Liquid soap

Earlier soap making was a process by which manufacturers created solid bars from a cleaning mass. Over time, they learned to add various valuable components to it, which, in addition to the cleansing properties, endowed it with caring and nourishing. Nowadays, much popularity has received liquid soap in special bottles with a dispenser, which is more hygienic and convenient to use, and also manufactured using components that cause less harm to the skin and the body as a whole.

Liquid soap - A product that is aimed at cleansing and skin care. Unlike lump solid, liquid is packaged in bottles of different volume and form, from which it is served with a special dispenser. This is the most common type of soap for public places, such as hospitals, shopping centers, toilets in enterprises, in places where a large number of people congregate. Liquid consistency is metered into the hand and avoids the accumulation of bacteria, as happens with a solid lump product. In the composition of liquid soap necessarily contain preservatives, thanks to which there is protection against the proliferation of bacteria.

Like solid, liquid soap make on the basis of surfactants, add antibacterial components, as well as specific fillers - flavors, oils, fragrances.

Nowadays, natural products, in which there are less chemical compounds and more natural additives, are widely used. Therefore, organic liquid soap is becoming increasingly popular - there is no surfactant based on it, after washing off the skin, the skin remains delicate and moisturized, it can be used even for young children. It also has an ecological value - it contains dry herbs, essential oils, vitamins and a small amount of preservatives that do not harm nature.

The easiest and budget option liquid soap - for hands without adding any special components, which relieves the skin from impurities. Such a product is made from the simplest and cheapest raw materials, often adding a large amount of salt to it, which dries the skin. Nowadays, its popularity has sharply decreased, many companies prefer even ordinary toilet liquid soap to be made from gentle components and filled with moisturizing additives.

Used to combat the dirt on the fabric, getting rid of stubborn stains. This is one of the most natural types, it contains up to 75% of fatty acids, which remove the most complex contaminants. The disadvantage of this type - in its consumption, it is better to stock up a large number, adding to the wash at any right time. In contact with it, it is recommended to use gloves, as the composition can dry the skin of hands.

Its price will be higher than for a bottle of ordinary, but it has a softening effect and contains cream, vitamins and essential oils. In addition to high-quality skin cleansing, such soap provides a nourishing effect, saturating the deep layers of the epidermis with moisture. Moisturizing soap does not leave a feeling of tightness and discomfort.

Not only cleans the skin from pollution, but also destroys harmful bacteria with the help of special antiseptic substances in the composition.These are very active ingredients that are not recommended to be used more than twice a day in order to avoid skin dryness.

To protect the face is made special soap with a cosmetic and medicinal effect. These products are suitable for washing, have a composition that is selected specifically to eliminate the problems of a certain skin type. For dry skin - moisturizing, restoring the water balance, for oily skin - with a drying effect, eliminating acne and redness, controlling sebum secretion. For sensitive - with valuable nutritious oils.

Also for special types include intimate hygiene liquid soapwhich is based on detergent components that do not cause allergies and normalize the natural balance of intimate microflora. The composition of such products - soothing emollient oils, antifungal additives, extracts of beneficial herbs, such as chamomile, thyme, thyme.

Manufacturing liquid soap carried out in accordance with GOST 31696-2012 "Cosmetic hygienic washing products". The standard prescribes requirements for appearance, indicators of neutral pH, color, uniformity, ability to form foam.

The most common ingredient based on synthetic Surfactants are sodium laureth sulfate. This element promotes the active formation of foam and has a high cleansing ability. But despite the fact that such agents are quite cheap, the harmful effects of laureth sulfate on the deeper layers of the skin and its allergenic properties make an increasing number of buyers abandon liquid soap based on surface-active substances.

To make natural liquid soap, natural oils (olive or coconut) are saponified with potassium alkali in about the same way as in the manufacture of solid soap. Only valuable natural oils are able to form a foam, so this method can be called relatively expensive.

