Here is a simple recipe for homemade tallow soapbut first things first; I’m a big fan of tallow-based products. They deeply nourish the skin especially in the harsh, dry climate we often experience here in Norway (trust me... winter itch here can be next level!). Yet, what I love most about this recipe is that the ingredients are simple, natural, and easy to recognize. Soap making is a bit of a journey. There’s definitely some trial and error involved (my workspace has seen its fair share of...

Last year taught us a lot about what works and what definitely doesn’t. Selling handmade soap during Norway’s humid, wet, and chilly weather turned out to be quite the challenge. And those rare, beautiful summer days (yes, we did get a few!) came with their own lesson when our beeswax lip balms melted in the unexpected heat. Despite the learning curve, the markets brought something even more valuable: community. Along the way we made many wonderful connections with customers and fellow small...

Owning a small skincare business in Norway is a true labor of love and not for the faint of heart. At Beeyah, the Christmas season came and went in a blur of preparation, travel, and long days spent at farmers and Christmas craft markets. While selling handmade skincare products at outdoor markets sounds idyllic, the reality of Norwegian weather, even with our current mild winter, quickly taught us valuable lessons about formulation, presentation, and customer experience. Handmade Skincare...