When it comes to dry skin, many people think of just moisturising. However, choosing the right soap is crucial to reduce or eliminate dry skin altogther. Natural handmade soaps are a popular choice for those looking to avoid harsh cleansing, drying chemicals and artificial ingredients. But with so many options available, how do you know which one is best for your dry skin?
Look for Moisturizing Oils
The best natural handmade soaps for dry skin will contain moisturizing ingredients in their base oil content. Moisturising oils in soaps are oils like olive oil, sunflower oil, sweet almond oil, argan oil and grapeseed oil amongst others. These ingredients help to moisturise and hydrate the skin and will not dry out the skin.
At Tsuki Soap, our liquid and bar soaps are all made using a majority of soft, moisturising oils like olive oil, sweet almond oil, sunflower oil, castor oil and rice bran oil. This formula makes our soaps very gentle and mild on the skin.
Avoid Harsh Chemicals
When choosing a natural handmade soap for dry skin, it's important to avoid harsh chemicals that can strip the skin of its natural oils. Look for soaps that are free of detergents, sulfates, parabens, and artificial perfumes and fragrances.
Consider Other Moisturising Ingredients
Other moisturising ingredients that can be added to natural handmade soaps, especially bar soaps, include milks - cow or goat are popular options, nut milks like oat or coconut milk, oatmeal, honey, rice and aloe vera. These are ingredients that increase the moisturising properties of the soaps and can help dry skin too.
Tsuki Soap's natural handmade bar soaps all contain honey and oat to increase their moisturising properties.
Carefully Choose Essential Oils
Essential oils not only add a pleasant scent to natural handmade soaps but also offer additional benefits for the skin. Look for soaps that contain essential oils like lavender, rose geranium or chamomile, which can help soothe and nourish dry skin. Avoid certain essential oils that can irritate dry skin like lemon, lime, cinnamon, and clove, among others.
Choose a Gentle Formula
For dry skin, it's important to choose a natural handmade soap with a gentle formula that won't further irritate or dry out the skin.
Our natural handmade soaps here at Tsuki Soap are formulated to cleanse gently, and may result in lesser bubbles and lather, but will ensure your skin not drying out.
Read Reviews and Testimonials
Before making a purchase, take the time to read reviews and testimonials from other customers who have dry skin. Their feedback can help you determine which natural handmade soap is best suited for your skin type.
Remember to prioritize moisturising oils, avoid harsh chemicals, consider other moisturising ingredients, carefully choose essential oils, choose a gentle formula, and read reviews before making a decision.
Do consider Tsuki Soap's natural handmade liquid or bar soaps today to help with your dry skin!
