Modern people use many cosmetics to care for their own body, and one of the most popular is soap. Today, manufacturers produce a large number of its types, using various natural ingredients and exotic additives as the basis. Each of them has its own individual properties, which are worth familiarizing yourself with.
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Soap is the traditional and most popular choice for washing the body. This type belongs to one of the first hygiene products. According to historical data, the Gauls were the first to use such products. Today it can be found in every home, as it is regularly used for daily care behind the body.
The peculiarity of the hygiene product lies in the content of natural ingredients in the base.
They have a beneficial effect on the cells of the epidermis.
The peculiarity of high-quality soap is the content of vitamins and beneficial ingredients. Their action is aimed at improving the condition of the skin, its hydration and nutrition.
You will learn more about body soap in the following video.
Which is better: shower gel or soap?
Quite often, modern people ask themselves the question of what is better to use for body care - soap or a special cosmetic gel. In this case, it is necessary to focus on the properties and quality of each product.
It is known that body care should be carried out frequently, preferably daily.
But cosmetologists say that regular use of soap for these purposes harms the skin. That is why it is better to choose a soft gel based on the maximum amount of natural ingredients.
But with such a means you need to learn how to properly wash the body. Do not use too much gel, as this will dry out the skin.
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Today, manufacturers produce many types of soaps, each of which has individual characteristics. The most popular options include:
- moisturizing. It is based on the components essential oils and herbal extracts, the action of which is aimed at restoring the protective functions of the epidermis. When using this soap, the skin does not dry out and does not suffer from irritation;
- liquid... A popular option among buyers, suitable for daily use and an excellent replacement for shower gel;
- solid cream soap. The peculiarity of this option lies in the high content of useful components that perfectly nourish and moisturize the skin.
In addition to the above options, there are other types of hygiene products.
For dry skin, you can safely use glycerin soap. It is often based on palm and coconut oil. Thanks to this, the skin perfectly retains moisture for a long time.
One of the universal types is scrub soap. The composition of such a cosmetic product contains a large amount of abrasive natural particles. It will be an excellent choice for home body exfoliation.
Owners of problem skin should pay attention to the black remedy. Recently, this option has been very popular, but not all stores can find it. Black soap is a versatile product that is suitable not only for body care, but also for hair.
In the presence of age spots or other darkening of the skin caused by external factors, you can use a bleach. Its advantage lies in the presence of natural active ingredients that penetrate the cells and brighten certain areas on the body and face.
Recently, thick cosmetic product.
The formulations are suitable for both body and hair. The peculiarity of the product lies in the content of natural ingredients. But here it is important to choose a quality option without dyes. If thick soap has a pink or blue tint, it is better to study the composition first. Such funds are often based on synthetic additives.
For medicinal purposes, you can use antibacterial soap. These options can be found at the pharmacy. It is based on active ingredients that kill fungus and restore the skin.
Structure
Most often, high-quality soap contains natural ingredients that do not cause dryness and irritation. One of the common options is honey remedy. Thanks to the content of this component, the epidermis is restored and rejuvenated.
To care for problem skin you can use ginger soap.
It has hypoallergenic properties, helps to fight rashes and irritation on the body and face. Often this type is used to combat a common female problem - cellulite.
Sometimes soda is added to the basis of hygiene products, and is most often used as part of antifungal options. This substance prevents the development of harmful bacteria on the skin.
Manufacturers
Today, various well-known manufacturers are working on the creation of soap, which offer customers unique hygiene options made using their own technology. Recently, Japanese soap has been especially popular among girls and women. This option is difficult to obtain in a regular supermarket. The products are based on exotic ingredients that provide proper skin care and prolong its youth.
Particular attention should be paid to the Russian brand called Organic Kitchen.
One of the unique options from the product line is a refreshing scrub soap called "Apple Fizz". The thick composition is easy to apply and rinse off, perfectly restores the normal state of the skin.
For body and hair care, you can use a unique black soap from Eco Laboratorie. The brand also introduced scrubs that are used to moisturize dry skin.
Folk recipes
Quite often people are engaged in soap making at home and build a good business on it. But if you just want to create an exclusive version for yourself, you can use simple folk recipes.
As a basis, you can take baby soap (2 pcs. 90 g each). The role of additional components is played by natural oil, glycerin (2 tablespoons) and ordinary boiling water. Baby soap should be grated on a fine grater, using face protectors during the process so that particles do not get into the eyes. After that, oil and glycerin are poured into the container and placed in a steam bath.
Gradually add soap shavings to these ingredients.
