Properties of ingredients
Here are the benefits of the main ingredients used to make soaps and other products.
The oils
Olive oil
Antioxidant, emollient and rich, it nourishes the skin in depth and protects against the harmful effects of time and the sun. Very gentle and soothing, it is suitable for the most sensitive skin.
Sunflower oil
Nourishing, softening and smoothing. It is also rich in vitamin E.
Shea butter
Extremely rich in unsaponifiables and vitamins, it softens and rebuilds the skin. Its fatty acid composition gives it incredible moisturizing and nourishing properties.
Cocoa butter
A powerful antioxidant, cocoa butter is the ideal butter to combat the harmful effects of time. It restores elasticity and tone to the skin. Nourishing and protective, it brings softness and voluptuousness to all skin types.
Coconut oil
Very rich in saturated fats, it increases the foaming power of soaps. It is also moisturizing, softening and emollient.
Beeswax
Useful in the making of balms and deodorants, it is also used to soften and harden soaps. Beeswax is a humectant and emollient agent.
Castor oil
This oil relieves skin conditions through its softening and healing action. In soap making, it produces a creamy foam and brings great softness to the soap.
Sesame oil
Rich in essential fatty acids, it is restructuring and allows better hydration of the skin. Softening and softening power.
Coffee butter
This butter is rich in antioxidants, lecithin and vitamin E. It softens and moisturizes the skin.
Mango butter
Emollient, it retains the skin's moisture. Softening, smoothing and regenerating.
Rice bran oil
This oil prevents and fights against skin aging thanks to its complex of antioxidant and anti-free radical molecules. It is also known for activating microcirculation.
Wheat germ oil
Rich in omega 6 and vitamin E, it is nourishing, rich and emollient. It is used for the care of dry and very dry skin.
Hemp oil
Perfect balance between acids 6 and 3, its high content of rare essential fatty acids and polyunsaturated fatty acids make it an exceptional oil. It restores softness and elasticity to the skin and fights against dehydration.
Avocado oil
Softening, protective and very gentle, it restores elasticity and comfort to the skin. It provides foaming power and smoothness to soaps.
Almond oil
Very gentle, emollient, softening and strengthening. It is used on dry, fragile and delicate skin.
Plants, herbs, nuts and vegetables, clays
Spearmint leaves
Known for its antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It gives a refreshing effect and can help reduce fatigue.
Goat milk powder
Recognized as a source of natural hydration, goat's milk powder softens and nourishes the skin.
Cocoa powder
Cocoa powder is rich in vitamins and minerals. It contributes to the hydration of the skin and tones the tissues.
Lavender flowers
Used in soaps, it gives an exfoliating power. Otherwise, they have a relaxing and calming effect.
Ground coffee
The use of ground coffee in soaps gives them an exfoliating effect. Ground coffee is also useful for removing stubborn odors (garlic, onion, etc.) and for removing stains from hands.
Pink clay
Pink clay is the softest of all clays. It is very gentle, purifying and soothing. It is used on dull, tired and reactive skin.
Lawyer
Many writings mention the use of the plant by the Aztec populations who used the flesh of the fruit to protect their skin from drying winds.
Vanilla bean
Sweet vanilla scent, it is used as an exfoliant in soaps.
Algae powder
Seaweed is rich in vitamins and minerals. It has the ability to draw out toxins and impurities while adding nutrients and benefits to the skin.
Green clay
It is used for its absorbent, healing, calming and purifying properties. Useful in cases of inflammation and for the care of combination to oily skin.
Poppy seeds
Used in soaps for its exfoliating power.
Almond powders
Gives exfoliating power to soaps and leaves the skin soft and satiny.
Iris Root Powder
Very gentle exfoliant, also serves as a perfume fixative.
Green tea
Great source of antioxidant, helps counteract the effects of time.
Baking soda
Useful in making bath bombs, baking soda softens, deodorizes, soothes and absorbs impurities from the skin.
Citric acid
An excellent antioxidant, it is used in the making of bath bombs.
Epsom salt
High in minerals, it has anti-inflammatory properties. Used in baths, it draws toxins from the body, calms and relaxes.