1.WHAT IS COLD PROCESS SOAP?
Cold process soap is a traditional method where soap is made from the interaction of fats [Oils and butter] with an alkali [sodium hydroxide]. This reaction will give: a soap + natural glycerine. There is no Lye left in the soap at the end of this process.
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FATS [OILS AND BUTTER] + ALKALI [SODIUM HYDROXIDE] = SOAP + GLYCERINE |
The soaps are produced without being heated or rinsed, and all of the glycerine obtained remains present within the soap itself. It represents in total between 8 and 10% of the weight of the finished soap, which gives it a strong moisturizing power. It also helps to protect the hydrolipidic film (protective film of the epidermis) and avoid the feeling of tightness of the skin.
With this method, all the natural benefits of vegetable oils and plants is preserved and we obtain a very gentle soaps for the skin, with moisturising, nourishing and protective properties.
Cold saponification is an environmentally friendly manufacturing technique because it requires little energy. It is an excellent alternative for both our skin and our planet.
2. WHAT IS HOT PROCESS SOAP?
Hot saponification, as its name suggests, uses heat: the oils are heated at a very high temperature (around 100 degrees Celsius) for few days. The heat speeds up the process and makes it more profitable, but what are the consequences?
The oils, butters and plants used lose a large part of their natural properties because of the heat. The Lye does not turn completely into soap; to remove it completely, the soap is washed with salty water at the end of the manufacturing process (using a huge amount of water). This step also extracts almost all of the glycerine (harsh feeling on skin). The soap is now dried, grated and is ready for adding colour, fragrances etc…
This Method have a bigger impact on the environment and the resulting soap have no beneficial effects for the skin. In fact, they can cause problems such as allergies for many users and contains mainly chemical detergents, synthetic fragrances and preservatives.
Here the list of the common ingredients that are used in hot process (Industrial manufacturing):
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate : surfactant
Sodium Palm kernelate : Co-emulsifier, thickener, soap
Sodium Stearate : Co-emulsifier, thickener, soap
Fragrance - chemical aroma, a potential allergen.
Tetrasodium Etidronate : Chelating agent, stabiliser. A chemical that is used as a water softener in soaps to prevent soap scum.
Tetrasodium EDTA : Chelating agent. A synthetic preservative that can be irritating to the yes/mucous membranes
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891): pigment
3. TATA MYIA’S SOAPS RESPECT YOUR SKIN
At TATA MYIA, all ingredients have been carefully selected from organic farmers, ethical and whenever possible under the fair-trade cooperatives. Is made with 100% Certified Vegetable oil, butters & extract which are raw, virgin, cold pressed and unrefined. No synthetic and potentially harmful ingredients have been added to the composition.
Our soaps are ideal for sensitive and delicate skin and does not contains:
- Mineral oils, silicone, sulphates, parabens, PEG & EDTA
- Artificial preservatives, fragrances
- Irritant surfactants (SLS, SCI, ALS)
- Artificial colours
- Palm oil
- Any other chemicals or products derived from chemical processing
Because of the high content of glycerine, the soap tends to melt quicker than a soap from hot process method. So, that’s why it is very important to keep it in a dry place (a rack for example) to prevent the soap melting to quickly!
Each bar is hand-cut, the shape and appearance may differ and you won’t find two soaps exactly alike. Also, you might see some of our soap with the middle area slightly darker than the rest: That is completely fine! It’s called a partial gel phase and that’s happening especially when we are soaping in winter. The soap is perfectly fine to used it is just an aesthetic matter.
Our soaps resulting from cold saponification have multiple benefits for the skin:
. They are ultra-hydrating, thanks to their high concentration of glycerine naturally produced during cold saponification.
. They are gentle and suitable for even the most sensitive skin
. They are very nourishing and protect the hydrolipidic film of the skin for a soft and well-nourished skin every day.
. They are economical: a cold saponified soap of 110g lasts as long as a shower gel of 250ml (if keeping dry between used).
. They are environmentally friendly: Producing cold soap requires little energy
. They are multi-purpose: body, face and hands
