Discover Crate 61 Organics, the Canadian skincare champion from Pickering. Shop 100% natural, plastic-free soap and body butter. Support local, stay hydrated, and join the movement at True North Market.
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You know, sometimes I think about the things we carry with us. Not just the physical stuff—the old lunch pails, the beaten-up baseball mitts, or that one rusted bike chain—but the choices we make every single morning. We wake up, the sun’s peeking over the horizon, maybe there’s a bit of frost on the windowpane, and we decide what we’re going to put on our skin before we face the world.
For a long time, we’ve just grabbed whatever was on the shelf, full of chemicals we can’t pronounce. But here in Canada, we’re learning. We’re wising up. We’re realizing that what we put on our bodies matters just as much as what we put in them.
That’s where Crate 61 Organics comes in. If you haven’t heard of them, pull up a chair. Based right out of Pickering, Ontario, they’ve been doing things the right way since 2013. And by “right,” I mean they’re actually looking out for us, and for this big, beautiful patch of earth we call home.
It’s Science, But Make It Kind
There’s a kind of magic in how they make their soap. They use the cold-process method. Now, you might think, “So what?” Well, it’s simple physics, really. By keeping things cool during the process, they keep all that natural glycerin exactly where it belongs: in the bar, ready to lock moisture into your skin. It’s not just soap; it’s a barricade against the dry Canadian winter.
They’re sourcing sustainably, too. We’re talking shea butter from a women’s cooperative in Ghana—processed clean, no harsh junk—and olive oil straight from the sun-drenched farms of Crete. And for our local touch? They’re tapping into the Ontario Beekeepers’ Association for the good stuff. It’s a global effort, all tied together in a tidy little package that’s completely plastic-free.
18 Million Bottles. Gone.
You hear about the environment and it can feel like a heavy weight, right? Like you’re carrying the whole world on your shoulders. But Crate 61 has helped keep over 18 million plastic bottles out of our landfills. That’s not a small thing. That’s a whole lot of empty space where garbage used to be. That’s 18 million reasons to feel good about your morning shower.
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Why You Should Make the Switch
Look, I’m not saying you’re doing it wrong. I’m just saying you could be doing it better. When you buy from Crate 61, you’re not just buying a soap. You’re supporting a Canadian company that’s figured out how to be vertically integrated—they do the making, the packing, and the shipping all in-house. That’s about as honest as it gets.
Next time you’re reaching for that plastic bottle of mystery-scented slime, give your head a shake. Head over to our shop at True North Market, grab yourself some Crate 61, and smell like the real stuff—essential oils, plant-based goodness, and the pride of Ontario.
It’s good for your skin, good for the country, and frankly, it’s just plain decent. And in this world, being decent is the best thing you can be.
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