About Annings of Dorset

Every year, millions of tonnes of seashells are discarded by the fishing industry. Instead of allowing these unloved seashells to go to waste, they are upcycled into an eco-friendly material that forms the basis of the distinctive Annings soap. We collect seashells from sustainable British scallop fisheries and process them using a unique method — and an Annings secret — to harness their naturally restorative properties. This process helps to create a soap that is longer lasting, great for your skin and helps the environment! Annings, a family-run artisan soap maker, employs a traditional cold production process. Over the years, experimentation with natural ingredients has led to the creation of skin-loving soaps that blend seashells, herbs, and essential oils. We take a simple and honest approach to life, and we craft our skincare in much the same way. Our soaps and balms are handmade with care and pride in small batches. Each ingredient is selected to nourish, replenish, and for their divine floral and earthy fragrances. Our traditional skincare remedies are natural and cruelty-free. They contain NO ‘nasties’ such as artificial or synthetic ingredients, plastic, palm oil, parabens, triclosan, phthalates, or sls.Read their story