3 Top Questions I Am Asked About My Soap
I've been making soaps for a number of years and have been asked a lot of questions about it.
Here are the top 3 questions I am asked about my soaps.
- What ingredients do you use in your handmade soap?
- How does handmade soap differ from commercially produced soap?
- Can your handmade soap help with skin conditions such as dryness or acne?
1. What ingredients do you use in your handmade soap?
I use natural ingredients when I make my soaps. I was influenced to do so as 2 of my 3 children had eczema and I wanted to find ingredients which would care for their skin. I therefore use products which are skin loving, hydrating and moisturizing.
My favourite ingredients to use are coconut oil, avocado oil, shea butter and olive oil. These oils and butters hydrate the skin and lock in the moisture. They are renowned for being soothing and calming.
2. How does soap differ from commercially produced soaps?
A soap maker who makes soaps from home, will get the best natural ingredients to make skin loving, preservative free and cruelty free soaps. They do not contain chemicals. Each bar is uniquely made with love and devotion.
Commercial soaps are mass produced and are more than likely to include preservatives to ensure that they have a longer shelf life. They occasionally contain chemicals which dry out the skin.
3. Can your handmade soap help with skin conditions such as dryness or acne?
As a general rule, I cannot give medical advice as I am not a doctor. However, I can say that the ingredients used within the recipes are renowned for hydrating and moisturizing the skin. There are natural ingredients such as tea tree oil and charcoal which when combined calm and soothe the skin.
I hope you found this information useful.
Please share it with someone who you know is concerned about the ingredients used in their skincare.
You might also want to pop over to The Mel's Little Luxuries Website to see the range of natural soaps and bodycare.
Why Chocolate Is Great For Your Skin!
Ok, who thinks chocolate is bad for you?
Not only does it taste amazing, but did you know Chocolate Is Great For Your Skin too?
Here are some amazing qualities of chocolate for the skin:
- Chocolate is abundant with flavonoids which possess antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This provides wonderful protection for the skin against sun damage. It is a beautiful natural sunscreen.
- Another reason Chocolate Is Great For Your Skin is that it is rich in vitamins and minerals which when absorbed into the skin, leave it gorgeously nourished.
- The combination of the minerals and vitamins with the flavonoids combats the free radicals in the environment, which means that Chocolate Is Great For Your Skin because it protects your skin from the premature signs of ageing.
- Cocoa powder is an excellent gentle exfoliant improving blood circulation to the skin which helps it to look vibrant with a healthy glow. This is particularly helpful with acne prone skin
- Cocoa powder contains caffeine and theobromine which are super helpful in firming the skin and break down fats and reduce fluid retention in the skin clear cellulite and tighten the skin
Still think chocolate is bad for you? When you eat it, chocolate isn’t great for the waistline, but that doesn’t mean you need to avoid it altogether. Because Chocolate really Is Great For Your Skin!
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10 Simple Wrinkle Erasers
Aging of the skin is a natural process by which the collagen and elastin, that keep our skin looking firm and youthful, begin to decline, this results in wrinkles. Cell production and cell quality also diminish over time resulting in wrinkles.
These factors unfortunately are out of our control, though diet and supplements can slow down the process, it will not stop it.
The influences that are within our control are largely environmental such as pollution (e.g., smoking) and sun damage.
Here are 10 easy ways to reduce wrinkles and slow down the aging process:-
- Stop smoking (It’s #1 for a reason)
- Always wear sunscreen whether it’s cloudy or sunny and don’t sunbake.
- Hydrate your skin by drinking about 8 glasses of water a day.
- Use skincare products that contain antioxidants and AHA's.
- Moisturize the skin on your face twice daily.
- Reduce stress. (Try reading, exercising, meditating) 15 minutes a day is a good start.
- Reduce alcohol consumption. Overindulging can put enormous strain on your system and will accelerate wrinkles forming.
- Eat healthily by incorporating plenty of fruits and vegetables in your daily diet.
- Sleep at least 8 hours every night.
- Eat fish three times a week. Great for the skin and general health.
Love your skin!
How To Get Beautifully Hydrated Skin
