Why Handmade Soap Is Better

The Truth About Handmade Soap: Why It’s Worth the Switch

Did you know some store-bought soaps aren’t actually labeled as soap?

Yep! Next time you go shopping, try to find ‘soap’ on the label of some big brands bars. I bet you will find ‘beauty bar’ listed instead. Those bars cannot be labeled as soap because it does not meet the FDA definition of soap.

“Today there are very few true soaps on the market. Most body cleansers, both liquid and solid, are synthetic detergent products. Detergent cleansers are popular because they make suds easily in water and don’t form gummy deposits. Many of these detergent products are marketed as “soap” but are not true soap according to the regulatory definition of the word.”

http://Frequently Asked Questions on Soap | FDA

The “beauty bars” on the market today contain synthetic detergents and surfactants instead of plant and animal fats and oils used in traditional cold-process soap. The cocktail of chemicals in “beauty bars” are used so big companies could mass produce large quantities cheaply

Chemical detergents and surfactants are so effective at cleaning that they can strip away your skin’s natural protective oils and disrupt your skin barrier, making it more susceptible to dryness and damage over time

Our skin is our biggest organ and is the first to absorb the ingredients in any personal care product. Wouldn’t you want those ingredients to be the best quality for you and your family?

Traditional cold process soap is made from the saponification of fats and oils when mixed with an alkali substance (lye or sodium hydroxide) to create soap and glycerin. Lye is dangerous in its pure form but the reaction of mixing with fat and oils neutralize the caustic properties, resulting in a safe and effective cleansing product.

A properly formulated soap recipes ensure that all the lye is completely converted into soap, leaving no residual lye in the final product after curing 4-6 weeks. This is why it is so important to follow a trusted recipe when making your own soap.

I have been making soap for 8 years. I started making soap as a party favor at my bridal shower and have loved the experimentation and creativity of it ever since. If you are interested in learning how to make your own soap, I will share those steps in a future blog post. Subscribe to make sure you don’t miss it!

Our soap contains a combination of the following plant and animal fats and oils to provide a lathering and nourishing cleansing bar of soap that does not strip your skin of its natural oils.

Coconut Oil

Highly effective at cleansing the skin
Creates a rich, bubbly lather
Can have antibacterial and antifungal properties.

Canola Oil

moisturizing, high in essential fatty acids
Rich in Vitamins E and K: can help with skin issues like acne and aging

Olive Oil

Rich in Vitamins A and E: can promote strong antioxidant activity
Helps to soften and smooth the skin

Shea Butter

Exceptionally moisturizing, great for dry skin
Helps to soothe irritated skin
Can promote healing and protect the skin

Tallow

The most biocompatible fat for humans- nutrient rich.
Tallow is rich in fatty acids that deeply moisturize the skin.
It cleanses without stripping the skin of its natural oils

Cocoa Butter

Provides a luxurious, creamy texture
Excellent for keeping skin soft and supple
Soothes irritated skin

Beeswax

Acts as a natural emollient, locking in moisture and forming a protective layer on the skin
Helps to create a hard, long-lasting bar of soap

If you are interested in reaping the nourishing benefits of homemade soap and don’t want to make it yourself, check out our shop where we sell 6 types of handmade soap.

If you are new to using handmade soap, you might be wondering:

Why Does handmade Soap Feel Different Than Store Bought ‘Soap’?

That is because of what our soap is made of. The feeling of nourishing oils in a cleansing bar linger on your skin compared to the stripping feeling of detergents, surfactants and acids of store bought soap.

Think of our homemade soap as a cleanser and moisturizer all in one. Buy a bar of REAL soap today!

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