Arsai Cedarwood Pure Olive Oil Bar Soap

Made freshly in Lebanon, our handmade Almond & Coconut Soap is cold pressed with the finest home grown olives. It deeply cleanses and purifies the skin, leaving it feeling refreshed, cleansed and moisturised.

It is made from the following ingredients: olive oil, coconut oil, castor oil, lye, distilled water, natural fragrance, mica based earth pigments.

Olive Oil is used in all our soaps as the main base and is harvested from our family-owned olive groves which date back between 1000 - 6000 years old and are adjacent to the Mediterranean Sea. The bar is 4oz roughly 110 grams.

Cedarwood has a warm, rich, and grounding scent. It’s woody and earthy, with subtle hints of balsamic sweetness and smokiness. The aroma is often described as dry and resinous, evoking a sense of being in a peaceful forest surrounded by tall, ancient trees. There’s a slight sharpness to the fragrance, but it’s balanced by a smooth, almost leathery depth. Some people might also detect a faint, clean camphor-like quality that adds to its refreshing, calming effect. 

Why Cedarwood? - Cedarwood is commonly used aromatherapy known for its soothing properties, often promoting relaxation and mental clarity. Cedarwood essential oil offers several benefits for the skin, including its potential to help with acne, oily skin, and inflammation. It possesses anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antibacterial properties that can soothe irritated skin and potentially reduce the appearance of blemishes. Additionally, cedarwood oil can act as an astringent, helping to balance sebum production and potentially minimising the appearance of pores. 

Why cold pressed? - Well, Cold processed soap is known for its mild and gentle cleansing properties, making it ideal for sensitive and dry skin. Unlike commercial soaps that often contain harsh detergents, cold process soap does not strip away the skin's natural oils.

Why Olive Oil? - MOISTURISING - Olive oil offers several benefits for the skin, including deep hydration, antioxidant protection, and anti-inflammatory properties It can help moisturise dry skin, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, and protect against sun damage. Olive oil also has antibacterial properties, which may help with wound healing and potentially reduce acne.

Why Coconut Oil? - CLEANSING - Coconut oil offers several potential benefits for the skin due to its moisturising, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. It can help hydrate dry skin, reduce inflammation, and potentially aid in wound healing. It can be used as a gentle and effective makeup remover, breaking down even waterproof makeup.

Why Castor Oil? - LATHERING - Castor oil offers several potential benefits for the skin, including moisturising, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, which can help with dry skin, acne, and wound healing. It's rich in ricinoleic acid, a fatty acid that can improve skin barrier function and potentially reduce the appearance of wrinkles and scars. 

Why Lye? - CONVERSION OF OILS TO SOAP - Specifically sodium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide, is a crucial ingredient in soap making because it facilitates the chemical reaction called saponification, which transforms oils and fats into soap.

Why Mica based Earth Pigments? - Mica-based earth pigments are natural mineral powder, derived from the mica mineral, that are ground into a fine powder. They are used to create shimmering or iridescent effects in various applications like cosmetics, paints, and soaps. Mica is a naturally occurring mineral that can be mined or created in a lab.