What's so special about castile soap?

Castile soap is unique in that it's both gentle and strong; it's gentle on skin because it's made from saponified oils that have hydrating properties, but it's an equally powerful cleanser that can tackle even the most stubborn grime.
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Why you shouldn't use Castile soap?

Castile soaps is an ideal insecticide for house plants. But using too much or a solution that's too strong can be counterproductive because it will remove the plant's natural protective coating and make it even more susceptible to pests and diseases.
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What are the benefits of using Castile soap?

Benefits of Castile soap.
  • It's multipurpose.
  • It's plant-based and cruelty-free. Unlike animal-derived soaps, the oils in Castile soap come from plants that will naturally regenerate. ...
  • It's biodegradable. ...
  • It's gentle on skin. ...
  • It's customizable. ...
  • It's easy to find.
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What's the difference between Castile soap and regular soap?

Castile soap is just like regular soap, except a whole lot more eco friendly. Instead of being made from lard, tallow, or other animal fats, it is made from vegetable oils - traditionally, olive oil, and is considered a vegan soap.
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Is Castile soap better than other soaps?

Most soaps are nothing more than strong drying agents, but castile soap actually cleanses and protects thanks to oleuropein - a compound with potent antibacterial effects. Safe for sensitive skin. Since castile soap is made from safe, simple plant oils, it is considered safe for even the most sensitive skin types.
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What kind of soap do the Amish use?

Amish Soap is made with as much turn of the century wooden equipment as possible. It is natural soap made with palm oil, palm kernel oil, coconut oil, vegetable based, tallow, water, natural glycerin, corn starch, and natural wildflower scent and a special lotion added to soften dry skin.
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Is pure-Castile soap good for VAG?

But if you must, use a mild, fragrance-free/unscented cleanser. Soap can be too drying, but some people do OK with liquid castile soap or glycerin soap.
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Can I use castile soap on my face?

Castile soap is mild enough to use on your face and strong enough to potentially prevent acne and kill harmful bacteria. Rub a few drops of soap onto your face and rinse as usual.
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Is castile soap true soap?

Whereas a castile soap is made from plant based fats and oils, other natural soaps are made from animal fats like lard or tallow. If a liquid soap isn't made with either plant or animal based fats, they're not soaps at all, they're detergents.
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Can I wash my hair with castile soap?

Many people have turned to castile soap as a replacement to chemical filled shampoos. Castile soap is strong enough to cleanse the scalp of excess sebum and product build up, but gentle enough to not leave our hair stripped and dry, thus castile soap is a great alternative to commercial shampoo.
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Why is castile soap so drying?

Castile Bar Soap

Palm oil contains stearic acid, which some people find to be less drying than the lauric acid found in coconut oils. Also, the addition of sodium chloride (aka “table salt”) further hardens the bar and matches the natural salinity of our skin. Read more in my post, Liquid vs. Bar.
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Is castile soap harsh on skin?

Castile soap is unique in that it's both gentle and strong; it's gentle on skin because it's made from saponified oils that have hydrating properties, but it's an equally powerful cleanser that can tackle even the most stubborn grime.
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Does castile soap clear skin?

Cleansing with Dr.

Bronner's Pure-Castile Soap works very well, whether you have acne-prone skin or not. However, certain qualities make it an especially effective cleanser for acne-prone skin.
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Will Dr Bronner's soap make you fail a drug test?

In two, semi-related stories, researchers have found that certain baby soaps produce false positive drug tests, and Dr. Bronner's CEO has been arrested for protesting US regulations on industrial hemp. Surprisingly, many common commercial brands of baby soaps are causing children to have false positive tests for THC.
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Why did my castile soap turn white?

Castile Liquid Soap, Liquid Sunshine and other castile related products such as our foamers and spray cleaners will turn white after being cold or frozen. This is completely normal. All of our organic liquid soap products will return to their normal clear amber color as they warm back to room temperatures.
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Why is my castile soap cloudy?

Temperature is usually a factor too. Straight castile will turn cloudy when cold and opaque when frozen. Warming returns it to normal but some soap molecules can drop out and fall to the bottom creating a shake first situation. Diluted castile is even more fragile to temperature changes.
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What is comparable to castile soap?

Alternatives
  • Coconut soap: This is very similar to castile soap but with a base of coconut oil.
  • Goat's milk soap: This is made from a base of goat's milk.
  • Marseille soap: This is a mixture of oil, sea salt, and ash.
  • Aleppo soap: This contains a combination of olive oil and laurel oil.
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Does castile soap smell good?

Not only does Castile Soap do a good job of cleaning, it smells terrific and you can have peace of mind knowing that the smell is from natural essential oils, not synthetic fragrances.
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Why is Dr Bronner soap good?

Dr. Bronner's soaps are 100% true pure-castile soaps. The high-foaming lather comes from their high coconut oil content, which creates a more luxurious and richer lather than any detergent could ever produce.
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Can I use Dr Bronner's on my private parts?

Verdict: Dr. Bronner's soaps are gentle on the genitalia, but it's a good idea to test a little out before you scrub your most sensitive bits with it.
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Will castile soap clog pores?

Lastly, Castile soap benefits your pores because it's non-comedogenic. Yes, many Castile oils are made using saponified coconut oil, but the key word here is “saponified.” This term means that this ingredient is no longer an oil at all.
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Is castile soap pH balanced?

Castile soap registers a whopping 8.9 on the pH scale.
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Which soap is best for private parts?

“I encourage my patients to use unscented soap like Dove bar soap, and to use the least amount of soap possible,” she says. It's fragrance-free.
...
Langdon recommends other fragrance-free, gentle soaps, too:
  • Eucerin.
  • Aveeno. Fragrance-Free Bar Soap.
  • Basis. Sensitive Skin Bar.
  • Dial. Basics.
  • Neutrogena. Liquid Cleanser.
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Does castile soap expire?

Because Castille soap doesn't contain any chemicals or artificial additives, it typically has a shelf life from six months to one year. But you can make your soap last for two years or more if you take good care of it.
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What soaps are good for down there?

  • Basis Sensitive Skin Bar. $8 AT WALMART. ...
  • Vanicream Cleansing Bar. Vanicream. ...
  • Eucerin Ultra Sensitive Dry Skin Soothing Care. Eucerin. ...
  • Dove Sensitive Skin Beauty Bar. Amazon. ...
  • Love Wellness Mini Do It All Wipes. ...
  • Cetaphil Gentle Cleansing Bar. ...
  • Aveeno Gentle Moisturizing Bar Cleanser. ...
  • Soapless Lipid-Free Cleanser.
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