The Hummingbird

Embrace the moody beauty of a stormy afternoon with our Whale Coast Sky Artisanal Cold Processed Soap. This bar captures the dramatic atmosphere of a typical winter’s day in the Overberg, where heavy, charcoal-grey clouds roll over the mountains. We’ve infused this batch with antioxidant-rich green tea and added delicate shavings of our Benguela bar to represent the white sea spray dancing against a dark, slate sky. It offers a grounding cleansing ritual that reflects the raw, untamed elegance of our coastal winter weather. The Traditional Cold Process Method The Hummingbird creates every bar using the time-honoured cold process technique. By combining grass-fed Beef Tallow with the protective luxury of Manketti Oil, we ensure a soap that cleanses without compromising your skin's natural integrity. This Whale Coast Sky Artisanal Cold Processed Soap naturally retains its hydrating glycerin, resulting in a dense, creamy lather that protects the skin against the elements. We meticulously hand-craft each batch to ensure a high-quality bar that respects your skin’s Acid Mantle. Key Ingredients & Skin Benefits:

• Green Tea & Activated Charcoal: We use a potent green tea infusion to deliver a wealth of Antioxidants directly to the skin, helping to soothe inflammation. The activated charcoal works in tandem to draw out deep-seated impurities and toxins, leaving your pores clear and refined.
• Upcycled Benguela Shavings: By incorporating shavings from our Benguela soap, we create a unique "confetti" texture that provides a gentle, varied feel on the skin. This sustainable practice ensures no piece of our artisanal soap goes to waste while adding a touch of the Atlantic’s mineral-rich essence to the bar.
• Manketti & Castor Oil: Manketti oil is prized for its ability to thrive in harsh environments, offering incredible moisture-retention properties. When paired with castor oil, it creates a thick, conditioning foam that shields the skin from the drying effects of the winter wind.
• Tallow & Almond Milk Base: Our signature grass-fed tallow base mimics the natural oils of human skin for superior biocompatibility. The addition of almond milk enhances the "silk-like" glide of the soap, ensuring a nourishing wash that feels soft and luxurious.

Fragrance Profile: Our proprietary botanical blend for Whale Coast Sky is a sophisticated, single-origin aromatic experience that captures the crisp, sharp air of a high-veld storm.

• Top Notes: A bright, Peppery Citrus zest that provides an immediate sense of clarity and freshness, cutting through the heavy winter air.
• Middle Notes: A heart of Spicy Herbaceous Green that brings a complex, slightly floral depth to the cleansing experience.
• Base Notes: A clean, Balsamic Bitter-Wood finish that lingers on the skin, providing a grounded and sophisticated aromatic trail.

How to Care for Your Artisanal Soap: To prolong the life of your Whale Coast Sky Artisanal Cold Processed Soap, we recommend using a draining soap dish to allow the bar to dry between uses. Experience the dramatic beauty of our coastal landscape by exploring the full Overberg Collection.

Feel the invigorating spray of the Atlantic with our Grotto Beach Artisanal Cold Processed Soap. This bar captures the raw energy of Hermanus's blue-flag shoreline, where icy turquoise waves crash against weathered rocks in a symphony of white foam. We have infused this soap with a cooling botanical profile to mimic the crisp, refreshing bite of the ocean air. By utilizing Nila powder, we’ve recreated the deep, mesmerizing blues of the deeper waters, offering a bathing experience that revitalizes the body and clears the mind like a brisk morning walk on the sand. The Traditional Cold Process Method The Hummingbird creates every bar using the time-honoured cold process technique. By combining grass-fed Beef Tallow with sustainable Palm Oil, we ensure a soap that provides a sturdy, long-lasting lather without stripping your skin. This Grotto Beach Artisanal Cold Processed Soap naturally retains its hydrating glycerin, resulting in a dense, creamy foam that leaves your skin feeling exceptionally soft and balanced. We meticulously hand-craft each batch to ensure the natural fats remain intact, protecting your skin's vital Acid Mantle. Key Ingredients & Skin Benefits:

• Nila Powder & Kaolin Clay: These natural minerals provide the bar’s striking oceanic blue hue. Nila powder is celebrated for its ability to brighten the skin and reduce inflammation, while Kaolin clay gently polishes the skin by removing Antioxidants and environmental pollutants.
• Eucalyptus & Lavender: This blend offers a distinct cooling sensation that mimics the "icy" feel of the Grotto waters. Eucalyptus provides natural decongestant properties and a refreshing tingle, while Lavender ensures the skin remains calm and balanced after every wash.
• Almond Milk & Castor Oil: We include these to produce a "silk-like" glide across the skin. The almond milk provides a boost of Vitamin E and proteins, while the castor oil creates large, stable bubbles that make the lather feel incredibly decadent and hydrating.
• Tallow Base: Our signature grass-fed tallow provides a hard bar with a pH-compatible profile. This traditional ingredient is rich in skin-mimicking lipids, ensuring deep nourishment that synthetic alternatives simply cannot match.

