The many advantages of a natural soap!

from Mara Wulkan October 6, 2021

Soap? Wasn't it that solid bar that your grandmother used and which has actually long since gone out of fashion? Many good old traditions are making a comeback and solid soap is one of today's trends. Available in numerous fragrances and with high-quality properties, they not only provide optimum care, but are also sustainable and extremely economical!

What is a natural soap?

There is a big difference between soap and natural soap. While soaps are made on the basis of industrial substances and sometimes even contain harmful ingredients such as microplastics, natural soaps are free of these and are made on a natural basis. They combine nature's best active ingredients in one bar of soap and thus provide the best possible care.

The tradition of natural soap goes back longer than we think. Even the ancient Romans used homemade natural soaps for personal hygiene. For a long time, classic soap fell into oblivion and natural soap was only available in special organic markets, if at all. This is different today, as availability is increasing due to growing demand.

We at Feuerstein also rely on the power of nature with our Natural Shower Soap . Our handmade soap bar has a pure weight of 100 grams and is made exclusively from natural ingredients. It is ideal for use on acne, but is also suitable for daily cleansing of the body, hands and face.

With its gentle scent of lemon balm and wild rose, our natural soap releases a wonderful aroma when used and forms an incomparably creamy lather. The valuable and beneficial healing clay cleanses your skin deep into the pores. The main active ingredients in our product are olive oil, healing clay, coconut oil and moisturizing shea butter!

Are natural soaps better?

Many classic shampoos, soaps and shower gels contain ingredients that can have a damaging effect on the skin barrier. This has been proven in tests by Ökotest, among others. If you suffer from sensitive skin or would like to use natural cosmetics, natural soaps are the ideal choice for you. These are made from natural ingredients that are often organically grown. With a natural soap, you not only flatter your skin and ensure deep pore cleansing, but also support nature at the same time.

The benefits of a natural soap

Not only in terms of skin care, but also in terms of animal welfare, it is valuable if you rely on natural soap. We at Feuerstein produce our natural soap completely vegan. You can use the healing clay soap for acne and blemished skin, but also for normal or sensitive skin.

Chemical-free soaps are not only available for the skin, but also for the hair. The trend is clearly towards hair soap, a solid washing bar for the hair that produces foam on contact with water. You will soon find a high-quality hair soap on offer at Feuerstein. These products can be used in a more sustainable and economical way. If you want to get creative, you can also make your own hair soaps. If, on the other hand, you are looking for expertise, you are welcome to take advantage of our offer. With our soap production from Switzerland, we offer you high-quality luxury cosmetics that pamper you just as much as you deserve.

The benefits of natural soap at a glance:

Natural soap is less aggressive and does not dry out the skin. It provides a moisturizing protective layer and is ideal for allergy sufferers and sensitive skin.
Natural soap is easy to transport and is the ideal travel companion. It hardly takes up any space and can even be used on the go.
Natural soap is a real all-rounder. It is not only available for washing hands, but also for body care, as a shampoo or for the sensitive face.
Natural soap does not require any environmentally harmful packaging material and is therefore sustainable and ecologically valuable.
Natural soap contains no preservatives and is free from chemical additives and harmful ingredients. The skin barrier is protected in a natural way.
Natural soap is sustainable and much more economical than liquid soap and other cleaning agents.

Making soaps yourself - a sensible trend?

How complicated is it to make natural soap? Is making soap yourself really fun? Questions upon questions about one of the most exciting topics in the bathroom! The answer right away: you can easily make your own soaps and make wonderful gifts for your friends at your next birthday party. The art of soap boiling is not as complex as is often assumed. As you can rely on pure natural materials for production and avoid chemical additives, you can experiment in your own private soap laboratory without hesitation.

Exciting soap recipes for making soap at home

Would you like to create a unique gift or simply fancy a little creativity? Then you can easily make your own natural soap. Traditional soap boiling involves using lye, but this substance is simply too dangerous to use at home. We have a wonderful recipe for you that allows you to make wonderfully fragrant natural soaps and give them as gifts to your loved ones without any risks or complicated steps.

You will need these ingredients:

Natural, essential oils in the desired fragrance
100 g soap flakes (raw soap)
Two bowls to create a water bath

How to make your own soap:

Prepare a water bath and melt the soap flakes over it.
Use the desired essential oil to give the soap the desired fragrance. You can also use fresh herbs, food coloring, dried flowers and other natural ingredients to give your bar of soap a special look. Simply add the desired ingredients to the melted soap in the bowl.
Now pour the well-mixed raw mixture into a heat-resistant container or into soap molds. Tip: Silicone baking molds or silicone ice cube molds are very suitable for pouring natural soap.
Allow the soap to harden and then remove the mold. Give the soap at least 24 hours, preferably 48 hours, to harden completely. Now wrap a decorative ribbon around it and your natural soap is ready.

Whether from our soap production or your own personal production at home: natural soap is a new trend that is spreading more and more through households. Your skin will thank you, because natural soap provides gentle care.