Find of the Month: Latika
I have two rules when it comes to bathtime (or showertime, as it were). One, it should truly be treated as an oasis. Taking an extra minute to really enjoy the hot water or scent of your favourite bath product can give you a serious pick-me-up when heading into another day, or help you unwind before bedtime. It is so totally worth it to invest in some fun soaps, deliciously scented shampoos and conditioners, fluffy bubble baths, and products designed to nourish and exfoliate your skin.
Of course, my second rule is you should really try and incorporate natural products where you can. Your skin absorbs up to 80% of what you put onto it, which means harsh (and scary) petrochemicals can end up in your bloodstream and potentially lead to more serious health complications down the road.
Luckily, December’s fabulous Find of the Month ticks both of those boxes. Latika (meaning ‘little plant’) is a Texan company (that caters to Canadians, no fear) that produces handmade bath treats with natural ingredients. The twist? For one, their soaps in particular come in a crazy range of shapes and scents, to make bathtime about ten times more fun and gifting super crazy easy for loved ones of any age. I’ve highlighted some of my fave picks from their collection as well as some fun insights on this fantastic brand.
Fancy Mustache Set – $6.79
One of the best parts about shopping at Latika is their suitability for stocking stuffers. Their fun-shaped soaps work equally well for your hipster brother or your favourite niece or nephew. Take for example, this trio of moustachioed soaps, which would make for a cute bubble bath photo op with the kiddies, or a wry commentary on your favourite guy’s commitment to Movember. Slightly more geared towards men, each of these soaps has a unique scent – Smoked Firewood, Vanilla Bean and Agadir Nights.
Lump of Coal – $7.49
Another awesome stocking stuffer (or bargain Secret Santa) pick is the classic ‘Lump of Coal’ for all the naughty ones on your gift list. What really rounds this out compared to your typical bath product gift is the cute burlap sack it comes housed in that basically eliminates the need to wrap it. Inside, your lucky friend or family member will find a few hunks of firewood-scented ‘coal’ which actually contains real activated charcoal; an extremely absorbent ingredient that’ll give you a deeper clean.
Ice Pop – $5.99 each
I have an odd fixation with things that look like ice lollipops – something about them just instantly taps into my inner psyche to be like “REFRESHING!” Such is the case with these translucent soapy ice pops in three shockingly realistic varieties and scents: from the creamy notes of Neapolitan ice cream to the invigorating (and exfoliating power) of Watermelon to the summery Rocket-pop inspired Red White and Blue offering. A cute choice to stuff in your kid’s stocking, as long as they don’t accidentally bite it!
Paris Is Always A Good Idea – $18
In lieu of bringing a sweet treat that’ll hurt the host’s waistline, why not give her something inspired by a decadent dessert? Latika’s French macaron-shaped soaps are so realistic looking, you’ll be hard-pressed not to munch on them. Created in collaboration with an actual macaron pastry chef, this trio of treats comes in a ready-to-gift cellophane package, including a cute bow. Suggest arranging them in a vintage dish in the bathroom for compliments on the fresh clean scent and cute presentation for the entirety of your friend’s special event.
Oatmeal, Milk & Honey Collection – From $3.99
I’d be remiss not to mention that Latika Soap is more than just fun-shaped soaps. In fact, they have several collections of full bath and body care products in scents like Lavender & Sage and Ocean Breeze. My personal favourite however, is the breakfast-inspired Oatmeal, Milk & Honey line that is somehow both soothing and upbeat at the same time. From fizzy bath bombs to uber gentle soaps to soothing lotions to an exfoliating lip scrub, once you lock into this smell, you can apply it to nearly every inch of your body. Not sure where to start? Check out one of the honey-infused sets for easy gifting options.
Herbal Bath Tea – $15.99
This is definitely one of the neatest tub innovations I’ve seen in some time. The idea is to take that hot water you’re soaking in and literally turn it into a ‘tea’. You can either ‘steep’ this herbal concoction directly in your both or in a bowl of boiling water that you simply add to the bath. Either way, the aromatic results are absolutely heavenly as the sweet smells of Chamomile, Lavender, Spearmint, Rosemary and Juniper intermingle. If you’ve ever felt truly soothed by a cup of tea and wanted to dive right in, this is the way to do it. Makes a splendid stocking stuffer or unexpected hostess pick.
