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Bar soaps have been around since the days of Cleopatra, and they continue to be a popular choice for cleansing. Today bar soaps come in various scents, colors, and ingredients that may include natural oils such as argan oil and jojoba oil for moisturization. For exfoliation bar cleansers may incorporate sea salt, ground oatmeal, or even peppermint leaves.

How Is Traditional Soap Made?

Commercial bar cleansers are usually made in large factories that use chemical processes and ingredients to create bar soap. These “traditional” bar soaps often contain synthetic detergents, other harsh chemicals, and fragrances or dyes that may irritate sensitive skin.

The popularity of handmade soap bars has grown in recent years as people have become more aware of the harmful chemicals in mass-produced soaps and have been looking for organic alternatives.

People are looking for ways to live more naturally, they want to know where their products come from, and they appreciate the handmade nature of artisanal soaps.