If you're new to this site, I can imagine that your first question might be 'what the f*ck is baoule?' That's fair, it's not a word I was familiar with until recently - and even then I only came across it because I was actively seeking out traditionally made, artisan-crafted...

So you're ticking all the boxes on your ethical journey. Cosmetics? Ha! Sulphate-free, no-plastic and no testing on fluffy bunnies. Clothes? Too easy. You've ditched fast fashion, have a capsule wardrobe of locally-made organic cotton staples and own at least one pair of vegan boots. You religiously carry around your...