Dr. Emanual Bronner founded Dr. Bronner's back in 1948, though his soap-making roots already dated back to the 1850s, when his relatives began the family business. For over 60 years, Bronner's brand has been synonymous with quality, eco-friendly products that transcend most other flash-in-the-pan fads. Whether it's the organization's involvement in the fair treatment of farmers and workers, or pioneering USDA-certified organic products, Bronner's record of success is as clean as your body will be once you're done using its soaps and grooming products.