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Information About Our Base Soap Ingredients

We have a wonderful assortment of base soap ingredients available to use within our soap products and we like using them all! Lucky for you, unless you specifically request a specific base soap and a specific scented oil, the products you receive in your orders will actually include an assortment of ingredients we have on hand at the time of your order. If an order is placed with lead time, we can create your very own custom soaps that only use the base ingredients and scented oils you choose.

What makes base soaps different?

Let's review some information about the base soap ingredients we use to make our products.
What is a soap base? A soap base is the main ingredient in soap making. It is made by combining oils or fats with lye, a strong alkali. The lye reacts with the oils or fats to form soap and glycerin.
What are the different types of soap bases? There are many different types of soap bases available, each with its own unique properties.
The first distinct characteristic is whether a soap is a clear base or a white base.

Clear Base Soaps

Clear-based soaps are made with liquid oils, such as coconut oil, olive oil, and palm oil. These oils are clear and transparent, so they give the soap a clear appearance.

White Base Soaps

White-based soaps are made with solid oils, such as shea butter, cocoa butter, and tallow. These oils are opaque, so they give the soap a white appearance.

The next distinction is the origin of the soap ingredient, such as the following types of base soaps:

Honey Base

This base is made with honey, which has antibacterial and moisturizing properties.

Triple Shea Butter Base:

This base is made with a high concentration of shea butter, which is known for its moisturizing properties. It is ideal for dry or sensitive skin.

Olive Oil Base

This base is made with olive oil, which is a natural emollient and antioxidant. It is gentle on the skin and helps to protect it from damage.

Oatmeal Base

This type of soap contains oatmeal as an ingredient. Oatmeal is a natural emollient and exfoliant, so it can help to cleanse and soothe the skin. It is also a good choice for people with sensitive skin, as it is less likely to cause skin irritation.

Glycerin Base

This base is made with glycerin, a natural humectant that helps to keep the skin hydrated. It is ideal for all skin types.

Goat's Milk Base

This base is made with goat's milk, which is known for its soothing properties. It is ideal for sensitive skin.

What should you look for in a soap base?

When choosing a soap base, there are a few things to keep in mind:
First, is your skin type: Choose a base that is suitable for your skin type. For example, if you have dry skin, choose a base that is moisturizing.
Next, is the desired properties. Consider the properties you want your soap to have. For example, if you want a soap that is antibacterial, choose a base that contains honey or tea tree oil.
Last, is the fragrance. If you want your soap to have a fragrance, choose a base that is scented.

We hope with this information, you now have a better understanding of the different ingredients in soap and qualities of each soap base. We are excited for you to try them with our products.

More Information

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