Ingredients
Avocado Oil
Avocado oil is obtained from the avocado pulp and is used in small quantities in soap making. Avocado oil is rich in vitamins A, B, D & E and adds to the moisturising and conditioning properties of soap.
Avocado oil is obtained from the avocado pulp and is used in small quantities in soap making. Avocado oil is rich in vitamins A, B, D & E and adds to the moisturising and conditioning properties of soap.
Castor oil
Castor oil is thick and viscous and assists with hardening each bar of soap when added in small quantities. Castor oil is produced from the seeds of the castor oil plant and adds moistening properties to soap.
Coco Butter
Coco butter is obtained from the cacao bean and contributes to the moisturising properties of soap whilst enhancing the hardness in each bar of soap.
Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is obtained from the dried coconut plant and helps produce a hard bar of soap. Coconut oil has excellent cleansing properties and when added to other oils it produces a lovely lather.
Mango Butter
Mango butter is used in small amounts to add conditioning and moisturising properties to the soap produced. Mango butter is obtained from the mango seed and is rich in fat which enhances the properties in the soap.
Olive oil
Olive oil is well known for its mild creamy lather when used in soap making. Olive oil is gentle on the skin and makes a long-lasting bar of soap whilst softening and nourishing the skin.
Palm Oil
Palm oil is obtained from the palm fruit and is used in soap making to improve the hardness of the soap and enhance the lather. Often palm oil represents 25 percent of the oils used in soap making.
Rice Bran Oil
Rice bran oil is obtained from rice grains and is used for its moisturising and conditioning properties in soap making. Rice bran oil enhances the lather in each bar of soap.
Shea Butter
Shea butter is obtained from the shea tree and used in small quantities in soap making. Numerous fatty acids and vitamins contribute to the moisturising properties of shea butter. The natural emollient contained in shea butter produces a skin softening result without contributing to a lather.
Essential Oils
Essential oils are natural oils extracted from plant-based materials. When used in small amounts essential oils produce a wonderful scent which enhances the soap produced.
Fragrance Oils
Fragrance oils are blends of natural and synthetic materials used in soap making for their wide range of fragrance options. Many fragrance oils are approved for soap making and produce a strong scent within the soap.
Oxide
Oxides are used as mineral colorants and traditionally were mined directly from the earth, however many oxides are produced in laboratories. The benefit of laboratory produced oxides is that any risk of heavy metals making their way into soap is mitigated. Oxides produce bold colors when used in soap making.
Mica
Micas are mined directly from the earth or synthetically produced in a laboratory. When added to soap they produce a shimmery color when adding very small quantities. All micas used are approved for soap making in Australia.
Clays
Natural clays are used in soap making to nourish the skin and improve circulation. Many natural clays are known for their ability to draw out toxins and impurities, leaving the skin feeling revitalised and nourished.
Sodium hydroxide
Sodium hydroxide is an essential component in soap making. The chemical reaction which occurs in soap making is termed saponification. Following the saponification process no sodium hydroxide is left remaining in the end product – soap. Glycerin is naturally produced in soap making and acts as a humectant, which retains moisture, sooths and hydrates the skin.
Soaps will last longer if allowed to dry after each use. Consider placing hard bars of soap into a soap dish with a raised area to allow for water drainage. Our soaps cure for 4 – 6 weeks before we release for sale. Older soaps may be drier and last longer if stored in open air.