All components must be thoroughly mixed using a whisk. When the mass has become homogeneous, the container can be removed from the fire.
Select other ingredients that determine the color and properties of the composition. Pour the composition into molds, having previously greased them with oil. Leave the produce to cool.
Benefit and harm
Like any cosmetic product, soap has both positive and negative qualities. Its advantages include the fact that it perfectly cleanses the skin and removes pathogenic bacteria from its surface. Most products contain alkalis, which, during washing, remove the top layers along with dirt.
But cosmetologists say that regular use of soap leads to dryness and flaking.
This is due to the content of the same alkali.
Another disadvantage of this detergent is the presence of harmful components. This applies to cheap products that can be found on the shelves of most stores.
How to choose?
When choosing the right soap for washing your body, first of all, you need to focus on your skin type. It is best to buy over-fat products. The composition of such products contains a minimum amount of free alkali, therefore, during their use, the skin does not dry out.
Natural products should be preferred. The cost for such options is higher than for funds in ordinary stores, but this is due to the laboriousness of the creation process. But the purchase of such a product gives confidence that the product contains truly natural ingredients in the form of essential oils, glycerin and plant extracts.
People with dry skin should not use traditional soap, which has a rather harsh and aggressive effect on it, provoking dryness and flaking of the epidermis. The main components of this soap are a variety of vegetable and animal fats, and its pH is about 9, which is very harmful for dry skin.
Dermatologists advise people with dry skin not to use antibacterial soap - it makes it even drier and can lead to hand eczema.
The same goes for soaps with refatted additives. Its main ingredients are lanolin, cold cream, cocoa butter and other fats, which leave an oily film on the skin but do not moisturize it. On the contrary, moisture from the air ceases to enter the skin, as a result of which dryness becomes permanent and it becomes much more difficult to get rid of it.
Choosing the right soap
Dry skin requires periodic hydration. Perfect for him clear soap, which contains glycerin and fats. It is considered the best for dry and sensitive skin, since the content of the anhydrous component in it is much less than 50%. If the skin still remains dry, dermatologists recommend purchasing medicated soap, brewed according to a special recipe.
Medicated soaps are available at the pharmacy with a prescription and are usually more expensive than their counterparts.
You can also make an excellent moisturizing soap yourself by adding a range of oils that have a great effect on dry skin. Thus, jojoba oil regenerates and restores damaged epidermis, while reducing the drying effect of soap on the skin. Rice bran oil has good moisturizing properties, which quickly relieves dryness and irritation. Grape seed oil tones and refreshes the skin, makes it elastic and elastic due to deep hydration and antioxidant effects. Mango oil protects the skin from dehydration by covering it with a hydrolipidic film and moisturizing it for a long time.
And finally, olive oil, which is considered the most popular for home skin moisturizing. It has an intense nourishing and moisturizing effect, prevents the appearance of wrinkles that quickly form on dry skin, and also gently relieves irritation from reddened areas of the epidermis.
Soap making with my own hands has long been a useful and enjoyable hobby. Firstly, your product will not contain unnecessary chemical components and reflect badly on the skin; secondly, there will always be a beautiful and unique handmade gift at hand; thirdly, if things go well, all friends, acquaintances and friends of friends will reach out to you with orders. The only thing left is to learn how to make soap with your own hands at home.
What is the difference between hand soap and factory soap?
Ordinary soap has an alkaline fatty base to which dyes, fragrances and other synthetic substances are added. Excessive amounts of chemicals on our hands result in peeling, dehydration and premature aging... And manufacturers often replace natural fats with artificial ones.
The base of homemade soap is also based on fat and alkali, but natural, and acts as additives one hundred percent natural ingredients: beeswax, coffee, herbal teas, aloe juice, oatmeal, honey, essential oils, vegetable and fruit juices. In general, everything that the imagination of your mini-soap factory is enough for. As a result, you will get not only fragrant useful product, but also a remedy for rashes, redness and irritation on the skin. Agree, there are plenty of arguments to start making soap.
Basis for making soap Now it remains to find out what you need to get started:
- Base. You can use a store-bought clear / matte soap base or regular baby soap with no additives or strong scent.
- Glycerol. The emollient and moisturizing properties of the substance have been known for a long time. In the pharmacy, the drug costs mere pennies.
- Butter. You can be original and use avocado, almond or apricot oil, or you can limit yourself to traditional sunflower oil.
- Ether. We have talked about the beneficial properties of essential oils dozens of times. Essential oil for making soap is both a favorite aroma and a therapeutic effect at the same time.
