We’ve been looking into soap this week at Clean and Green. When soap first became available to the masses there was only one type to use. This was usually a solid block and it would be used for washing yourself (usually around once a year), then it would be used to wash clothes, clean the floor and wash the dishes. Companies more or less still only sell the one product. Some face cleaners are nothing more than a mixture of dish detergent and water, but the marketing and packaging departments are hard at work targeting their products to particular people such as teenagers with spots or adults who like to smell nice. Some of the soaps on the market can be very hard on the natural oils on the body and can cause spots and irritations instead of getting rid of them, especially the antibacterial ones. Bubble baths can be very sore on the skin and eyes, as we tend to soak ourselves for a long time (I do anyway). The term “Natural” on the product can be misleading as well. The word usually means Nature identical, meaning that it has been produced in a laboratory. Check the soap’s ingredients and try to go for the ones with the least ingredients. The health shops have soap with natural oils and essential oils; these will be far softer on the skin. If you are soaking in the bath for long periods then just use water and wash with a flannel. You will be just as clean and wont have that dried out feeling.
Here are a few alternatives to get our skin sparkling in the sunlight.
Buy real soap from the health shop and go for ones with at least 70% vegetable oil. You can get natural products on the Internet too, just type in natural soap and see what comes up.
Check the glycerin in the soap. See that it is made from vegetables. The petrol-based glycerin actually dries your skin if it is used regularly.
Use essential oil in the bath. You can add a few drops of your favourite oil and a few tablespoons of milk. The fat in the milk will cause the oil to spread all over the surface of the water.
Epsom salts in the bath. Get a large bag from the chemist, as it will be a fraction of the cost of the manufactured products. Add essential oil again to make a relaxing bath product.
Take an herbal bath. Make a strong infusion of your favourite herbs and pour this into the bath. Some to recommend are lavender, chamomile, peppermint and don’t forget the sleep inducing comfrey at the end of the day.
BATH BOMBS
These are always good for a giggle. Mix together 3 tablespoons of bicarbonate of soda with 11/2 tablespoons of citric acid (available from chemists) in a bowl. Add 8-10 drops of your favourite essential oil. Drip a small teaspoon of water into the bowl and mix everything together. This should make one large bath bomb. You can press it into a ball or use a container to form other shapes.
Store in a plastic bag if your not using it straight away. When you want to put a bit of fizz into your life just throw it into a hot bath!
Verdict: We find that if you use the bomb straight away then it fizzes really well. The fizz seems to go after a bit so you might have to play around with the amount of added water if you are going to keep them or give them away as presents.
Make a wash bag with herbs. Cut off the foot of an old pair of tights. Fill the pocket with a handful of oatmeal and soothing herbs such as lavender then put in 2 tablespoons of finely ground almonds. Tie a knot in the end and it can be used straight away as a fine bath or shower wash. The creamy, soap free liquid that is produced will get you sparkling in the moonlight. It is especially soft for babies and people with dry and sensitive skin.
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Here are a few alternatives to get our skin sparkling in the sunlight.
Buy real soap from the health shop and go for ones with at least 70% vegetable oil. You can get natural products on the Internet too, just type in natural soap and see what comes up.
Check the glycerin in the soap. See that it is made from vegetables. The petrol-based glycerin actually dries your skin if it is used regularly.
Use essential oil in the bath. You can add a few drops of your favourite oil and a few tablespoons of milk. The fat in the milk will cause the oil to spread all over the surface of the water.
Epsom salts in the bath. Get a large bag from the chemist, as it will be a fraction of the cost of the manufactured products. Add essential oil again to make a relaxing bath product.
Take an herbal bath. Make a strong infusion of your favourite herbs and pour this into the bath. Some to recommend are lavender, chamomile, peppermint and don’t forget the sleep inducing comfrey at the end of the day.
BATH BOMBS
These are always good for a giggle. Mix together 3 tablespoons of bicarbonate of soda with 11/2 tablespoons of citric acid (available from chemists) in a bowl. Add 8-10 drops of your favourite essential oil. Drip a small teaspoon of water into the bowl and mix everything together. This should make one large bath bomb. You can press it into a ball or use a container to form other shapes.
Store in a plastic bag if your not using it straight away. When you want to put a bit of fizz into your life just throw it into a hot bath!
Verdict: We find that if you use the bomb straight away then it fizzes really well. The fizz seems to go after a bit so you might have to play around with the amount of added water if you are going to keep them or give them away as presents.
Make a wash bag with herbs. Cut off the foot of an old pair of tights. Fill the pocket with a handful of oatmeal and soothing herbs such as lavender then put in 2 tablespoons of finely ground almonds. Tie a knot in the end and it can be used straight away as a fine bath or shower wash. The creamy, soap free liquid that is produced will get you sparkling in the moonlight. It is especially soft for babies and people with dry and sensitive skin.
Household.
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