The World of Natural Soaps

The market of natural soaps is widening to include more and more people each day. There are still some people who think that natural soaps are only for those who have an ultra sensitive skin. Yes, there is nothing better than a natural soap for a person who has a sensitive skin but that does not mean that others won’t benefit from it. Natural soaps possess necessary essential oils which go into enhancing all skin textures.

There is a vast array of natural soap flavors to choose from. Tamarind, Aloe Vera, sandalwood, red wine, rosemary, mint, lemongrass, honey, mango, and chocolate- the list does not end here. It is just that all of them cannot be named in here. Natural soaps are further categorized as flower soaps, fruit soaps, herbal soaps, botanical soaps etc. Some natural soaps also act as scrubs. Take for example rice bran natural soap. The soap contains small granules of rice and bran and as such the soap as a whole works as a scrub. Likewise sesame natural soap acts as an incredible scrub. Cold pressed sesame seeds bring out a natural glow on your skin.

Just like a synthetic soap, natural soap is made from compounds but a natural soap is sans any animal fat, fragrance and detergent. It is the absence of these three ingredients that makes a natural soap have an upper edge over other commercial soaps.

Natural soaps are full of cleansing and moisturizing agents. They contain essential vitamin E extracts that help to bring out natural skin beauty. The essential plant oils contained in the natural soaps also helps to make it supple and smooth.

There are more reasons than one to use natural soaps. If you have not experienced the goodness of natural soaps till now, go and catch hold of a bar today!

Popular Herbs Used in Skin Care and Soaps

Popular Herbs Used in Skin Care and Their Benefits: Chamomile, Aloe Vera, Lavender and Rosemary

Today skin care and cosmetics are increasingly going natural. You may have heard that herbs and oils are commonly used in skin care and cosmetics; but, you may not know why or what purpose they serve. why, and what do the do? Four very common and popular herbs that are used in the form of oil or gels are chamomile, Aloe Vera, lavender, and rosemary. All provide unique benefits for the skin and body.

chamomile herb

The benefits of chamomile for the skin and body range from calming effects to healing. Recent and on-going research has identified chamomile’s specific benefits as anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and anti-allergenic. Chamomile is most often recognized as an herbal tea; however, chamomile is present in many skin care products. Chamomile’s active ingredients extracted from the flower are essential oils and flavonoids. Essential oils help to calm and relax irritated skin. Essential oils have also been found to be beneficial to treat and sooth acne prone skin. Flavonoids – or plant metabolites- are rich in anti oxidants that help the body repair and heal damaged skin, as well as fight free radicals, which create damage to bodily cells. Chamomile has few side effects and is effective and beneficial to the skin topically or if ingested.

Aloe Vera contains numerous, minerals, vitamin, enzymes, and natural sugars that help with inflammation. Aloe Vera is commonly known for its healing

aloe vera soap

properties, which explains its popular use in skin care. Aloe Vera aids in the healing of skin burns and cuts and moisturizes and softens skin. Aloe Vera is used in skin care products to help with dry sensitive skin as the plant has unique healing and soothing properties. Taken internally, Aloe Vera has been found to regulate digestion, which in turn builds healthy skin from the inside out. Aloe Vera is available as a gel, spray, lotion, juice, cream and in the form of a capsule. Aloe Vera is most commonly found in soaps, cleansers, facial masks, skin care gels or creams.

Lavender has many uses in skin care that include aiding skin repair, stimulating cell growth, reducing inflammation, preventing scarring and pigmentation, regulating oil production, and reducing pain. Lavender also works as antiseptic or antibacterial agent and is considered an essential oil. Due to its extensive benefits to the skin, lavender is often found in soaps, cleaners, or facial masks formulated to treat acne prone skin.

Rosemary can be used as an essential oil just like chamomile and lavender. Rosemary and lavender are actually found in the same herbal family. Rosemary tones

rosemary herb

the skin, helping to even out skin tone and texture, while reliving dryness. Rosemary strengthens capillaries and is good to use on aging skin. Rosemary is found in skin care cleansers, soaps, face masks, toners and creams.

There are many other herbs used in skin care and cosmetics today-most in the form of essential oils or extracts- and all can have different or positive effects on the skin and body. Herbs and oils have been used to heal for many centuries and now are being utilized for safe, natural ways to treat skin conditions and maintain a healthy complexion.

by Tiffany Oney