- Plain water or milk to dilute the base.
- Dyes and additives - we have already given an approximate list above.
- Soap molds - you can buy special ones, make your own, or use ordinary ones for baking cupcakes.
- You will also need a saucepan, glass bowl, and grater.
Let's get started!
Practice cooking simple soap from the remnants DIY soap from remnants at home
And the simplest thing that a beginner can do is soap made from remnants that endlessly collect on the shelf in the bathroom. It is worth practicing on them and conducting the first experiments at home soap making.
We rub all remnants on a coarse grater, put them in a metal dish and add a little water. We put on a water bath and wait until everything melts, from time to time removing the foam from the surface. To prevent bubbles from forming, do not mix the composition and turn it off before the mass boils.
We prepare the forms in advance and coat with any oil, pour over and leave to dry in a warm room. After a few hours, the workpieces are completely dry. We take them out and dry them for another two or three days.
Multicolored leftover soap Thus, you will get the most commonplace soap with your own hands, but there are more intricate recipes. For example, you can make fancy soap from the remnants.
For this we need pieces of different colors. We cut them into pieces of different sizes. First, pour the transparent base melted in a separate container into the molds. Mix the multi-colored pieces and moisten abundantly with alcohol so that they stick together. We put a stuck together multi-colored layer in a container with a base and wait for it to dry out. Cut the finished product into arbitrary pieces. Or we immediately use various forms for solidification.
DIY liquid soap
It can also be made with leftover baby soap or whatever is on hand. The recipe is extremely simple. In addition to rubbed remnants, you will need a bottle with a dispenser, lemon juice and glycerin.
Pour a little juice and a cap of glycerin into the container, then add the grated soap and fill it with hot water. Mix everything thoroughly, move it into a bottle with a dispenser and let it stand for two or three days. Shake well before use.
It doesn't cost anything to make liquid soap yourself Tip: You can also add a variety of essential oils, dyes, and dry herbs to your homemade liquid soap. And don't forget about glycerin: 1 tablespoon per 100 g of base.
DIY soap from a soap base
For a 100 gram piece, you will need:
- 100 g base
- 1 teaspoon glycerin
- 3 teaspoons of base oil
- 3 drops of essential oil
- Milk or water
- 2 drops of dye
- Filler of your choice
The basic recipe for soap making is extremely simple. Cut the soap base into pieces. We mix glycerin with base oil and send it to warm up in a water bath. When it gets hot, add a little soap base, stirring constantly. While melting, pour in a little water or milk (the latter will make the finished product less brittle). When the mass becomes similar in consistency to sour cream, dyes and essential oil can be added to it.
We pour the finished product into molds. If bubbles appear, it is recommended to sprinkle them a little with alcohol. We send the blanks to freeze in the refrigerator. Then we take it out of the molds and let it dry for another couple of days.
It is also good to add herbal extracts and herbs to home cosmetics. DIY soap at home - 10+ recipes for beginners
Lavender
- We take 80 grams of the base and divide it into two parts. This is enough to make a 100 gram piece.
- Cut the base into small pieces and send to melt in a water bath, stirring constantly.
- We divide into two parts. Add a little milk powder to one and mix thoroughly.
- We continue to cook in different pans. Pour 15 ml of almond oil and 3 drops of lavender essential oil into each.
- We dilute the transparent mixture with violet dye. Leave the mixture with milk unchanged.
- Put a branch of a dry plant on the bottom of the mold, fill it with a part of the transparent base. When it dries a little, pour in a little white part. We alternate layers until the mass ends.
- Before making a new layer, each already finished part should be slightly scratched with a toothpick and sprinkled with alcohol to improve the adhesion.
- Leave the mixture to harden, then remove it from the molds.
- Our fragrant gift soap is ready.
Lavender soap Coffee soap scrub
Such a soap with your own hands will turn out not only beautiful, but also functional - it will help cleanse the skin and exfoliate keratinized particles. As an additional ingredient, you can add 2 tbsp. l. sea salt... The recipe is pretty simple.
You will need:
- One baby soap or 80 g base
- 2 tbsp. l. coffee grounds
- 50 ml milk
- 1 tbsp. l. ground cinnamon
- 5 drops of grape seed oil
Coffee scrub Rub the soap on a grater. We prepare a water bath and melt our workpiece on it. Pour in hot milk - it will soften the final product.
On average, the melting process will take about half an hour. Do not forget to stir constantly while doing this. At the end, we introduce the rest of the components.
