This beautiful Wild Gorse soap has been slow-infused in olive oil for at least one month, made with skin-soothing coconut milk and nourishing Scottish blossom honey. Scented with vanilla & sandalwood pure essential oils. Dried gorse and poppy seeds decorate the top! This soap's amazing skin benefits!: Our recipe's foundation: - Olive oil can have many benefits for your skin, including: Moisturising: Olive oil can help your skin retain water and stay hydrated, making it look and feel supple. Antioxidant protection: Olive oil contains vitamin E, polyphenols, and phytosterols, which can help protect your skin from oxidative stress and premature aging. Reduces inflammation: Olive oil can soothe and calm irritated skin, and help reduce redness. Heals wounds: A few drops of extra virgin olive oil can help wounds heal quickly. - Coconut oil has many potential benefits for the skin, including: Moisturising: Coconut oil is highly moisturizing and can help retain moisture in dry skin. Anti-inflammatory: Coconut oil can reduce inflammation. Antibacterial: Coconut oil has antibacterial properties that can help remove harmful bacteria. Antiviral: Coconut oil may have antiviral properties. Collagen production: Coconut oil can boost collagen production, which can help firm skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Wound healing: Coconut oil can promote wound healing. Stimulates collagen: Squalene in olive oil can help stimulate healthy collagen connectivity, which can support skin elasticity and delay wrinkles. - Rice bran oil has many benefits for the skin, including: Hydration: Rice bran oil's natural lipids and vitamins B and E help moisturise the skin and prevent dryness. Anti-aging: Rice bran oil's antioxidants and anti-aging properties help protect skin from environmental damage and the harmful effects of free radicals. Skin tone: Rice bran oil's gamma-oryzanol helps promote circulation and even out skin tone. It can also help reduce the appearance of dark spots and pigmentation. Calming: Rice bran oil is suitable for sensitive or red skin, and can help soothe irritation. Blemishes: Rice bran oil can help tackle blemishes. Non-greasy: Rice bran oil's lightweight texture and non-greasy feel make it suitable for all skin types, including oily or acne-prone skin. Skin health: Rice bran oil's natural emollient properties help maintain the skin's natural moisture barrier. - Shea butter can have many benefits for your skin, including: Moisturising: Shea butter can help soothe dry skin and keep it supple. Anti-inflammatory: Shea butter can help relieve inflammation and calm skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea. Sun protection: Shea butter can offer some protection against UV rays, but it shouldn't replace sunscreen. Stretch marks: Shea butter can help reduce the appearance of stretch marks, scarring, and cellulite. Collagen production: Shea butter contains triterpenes, which can help prevent collagen fiber destruction and promote healthy collagen production. Acne: Shea butter can help soothe and moisturise acne. Antioxidant: Shea butter can help combat oxidative stress, which can reduce signs of aging like wrinkles and fine lines. Skin repair: Shea butter can help speed up the healing process and prevent clogged pores. - Avocado oil has many benefits for the skin, including: Moisturising: Avocados contain natural oils that can deeply moisturize and nourish dry skin. Avocado oil penetrates the skin's moisture barrier more effectively than other plant oils. Anti-aging: Avocados contain vitamins E and C, which can help brighten and restore the skin. They also contain antioxidants and essential fatty acids that can help promote collagen production and ease inflammation. Reduces blemishes and scars: Avocados contain vitamin E and omega-3 fatty acids that can help repair damage from acne, eczema, pimples, or scrapes. Helps with psoriasis and eczema. Avocado oil can help with the uncomfortable symptoms of these skin conditions, such as dryness, redness, itching, and cracked skin. Treats sunburn: Avocados contain antioxidants that can help ease inflammation from sunburns. Extra lovely ingredient add-ons: - Coconut milk can offer several benefits for the skin, including moisturising, soothing irritated skin, and promoting a healthy complexion. It's rich in vitamins and fatty acids that can help hydrate and nourish the skin, making it a good choice for dry or sensitive skin. Here's a more detailed look at the benefits: Moisturising and Hydrating: Coconut milk is an excellent moisturiser, helping to hydrate and soften the skin, especially beneficial for dry or eczema-prone skin. Its high-fat content acts as a sealant, locking in moisture and preventing it from escaping. Soothing Irritated Skin: Coconut milk has anti-inflammatory properties that can soothe redness and irritation, making it a good choice for sensitive or acne-prone skin. It can also help to reduce the appearance of redness and swelling. Promoting a Healthy Complexion: Coconut milk contains antioxidants that can help protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals, contributing to a brighter and more youthful appearance. Its vitamins and minerals can also nourish the skin from the inside out, promoting a healthy glow. - Blossom honey offers several skin benefits, including acting as a natural moisturiser, antibacterial agent, and antioxidant, promoting skin cell regeneration and potentially reducing acne and scars. Its humectant properties draw moisture