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Life on Madd House Hill: Winding Down Summer with Our Nigerian Dwarfs
As summer gracefully winds down in 2025, there's a distinct shift in the air here at Madd House Hill. The busy pace of the long,...
Sep 185 min read


The Secret to Our Luxurious Lather: Why We Add Castor Oil to Our Goat Milk Products
At Madd House Hill, our journey began with a simple belief: that nature holds the key to healthy, happy skin. Every single ingredient we...
Aug 173 min read


Shea Butter and Skincare: 5 Amazing Benefits
The world of skincare can be confusing when there’s an abundance of different products, ingredients, and proclaimed benefits. However, a...
Nov 3, 20235 min read


Parabens in Skincare: What Are They? Should You Avoid Them?
We all know that many of the everyday products we use contain some type of preservative. From processed foods, to packaged drinks, to...
Sep 1, 20235 min read


The Benefits of Using Bar Soap
In the fast-paced world of skincare and bath and body products, the number of products and product variations can be overwhelming!...
Aug 4, 20235 min read


Are There Toxic Ingredients in Your Lotion? Here's What to Look For.
Lotion is a common part of our daily skincare routine. Whether it’s replenishing moisture that winter weather has taken away, or...
Jul 7, 20235 min read


Five Essential Summer Skincare Products
Summer is the time of year that you probably most want to be outside, enjoying warmer weather and sunshine. Mentally, you picture...
Jun 2, 20235 min read


Lactic Acid and Skincare: What You Need to Know
If you’ve heard the term lactic acid before, you likely come from one of a few select groups of people – athletes, dairy producers, and...
May 5, 20236 min read


Why You Should Consider Natural Insect Repellent
Unfortunately for most of us, insects are simply a part of life. Unless you live in a bug-free paradise or never venture outdoors, you’re...
Apr 7, 20235 min read


The Benefits of Goat Milk Skincare
Imagine if a single ingredient could change the way you think about skincare. Would you give it a try? We’re here to tell you there IS a...
Mar 3, 20235 min read


Colorants In Skincare: Are They Right For You?
Artificial colors are everywhere in today’s world, and most consumers are familiar with their presence in food and household products....
Feb 3, 20235 min read


Why Olive Oil Is So Great for Your Skin
Olive oil is a staple ingredient for most households and one that you likely have in your pantry right now. But did you know that it has...
Jan 6, 20235 min read


Fragrance In Skincare: Should You Avoid It?
At one point or another, we have probably all interacted with deliciously sweet-smelling, or otherwise strongly scented skincare...
Dec 2, 20224 min read


Coconut Oil: Why It's So Good For Your Skin!
Coconut oil has been around for centuries, with evidence of coconut flesh being used for healing and consumption as far back as four...
Nov 4, 20224 min read


Palm Oil: What You Need to Know
Palm Oil is a common ingredient in many household products and foods, and has caused quite a bit of controversy in recent years. While...
Oct 7, 20225 min read


The Benefits of Natural Deodorant
Applying deodorant is just another habit in our morning routine, as natural as brushing our teeth or washing our face. As we rush to get...
Sep 2, 20224 min read


The Incredible Benefits of Goat Yoga
Goat Yoga has exploded in popularity over the last few years – quite possibly boosted by adorable marketing shots of baby goats...
Aug 5, 20224 min read


All About Loofah
What do you think a loofah is, and where does it come from? Chances are, you probably answered that it is a sea sponge, grown underwater...
Jul 1, 20225 min read


Dairy Goats 101
When it comes to typical “farm animals” and livestock, goats are often an overlooked option. While we love our little goats, they are not...
Jun 3, 20226 min read


Goat Cheese Recipes for Every Occasion
We talk a lot about our goat milk soap…but goat milk can make far more than just skincare products! In fact, about ten years ago when we...
May 6, 20224 min read
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