At Good Smells Inc, we believe that self-care doesn’t just stop with you—it extends to the planet. That’s why we’ve taken a creative, sustainable approach to packaging our artisanal soaps. Every bar of our handcrafted soap is wrapped in something truly special: handmade wildflower seeded lotka paper. Not only does it look beautiful and luxurious, but it’s also 100% compostable and plantable, letting you give back to the Earth in the most delightful way possible.
What Is Lotka Paper?
Lotka paper is a sustainable, eco-friendly paper handmade from the bark of the lotka plant, which grows naturally in the high-altitude forests of Nepal. Harvesting the lotka plant doesn’t harm the environment because the bark regenerates, making it an excellent renewable resource. This durable, textured paper is not only a stunning wrapper for our soaps but also a conscious choice to reduce waste.
Why We Add Wildflower Seeds to Our Wrappers
We wanted to go beyond traditional biodegradable packaging and create something that truly enriches the Earth. That’s where the wildflower seeds come in! Every lotka paper soap wrapper is embedded with a mix of non-invasive wildflower seeds. After unwrapping your soap, you can plant the wrapper in soil, water it, and watch a variety of beautiful wildflowers bloom over time.
By planting these seed-filled wrappers, you’re not only creating beauty but also supporting pollinators like bees and butterflies, which are vital to our ecosystems.
How to Plant Your Soap Wrapper
It’s as easy as 1-2-3:
1. Prepare the soil: Choose a sunny spot in your garden or grab a pot with soil.
2. Plant the wrapper: Tear the lotka paper into smaller pieces and bury them under about 1/4 inch of soil.
3. Water and nurture: Keep the soil moist, and in a few weeks, you’ll start to see the wildflowers sprouting.
This simple act of planting turns your soap wrapper into a flourishing mini meadow, adding a pop of color to your garden while supporting biodiversity.
Why Handmade Packaging Matters
Every piece of our lotka paper is crafted by skilled artisans, making each wrapper unique. By choosing handmade materials, Good Smells Inc supports small communities and fair-trade practices. It’s packaging with a purpose: reducing waste, empowering artisans, and creating a cleaner, greener planet.
Benefits of Plantable Soap Wrappers
• Zero Waste: No part of our soap packaging ends up in the trash.
• Eco-Friendly: Lotka paper is sustainably sourced and 100% biodegradable.
• Promotes Pollination: Planting the wrappers helps create habitats for bees and butterflies.
• Aesthetic Appeal: Our wildflower soap packaging doubles as a beautiful gift wrap, perfect for eco-conscious gifting.
Make the World Smell (and Look) Better
When you buy a bar of Good Smells Inc soap, you’re not just treating yourself to a luxurious bath experience; you’re also investing in a greener future. With every planted wrapper, you’re helping to beautify the planet and support essential pollinators.
So next time you unwrap your favorite lavender, sage, or lemongrass soap, remember to plant the wrapper—it’s a small step toward a big impact.
By combining nature, art, and skincare, we at Good Smells Inc are rethinking what packaging can do. Together, let’s make sustainability bloom!