Organic soap can be found in the assortment of many brands that specialize in natural cosmetics. Such products are mainly without fragrance, based on herbal extracts, with the addition of vitamins, honey, and essential oils. Often in the composition there are bones of almond, apricot, which have the effect of scrubbing, exfoliate dead cells from the surface of the skin and contribute to its renewal.

Taking the olive oil and coconut as a basis, manufacturers add various foaming glucosides, herb extracts and flower extracts.

Enjoys great popularity soap soap basedwhich allows to receive a product without a smell. This soap is hypoallergenic, suitable for adults and children. Berry soap is often made for kids with the addition of strawberries, currants and a care product with chamomile.

To obtain a delicate and soft liquid product, citrus extracts are added to the base - orange, lemon, which moisturize the skin and give the product a bright aroma. Nutritional soap is also obtained by adding saturated macadamia oil. Popular birch and coniferous liquid soap products contain extracts of tree resin.

Depending on the composition, liquid soap can have a caring effect. Antiseptic soap with a disinfecting effect is also suitable for young children, does not cause allergic reactions and irritations.

Cosmetic soap cleans the face, allows you to control the secretion of sebum and get rid of oily shine. For dry skin make nutrients and moisturizers that allow you to maintain the level of moisture when washing.

Composed solid soap there are practically no softening components - sufractants, whereas in the manufacture of liquid they are introduced into the composition. These components contribute to the restoration and renewal of cells.

The main advantage liquid soap - hygienic use and the ability to avoid the transfer of bacteria from person to person. By pressing the dispenser button you can get the required amount of substance and achieve the desired level of foam. A bottle of liquid soap is an indispensable attribute of the toilet room at the place of production and in places of large crowds.

Harm traditional liquid soap on the basis of surfactants is a negative impact on the lipid layer of the skin, which is fraught with dryness and tightness. But this can be avoided if you carefully consider the choice of means and between the product with a high percentage of salts and acids at a low price to buy a more natural product with a neutral pH and natural composition.

The same popularity among the population is enjoyed as traditional. liquid soap with aromatic additives, and organic based on natural ingredients.

One of the popular brands is Palmolivewhich specializes in making bath collections, solid soaps and liquid cleansers. In addition to the usual range, you can also find a moisturizing liquid soap based on olive oil and delicate milk. This product does not dry the skin and leaves a pleasant delicate scent.

Low cost brands also produce quality soap products. "Velvet hands" with a special formula based on glycerin and artemia extract, "Recipes grandmother Agafi" based on soap root and natural herbs, "One hundred beauty recipes" with a line with extracts of berries and honey in the composition, a popular brand "Effect"which produces antibacterial soap, which is popular in medical institutions.

Also inexpensive antibacterial agents include Dettol - a French-made product that is sold complete with a sensory dispenser and destroys E. coli and Staphylococcus aureus among harmful microorganisms. Soap brands such as Absolut and Safeguard also copes with the destruction of harmful microbes and gives a fresh and clean feeling to the skin of the hands. These brands produce products on a natural basis, adding to the blowing components extracts of bergamot, grapefruit, aloe, sandalwood and others.

One of the most effective antibacterial agents can be considered soap "Desisoft", which contains nothing but cleansing components and antimicrobial particles. The company also has antiseptic hand gels, which protect the skin from harmful microorganisms.

Organic soap Sodasan It is in the middle price range, produced in accordance with the needs of each skin type, contains olive oil with various additives - lavender, rose, spiced orange, sandalwood

Swedish company Tork besides certified liquid soap, which passes several safety tests, provides special dispensers, in which soap is refilled using a cartridge in a few minutes. This is a cleansing soap of high quality, which is often ordered in large batches in companies, offices, marketplaces. But in home use, they make life much easier. It is possible to order a large amount in a convenient container and a pair of interchangeable dispensers, providing yourself with a supply of good soap for a long time.

The price primarily depends on the manufacturer - whether it is a domestic brand or a foreign company. Also pricing is affected by composition - if this is normal soap with plenty of salt and chemical fragrances - it will not be too expensive. The cheapest will cost no more than 20 rubles.In the price range of up to 50 rubles you can find an effective antibacterial soap with a gentle composition, for example, "Desisoft", "Effect".

