Soap Ingredients

Benefits of Oils and Fats Used in Paloma's All Natural Goat Milk Soaps

Full Cream All Natural Goats Milk: Goat's milk is a natural emollient that helps soothe and moisturize the skin. It contains Vitamins A, B6, B12 and E. Goat's milk has three times more beta-casein than cow's milk, which are easily absorbed into the skin and allow for quick hydration of dry skin. The content of triglycerides, capric, caprylic and caproic acid helps balance the skin's natural pH and promotes natural exfoliation of dry skin. And Goat's Milk makes a lovely, creamy, moisturizing bar that is in demand the world over!

Coconut Oil: Conditioning oil that makes a hard bar with lots of sudsy lather, it contains a high concentration of Lauric acid, which absorbs readily into your skin leaving it silky smooth with no greasy feel.

Olive Oil: Renowned conditioning oil with chemical properties similar to the fats (lipids) in human skin, vitamin-rich olive oil has been used since Biblical times to soothe and heal the skin.

Palm Oil: An anti-oxidant-rich luxury oil that is high in a potent form of Vitamin E, (PVE) proven in research to have significantly greater potency than alpha-tocopherol (Vitamin E) to induce an increase in free radical-scavenging enzyme activity and play a protective role in cellular aging.

Sweet Almond Oil: A great moisturizer for all skin types with excellent emollient qualities to help the skin balance the absorption and loss of moisture that occurs each day. It, promotes a clear, younger looking complexion as it soothes, softens and conditions the skin. It is rich in essential fatty acids and Vitamins A, B1, B2, B6 and E. A recommended oil for those with eczema, psoriasis and itchy, dry and inflamed skin, as well.

Avocado Oil: An extremely deep penetrating fruit oil rich in Vitamins A, D and E, lecithin, as well as potassium - the mineral necessary for maintaining youthful skin. High in sterolins, reputed to reduce age spots, help heal sun damage and scars. Great for those with wind or sun damaged skin, it is extremely moisturizing and nourishing, assisting in the regeneration and rejuvenation of dry, tired skin. Studies show that avocado oil increases the amount of collagen in the skin and is easily absorbed into deep tissue. It is also very useful for those suffering from eczema or psoriasis.

Jojoba Oil: Used for skin and hair care for hundreds of years, jojoba nut oil comes from the fruit of a plant found in the deserts of the Southwest US and Mexico. The oil is similar in chemical structure to our own sebum, secreted by our sebaceous glands and helps to lubricate and protect our skin and hair. It acts as a humectant by creating a protective film over skin and hair shaft that seals in moisture. Non-greasy and penetrates quickly to reduce moisture loss. Perfect for any skin type, especially those with oily skin and large pores, it dissolves clogged pores and returns skin to natural pH balance. Helps lighten and heal scars.

Hazelnut Kernal Oil: Similar to Olive Oil in composition and therefore its characteristics, Hazelnut Oil has a solid reputation for treatment of dry, damaged skin by virtue of its essential fatty acids, vitamins, minerals and proteins that soothe, nourish and moisturize, penetrating without leaving a greasy feel. It has been found through studies to filter the UV rays of the sun and has been commonly been used in tanning lotions. We use it in our shampoo bar for that reason.

Shea Butter: Known as much for its ability to restore elasticity to dry, aging skin and hair as its renowned moisturizing and emollient qualities, this luxurious nut butter is safe for babies, children and adults. It's high Vitamin A and E content and natural UV shielding abilities make it a natural for all skin and hair care needs. It has many other qualities, including as an anti-inflammatory which helps in fading scars and lessening the dryness and irritation of psoriasis and eczema, burns, rashes and severely dry skin.

Castor Seed Oil: Protects against harsh environmental conditions, it is rich in fatty acids that soothe and lubricate. It is a humectant that attracts and holds moisture to the skin and hair and creates a great lather.

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