The prices you’ve previously been quoted when shopping on our site were p … read more

Making soap is like following a recipe for pastry and turning it into a pie. Soap is made up of three basic ingredients: water, lye, and fats (oils). When a lye-and-water solution is mixed with fa … read more