Organic soap It belongs to premium-class products, since the production from natural components is rather expensive compared to production with the addition of artificial flavors and surfactants. The most common brands of natural cosmetic products - Mommy Care, Planeta Organica, Helan, Natura Siberica, Organic Shop and others.

To find the right one liquid product for cleansing, it is necessary to decide which tasks are planned to be solved with the help of it. This may be the need for daily cleansing of hands from impurities, care for problem skin of the face, care for intimate areas, the need for a gentle means for children and other specific requests. For each of them there are their own categories of products, which differ in price and active components in the composition.

The main indicators that are worth paying attention to when choosing a product are:

• Packaging, on which data on the manufacturer, terms of production and storage, composition, method of application are clearly marked.
• Product smell, which should not cause discomfort, have a strong chemical fragrance. Hypoallergenic soap does not contain fragrances and should be almost imperceptible.
• The amount of salt in the composition - the more, the cheaper the composition and the product itself. Salt is a thickener, which allows you to save on moisturizing and cleansing components, diluting the soap with water.
• Colour - usually transparent or creamy with a slight shade, obtained from any additive - citrus extract, herbs, flowers.
• Bottle with a convenient dispenserwhich should be transparent for tracking the flow of funds. The dispenser should be comfortable to press, allowing you to get the required amount of soap without any extra effort.
• Acid-base balance level in acceptable value - no more than 7.

In addition to the nutrients that should be in the composition, there are also a number of harmful additives, noticing that you must refuse to purchase:

• Carcinogenic substances, such as anilic acid.
• Synthetic oils, polluting pores and contributing to the appearance of eels, comedones, rashes, peeling.
• Propylene glycol - unscrupulous manufacturers replace them with glycerin, but it is a strong allergen, it causes skin irritation.
• Toxic Blowing Agents - diethanolamine, triethanolamine
• Toxic Benzyl Benzoate - able to have a destructive effect on the endocrine system.

The method of application is quite simple - squeeze out the necessary amount of money on the arm with the help of a dispenser, for this purpose 1-2 taps are enough. Using a small amount of water, lather up the fingers, wrists, back and inside of the palms, then wash them off.

The usual remedy can be used every day if necessary to get rid of impurities, antibacterial - no more than 1-2 times a day, cosmetic for the face - 2-3 times a week, applying massage movements to the face, avoiding the area around the eyes.

On the packaging, you can sometimes notice information from the manufacturer about the possibility of freezing and thawing. soap without losing its valuable properties. In this way, it is possible to distribute the liquid mass in special molds, place them in the freezer and after some time get fragrant whole pieces.

Make manufacturers rating liquid soap It is rather difficult, since the selection of a cleansing agent is an individual issue that takes into account the specific needs and characteristics of the buyer.

Some believe the best soap - one in which there are no excess impurities, a uniform transparent color and a simple composition. Antibacterial agents respond to such demands, eliminating contamination and defeating harmful microbes.

Many people note the convenience of the vials of such a product - many manufacturers have packages of small volume that can be thrown into a handbag and used in any place where there is no dispenser. It is hygienic and eliminates problems in public places where only solid handwashing is provided.

Special soap problem skin is a great way to minimize the number of black spots, acne, get rid of enlarged pores and oily shine. After this cleansing, you need to apply a nourishing cream and thus provide a complete daily facial. Soap with scrubbing particles sometimes replaces peeling procedure.

Such soap more pleasant and from the aesthetic side - a beautiful bottle looks good on any shelf, while a solid piece eventually loses its shape and collects bacteria, lying in a special container.

Pick a good liquid soap not difficult. It is necessary to give preference to products with an acceptable shelf life and natural composition. It is an indispensable product among cosmetic accessories, which effectively eliminates impurities without the accumulation of germs inside and prepares the skin for cosmetic care and application of nourishing creams.

For details on how to make soap with your own hands, see the video below.