These soaps are made from the same ingredients as our other soaps, but the process did not go quite as smoothly and these bars do not have the same silky-smooth texture... at least to start. With time these soaps will also become smooth, and they refresh, clean, and lather just as well as those at the higher prices. Looking to try "bug oil" soap for the first time? This might be the place to start--you won't be disappointed!