Rosemary Mint Shave Soap

$12.00

A very carefully formulated shave soap, providing the perfect mix of oils and butters to achieve a beautiful, thick, stiff lather. Clay powder helps slick the razor over the skin protecting from micro-cuts, while lanolin, organic seaweed powder, and a mint infusion nourish the skin, improving your complexion.

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Ingredients

  • Saponified stearic acid
  • Spring water infused with mint
  • Saponified organic unrefined coconut oil
  • Saponified sustainably harvested palm oil
  • Vegetable glycerin
  • Saponified organic castor oil
  • Saponified organic unrefined shea butter
  • Lanolin
  • Bentonite clay powder
  • Rosemary essential oil
  • Lavender essential oil
  • Peppermint essential oil
  • Organic seaweed powder

Lanolin

Lanolin is a naturally occurring wax that is secreted by the glands of sheep and other wool bearing animals that helps them shed water from their coats. Because lanolin is very similar in composition to the oils secreted by our own skin it’s able to provide a protective moisture barrier, which can help moisturize & heal even the worst dry, cracked, damaged skin. In shave soap it helps prevent skin from drying out even with repeated shavings while at the same time giving you a rich, creamy lather to help prevent nicks and razor burn.

Kaolin Clay

Kaolin clay creates the slip needed for your razor to glide smoothly over the skin, reducing nicks, cuts, and razor-burn. Bentonite clay also helps reduce inflammation & heals the skin.

Organic Seaweed Powder

Organic Seaweed Powder is a rich source of organic proteins, minerals and vitamins including vitamins B12 (not found in land plants), vitamin E, and other nutrients. When used on the skin, seaweed acts as a powerful detoxifier that draws out toxins and impurities while adding beneficial nutrients. It is said to have antioxidant properties that help to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, and it can be used to stimulate the body’s circulation which helps heal sore muscles while infusing the skin with moisture for a healthy glow. Seaweed contains fatty acids to combat skin irritation and inflammation; and may assist with skin ailments such as acne, psoriasis and eczema. Seaweed Powder is suitable for all skin types.

Organic Unrefined Shea Butter

Organic Unrefined Shea Butter “is a skin superfood that comes from the seeds of the fruit of the Shea (Karite) tree and that is naturally rich in vitamins A, E and F. It offers UV protection (it is SPF ~6) and provides the skin with essential fatty acids and the nutrients necessary for collagen production. Shea butter has been used in Africa and other countries for years to improve skin and hair.” Read More: 21 Shea Butter Benefits and Uses

Organic Unrefined Coconut Oil

Organic Unrefined Coconut Oil is used world-wide for its amazing benefits for the skin and body. From helping with stretch-marks to anti-ageing to skin softening, coconut oil is a skin superfood. Read More: Coconut Oil for Skin

Mint

Mint Infusion, Fresh Mint, & Peppermint Essential Oil can help relieve even the most severe of acne and blackheads. It also helps to soften and calm dry or itchy skin. Mint controls oiliness as it contains Vitamin A. It rejuvenates and refreshes the skin making it bright and soft. The scent helps wake up your mind and body, clear headaches and open sinuses.

Rosemary Essential Oil

Rosemary Essential Oil stimulates the senses and helps wake up the mind. It’s a deodorizer and cleanser that also helps improve circulation. “…it does have antimicrobial and antiseptic qualities that make it beneficial in efforts to eliminate eczema, dermatitis, oily skin, and acne. Topical application of the essential oil, or regular massage with the oil helps in toning your skin and removing dryness.” Read More: Health Benefits of Rosemary Oil

Peppermint Essential Oil

Peppermint Essential Oil is cooling and refreshing essential oil is used in aromatherapy to stimulate the mind, increase mental agility and to increase focus, while cooling the skin, reducing redness and calming irritation and itchiness.

What Does “Saponified” Mean?

Saponification is the chemical reaction used in the soap making process. When the oils and fats are combined with lye (a strong alkali) they are called saponified. At the end of the process the lye is all gone, and you are left with just soap. To learn more about this, have a look at my blog post on the subject.

 

About “Filler” Oils

Cheaper oils are often used as a “filler” but I don’t use them because they don’t add much nutrient value to the soap.

I don’t use palm oil in any of my products, since its production is harmful to the environment, destroying critical habitat for many endangered species, as well as being linked with the eviction of forest-dwelling peoples. Find out more here.

I only use high quality oils and butters that are filled with beneficial nutrients for the skin. Learn more about this on my blog.

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