Natural Soaps vs Common Store Brand Soaps
Introduction
Soaps are one of the oldest forms of cleansing products, dating back to ancient Greece and Rome. Soap making can be broken down into its three main components, water, lye, and fats. In the saponification process, a lye solution is mixed with oil(s) to produce soap. A common misconception is that soap made with lye is dangerous and will sting your skin but this simply isn't true! Natural soaps are often full of natural moisturizers such as aloe vera or coconut oil which make them great for those with sensitive skin
Soap making can be broken down into its three main components, water, lye, and fats.
Soap making is the process of combining the fats and lye together to create soap. This is a chemical reaction called saponification. Saponification is the process by which a fat or oil reacts with lye or caustic soda (sodium hydroxide). This reaction produces glycerol and free fatty acids, which combine to form soap with water. Lather, bubbles, and suds are produced when water forms in between these molecules of fatty acids and glycerol.
Soap made from vegetable oils usually contains no sodium chloride (table salt) because it's not necessary for an effective cleaning agent. Most soaps sold in stores today are detergent bars made from synthetic ingredients such as sodium cocoate (made using coconut oil), sodium tallowate (made using beef fat), sorbitan oleate (made using palm kernel oil), etc...
In the saponification process, a lye solution is mixed with oil(s) to produce soap.
You likely have a bottle of dish soap in your kitchen, and you probably use it to clean all kinds of dishes. You might even use it to wash your hands or shower. But did you know that there are a number of quality differences between common store brand soaps, and natural soaps? The answer is yes; natural soaps are different in a variety of ways that can make them better for your skin and overall health.
In the saponification process, a lye solution is mixed with oil(s) to produce soap. This reaction is known as saponification, which creates an alkaline salt in the form of sodium hydroxide (lye) from fats (i.e., oils). The alkaline salt breaks down into water and glycerin, giving us our final product known as soap!
A common misconception is that soap made with lye is dangerous and will sting your skin.
The truth is that soap is created by combining lye with fat. The chemical reaction between the two produces soap and glycerin, which is why you can use it to wash yourself. However, lye itself is not dangerous; it's what you do with it that determines whether or not your skin will be irritated.
If you see an ingredient called 'lye' on a bar of soap and think twice about buying it based on fear alone, know that there are plenty of reputable brands out there (like Dr. Bronner’s) who use this natural compound as part of their recipe—and they come in all kinds of shapes and sizes!
Natural soaps are often full of natural moisturizers, aloe vera, coconut oil etc.
Natural soaps are often full of natural moisturizers, aloe vera, coconut oil etc. These ingredients help to cleanse the skin and also help to moisturize it. The most important ingredient is glycerin which provides your body with great lubrication for your dry skin. Your dry skin cells will receive an abundance of moisture from these natural soaps; this helps prevent dryness as well as being able to heal any existing damage caused by over-washing or other harsh cleansers that strip away all of your natural oils.
Detergents are not soap, they are chemicals that perform a similar function anyway.
Detergents are not soap, they are chemicals that perform a similar function anyway. When detergent companies began selling their products in supermarkets, the price went down and sales soared. However, in terms of safety and effectiveness, people using detergent instead of soap should not expect any advantages over those who use common store brand soaps made with real ingredients like castile soap or olive oil.
Detergents can be drying to your skin because they contain harsh chemicals that strip away oils from your pores. These oils help keep you from sweating excessively or having dry skin patches on different parts of your body throughout the day (or night).
The nature of detergents is such that they are harsh and drying to your skin
The nature of detergents is such that they are harsh and drying to your skin. Not only that, but many store brand soaps contain detergents as well. This means no matter what brand you choose, it’s likely you’re still using a chemical that can strip the natural oils from your skin and hair.
Store produced soaps do not offer the same quality as natural soaps
Store-bought soaps are not as good for your skin as natural soaps.
Store-bought soaps have been highly processed and do not contain the same nutrients that natural products do. They also contain chemicals, fragrances and other additives that can be harmful to your health. It is especially important to avoid store bought products if you have sensitive skin or allergies, because these additional ingredients can cause irritation or inflammation which may lead to further problems down the road. If you have never tried using natural soap before but would like to start now then I recommend trying out a few different types until you find one that works well with your own personal needs!
Conclusion
It is important to remember that store-bought soaps are not the same as natural soaps. Natural soaps offer a great alternative to store-bought detergents and shampoos because they are made from natural ingredients like coconut oil, lye, and palm kernel oil. They also contain essential oils which help moisturize your skin and make it feel fresh after use. The best part about natural soaps is that they don't contain any chemicals or additives! We hope you've enjoyed learning about all these wonderful benefits about using natural soaps instead of common detergents like Ivory dish detergent or Dial liquid hand soap--now go get some for yourself!