Pour the resulting workpiece into a mold and send it to freeze in the refrigerator. These ingredients are enough for two impressive pieces that you can use every day while taking a shower.
Honey-creamy
Life Reactor has already talked about the benefits of honey many times, including for the skin - it is an antioxidant, a source of nutrition, and a means of fighting cellulite.
The benefits of honey for the skin can be legendary So, we take:
- 100 g base or baby soap
- 0.5 tsp vanilla
- 1 tsp wheat germ oils
- 5 drops of vitamin A
- 2-3 st. l. cream
The cooking process itself is no different from the recipes described above.
Honey oat scrub
You can also make a scrub with honey, and use oatmeal as a base. To make the scrubbing particles smaller, pass them through a meat grinder or blender.
Honey oat scrub You will need:
- 100 g base
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tbsp. l. oatmeal
- 0.5 tbsp. l. olive oil
Tip: A moisturizing soap for dry skin can be made by adding aloe juice and glycerin to a traditional base.
Herbal soap
You will need:
- 100 g of soap base and baby soap
- 1 tsp chamomile
- 1 tsp St. John's wort
- 1 tsp horsetail
- 1 tsp essential oil of choice
- 0.5 tbsp. l. glycerin
- 1 tbsp. l. olive oil
Healing herbal soap By its composition, you have already understood that such a soap will be therapeutic - to nourish, dry and soothe the skin. And if you feel like scrubbing, you can add a spoonful of chopped herbs at the end.
At the first stage, we prepare a decoction of medicinal plants. Pour 200 ml of boiling water over the herbs and let it brew.
Then melt the soap base and mix with all the ingredients, including the decoction. Pour into molds and allow to harden.
Diy tar soap
Everyone knows that this type of soap has proven itself well in the fight against skin diseases: psoriasis, dandruff, deprive. Of course, it is easier to just buy a product at a pharmacy or a store, but by welding it at home, you will surely be sure of the quality.
Homemade tar soap You will need:
- 10 ml of tar
- 5 drops of essential oil of your choice
- 0.5 m. L. honey
The cooking recipe does not differ from the traditional one. Leave the finished soap to harden for three days.
Tip: You can use harmless food coloring to paint over a transparent base. Dry ones have a very concentrated base, so they must first be diluted in a small amount of water.
Peach Rose Petal Soap
Useful in case you can't choose a gift for your girlfriend. Surely she will appreciate the creativity.
With rose petals You will need:
- 100 g base
- 5 drops of peach ether (can be substituted for the scent of your liking)
- 5 drops of rose essential oil
- Yellow or pink dye
- The actual rose petals
We cook the soap according to the traditional recipe. Add the dye and other components to the melted base. Pour a thin layer into the mold, put the rose petals, fill in the second layer of the mass. We repeat the procedure until the workpiece is finished and leave to cool.
Cucumber antiseptic
Such a homemade cosmetic will help you forget about peeling and dry skin for a long time, and for a scent you can add a little dry ground basil.
Cucumber antiseptic You will need:
- 100 g baby soap or base
- Juice of 1-2 cucumbers
- 1 tbsp. l. olive oil
- 1 tbsp. l. dry ground basil
- 3 drops of any essential oil
And you already know the recipe.
Lemon
Will be the perfect cleanser for women who have oily skin prone to rashes. The soap will dry, remove excess fat and tone. You won't even need flavorings - lemon itself is enough.
Lemon soap You will need:
- 100 g base
- 1 tbsp. l. lemon peel
- One-third teaspoon of grape seed oil
- 5 drops of lemon essential oil, optional
- 0.5 tsp honey
- Yellow food coloring
Green tea soap
It will be great for refreshing and toning up in the summer. Let us also recall the antioxidant properties of green tea. Alas, the tea leaves will not give a rich emerald color, so you cannot do without a couple of drops of food coloring. You can also add a few tea leaves to the melted base for beauty.
With green tea You will need:
- 100 g base
- 1 tbsp. l. strongly brewed green tea
- Dry tea leaves for decoration
- 7 drops of avocado oil
- 2 drops of peppermint essential oil
- 2-3 drops of green food coloring
Advice: if you don't have any food colors or essential oils at hand, you can always replace them with others or find a more suitable recipe, because soap making is creativity!
Finding soap for dry skin is one of the most challenging tasks in care. Our skin requires constant attention, reacts to. She has a feeling of tightness. Wrinkles appear on it. Therefore, it is extremely important to maintain a normal moisture level.
