Simplí Artisan
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Small-batch artisan soaps and body products made from scratch with high-quality, responsibly cultivated and often organic ingredients.
NO parabens, NO phthalates, NO pre-made bases. Simplí ["SHIM-plee"] is a Gaelic word for simple and straightforward. I (Julie Fanning) create artisan soaps and skin products using high-quality, natural and responsibly cultivated ingredients such as organic and essential oils, herbs, spices and clays. Cosmetic-grade fragrance oils are also sometimes used, as some people want a scent with more longevity or request scents that are not found organically/in nature. I only use Phthalate-free fragrances. I make mostly vegan products in small batches; I say mostly because sometimes I include honey or beeswax. I try to use all natural ingredients, often using herb, root and spice infusions and clays. However I occasionally use mica powder for some colorants which are finely ground minerals—some with cosmetic-grade colorants and pigments (Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act-approved as safe). And while there are widespread claims of certain oils, butters, essential oils, coffee, b**r, coconut milk, tea and other items having health benefits on the skin, I am not a physician and make no “health” claims as to the use of these. I can only guide you to reputable resources or tell you what I’ve discovered. ~Julie
Items I make:
Simplí + Clean
SOAP, made two different ways: in the time-honored cold process method—which means the soap batter is not heated via an external source, resulting in a smooth, creamy texture—and occasionally via hot process, which means the batter is cooked and any additives, such as additional butters or honey or yogurts, are incorporated after the cook; hot process results in a more rustic and textured appearance. All of these artisan soaps have no added detergents and the glycerine is kept intact. The bars are cured for at least 4-6 weeks, which ensures moisture has naturally evaporated and you are left with firm, long-lasting bars. To extend artisan soap's life span, I recommend a ventilated soap dish/deck so bars can dry between use. Simplí + Soft
MOISTURIZING ITEMS: Body butters, salves, lotion bars, scrubs and lip balms. These have concentrated amounts of beneficial oils and butters, which absorb nicely into skin and lips. Simplí + Smooth
SHAVING SOAPS & BEARD CARE: For shaving soaps I use a variety of moisturizing oils and butters and each puck is 3" in diameter (perfect to fit into most shaving mugs). The soap ends up having a really rich, creamy, long-lasting lather and customers have said they get a close, smooth shave. Beard balms and beard oils have luxurious and natural oils and butters that are perfect for keeping facial hair follicles smooth and conditioned and the skin beneath stays moisturized.
Set up at Philip Carter for their Oktoberfest event! Live music, w**e, b**r, food and other vendors. The weather is great, too!
10/09/2026
Simplí Artisan will be a vendor at this event on Saturday! Forecast looks good....come out and say hello! I will have some incredible items, including some new products.
🍺🍷 PROST! Oktoberfest is coming to Philip Carter W**ery! 🍂🇩🇪
Join us for our 1st Oktoberfest at Philip Carter W**ery on Saturday, October 10th for a full day of fall fun in the beautiful Virginia countryside!
From 11 AM–9 PM, enjoy live music all day, authentic German-inspired food from KJ’s Chatterbox, and shop a wonderful selection of local craft & artisan vendors. Raise a glass with friends and choose from b**r, award-winning Philip Carter w**es, c***r, and meade while taking in the vineyard and Blue Ridge Mountain views.
Come hungry, come thirsty, bring your friends—and celebrate Oktoberfest, Virginia w**e-country style. 🍺🥨🍷🍁
Excellent Drinks. Excellent Food. Excellent People.
📍 Philip Carter W**ery
4366 Stillhouse Road • Hume, VA 22639
🕚 11 AM–9 PM
🎶 Live Music All Day
🥨 German Food • 🍺 B**r • 🍷 W**e • 🍎 C***r • 🍯 Meade
🛍️ Local Craft & Artisan Vendors
Ein Prosit! We’ll see you in the vineyard! 🇩🇪🍂
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08/22/2026
New "From the Soapbox" post
https://simpliartisan.com/ten-years-of-simpli-artisan/
08/01/2026
🍀 TEN. YEARS. Zero shortcuts.
Ten years ago, Simplí Artisan started with one simple belief: Body care products don't have to be complicated to feel luxurious.
Since day one, we've focused on thoughtfully chosen ingredients, handcrafted production and creating products that make everyday routines feel just a little more special.
Some things have changed over the years. That philosophy hasn't.
Thank you for being part of our first ten.
❤️ Julie
SimpliArtisan.com
07/30/2026
Every bar.
Every bottle.
Every scrub.
Every butter.
Every label.
Every order.
Every lesson.
Every little detail.
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07/27/2026
🤩 We've got a thing for 10.
More soon....
07/10/2026
After spending the last few weeks up to my elbows in a large custom corporate gift set order (thank you! 🙌), it's time to get back to what started it all... Three brand-new handcrafted soaps have officially landed on the website!
• What’s Up Doc?—Made with aloe liquid and carrot purée. The scent is sweet blood orange combined with ripe goji berry and mango.
• Zest Intentions—Also made with aloe liquid. The scent is bright lemon and orange with lemongrass.
• Captain Greenleaf—Made with h**p milk. The scent is a Caribbean-inspired blend of bay leaves and jasmine, rounded out by a bright citrus top and a rich rum & woodsy base (Yeah mun).
Which one will become your new favorite? 🛍️ Visit the website to check them out!
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04/04/2026
Handmade isn’t a trend. It’s an intention.
At Simpli Artisan, every product is developed, poured, cut and finished by hand. Thoughtfully crafted in small batches, with ingredients chosen for their quality—not their hype.
Celebrate National Handmade Day with something made the way it should be: simply and exceptionally well.
SimpliArtisan.com
03/09/2026
Well at least I can provide the soap. 😬
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