into the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft. Additionally, honey can help exfoliate dead skin cells, leading to a brighter and smoother complexion. Here's a more detailed look at the benefits: Moisturising: Honey's humectant nature attracts and holds moisture, keeping skin hydrated and preventing dryness. Antibacterial: Honey's natural antibacterial properties can help combat acne and breakouts by reducing bacteria and inflammation. Antioxidant: Honey contains antioxidants that protect the skin from free radical damage, which can help reduce signs of aging. Exfoliation: Honey's enzymes can help exfoliate dead skin cells, leading to a smoother and brighter complexion. Skin Cell Regeneration: Honey can promote skin cell regeneration and healing, potentially reducing scars and hyperpigmentation. Sunburn Relief: Honey can soothe and cool sunburned skin due to its moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties. Aromatherapy essential oils with skin benefits!: - Vanilla essential oil offers several benefits for the skin, including hydration, soothing irritation, and protecting against environmental damage. Its antioxidant properties help reduce signs of aging by neutralising free radicals, and it can promote a soft and smooth skin texture. Additionally, vanilla oil may support skin healing and reduce the appearance of scars or dark spots. Here's a more detailed look at the benefits: Anti-aging: Vanilla essential oil's antioxidants help combat free radicals, which are linked to skin damage and aging. It can help reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and age spots. Studies suggest it may promote collagen production, leading to firmer, more youthful skin. Skin health: Vanilla contains vitamin B6 and other natural compounds that help nourish the skin. It can help with blemishes and may support skin healing processes, particularly in repairing a compromised skin barrier. Regular use of vanilla-infused products can promote smoother, more even-toned skin. Soothing and calming: Vanilla's warm scent is known for its relaxing and mood-enhancing effects, which can also help soothe irritated skin. It may help reduce feelings of anxiety and claustrophobia. - Sandalwood essential oil offers several benefits for the skin, including balancing skin oil production, moisturising, and promoting a healthy, radiant complexion. It can also help soothe inflammation and reduce the appearance of scars and blemishes. Key Benefits of Sandalwood Essential Oil for Skin: Balancing and Moisturising: Sandalwood oil is considered balancing for the skin's oil production (sebum) and can be used to moisturise and soothe all skin types. Anti-inflammatory: It can help reduce inflammation and redness associated with conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and acne. Antioxidant Protection: Sandalwood is rich in antioxidants that can help protect against free radical damage and the signs of aging. Scar Reduction: It can help fade scars, acne scars, and dark marks. Astringent Properties: Sandalwood can help tighten and tone the skin, making it useful for facial toners and aftershaves. Soothing and Calming: It can help soothe irritated skin and reduce itching, making it beneficial for conditions like eczema and dermatitis. Improved Skin Texture: Sandalwood can help improve skin texture, reduce the appearance of enlarged pores, and create a smoother, more youthful complexion. Made with 94% certified organic ingredients. Ingredients: *Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, *Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Ulex Europaeus (Gorse) Leaf/Root/Stem Extract, Aqua (Water), Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Milk, Sodium Hydroxide (Lye), Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil, *Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, *Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Fruit Oil, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Oil, Mel (Honey) *Certified organic Allergen warning: May contain nuts. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. Disclaimer: Medical conditions:- If you have any health concerns, allergies, or existing medical conditions, you should consult a medical professional before using a new skincare product. Testing:- Before using a new skincare product, you should test it on a small area of skin to check for allergic reactions or sensitivity. You can apply a small amount to the inside of your wrist and observe for up to 9 hours. If you experience irritation, stop using the product and seek medical advice if necessary. Individual results:- Results may vary depending on your skin type, age, sensitivity, skincare history, and how you apply/use the product. Natural ingredients:- Even products with natural or organic ingredients can cause skin reactions in some people, especially if they contain essential oils. Please find our list of allergens associated with each soap's essential oils in the listing section under "allergen warning." Patch tests:- Some products, even soaps, recommend performing a patch test before using them all over your body. Liability:- The Dark Island Soap Co. LTD may not be responsible for any adverse consequences that result from using our products. Net weight (approx) 140g UK Cosmetic Product Code: UKCP-10168234 Batch number provided on labelling. No palm oil, SLS, animal fats, fragrance oils, or synthetic mica powders are used in our products, and our ingredients are at least 90% certified organic.