Dry skin type differs from the rest by the weak activity of the sebaceous glands. As a result, sebum is not produced actively enough, which leads to a loss of moisture.
A person is haunted by a constant feeling of tightness. It is especially intensified in rooms with dehydrated air and outdoors during frost.
Based on these characteristics, you need to choose a soap that moisturizes the skin. It will help maintain the protective layer. But modern products of the soap industry are created from an aggressive alkaline base. It is possible to protect yourself from constant drying out subject to careful selection of the composition of the product.
Hazardous Ingredients
The main recommendation when choosing a soap for dry skin is the use of liquid formulations. They are based on polyunsaturated fatty acids. Such acids are more easily washed off the surface without leaving a film on it that would aggressively act on the epidermis.
The exception is products with the addition of moisturizers, lotions. Such products usually foam worse, but they have a softer effect on the dried surface of the dermis.
There are several dangerous ingredients used in moisturizers. Their use has a temporary effect or further exacerbates the situation.
- Glycerol... Trihydric alcohol, which creates a film on the surface of the epidermis. It is this that is usually touted as retaining moisture. It has the ability to attract water molecules. This gives a feeling of hydration, comfort after using products with glycerin. It is worth noting that with dry indoor air, the film will attract water from deep layers. And this already leads to desiccation, peeling, exacerbating the situation.
- Petrolatum... This component is a by-product of the oil industry. Its distinctive feature is the ability to form a dense film. It clogs pores, interferes with normal skin gas exchange.
- Mineral oil and paraffin... They have a similar effect to petroleum jelly.
- Sodium lauryl sulfate... The most advertised dangerous ingredient, which is an aggressive surfactant and quickly dissolves the protective layer of the dermis. In case of dehydration, it is recommended to use sulfate-free products.
Knowing which ingredients dry out the epidermis, you can easily find a soap for dry skin of the body and face.
Useful components
Increasingly, buyers prefer natural cosmetics... DIY soap for dry skin can be not only good remedy self-care, but also an interesting gift.
There are several basic ingredients that are used in the dehydrated type. They help to restore the hydrolipid layer, the level of moisture.
- Chamomile extract... Chamomile is a natural antibiotic. It not only helps in moisturizing, but also prevents inflammation and activates natural defenses.
- Honey... Nourishes and moisturizes. Has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, softening effect. Not suitable for allergy sufferers.
- Aloe... Natural antiseptic and moisturizer. Promotes rapid healing of injuries, restoration of water balance.
- Jojoba oil... Light oil that restores the protective layer. It is quickly absorbed, does not interfere with skin respiration. Does not cause acne.
- Cacao butter... Intensively nourishes and softens the epidermis. Helps protect against negative influences.
- Milk or cream... Gently nourishes and protects the surface of the dermis. It is used to restore dehydrated, withering type. Perfect for use in cold weather, as it actively softens the aggressive effects of surfactants.
Finding a soap for dry skin is easy enough. Knowing which components in the composition you need to pay attention to, you can purchase a quality product that will make care easier and more enjoyable.
I use soap to wash my face every morning and evening, so its quality is an important criterion for me! I have been using Dove soap for a long time, but I bought it hypoallergenic for the first time. And I am completely satisfied with it!
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Product description:
Dove Cream Soap is specially formulated for sensitive skin that requires special care. Hypoallergenic.
Free of potential allergens and fragrances, dermatologically and ophthalmologically tested on sensitive skin.
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Packaging:
Standard cardboard box of soap Dove.
Smell:
When I first opened the package, I didn't like it at all! The first reaction was: "Fu!" It seemed to me that it smells like ointment or glycerin. But when used, this smell disappears, only a barely perceptible aroma of the cream remains.
MY OPINION:
I really liked the soap. I don't use facial cleansers, I don't understand them. My skin is not friendly with them at all! Reacts and protests violently. And most of the soap products of the market masses mercilessly dries the skin. I have been using Dove soap for a long time, I trust it and love it very much. Dove hypoallergenic soap is my ideal! It does not dry out or tighten the skin. After washing, the face remains soft and moisturized, you want to touch it. Does not provoke rashes, for which many thanks to him! It is pleasant to use it, when you lather, hands feel that this is not ordinary soap.
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STRUCTURE: Sodium Lauroyl Isethionate, Stearic Acid, Sodium Palmitate, Aqua, Lauric Acid, Sodium Isethionate, Sodium Stearate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Palm Kernelate, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Zinc Oxyde, Tetrasodium EDTA, Tetrasodium Etidronate.
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Price:
64 rubles for 135g.