Fragrance Profile: Our proprietary botanical blend for Grotto Beach is a sharp, clean, and revitalizing composition that echoes the brisk sea breeze and the salty mist of the Whale Coast.

• Top Notes: A piercing, Cooling Camphor opening that immediately clears the senses and provides a fresh, "icy" aromatic start.
• Middle Notes: A heart of Herbaceous Floral notes that softens the intensity, bringing a sense of coastal tranquility and botanical depth.
• Base Notes: A smooth, Creamy Sweetness that grounds the sharper notes, leaving a clean and comforting trail on the skin long after drying.

How to Care for Your Artisanal Soap: To prolong the life of your Grotto Beach Artisanal Cold Processed Soap, we recommend using a draining soap dish to allow the bar to dry between uses. Immerse yourself in the untamed spirit of the Overberg by exploring the full Overberg Collection.

Celebrate the floral majesty of the whale coast with our Fernkloof Artisanal Cold Processed Soap. This bar draws its vibrant inspiration from the Proteas and Pincushions that blanket the Fernkloof Nature Reserve in deep oranges and rustic reds. We hand-craft each batch to reflect the wild, sun-drenched beauty of the fynbos, providing a cleanse that is as nourishing as it is beautiful. The Traditional Cold Process Method The Hummingbird creates every bar using the time-honoured cold process technique. By combining grass-fed Beef Tallow with the luxury of Marula Oil, we ensure a soap that cleanses without compromising your skin's natural oils. This Fernkloof Artisanal Cold Processed Soap naturally retains its hydrating glycerin, resulting in a dense, creamy lather that leaves your skin feeling exceptionally soft and balanced. Key Ingredients & Skin Benefits:

• Madder Root: This ancient botanical gives the bar its signature deep orange and reddish hue. Beyond its color, it helps to soothe the skin and promote a clear, Radiant Complexion.
• Marula & Castor Oil: These oils deliver a wealth of antioxidants and essential fatty acids. They create a stable, bubbly foam that deeply conditions the skin while you wash.
• Almond Milk & Kaolin Clay: We include these to ensure a luxurious, "silk-like" feel. The almond milk provides Vitamin E, while the clay gently polishes the skin for a smooth, refined finish.
• Tallow Base: Our use of traditional tallow provides a hard, long-lasting bar with a pH-compatible profile that respects the skin barrier.

Fragrance Profile: Our proprietary botanical blend for Fernkloof is a bright, uplifting, and floral composition that evokes the scent of a summer day spent wandering through wild Proteas.

• Top Notes: A sparkling, Tri-Citrus Burst that provides an immediate sense of sunshine, clarity, and zesty freshness.
• Middle Notes: A heart of Sun-Ripened Fruit notes that perfectly complements the warmth of the coastal fynbos.
• Base Notes: A sweet, Exotic Floral finish that lingers on the skin, providing a sophisticated and calming aromatic trail.

How to Care for Your Artisanal Soap: To prolong the life of your Fernkloof Artisanal Cold Processed Soap, we recommend using a draining soap dish to allow the bar to dry between uses. Immerse yourself in the botanical heritage of the region by exploring the full Overberg Collection.

Celebrate the floral majesty of the whale coast with our Fernkloof Artisanal Cold Processed Soap. This bar draws its vibrant inspiration from the Proteas and Pincushions that blanket the Fernkloof Nature Reserve in deep oranges and rustic reds. We hand-craft each batch to reflect the wild, sun-drenched beauty of the fynbos, providing a cleanse that is as nourishing as it is beautiful. The Traditional Cold Process Method The Hummingbird creates every bar using the time-honoured cold process technique. By combining grass-fed Beef Tallow with the luxury of Marula Oil, we ensure a soap that cleanses without compromising your skin's natural oils. This Fernkloof Artisanal Cold Processed Soap naturally retains its hydrating glycerin, resulting in a dense, creamy lather that leaves your skin feeling exceptionally soft and balanced. Key Ingredients & Skin Benefits:

• Madder Root: This ancient botanical gives the bar its signature deep orange and reddish hue. Beyond its color, it helps to soothe the skin and promote a clear, Radiant Complexion.
• Marula & Castor Oil: These oils deliver a wealth of antioxidants and essential fatty acids. They create a stable, bubbly foam that deeply conditions the skin while you wash.
• Almond Milk & Kaolin Clay: We include these to ensure a luxurious, "silk-like" feel. The almond milk provides Vitamin E, while the clay gently polishes the skin for a smooth, refined finish.
• Tallow Base: Our use of traditional tallow provides a hard, long-lasting bar with a pH-compatible profile that respects the skin barrier.

Fragrance Profile: Our proprietary botanical blend for Fernkloof is a bright, uplifting, and floral composition that evokes the scent of a summer day spent wandering through wild Proteas.

