No. Clay makes up under 5% of each bar and is fully blended in, not loose powder. It disperses into the wash water like the clay in a face mask. Plumbing handles far more sediment than this.

It's the essential oils, not a flaw. We use essential oils, not synthetic fragrance oils, so scent strength varies naturally. Fragrance oils use fixatives for staying power, while essential oils break down at different rates. Citrus fades fastest; patchouli or sandalwood linger longer. Store away from heat and light.

Expect about 3–4 weeks with daily use if stored dry. Moisture is the biggest factor: soap left sitting in water softens faster, while a bar that dries between uses lasts longer. A magnetic soap holder keeps it elevated and air-dried, often doubling its lifespan. Small habits make a difference.

Because it's hand-cut, not machine-stamped. Each bar is cut individually from a larger loaf, so slight size or shape variations are normal, no two bars are ever identical. I keep every cut as clean as possible, but small imperfections are part of the handmade process, not a flaw.

I recommend our bars primarily as a body and hand soap, since that's what they're formulated for. That said, nothing in the ingredient list makes them unsafe for facial use. If you'd like to try it as a face wash, patch test a small area first. Everyone's skin is different.