Lip Scrub Kit – $15.99
I discovered the joys of lip scrubs last year and I must say – they are a total must-have for our Canadian winters. Made from a natural blend of oils, butters and sugar, all you have to do is gently rub your lips with the scrub and then, if you choose, lick off the remaining sugar. This cute kit includes both a scrub and lip balm so you can keep your pout properly moisturized between exfoliation sessions. Not a fan of touching your mouth directly? It also comes with a wooden spatula for easy application. And with 10 scrumptious flavours to choose from, you can easily buy multiple kits and divide them amongst your daughters or best friends. Having given the delicious Cafe Latte scrub myself, don’t be surprised if you end up hanging onto a set for yourself.
Holiday Gift Soap Box – $34.99
Let’s end things on a festive note shall we? For the record, Latika does make a pretty extensive line of regular ol’ block soaps as well. Of course, it’s hard to call them ordinary when they feature exfoliating beads, metallic shimmers, and unique scents like Apple Pie and Guava and Goji Berry. This lovely six-pack of Oatmeal & Honey soap comes packaged in a ready-to-gift pistachio green box, and features seasonally appropriate shapes for a perfect hostess or houseguest pick. It’s a little more formal than a standalone bar of soap when gifted as a set, but you can also snag it and split up the soaps amongst guests at a holiday gift exchange or dole them out to your fave coworkers.
This really was another one of those posts that I struggled with because I wanted to make sure I was representing all of the wonderful products Latika has. While I definitely didn’t cover every last bath goodie they carry, hopefully this ‘wets’ your appetite enough to take a dive into their site and peruse their full line-up. They’re truly a fantastic resource for stocking stuffers, hostess gifts, Secret Santa swaps, gorgeous gift sets and more – with relatively affordable prices and totally reasonable Canadian shipping rates, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t be snapping up some goods for your loved ones this holiday season. Especially because, for any of you that have clicked through the links above, you may have noticed some awesome sale prices; prices that’ll be in effect until the end of this month!
Oh yes, and did I mention? Two winners are each going to take home a $150 prize package of goodies from Latika! If you’d like to scrub up and stay clean for the year, here’s how to enter:
1) Visit Latika and leave a comment below with a link back to your favourite item on the Latika site until December 31st.
2) Entries are limited to one per person / per email address / per household (or more if you score bonus entries). A random draw will be conducted on or around January 1st, 2014 to select the winners, who will have 48 hours to respond before another winner is chosen in their place.
3) Entries are limited to Canadians that have reached the age of majority in their province. Quebec is not eligible for this promotion.
4) Bonus Entry: Five ways to score ’em:
– Follow Latika on Facebook and leave a comment (with a link back to your comment below)- Follow Latika on Pinterest and repin one of their pins (with a link back to your repin below)
– Follow Latika on Instagram, like one of their photos (with a link back to the photo you’ve liked below)
– Tweet about this contest with the hashtag #latikasoapcgg (link to your Tweet below)
– Create a Facebook post about this contest on your own feed with the hashtag #latikasoapcgg (link to your post below)
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The Pamper Me gift box is my favorite item. So many lovely products in one box. http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gifts/Pamper%20Me%20Box/
I think the Sea Glass Soap is really cool. I like to collect seaglass, guess that’s why I find this item appealing.
Milk & Honey Body wash
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/The%20Bakary_1/Nea/
I love all bath products. I am a human mermaid 🙂 I really like the Lavender Mineral Salts. Here is the link. http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gift%20Sets/Milk%20&%20Honey%20set/
I’ve love to get the Lavender and Sage bath salts. http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gift%20Sets/Milk%20&%20Honey%20set/
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20favors/Queen%20Bee_1/
I ❤ honey
I love this camera soap, so many people I could give this too!
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20favors/Dslr%20Camera%20/
Britt, legit am picking up one of these for a hostess gift who has a weakness for sweet treats (but can’t eat them at the moment due to some health issues). The macaroon set is perfect, thanks!
Nice! I have a few of them and they are SO CUTE in person 🙂
Defintelt this ! http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20favors/Fancy%20mustache%20set/
I like the ducky baby shower favors
Wow, it’s all so scrumptious! I think I like the bath treats set the best tho! http://www.latikasoap.com/Gifts/Bath%20Treats/
I love the cupcake soap!
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20favors/Cupcake%20Soap_1/
The Ocean Breeze Luxury Body Wash sounds good to me! http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Ocean%20Breeze/Shower%20Gel/
I would like to tryLavender Body Wash http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gift%20Sets/Button%20Party%20Favors/
I like the
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Bath%20&%20Body/Bath%20Bomb%20Fizzy/Bath%20Bomb%205%20Pck/
like them on pinterest and pinned
The lump of coal soap is such an awesome idea!!