• Top Notes: A sparkling, Tri-Citrus Burst that provides an immediate sense of sunshine, clarity, and zesty freshness.
• Middle Notes: A heart of Sun-Ripened Fruit notes that perfectly complements the warmth of the coastal fynbos.
• Base Notes: A sweet, Exotic Floral finish that lingers on the skin, providing a sophisticated and calming aromatic trail.

How to Care for Your Artisanal Soap: To prolong the life of your Fernkloof Artisanal Cold Processed Soap, we recommend using a draining soap dish to allow the bar to dry between uses. Immerse yourself in the botanical heritage of the region by exploring the full Overberg Collection.

Step back in time with our Old Harbour Artisanal Cold Processed Soap. This bar pays homage to the historic heart of Hermanus, drawing visual inspiration from the iconic orange-brown concrete and weathered surfaces of the Old Harbour slipways. It is a warm, textured, and deeply comforting soap designed to ground the senses and revitalise the skin. The Heritage of Cold Processed Soap At The Hummingbird, we craft each bar using the time-honoured cold process method. By blending grass-fed Beef Tallow with luxury Marula Oil, we ensure a superior level of moisture that typical soaps lack. This Old Harbour Artisanal Cold Processed Soap naturally preserves its glycerin content, resulting in a dense, creamy lather that protects the skin’s Lipid Barrier during every wash. Key Ingredients & Skin Benefits:

• Turmeric & Ginger Powder: These natural botanicals provide the bar’s signature sun-baked orange hue. Both are celebrated for their anti-inflammatory properties, helping to soothe and brighten the skin.
• Colloidal Oatmeal: To reflect the rugged surfaces of the harbour, we include oatmeal for its gentle Exfoliation benefits. It lifts away dead skin cells while calming dry or itchy patches.
• Kaolin Clay & Almond Milk: This combination ensures the bar remains gentle. The clay draws out impurities while the almond milk provides a dose of Vitamin E for a silky, conditioned finish.
• Marula & Castor Oil: These oils create a stable, bubbling foam that feels decadent on the skin, providing essential fatty acids for lasting hydration.

Fragrance Profile: Our proprietary blend for Old Harbour is an energising, spicy composition that reflects the warmth of a sun-drenched afternoon on the rocks.

• Top Notes: A vibrant, zesty opening of Sharp Citrus that cuts through the air like a fresh sea breeze.
• Middle Notes: A heart of Warm Spice and aromatic root notes that provide a comforting, familiar depth.
• Base Notes: A lingering, Peppery and Earthy finish that grounds the fragrance, leaving you feeling revitalised and strong.

How to Care for Your Artisanal Soap: To ensure your Old Harbour Artisanal Cold Processed Soap stays firm and lasts longer, store it on a well-draining soap dish between uses. This >100g bar is a piece of Overberg history—explore the rest of the Overberg Collection to complete your journey.

Capture the essence of the world-famous Hermanus coastline with our Cliff Path Artisanal Cold Processed Soap. This bar pays tribute to the rugged beauty of the whale-watching capital, where the salt spray meets the wild fynbos. We hand-pour each batch to deliver a mineral-rich cleanse that mirrors the revitalising energy of the ocean breeze. The Artisanal Difference The Hummingbird creates every bar using the traditional cold process method. By combining grass-fed Beef Tallow with the rare, ultra-hydrating Manketti Oil, we produce a soap that cleanses deeply while respecting the skin’s delicate Acid Mantle. This Cliff Path Artisanal Cold Processed Soap naturally retains its skin-softening glycerin, providing a creamy lather that commercial soaps simply cannot match. Key Ingredients & Skin Benefits:

• African Green Clay & Activated Charcoal: This powerful duo acts as a natural magnet for toxins. The clay infuses the skin with essential minerals, while the charcoal provides a gentle, deep-pore detoxification.
• Manketti Oil: Imported from Namibia, this oil contains high levels of Vitamin E and linoleic acid, which help to regenerate and protect the skin barrier.
• Almond Milk & Kaolin Clay: These ingredients ensure the soap glides across the skin, providing a soothing, silky texture that prevents irritation.
• Marine Infusion: We add Spirulina and Chlorella to provide a boost of phytonutrients, giving the skin a refreshed, healthy glow.

Fragrance Profile: Our proprietary botanical blend captures the scent of a morning walk along the Hermanus cliffs; crisp, clean, and subtly floral.

• Top Notes: A bright, sun-drenched Citrus opening that mimics the clarity of a cloudless Atlantic morning.
• Middle Notes: A heart of soothing Floral Botanicals that evokes the scent of wild blooms swaying in the coastal wind.
• Base Notes: A clean, slightly Medicinal and Camphoraceous finish that leaves the skin feeling exceptionally fresh and purified.

How to Care for Your Artisanal Soap: To ensure your Cliff Path Artisanal Cold Processed Soap lasts, always allow it to dry completely between uses on a well-draining soap dish. Experience the full spirit of the whale coast by pairing this with other gems from the Overberg Collection.