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20favors/Holiday%20Category/Lump%20of%20Coal/
I love this gift set
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gifts/Honey%20Deluxe/
my favourite http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/The%20Bakary_1/Lemon_1/
http://instagram.com/p/hTiBboHHGC/ my instagram
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gifts/cupcake%20box/
I love anything cupcake related 🙂
The Sweet Kiss 3pk http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Bath%20&%20Body/Lip%20Balms/Sweet%20Kiss/
i love the Holiday gift soap collection
I like the Bath Bomb Fizzys!
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Bath%20&%20Body/Bath%20Bomb%20Fizzy/
I follow on pinterst and pinned
I follow on instagram and liked this picture
Love this !
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Would love to win these bath treats: http://www.latikasoap.com/Gifts/Bath%20Treats/ for my wife
Love the Milk and Honey Natural soap! http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/The%20Bakary_1/Strawberry_1/
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I like this one
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very cute soaps. The popsicles look fun
I would pick http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gift%20Sets/Bath%20Toys%20Soap%20Box/ – herbal bath tea, how wonderful.
liked on fb :https://www.facebook.com/latikasoap/posts/705492209463613
following on pinterest :http://www.pinterest.com/pin/20618110767995802/ (I’m going to do this!)
Tweet : https://twitter.com/anniebalanie/status/407482014950887425
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I think the oatmeal and honey would be great for dry winter skin. It was hard to pick one they all look great. Thank You
Since I love lavender, this one is a no-brainer: http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gifts/Lavender%20Deluxe/ the Lavender Deluxe set. mmmm
Ouuu so much to choose from. I would most want to try http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Bath%20&%20Body/Bath%20soak/Herbal%20bath%20tea/ the TEA!
the Shea butter & Aloe Lotion
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gift%20Sets/Chocoholic%20Gift%20set/
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Love the MO Soap!!!
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20favors/Fancy%20mustache%20set/
I’d like to get the Herbal Bath Tea for my daughter – she has dry skin and this might be the product she needs.
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Bath%20&%20Body/Bath%20soak/Herbal%20bath%20tea/
Treasures from the Sea!
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Ocean%20Breeze/Treasures%20from%20The%20Sea_1/
I like this lip balm~ http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Bath%20&%20Body/Lip%20Balms/Mango%20Kisses/
Tweet~ http://twitter.com/glogirl3/status/407557872503902208
The Pamper me gift box. http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gifts/Pamper%20Me%20Box/
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My favourite item is the Ducky Baby Shower Favor!
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20Favors_1/Ducky%20baby%20shower/
I love the lump of coal soap: http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20favors/Holiday%20Category/Lump%20of%20Coal/
I would LOVE to give some of those for Xmas, hilarious!!
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This sea glass soap is beautiful.
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20favors/Sea%20Glass%20Soap/
I love these cookie soaps
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20favors/French%20macaron%20set/
This looks terrific! I’m not really a bath girl…I’m not the best at sitting still, but I sure to indulge in my shower time! http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/The%20Bakary_1/Strawberry_1/
i like http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Bath%20&%20Body/Bath%20Bomb%20Fizzy/Cherry%20Almond/
I love bath bombshttp://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Bath%20&%20Body/Bath%20Bomb%20Fizzy/Bath%20Mix/
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gift%20Sets/Bath%20Toys%20Soap%20Box/
I would like http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Bath%20&%20Body/Bath%20Bomb%20Fizzy/Oatmeal,%20Milk%20&%20Honey/
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gifts/Deluxe%20Bath%20Set/
the Deluxe Bath Gift set is what i like most
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20Favors_1/Ducky%20baby%20shower/
I think these would be cute for a baby shower.
Such a great idea for Wedding favours http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20Favors_1/Personalized%20Lip%20Balm/20%20Lip%20Balms/
The cupcake gift set is something I’d like to try!
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gifts/cupcake%20box/
I would like to get the Pamper me gift set! http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gifts/Pamper%20Me%20Box/
I like the Cupcake Box of soaps. http://www.latikasoap.com/Gifts/cupcake%20box/
I really, really like these ducky baby shower favours. http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20Favors_1/Ducky%20baby%20shower/
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The cupcake box is awesome, would love to receive or gift it.
sorry, forgot the link http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gifts/cupcake%20box/
I love natural soap. The Apple Pie soap sounds nice: http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Bar%20Soap/Hot%20apple%20pie/
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/The%20Bakary_1/Watermelon%20Ice%20Pop/ This milk bath seems very nice.
The cupcake soaps are incredibly cute. They would make nice loot prizes for a birthday party.
The Queen Bee soap sounds like it would smell amazing.
My favorite item would have to be the Sea Glass Soap! 😉
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Ocean%20Breeze/Sea%20Glass%20Soap_1/
The little ducky’s!!
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20Favors_1/Ducky%20baby%20shower/
Liked on FB and commented: https://www.facebook.com/latikasoap/posts/708406692505498
Pinterest pin: http://www.pinterest.com/pin/421649583834123428/
Tweeted about contest: https://twitter.com/Boomergirlz/status/409503147791351809
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20favors/French%20macaron%20set/
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20Favors_1/Buttons/10%20Buttons/ These button soaps are cute as a button and I would love to give them to my boyfriend’s mother!!!
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20Favors_1/Cupcake%20Soap/
The cupcake soaps are super cute!
http://www.latikasoap.com/Party%20favors/Holiday%20Category/Snow%20%20man/
Love the snowman. It was hard to pick just one!
The buttons are adorable http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20Favors_1/Buttons/10%20Buttons/
The “Pamper Me” gift box
My favourite is the Lavender and Sage Shea Butter and Aloe Lotion http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gift%20Sets/Chocoholic%20Gift%20set/
This is adorable http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20favors/Sandwich%20Cookie_1/ It looks good enough to eat!
Aromatherapy Gift Set
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gifts/Aromatherapy%20Gift%20Set/
Sandwich cookie – that is awesome!
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20favors/Sandwich%20Cookie_1/
Haha love their slogan “Life is short, take a bath” Amen!
The Mango Fever soap (http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Bar%20Soap/Mango%20Fever/) looks cool!
I also tweeted https://twitter.com/PinhoRoni/status/411565722989383680
Thanks for the giveaway
I love the Lump of Coal soap http://www.latikasoap.com/Party%20favors/Holiday%20Category/Lump%20of%20Coal/ I think it is so cute and would be perfect to trick the kids 🙂
I would love the try the sea salt, it would feel great on the skin.
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Ocean%20Breeze/Sea%20Salt%20Scrub/
I would most like the Sea Salt Scrub
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Ocean%20Breeze/Sea%20Salt%20Scrub/
My favourite is the lavender body wash. http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gift%20Sets/Button%20Party%20Favors/
So many awesome designs! Love them all but my fav is the Ice Pop soap! http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20favors/Ice%20Pop/
I would like the cupcake soaps.
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20Favors_1/Cupcake%20Soap/
pamper gift box is to die for
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gifts/Pamper%20Me%20Box/
Love this!
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Bar%20Soap/Green%20tea/
would like to try the Milk and HOney Body Lotion http://www.latikasoap.com/The%20Bakary_1/Red,%20White%20&%20Blue/
Following -https://www.facebook.com/latikasoap/posts/713677785311722
Cupcake Favor Gifts
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20Favors_1/Cupcake%20Soap/
http://www.latikasoap.com/Gifts/Honey%20Deluxe/ Love all of these ones!
I like the Oatmeal, Milk & Honey Scrub at http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/The%20Bakary_1/Chocolate/
My lips get so dry and chapped in winter
http://www.latikasoap.com/Bath%20&%20Body/Lip%20scrub%20Kit/
Pinterest follower as Dawnalees
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gift%20Sets/Whipped%20Body%20Scrub/ I am a lavender fanatic .. I would love this !
ICE POP http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20favors/Ice%20Pop/
I’d love to try all of the honey products so the Honey Deluxe Gift Box is what caught my eye. http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gifts/Honey%20Deluxe/
http://latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20favors/Ice%20Pop/
ice pop looks good
The Lavender Deluxe Gift Box is my favourite item (among many favourites). Great selection of products which is sure to please even the most difficult-to-buy-for gift recipient.
Love lavender so would like http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gift%20Sets/Button%20Party%20Favors/
I love spoiling myself and this sounds like the ultimate pampering: http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/The%20Bakary_1/Chocolate/
In the 10 for $10 Stockpile Lifesaver Edition I would like to have are the instapic mini frames and the Cheers for Deers Beverage Sleeves
The Electric Griddle, DEWALT portable charger radio, Gel skins and the Gem Picnic Cooler Bag CBC were my favourites
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Ocean%20Breeze/Mineral%20Bath%20Salts/
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gift%20Sets/Whipped%20Body%20Scrub/
thanks for the chance
I need this for my dry lips,
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Bath%20&%20Body/Lip%20scrub%20Kit/
I like the Honey Deluxe Gift Set http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Gifts/Honey%20Deluxe/
I’d love the Snow Set!
http://www.latikasoap.com/shop/Party%20favors/Holiday%20Category/Snow%20%20man/
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